Pima County Parks and Recreation: Desert Ecology Hike
Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the natural history of Mckenzie Ranch Trails Park. Hike among Saguaros to get a closer look at the interesting...
$5
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Field Sciences
Events for September 6, 2024
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Felted Geodes
Did you know that there are two types of geodes? Volcanic geodes are formed through volcanic activity and sedimentary geodes are formed through sedimentation. We’ll dig into all these details as you learn the craft of wool felting in creating your own colorful geode. Make plans to join us on September 1-15, 2024 during regular...
Free with Park Fee
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch. Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters.
$5
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask A Ranger
Got a burning question about the Sonoran Desert? Looking for your next trail recommendation? Want to know more about our amazing park system? Ask Ranger Kevin! Come meet Ranger Kevin from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. Bring your burning desert questions! Try to stump the Ranger! Impress your friends and enemies alike with your new-found knowledge! We’ll...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – San Tan Critters
Stop by the Nature Center to learn about San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Nikki during this drop-in session. Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, chuckwallas, tortoises, and a Gila monster. Learn about their life cycles, adaptations and what you should do if you encounter their relatives on the...
Free with Park Fee
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Dynamic Earth
The award-winning Dynamic Earth explores the inner workings of Earth’s climate system. Audiences will ride along on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of a monster hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and gigantic whales, and fly into roiling volcanoes. Narrated by Liam Neeson. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome Film followed by...
Free – $14
Highlands Center for Natural History: Gardening with Native Plants
You can transform your garden into a haven for birds, bees, and butterflies, while conserving water, ending dependence on fertilizers, and reducing your gardening workload. There are hundreds of gorgeous native plants that also provide food, nesting material, and shelter for many species of wildlife. Students will assess and map their garden space, learn the...
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at Casa de San Pedro B&B
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...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Nikki on an evening stroll to search for scorpions and other nocturnal critters. Ranger Nikki will lead you on a walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Catalina Nights
Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts. Please bring a flashlight and a jacket. Caution:...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Clay Mine Hike and Tour
Join Ranger Kevin for a hike and mine tour which features a fascinating glimpse into Arizona’s past. Join Ranger Kevin for a roughly 1.8-mile round-trip evening hike to the Clay Mine, site of a fortune made not of gold, but of snake oil. Program features a tour of the mine itself. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night hike
Come with Ranger Shaun and explore the desert in the dark! We’ll be walking the moderate rated, approximately 1-mile Black Rock Loop. As the sun sets and the temperature begins to fall, we’ll talk about various desert plants and animals as and if we encounter them. The dark brings out some of the deserts more...
Free with Park Fee