Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike
Learn all about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem during this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a 5.5-mile hike of the southern part of the San Tan Trail...
Free with Park Fee
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Field Sciences
Events for February 23, 2025
Tucson Audubon Society: Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve Field Trip
Trip difficulty: Moderate. 2-2.5 miles over mostly level, but occasionally uneven, terrain. Chance of moist, muddy brief portions near wetland areas. A portion of the trail is a former railroad...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Nature Walk
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate walk to explore riparian and desert trails at the preserve. Learn about the plants and animals of the preserve’s riparian and desert areas on a 3-mile guided walk with Ranger Nikki. The route follows the easy terrain of Palm Loop, Mesquite Meander, Lion’s and River Ramble Trails...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Discovery/Bird Watching Boat Tours at Patagonia
$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour Saturdays and Sundays through March 23, 2025
$5 – $7
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Sunday Geology Walk at Catalina
How were the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains formed? What are the rocks we see all over the park? Join experienced geologist Karen to learn about the fascinating geologic history of the Catalinas. This program lasts around 3-4 hours, begins with a geology presentation, and includes a guided walk. Meet at the Picnic Area Ramada. Free...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Advanced Fitness Hike
Want to get some dust on your boots and take on a challenging day hike? The join Ranger Derik on a fitness hike through the rolling hills and washes of...
Free with Park Fee
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
The University of Arizona: Sonoran Native Plants
The University of Arizona Arboretum is home to some of the finest specimens of Sonoran native plants and trees anywhere. Join us as we tour the Joseph Wood Krutch Garden...
Free
OdySea Aquarium: Penguin Encounter
For those who can’t get enough of our African penguins, we invite you to join us for an exclusive up close and personal Penguin Encounter. Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team to learn specifics about penguin behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to...
$106.90 – $116.90
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
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 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
Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
Free – $10
City of Avondale: Tres Rios Nature Festival
Nature lovers, rejoice! This festival showcases the plants, animals, sustainability, and ecological relationships of our local nature area. Between guided bird tours, beautiful eco-crafts, and endless discoveries to be made about Southwest wildlife, there is something for everyone to enjoy in Arizona's beautiful spring season. DATE: FEBRUARY 22 - 23, 2025 TIME: 10 AM - 3 PM (Both Days) LOCATION: ESTRELLA...
OdySea Aquarium: SeaTREK Helmet Diving
Put on your swimsuit, OdySea Aquarium wetsuit and SeaTREK helmet and get ready to dive in! Our certified guides will take you deep into one of our largest underwater environments in this truly immersive experience where you’ll be surrounded by thousands of colorful and curious marine life from the Indo-Pacific region of the world. WHAT YOU...
$106.90 – $116.90
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
Tohono Chul: Butterflies and their Plants
Explore the seasonal world of butterflies and discover the plants favored by caterpillars and adults! This tour through the gardens provides a unique opportunity to observe these colorful creatures up close and personal in a natural environment—that is, if you know which plants caterpillars prefer and what flowers adult butterflies love! View the Butterfly ID...
Free with Admission
Butterfly Wonderland: Bug Club for Kids
Join the fun at Bug Club, where curiosity comes alive! Bug Club is perfect for little explorers, offering an up-close introduction to fascinating insects with their animal curators. Meet LIVE creatures like walking sticks, beetles, giant African millipedes, and more while learning about their incredible worlds. FREE with admission!
Free with Admission
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Invasive Species (Bad Plants in Good Places)
To commemorate National Invasive Species Awareness Week, drop by to talk with Ranger Nikki about local and regional efforts to manage the spread of non-native invader plants as a proactive...
Fre
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
OdySea Aquarium: Sloth Encounter
Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team an OdySea Aquarium Team Member to learn specifics about sloth behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to help this incredible species and our rainforests. Tour Fee: $69.95 | General Admission Is Required. | Minimum Age 8 Two...
$106.90 – $116.90
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Mysteries of the Unseen World
This planetarium show takes you on an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too...
Free – $14
Tempe Public Library: Sunday Funday – Rally with the Rangers!
Join the Tempe Park Rangers for a demonstration and discussion.
Free
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Sonoran Sundays – Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and Landslides? Oh My!
One of the geologists who was instrumental in the discovery of the Marcus Landslide in the McDowell Mountains, Brian Gootee will be sharing information on the unique rock forms and geology of the region. Brian’s fun educational presentation will offer interesting insights on the geological history and evolution of the McDowell Mountains.