Registration fee: $35/member, $50/non-member.* Trip difficulty: Moderate, 2-3 miles on uneven, unpaved terrain, little to no elevation gain, bathrooms and water available. BANWR offers a wide range of habitats to...
Come along for a morning walk around scenic Palm Lake in the brisk morning air. We’ll watch for wildlife, take in the morning sights, chilly air, and early sun as...
Registration fee: $35/member, $50/non-member* Trip difficulty: Moderate. Starting from the parking area on Gen’l Hitchcock Hwy at the entrance to the camping area, our trip will be four miles round-trip...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy-to-moderate terrain hike to learn about desert plants, shrubs and legume trees including bursage, palo verde and creosote. The route uses Verde, Chuparosa and North...
ODYSEA AQUARIUM IS THE PLACE TO VISIT FOR FESTIVE FUN ALL MONTH LONG! Voyager Transforms into a Festive Holiday “Ride-Thru” Experience Festive lighting, music, and décor change with each rotation...
Registration for this trip is free. Register here beginning on Nov 11, 7 AM. Bird beautiful Oracle State Park, situated at 4500 ft. elevation which means cooler temperatures and the...
Stop by one of our many Discovery Stations, and participate in hands-on activities with volunteers to learn about the animals and plants of the Sonoran Desert. Free with Admission
Cactus Clubhouse is a fun and immersive nature play space for kids 12 and younger. Kids can engage in activities that spark independent play and encourage growth and exploration. Join...
November 24 - January 7 This holiday season, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with...
Winter is coming and the temperatures have already been dropping. How do desert plants deal with all the different weather they see? Ranger Shaun is here to answer some questions...
For those who can’t get enough of our African penguins, we invite you to join us for an exclusive up close and personal Penguin Encounter. Go behind the scenes with...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...
Learn how to successfully utilize grow bags to grow potatoes! In this hands-on class you will get a chance to fill and plant your own grow bags to take home....
Come join Ranger Kevin as we hike less than a mile on the Waterfall trail to Petroglyph Plaza, the site of an amazing collection of indigenous rock art, much of...
10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Explore the Garden with a docent and learn how plants have adapted to the desert environment. See the Garden’s living collection with plants...
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals,...
Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team an OdySea Aquarium Team Member to learn specifics about sloth behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we...
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology...
Yes, tomatoes do grow here in the desert. With the right techniques, you can grow many wonderful varieties. Learn the tricks of the trade from Master Gardeners so that you, too, can...
Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort...
Mark your calendars! As part of the City of Mesa celebration "Merry Main Street," we will be open from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and have free admission for those...
An illuminated desert wonderland! Holiday Nights is a timeless tradition, for children, students, couples, whole families, and everyone in between! Overflowing with holiday cheer are the wonders that await you at...
The Riparian Preserve comes alive with a holiday glow during Gilbert's annual Riparian After Dark event, presented by the partnership of Sundt and PCL Construction. Stroll around the 1.5 miles of trails and walkways that weave through...
There’s ‘snow place like Reid Park Zoo for the holidays! December 2– 23, Encore Nights: December 26 – 30 and January 2 – 7 Ready, Set, Glow! ZooLights: Holiday Magic,...