Experienced bird guides Mike and Lieve lead this bird walk. They will help participants spot and identify various birds that live in and visit the park. Novices, seasoned birders, and every experience level of birder can enjoy this event. Please bring binoculars and a bird guide (guide not mandatory). This walk lasts several hours. Meeting Location: Trailhead Free...
Join us for a guided hike every Sunday morning! We will meet at the first lagoon parking lot at (unless otherwise noted at the entrance station). Hikes will vary each week to explore the different areas of the park. Hikes will be easy to moderate and last approximately an hour- two hours long. Please bring...
This program gives students the opportunity to learn about our native species in the safety and comfort of their own classroom! In this demonstration, students will learn what to do if they ever see or hear a rattlesnake in the wild, why Gila monsters are such amazing animals, why desert tortoises are protected animals, and...
When the University of Arizona was established, Dr. James Toumey, a botanist for the Agricultural Experiment Station, started a cactus display garden that, eventually became what we now know as...
Did you know that Oracle State Park was once covered by warm, shallow seas? Are you familiar with the numerous faults that uncovered rocks once buried more than 5 miles...
Walk among the dinosaurs in our Arizona deserts! Millions of years ago, this land belonged to the giants. And the environment was different from the desert you see around you today. These giants have long since left this world but, through the magic of science, you are able to see these ancient creatures today! With a...
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...
Nature lovers, rejoice! Families and nature lovers are encouraged to enjoy the great outdoors at a new and exciting location- Estrella Mountain Regional Park managed by Maricopa County Parks & Recreation. This festival showcases the plants, animals, sustainability, and ecological relationships of our local nature area. Between guided bird tours, beautiful eco-crafts, and endless discoveries to be made about Southwest wildlife, there...
This program gives students the opportunity to learn about our native species in the safety and comfort of their own classroom! In this demonstration, students will learn what to do if they ever see or hear a rattlesnake in the wild, why Gila monsters are such amazing animals, why desert tortoises are protected animals, and...
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Free with Park Fee
Join ASU professor Steve Semken and learn about the geology of the Superstition Mountains. Steve teaches ASU courses in regional geology and sustainability of the Southwest, in field geology, in Earth history, and in science education. Free with Park Fee
earning more about the native plants and trees here in the Sedona area is a great way to enhance any hike. Our volunteer guides explain how plant life is interconnected with indigenous cultures, pioneer settlers, people in our contemporary times and wildlife. This interpretive experience is for both the beginner and experienced hiker, lasting between 1½-2...
Flora in the Preserve Educational Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours The Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the plant life that thrives in this area. Note:...
Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours The Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas...
Learn to see birds in a new way! In this class, we’ll learn basic bird anatomy to help us draw some of southeast Arizona’s most iconic birds. A series of fun drawing exercises will guide participants through various drawing skills, including how to capture motion and a likeness. Art materials provided by TBG.
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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...