Tohono Chul: Nature Journaling
Join the Southern Arizona Nature Journal Club to learn about Nature Journaling, an observational activity that immerses you in our natural world. This casual meet-up is perfect for those who...
Free with Admission
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Field Sciences
Events for February 20, 2025
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: Guided Bird Walk
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify...
Free with Park Fee
Tohono Chul: Birds of Tohono Chul
It’s time to get your birding on! On this tour, you’ll learn how to identify resident birds and those just passing through. You’ll also learn where they like to hang out and what their habits are, so you can be ready to spot them in their natural habitat. View the Tohono Chul bird guide here....
Free with Admission
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...
Free with Admission
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Biodiversity in the Sonoran Desert – Educational Walk
Welcome! Join us for a guided adventure in the beautiful McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We have something for everyone. The Conservancy relies on the generosity of donors to support our conservation efforts in the Preserve. Your contributions help us mitigate invasive species, restore burned areas, and monitor wildlife to identify current and future threats. To participate, we...
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Lifecycle of the Saguaro – Educational Hike
Welcome! Join us for a guided adventure in the beautiful McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We have something for everyone. The Conservancy relies on the generosity of donors to support our conservation efforts in the Preserve. Your contributions help us mitigate invasive species, restore burned areas, and monitor wildlife to identify current and future threats. To participate in...
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: “Nibble, Bite, Chomp-Animal Teeth Puppets”
Review different types of animal teeth and create your own animal puppet in the Art Studio!
Free with Admission
Tohono Chul: TMA Art Talk – A Perfect Red: Its Fascinating History of Desire and Discovery
Throughout history, people have sought to create a bright, beautiful red to wear on themselves, see on their walls and everything in between. This is the story of how one insect changed the way the entire world was able to produce the most perfect red. This talk will be given by TMA Docent, Diane Foray....
Free – $10
Highlands Center for Natural History: Family Forest Play
Bring your littles to The Highlands Center for some family fun in the forest. We will meet in Forest Play every Thursday morning to read stories, play games, make crafts,...
Free
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...
Free with Admission
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Palms
Have you ever wondered about the Preserve's historic stand of palm trees? Then join Ranger Eric to learn about them out in the palm grove! Join Ranger Eric to learn about the Preserve’s historic stand of California fan palms, how these tropical trees are able to grow in the desert Southwest, and their importance to...
Free with Park Fee
Tohono Chul: Eco Station – Desert Chow
Follow the predator/prey trail and explore a tangled food web 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, and supplemented with an amazing array of feathers, bones,...
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
Mesa Public Library: Xeriscaping in Arizona
Join the City of Mesa's Enivronmental Management and Sustainability on Xeriscaping with plants that are found in Arizona. Location: Monterey Park 7045 E. Monterey Avenue Mesa, AZ 85209
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Community Seed Swap
Get inspired and ready for the upcoming gardening season! Join us for a green-thumb gathering at our Community Seed Swap! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this event is perfect for trading seeds, sharing gardening tips, and learning tricks to jump-start your garden.
Free
Maricopa County Library District: El Mirage Garden Club
Join the El Mirage Garden Club for our sixth meeting of the season! Today we'll be discussing the different types of Arizona Cacti and how to best take care of...
Free
Yavapai County Free Library District: Gardening Talks – Hügelkultur
“Hügelkultur” (pronounced hyoo-gul-kulture) is a German word that means mound culture or hill culture. In this month's Gardening Talk, learn more about what hügelkultur is, the benefits of using this gardening technique, along with how and where to build these mounds. You'll further explore different hügelkultur techniques and learn the do's and don'ts of this...
Free
Tucson Audubon Society: It’s All In the Family – Sparrow ID Workshop
Registration fee: $125/member, $175/non-member Sparrow Identification Workshop Often skulky and elusive, these “little brown jobs” are often overlooked in the field. As part of this workshop, you will learn how to find and observe sparrows in their preferred habitat. Useful foraging behaviors and flight characteristics are presented by general and vocalizations for breeding species are...
$125 – $175