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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: San Tan – Invasive Species Removal

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

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 characteristics, and how to effectively remove these invasive plants. The initiative is to remove invasive plants as a proactive step toward ecological restoration and to...

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Saguaro Saunter

Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek

Join Ranger Jacque for a guided hike to learn about the ecology of the Sonoran Desert, and of course, about the saguaros! You may have seen saguaros before, but have you ever marveled at the mighty Michelin Man, or cast any thought to the Three Amigos? These extraordinary saguaros are unusual and awesome, and we...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

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

National Park Service: Ranger Patio Talk

Coronado National Memorial 4101 W Montezuma Canyon Rd, Hereford

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 Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Join Ranger Nikki on a hike to look for early signs of spring plants sprouting.   Take a hike with Ranger Nikki to look for pops of greenery along the trail,...

Free with Park Fee

Chandler Public Library: STEAM Jr. – H2 Whoa!

Chandler Public Library - Downtown Campus 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler

Splish, splash, and explore the wonders of water! In this hands-on STEAM program, we'll investigate water in its different forms through fun activities like sensory play, simple experiments, and creative...

Free

Desert Botanical Garden: Sustainable Desert Landscapes

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Thursdays l Jan. 9 - March 13, 2025 l 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Members: $240 l General public: $300 Effective management of desert landscapes requires an understanding of sustainable maintenance...

$300.00

City of Chandler: Birding Beginner [#2NC205]

Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler

Discover and explore the spectacular world of birding. Learn about field guides, field trips, bird identification, birding optics, birding organizations, and bird apps. Connect with other individuals and help grow the birding community. Jan 9, 2025 - Jan 23, 2025 Thu 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Exception date(s): 23 Jan 2025

$14 – $19

Phoenix Zoo: ZooLights

Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

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

Mesa Public Library: Spring Gardening in Arizona

Mesa Public Library - Main Branch 64 E. First St., Mesa

The spring gardening season is short, but spring is the best time to grow many of our favorite crops.  Learn more about what to plant and how to take advantage of this beautiful gardening season in Arizona. Don't miss this opportunity to meet presenter, Angela Judd, the author of "How to Grow Your Own Food."...

Free

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Lights Up! A Festival of Illumination

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

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...