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Arizona State Parks and Trails: Desert Birding at Lost Dutchman

Lost Dutchman State Park 6109 N. Apache Trail, Apache Junction

Meet in the Palo Verde Day Use area and learn how to distinguish between birds and seek out our avian friends from hawks to hummingbirds throughout the trail! Be prepared...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert Edible Plant Hike

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg

Join Ranger Derik for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike 2.4 miles roundtrip on easy to moderate grade, with mostly flat group except for a rocky 100ft incline on the Lykes Lookout portion of the hike. Please dress in layers, wear protective clothing...

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 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

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Ranger Led Hike

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

Join Ranger Shaun to explore the desert and pick up some miles for your 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge!   Pick up 4.6 moderate-difficult miles along beautiful sections of the Moonlight, San Tan, and Hedgehog trails on this mid-sized desert loop. We’ll chat about plants and animals we see along the way as well as...

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

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station Aquatic Life of the Hassayampa River

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg

Learn all about the aquatic species that live in the Riparian Habitat found at Hassayampa river Preserve in the nature center with Ranger Derik.   Stop by the Visitor Center and get a chance to look at water samples collected from local riparian habitat and the aquatic critters in them. You will be able to identify a variety...

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,...

Free – $25

Mesa Public Library: Roses 101

Monterey Park 7045 E. Monterey Ave., Mesa

Join the East Valley Rose Society on how to grow roses in Arizona.  

Free

Yuma County Library District: Propagation Appreciation

Yuma County Library District - Main Library 2951 S. 21st Dr., Yuma

Celebrate National Houseplant Appreciation Day with us! During this program we will learn some key tips for growing new plants from the leaves or clippings of existing plants – otherwise known as propagation. We will discuss methods for successful propagation, how to recycle household items and food scraps into home gardening materials, and share tips...

Free

Phoenix Public Library: Reptile Rehab with The Phoenix Herpetological Society

MCLDAZ - Georgia T. Lord Library 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear

How do you care for rescued reptiles with medical needs? A tailless alligator? A three-legged lizard? Learn how Phoenix Herp provides special care for these animals and how these medical needs can be helped and prevented in the future. This program is for Teens 12-18 only, registration is required.

Free

Pinal County Library District: Nature Art

Pinal County Library District - Apache Junction Public Library 1177 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction

Use natural items to create artwork personal to you. Represent your family, pets, memories, or anything else you want to create! We will explore outside around the library as well...

Free

City of Chandler: Natural History’s Greatest Hoaxes [#2NC614]

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

Fake sea-monsters, plaster-made giants, and Bigfoot- oh my! Learn about some of natural history's greatest "inventors" of unbelievable monsters, beasts, and which hoaxes ended up being real! You'll have the opportunity to create your own mythical creature. Age at least 13 yrs but less than 17 yrs

$7 – $10