July 23rd, Tuesday 5:30 AM Monsoon Sparrows at Las Cienegas NCA with Tim Helentjaris While many birds are going quiet this time of year, with the start of the monsoon, sparrows and other species are just getting started. We’ll focus on finding/detection, identifying, and studying several sparrows partial to these grassland habitats, including Botteri’s, Cassin’s,...
Ages 55+ Jul 23, 2024 Tue 8:45 AM - 2:00 PM Meet at bus in Tumbleweed Multipurpose Field Parking Lot Take an oceanic adventure. The largest aquarium in the southwest, the Odysea aquarium is home to more than 30,000 animals and sea life. Dive into special exhibits, underwater talks and wet and wild demonstrations. Explorers...
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 the City of Phoenix Water Conservation Office to learn how reptiles and amphibians (together: herptiles) adapt to their desert environment, and how we can too! This presentation covers Sonoran Desert basics, the Desert Mindset, water resources and conservation, and an intro to ecology. Join in a game to determine which reptile or amphibian will...
Relatively small in size but rich in diversity; this desert we call home. More than 500 vertebrate animals and 2000 plant species can be found here, from the lowland scrub to the high mountain peaks. Discover what makes this place a desert and learn about some of the flora and fauna that call it home...
Join us and learn to make Origami animals! We will be making cool elephants, penguins, and foxes. First come first serve, while supplies last.
Hummingbird banding sessions at Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast are open to members of SABO and guests of the B&B at no charge, though donations are appreciated. Only two (2) parking spaces are available for visitors who are not guests of Casa de San Pedro B&B, and registration is required. Casa de San...
Age at least 8 yrs but less than 13 yrs Jul 23, 2024 Tue 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Sink your teeth into science as you learn about all-things shark. This jaw-some class explores shark anatomy, food webs, and what makes them predators of the ocean. You'll even create shark-themed arts and crafts, like shark...
Are you interested in learning about native birds of prey, reptiles, and other wonderful wildlife and their habitats? The Highlands Center and the Heritage Park Zoological Society are partnering to offer a Wildlife Study Series this summer! You will have the opportunity to learn from local experts and meet a Gila Monster from the Heritage...
This program is for adults. The outdoors are calling! You’ve been wanting to try camping, but you’re not sure where to start. Join former National Park Service Ranger John as he discusses the basics of spending the night in nature. Learn where to go, what to bring, how to set up camp and stay safe,...