The SPRNCA provides habitat for over 100 species of breeding birds. The San Pedro River is also a critical migration corridor that provides water, food, and shelter for another 250 migratory and wintering birds. Novice and experienced bird watchers attend our bird walks to view the diverse avian community of the area. We usually observe...
Stop by all month long at the Downtown Branch and test your detective skills with our scavenger hunt for a chance to earn a prize! This month's Earth Day theme runs through April 30th. Explore every nook of your library to complete the hunt, and along the way, discover something new your library has to offer! The hidden...
Ranger Nikki will present slides of common birds seen at Usery and some of their nest structures. We will be indoors for approximately 30 minutes and then head outdoors for an easy walk on the trails near the Nature Center to look for birds and the homes they have constructed in cacti, trees and other...
Join us for a tour of a hidden gem in Mesa, The Rose Garden, at the Mesa Community College. Volunteers will meet you at the front of the garden to give you a tour as well as tips on how to grow these beauties in your back yard. Location: Pioneer Park 1833 W Southern Ave,...
Where Learning Gets Wild! You can explore the animal world at the Zoo with your “little critter” through activities based on Arizona’s Early Learning Standards to develop motor, social, and cognitive skills. Each program includes animal ambassador encounters, crafts, and more! Advance registration is required. This Month’s Topic: A, B, C in the Zoo Anteater, Bear,...
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
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 us at Arabian Library to discuss tips and tricks on how to properly water your garden. We'll also touch on plant selection, harvesting techniques, and proper sun exposure for your garden.
Just in time for adoption season, learn how to adopt a tortoise from the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Registration not required. There will be snakes!
Did you know that bats migrate? Starting in the spring, they make their return to Arizona. Come and learn about these amazing creatures and their benefits to our environment, while also putting together and decorating a bat box to take welcome them home! Registration is required and begins April1.
Join the Bat Conservation International's Kathy Gerst for her presentation "The Southwest Bat Hub: Collaborative monitoring and conservation in Arizona and New Mexico." Seminars typically meet 3-4pm on Wednesdays at ENR2 S210 and on Zoom (https://arizona.zoom.us/j/84293337510). This is subject to change. Please email Ruth ([email protected](link sends e-mail)) if you would like to be added to our listserv...
Kids ages 3-6 with an adult will learn about STEM concepts by reading a book and then doing a science experiment following the Scientific Method. This month we will celebrate...
Learn about adaptations that help wild animals survive and how people can be inspired by nature’s survival tips. Presented by Reid Park Zoological Society
Let's brighten up Scottsdale by making wildflower seed bombs! This can be scaffolded so youth of any age can create their very own seed bomb to plant in their backyard, or anywhere in their community to attract very helpful pollinators. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the...
Ages 12 and up welcome, no registration required. Help us fill our seed packets for the seed library, hear from Master Gardeners, ask questions about your home garden, & learn...
Go with the flow and travel into one of nature's most epic displays of power - a volcano. Mini geologists will erupt with excitement as they build their own blast-worthy volcano. This explosive class teaches students the vast types of volcanoes and earth sciences through art, games, and hands-on experiments. Age at least 7 yrs...
Join us for a 20 minute presentation on agriculture crops grown in Yuma County, food safety practices during crop harvesting and health benefits from consuming local produce. Space is limited. Acompáñenos en una presentación de 20 minutos sobre los cultivos agrícolas del condado de Yuma, las prácticas de seguridad alimentaria durante la cosecha y los beneficios para la salud del consumo...