Pima County Parks and Recreation: Birding
Visit Agua Caliente Park, a birding hotspot in Pima County. Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life.
$5
26 events found.
Field Sciences
Events for October 2, 2024
Tucson Audubon Society: Christopher Columbus Park Field Trip
rip difficulty: Easy. Walking Distance: 1.5 miles loop. Trip Duration: 2.5 hours. Ground Condition: Paved and dirt pathway with some areas of uneven footing and loose gravel. Ample parking, restroom facilities and benches available at periodic intervals throughout the park. When you combine two lakes, native flora, and large trees you are in for a...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
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...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike
Join Ranger Derik on a morning hike through the park and learn about the plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home. The hike will cover sections of the Slate, Quartz, and Go John trails for a total of 3.5 miles. The hike is rated as moderate and will consist of rocky sandy and...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge
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...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Lab
Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: The GIANT Cactus (East District)
Saguaro National Park is famous for its gigantic saguaros. Still, you have to know where to look to find a real giant among giants. Join a ranger for a walk along a tree-lined desert wash, and view an awesome example of the Giant Cactus. Hike will be 3/4 mile round trip walk along a flat, sandy...
Free with Park Fee
Tucson Botanical Gardens: Garden Story Time
Join us Wednesday mornings at 10am for pre-school story hour. One of our volunteers will be reading a different nature-themed story every week, geared towards ages 5 and under. Children of all ages welcome! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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
Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours
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...
Free – $10
Liberty Wildlife: GUIDED TOUR of Liberty Wildlife
Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/education/private-tour/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card
$15
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
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...
Free – $25
Yuma County Library District: Fingerprinting 101
Teens ages 13-17, run your own fingerprints like a forensics expert! First come first serve, as seating is limited.
Free
Cave Creek Museum: Opening Day!
Join Cave Creek Museum for our first day of the 2024-2025 Season! Enjoy new and refreshed exhibits—we’ve been working hard all summer to bring to our community and visitors displays that will continue to share the history of Cave Creek, Carefree and the Desert Foothills area.
National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert . From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
Phoenix Public Library: Budget Bites – Nutritious Cooking for Young Adults
Calling all teens, college kids, and young adults! Join us for a live food demo and discussion on how to make nutritious food on a budget and/or with limited kitchen access. What food can you maximize for nutritious eating in a dorm? How do you make canned food into delicious and nutritious budget meals? Get...
Free
The University of Arizona: Opportunities for Research, Instruction, and Outreach at Santa Rita Experimental Range
Speaker Mitch McClaran and Brett Blum, Directors, Santa Rita Experimental Range When 3 to 4 p.m., Oct. 2, 2024 Where ENR2 S107 Mitchel McClaran is Professor of Range Management with a focus on rangeland ecology and policy. Since 2020 he serves as the Director of the Arizona Experiment Station, in the Division of Agriculture, Life,...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Expedition Reef
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...
Free – $14
The University of Arizona: Tumamoc Talks – Agrivoltaics
When 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., Oct. 2, 2024 Tumamoc Talks bring together University of Arizona research to the greater Tucson community. Agrivoltaics is a novel way of linking the societal needs of food and energy in a way that benefits both - all while reducing dependence on irrigation. Through this agrivoltaics approach, the understory gets...
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: New Moon Hike
Ranger Jacque leads the way on this night hike, sure to please the senses as you take in the shadowy cover of darkness, mysterious sounds, and creatures of the night. Discover the mystery and intrigue of the desert as darkness envelops us on this new moon hike, following the famous Arizona sunset draping over the...
Free with Park Fee
Desert Botanical Garden: Garden Essential – Mid-Century Modern & Contemporary Landscape Design
Learn how to add a mid-century modern or contemporary flare to your home's landscape with desert and desert-adapted plantings, geometric hardscape elements and unique lighting ideas to bring a modern vibe to your outdoor spaces. We'll also look at some examples from a local neighborhood of Haver homes and local case studies. Bring a photo...
$34.95
The Urban Farm: Leveling UP your Fruit Tree Care
We have been teaching how to care for trees for many years and with the extreme weather lately we’ve personally had to level up our care to adapt. Through years of research and experience, and the help of our trusted fruit tree experts and mentors, we learned what is working for fruit trees in our...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: From Plant to Plate with the Master Gardeners of Yavapai County!
New to gardening? Struggling with your existing garden? The Master Gardeners of Yavapai County Cooperative Extension have it ALL covered! In this six-part series they will cover all the basics from soil health, composting, crop rotation, weeding, dealing with pests – before you know it, you’ll be eating the fruits of your labor! Week by...
Free
City of Peoria: PET CPR, AED and First Aid [#96101]
Learn how to save your furry friend's life with our PET CPR, AED and First Aid training program! Endorsed by the ASPCA, you'll gain valuable skills and certification. Plus, take home materials included! Don't wait until it's too late – sign up now and be prepared for any emergency. 🐾🚑 Ages 14+
$40 – $49
National Park Service: Explore the Night (East District)
Take a stroll in the twilight as night-prowling creatures emerge to enjoy the cooler hours after dark. Bats expected! Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center entrance. Bring water, flashlight and a light jacket. 1mi-1.5mi, 2 hour hike. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee