Learn about the abundance of food that grows on trees throughout the desert. Learn about the bean trees that can be harvested like mesquite, ironwood, palo verde and carob. Enjoy...
Learn about reptiles and amphibians on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric to go herping (looking for reptiles and amphibians) at this desert oasis! We will discuss identification and behavior of Sonoran Desert and riparian herpetofauna as we go on this easy stroll. Please wear sturdy footwear and sun protection, carry ample...
Stop by the Nature Center to learn about and meet San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Nikki during this drop-in session. Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, tortoises, a chuckwalla and a Gila monster. Learn about their life cycles, adaptations and what you should do if you encounter their...
Take a sketchbook out onto the Garden trails (weather permitting) to do some deep observation, learning to look at nature in a new way and ask questions about the world around us. This will be a mix of nature sketching, personal journaling, and scientific observations as used by field biologists (no science backgrounds required–just a...
Join us for a guided hike every Sunday morning! We will meet at the first lagoon parking lot at (unless otherwise noted at the entrance station). Hikes will vary each week to explore the different areas of the park. Hikes will be easy to moderate and last approximately an hour- two hours long. Please bring...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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...
Introducing Junior Individualized Flight Training (J-IFT) Summer Program - Our newly designed former Expo Flight camp.The J-IFT Summer Program is a hands-on, personalized, and individually focused 5-day immersion to aviation for students ages 14-18. Created to match the collegiate flight training environment - dedicated personalized instructor assigned to no more than 2 students - it...
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...
Explore science through this lecture series covering a wide range of topics from local experts in their field. The Cactus Conservation Crisis: How Cutting-Edge Science Helps Our Prickly Friends This month, learn from speakers from the Desert Botanical Garden studying cacti conservation! Cacti are beloved across the globe for their amazing variety of shapes, sizes,...
Hey, hey Cadettes! Are you ready for an epic summer adventure? Camp Maripai is the perfect place to dive into the outdoors with horseback riding, nature hikes, and outdoor cooking. Unleash your inner archer, become a slingshot master, or a hatchet throwing extraordinaire. Make new friends, sing songs and enjoy a s’more (or two). We...
Grab your flashlight and join us for a week of fun! Take a horseback ride, dig in the Maripai garden and go on an adventure to find where Chepi lives. Build your own flower crown before having a dance party under the stars. Location: Camp Maripai Dates: 6/8/2025 2:00 PM - 6/13/2025 2:00 PM Ages: Grades 2nd -...
Hey, hey Seniors and Ambassadors! Are you ready for an epic summer adventure? Camp Maripai is the perfect place to dive into the outdoors with horseback riding, nature hikes, and outdoor cooking. Unleash your inner archer, become a slingshot master, or a hatchet throwing extraordinaire. Enjoy the perfect summer exploring camp while making friends, singing...
This program will have you splishing and splashing all week long! Canoe on the Pake (too big to be a pond, too small to be a lake), walk through the...