City of Mesa: Trees Are Cool Presents – Get Answers, Get Planting
The City of Mesa will host tree workshops across Mesa on the first Friday of the month. Join us to learn where to find trees for your home, chat with...
Free
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Field Sciences
Events for January 3, 2025
Tucson Audubon Society: Fort Lowell Park Field Trip
Trip difficulty: Easy. 1-1.5 mile loop on mostly level ground, paved & grassy surfaces with uneven areas. Restroom facilities & water available. Fort Lowell Park, an urban park located in central Tucson, draws a wide variety of bird species with its habitat mix of open fields, desert scrub, and trees. We’ll look for wintering ducks...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Estrella – Invasive Species Removal
Meet at the park’s Nature Center. Join us in removing invasive species and reducing wildfire risk in our parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and...
Tucson Audubon Society: Sabino Canyon Field Trip
Trip Rating: Easy. Walking Distance: 3 miles. Elevation Gain: 25 feet. Ground Conditions: Rocky trails and some asphalt road. We’ll bird Sabino Canyon Recreation Area walking a loop that includes both Sonoran desert upland and Sabino Creek riparian areas. Meet at the ramada by the Visitor’s Center at 5700 N Sabino Canyon Road. Parking fee or pass required....
Free with Park Fee
The Arizona Native Plant Society: Tonto Basin Chapter Field Trip
Boyce Thompson Arboretum Field Trip Carpooling will be arranged from Tonto Basin. Please RSVP so we can secure a group rate and/or library passes
Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens
This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an amazing...
Free with Admission
Tucson Audubon Society: Oracle State Park Field Trip
Bird beautiful Oracle State Park, situated at 4500 ft. elevation which means cooler temperatures and the chance to see some higher elevation species like Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay, Crissal Thrasher, and...
Free with Park Fee
Phoenix Herpetelogical Sanctuary: Little Keepers Half Day Camp
Ages 6 - 7 The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS. Each day is three hours long and does have a specific outline of activities & expectations. After check-in, the keepers & their counselor will gather together, review the rules...
$50.00
Phoenix Herpetelogical Sanctuary: Junior Habitats Day Camp
Reptiles can be found all over the world (except for very cold regions)! This day camp will take a look at tortoises, turtles, snakes, and lizards from different biomes and...
$75.00
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...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Discover the Lake Boat Tour
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...
$5 – $7
Phoenix Public Library: Wooly Wonders of Ireland
Gather the whole family for a fun-filled adventure into the world of Irish sheep! Join us as we explore Irish Sheep. This charming activity celebrates Ireland's beloved woolly friends, who...
Free
National Park Service: Ranger Patio Talk
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Talks will take place on the patio in front of the...
Free with Park Fee
Phoenix Public Library: Ask a Master Gardener
Have a question about local gardening, local insects, and local plants? Come ask a master gardener your questions the first Friday of each month from 12-2 and learn about all these at more! Registration not required.
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Connecting with Nature Class
Did you make it your New Year’s Resolution to spend more time in nature? Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to the skills needed to enhance your connection with the natural world. Make it your goal this year to get connected with nature! Join Ranger Kevin as we learn how to make - or strengthen...
Free with Park Fee
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
Phoenix Public Library: Wooly Wonders of Ireland
Gather the whole family for a fun-filled adventure into the world of Irish sheep! Join us as we explore Irish Sheep. This charming activity celebrates Ireland's beloved woolly friends, who not only fill its meadows but also play an essential role in the nation's history and culture. Don’t miss this engaging family activity, a perfect...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Fitness Hike – 100 Miles in 100 Days
Join Ranger Kevin in the fresh air and sunshine for a late afternoon fitness hike surrounded by the spectacular scenery of San Tan Mountain Park. Whether your New Year’s resolution...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Yavapai Point at Sunset
Join Ranger Olivia in starting off the New Year with a beautiful hike up to Yavapai Point lookout to see the sunset. Looking to start off the new year right with a good workout and a beautiful view? Look no further! This trail will start mostly flat but will continue to gain elevation along with...
Free with Park Fee
Phoenix Zoo: ZooLights
Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at The Valley’s favorite holiday tradition, ZooLights! Get in the holiday spirit as millions of twinkling lights transform the Zoo into a dazzling spectacle, guiding you through the illuminated pathways alongside animal habitats and Zoo trails. Don’t miss our brand-new light show, featuring vibrant visuals and mesmerizing music that...
$25 – $35
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: The...
Free with Park Fee
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: Wildlights and Animal Sights
Join us this holiday season for our annual “Wildlights and Animal Sights” event here at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary! The holiday light display will be open to the public every Friday & Saturday evening from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, beginning on November 29th and 30th and running through January 3rd & 4th, 2025. The park will...
$12.00
Tucson Botanical Gardens: Lights Up! A Festival of Illumination
Thousands of LED lights illuminate the trees and custom-built, oversized structures delight the senses. The light tunnel, dancing cypress trees, traditional punched-tin trees, a brand-new crescent moon, and a dazzling display of luminarias will wow you! Experience a holiday light show unlike any other in southern Arizona! Designed by nationally known public garden landscape architect Tres...