Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Edible Desert Plant Hike
Join Ranger Derik on a hike through the Sonoran Desert as you learn about the native foods that can be foraged in the park, as well as the native peoples...
Free with Park Fee
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Field Sciences
Events for February 11, 2025
City of Chandler: Meet-Up Hike – 50s+ [#2NC620]
Looking to meet new people, explore Arizona's trails, and learn about the incredible biodiversity around us? Join a Meet-Up Hike! It's simple- sign up, pay the park entrance fee (if applicable) upon arrival, and a naturalist will lead you on a leisurely-paced hike, sharing some information about the great outdoors and giving you plenty of...
$12 – $17
Northern Arizona University: “TIMBER! Northern Arizona’s Logging Legacy” Exhibit
Northern Arizona is home to the world’s largest continuous stand of ponderosa pine forest, and the import and impact of its valuable timber is deeply woven into the region’s history....
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird Meet-Up
Join Park volunteers Jim and Judy Taylor this morning to learn about birds! Join us to start on the back patio of the nature center and observe and identity the...
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
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...
Free with Park Fee
Tohono Chul: Walk in the Gardens
Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Join us for a Walk in the Gardens and get an intimate look at the plants and animals that call Tohono Chul home. During this guided tour, you’ll hear about desert wildlife and learn how to identify some of...
Free with Admission
Tucson Audubon Society: Green Valley Recreation Event – “Hawks and Falcons: Daytime Masters of the Arizona Sky”
Green Valley Recreation Event – “Hawks and Falcons: Daytime Masters of the Arizona Sky” with Steve Vaughan Join acclaimed photographer Steve Vaughan on a breathtaking exploration of southern Arizona’s diurnal raptors. From the soaring Red-tailed Hawk to the agile Cooper’s Hawk, this program showcases the region’s daytime hunters. Through stunning visuals and expert storytelling, discover...
Tohono Chul: Eco Station – Ocean to Desert
Explore the tide zones of the Gulf of California and witness how the desert changes as you travel inland Eco-Stations at the Overlook These touch carts, staffed by Docents, feature hands-on Sonoran Desert learning opportunities for visitors of all ages. Stocked with everything from binoculars and hand lenses to mounted specimens and scientific models,...
Free with Admission
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,...
Free – $25
Pima County Public Library: Catalina Garden Club
Adults who want to know more about gardening and strategies in a desert, who want to share their knowledge born of success or failure, are welcome to join. Meetings are relaxed conversations with sometimes guest speakers. Topics change faster than the seasons!
Free
Scottsdale Public Library: Full STEAM Ahead – Flowing Flowers
For budding biochemists and anyone who likes crafting. Explore capillary action and create beautiful paper flowers to take home. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration. Ages 6 - 11
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Extreme Weather
Weather has always been one of the most dynamic and complex forces shaping our planet, but now it’s intensifying in varied and complex ways. Extreme Weather takes us to the frontlines where few have gone. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film about natural disasters Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...
Free – $14
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Full Moon Hike
Ranger Jacque leads the way on this program, sure to please the senses as you embark on a nighttime hike with the majestic moon, mysterious sounds, and creatures of the night. Discover the magic and majesty of the full moon rising over the desert landscape, following the famous Arizona sunset draping over the mountains. This...
Free with Park Fee