Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around the Wetlands. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created...
Enjoy an early morning walk to watch for birds, lizards, snakes, and more with Ranger Jacque. Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can spot. Birds should be active at this time and there’s not a bad chance for lizards and small animals too. If you have them, bring binoculars or magnifying glasses for the...
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for. Meets between the Waterfall...
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...
Using nature as a source of inspiration, hone your powers of observation and reflection and record your findings in words and pictures. Nature journaling is a great way to slow down and tune in to the world around you and a rewarding practice for any experience level. All materials provided; no artistic experience needed.
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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...
Create your own mosaic garden or landscape scene with Mosaic Artist David Jarvinen. Using porcelain tiles we will work to identify the vegetation in the foreground and then switch to glass tile for the background. In between foreground and background is where all the magic happens–just like in the garden landscape! Design in an 8x10...
From Earthly wonders to the farthest reaches of space, Flandrau's exhibits reveal the marvels of the universe. Visit the deepest seas, explore the rainforests, even go back in time! Experience immersive displays and hands-on educational activities! Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs
Snakes are on the move again. Come talk with Ranger Shaun to find out why, and how to safely see one, or avoid it! We’re closing out Summer, even if...
The 45 min walking tours are based on local Flagstaff author, Marie Jackson's "Stone Landmarks" book. An exclusive and unique opportunity for the community to explore downtown like never before. The tour will cover ancient history of stones used to build downtown's iconic buildings, including Moenkopi Sandstone, Pumiceous Dacite, Kaibab Limestone, and Malapais Basalt. LOCATION...
Speaker David Goodrich, Research Lead, USDA-ARS-SWRC When 3 to 4 p.m., Sept. 25, 2024 Where ENR2 S107 David Goodrich is a research hydrologist with the Southwest Watershed Research Center USDA-Agricultural Research Service. His areas of research have been directed to scaling issues in watershed rainfall–runoff response, identification of dominant hydrologic processes over a range...
To celebrate Coconino Center for the Arts current exhibition ("Cumulus: The Art of Meteorology") with kids, we will be hosting a fun cloud related craft and discussion. We will discover the different types of cloud formations and we will make a cloud "rain" using crayons, cotton balls, and heat! For materials we will use: white...
Discover the art of tagging monarchs during their fall migration with the Southwest Monarch Study! Nets and tags are provided for this educational experience. Adults and youth are welcome, though children must be accompanied by a parent. Registration is limited, so secure your spot by contacting [email protected] for more details. Join us in contributing to...
The Expedition Reef show reveals, in exquisite detail, the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs around the world—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea.” Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...
Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public is invited to get a close-up look at these tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure,...
September is Parks for Pollinators month and we are celebrating at the Riparian Preserve! This Pollinator Gardens 101 class will teach you all the basics to start the pollinator garden of your dreams. You will learn about the importance of pollinator habitat, plant and site selection, and more. You will even get to take home...
Growing a successful spring flower garden in the low desert begins in the fall months, and it is possible to create this floral wonderland from only seeds. Learn which special flowers—including those native to the Sonoran Desert—germinate and grow slowly during the cooler months and then put on a colorful show in spring. Instructed by...
We strive to be very clear in our classes that you will spend as much on your planting supplies and supplements as you do on the tree and have very specific guidelines for fruit tree success in extreme climates. In this class we cover all the supplies you need to ensure your fruit tree investment pays off,...
Arizona is home to four different species of wildcats including the third largest felid in the world. Wildcats of all species are capable of taking prey much larger than themselves...
Join Ranger Nikki on an evening stroll to search for a variety of nocturnal critters. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an evening walk to seek out scorpions, bats, owls, tarantulas and other nocturnal critters. The route follows NoSo and a portion of Amigos Wash Trails to make a 2-mile trek. The terrain varies from...
Dr. Brian Klimowski will provide lively discussion, analyses, and a dive into the science behind the art we call meteorology. Using specific pieces from the "Cumulus" exhibition at the Coconino Center for the Arts as examples, Brian will bring alive the science behind the art we see! LOCATION Coconino Center for the Arts EVENT TYPE...
Over the past couple years we've seen all types of weather, clouds, comets, aurora, and other unusual celestial events that have captivated those with the time to 'look up'. The...