Explore the paved and natural surface, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible trails of Feliz Paseos Park on the eastern edge of the Tucson Mountains. This casual nature walk for...
Maricopa County Parks will host seven Seed Deployment Events in Oct-November. Join us for one of our Seed Deployment Events; there are seven events for you to join. It is...
Join us at the Birding Trail kiosk (next to campsite #12 in Patagonia Lake State Park) for a ranger led hike to learn about the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake and Sonoita Creek. The park is designated as an Important Bird Area by the Audubon Society. If you are a bird watcher you may hit...
Fridays, November 8, 15, 22 (Series), 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Discover the art of watercolor painting amidst the serene mesquites, saguaros and endless blue skies of the Garden. Learn how to create beautiful landscapes and desert-inspired still-life compositions. We will paint plein air landscapes on the Garden’s shaded patios and trails. Plan to wear comfortable clothing,...
Join us all November for dinosaur fun in the youth room! We will have dinosaur crafts, toys, programs and activities. Our Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt is held November 9th-23rd for youth,...
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...
Discover the beauty of Patagonia Lake on a pontoon boat tour. The park volunteers and staff will share about the local habitat, wildlife, and history of the lake. Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 Available on Fridays at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. through March 23,...
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...
Interested in learning about honey bees? Meet Connie Moore, Master Beekeeper with Honey Hive Farms. She will share her knowledge of the different types of honey bees within a colony and their various roles, why they are important to our world, and how we can help them. She will also have live honey bees in an...
In our region, we are fortunate to have so much sun and scenery, and so many interesting plants. But water is precious and expensive. How can you have an attractive landscape, and, at the same time, keep the water bill under control? Let us show you how to use the principles of Xeriscaping to build...
Stop by the Nature Center to learn about the annual hiking, running, biking and horseback riding challenge presented by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. Do you have what it takes to do 100 miles in 100 days? Accept the Maricopa County Parks challenge. Whether you walk or ride, spending time in nature is good...
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...
Desert Dark: A series of Arizona true crime programs. Scottsdale Done Program, presented by Scottsdale Police Department Park Ranger Unit. The Scottsdale Police Park Ranger unit will be in attendance to show off their drones and tell stories about how they are used in the field to save lives and solve crimes. Scottsdale Public Library...
Need a break from the world? Connecting with nature can be a great form of therapy for overstressed and anxious minds. If you’d like to learn how you can connect better with nature, this is for you! Join Ranger Kevin as we learn how to make - or strengthen - our connection with nature through...
Join Ranger Kevin for a hike and mine tour which features a fascinating glimpse into Arizona’s past. We’ll be hiking roughly 1.8-mile round trip to the Clay Mine, site of a fortune made not of gold, but of snake oil. Program features a tour of the mine itself. If you’ve never been to the mine at...
Join Ranger Olivia on a sunset hike to look for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures that call the Lake home. This family-friendly hike will be about an easy 2-mile out...
Join Ranger Derik on a journey through the park in the dark and hunt for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures. The hike will cover 2 miles in total along the waterfall trail and is rated as easy. The hike winds its way through a valley full of ancient rock art and up to a seasonal...