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...
Trip Difficulty: Moderate but some walking and hiking uphill on pavement and uneven terrain, maybe 400’ elevation gain and 3 to 4 miles total in course of trip depending on areas covered, bathrooms should be available in Summerhaven. Details of route will be available week of trip, plan on starting in Summerhaven, birding Turkey Run...
Get the morning started off right with a walk though cacti and along the lake guided by a Ranger. Ranger Derik will lead this hike along the Wild burro trail...
Meet at the park’s Nature Center. It is time to harvest seeds! Join us for a celebration of native seeds!! As we strive to improve native biodiversity within the parks. Registering is required via sign-up.com. Events start at 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Participants will learn to identify native plants in their seed stage, and...
The coolest place in Midtown just got cooler! On Fridays through September 26, admission to the Gardens is just $5 (free to Members, as always). Enjoy a summer stroll under the canopy of 100-year-old shade trees, the lush green tones of over 20 specialty garden spaces, and a delicious $5 Friday Root Beer Float at...
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...
COME PLAY IN THE DIRT! ZooLittles is an exciting and dynamic program designed for pre-schoolers (ages 3 - 5) to help develop young children's’ physical, emotional, and intellectual growth through exciting hands-on experiences. This includes working in the zoo’s organic garden to understand soil, plant, and insect relationships. Children participate in worm composting & understanding its...
Explore the magical world of gardening with your children! This week, we'll be planting different kinds of melons! Ages 0-5.
Why are plants and animals different colors? Join environmental educators from Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources to explore colors in our natural world through stories and hands-on activities. Create your own project from natural materials to take home. This program is for kids ages 0-8 years old.
Stop by the Discovery Center and learn about the many animals that call the lake home. 2 tables will be set up in the middle of the nature center and you will have the opportunity to hold skulls, pelts and other natural artifacts from around the Sonoran Desert. Feel free to ask the ranger about...
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 small or simply invisible. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...
Come learn about science in this special presentation by the Children's Museum of Tucson! You'll review the water cycle and its functions and have the opportunity to create your own environment.
Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Friday and Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature keeper chats, animal encounters, artifact stations, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games. Face painting and...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy, family-friendly stroll to search for scorpions and other nocturnal critters. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an easy walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions. We will also be on the lookout for other nocturnal critters such as bats, owls, tarantulas, kangaroo rats, stink bugs and...
As temperatures soar, nocturnal birds take flight during the cool evening hours to hunt under the cover of darkness. Join birding guides to spot the owls and nighthawks that prowl the night skies on this unique nighttime adventure! Please bring a flashlight and consider downloading the free "Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab" app to...
Look for scorpions and nocturnal animals during this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided night hike this Friday the 13th to look for nocturnal creepy crawlies including scorpions! Our likelihood of seeing scorpions depends on the how cold it is, but we still have a chance at seeing them,...