Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around the Wetlands. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created...
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Temperatures go up fast around here. Come take a toasty morning hike with Ranger Shaun before it gets unbearable. Come along with Ranger Shaun for a taste of Arizona Summer Daylight hiking and why we don’t do it often. We’re 5 days officially into Summer and temps are already going through the roof by daybreak....
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is offering this unique opportunity to view one of Arizona’s most iconic arid land animals, the desert bighorn sheep, on a 3 hour morning boat tour on Canyon Lake. Department biologists will share and interpret bighorn behavior and biology and discuss wildlife and conservation topics during the trip. Mating...
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,...
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...
GIS technology is changing the way we explore and interact with our world. There is hardly a business that has not been impacted by our ability to build, share and engage with digital maps. Students who understand GIS are setting themselves up for a strong professional foundation. It is imperative that students are taught these...
Ideal for all ages! Learn about adaptations that help wild animals survive and how people can be inspired by nature’s survival tips. Presented by Reid Park Zoo
Join Ranger Olivia to learn about the beautiful saguaro blooms that are happening right now all around us! Have you ever wondered about our state flower: the saguaro blossom? This is a casual drop-in program, will have information and live displays of saguaro blossoms, fruit, and seeds. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center No registration required, drop...
Animals can be dangerous, no doubt. But does the rattlesnake have a bad attitude or just a bad agent? Are Gila monsters really scary, and if they are what does that actually mean? Ranger Shaun's here to talk about it! Rattlesnakes. Gila Monsters. Scorpions. Our desert is full of iconic critters with bad reputations all...
Ideal for all ages! Learn about adaptations that help wild animals survive and how people can be inspired by nature’s survival tips. Presented by Reid Park Zoo
With this indoor program, youngsters can learn how to enjoy the outdoors safely and responsibly with Ranger Nikki during a larger Water Day event provided by the White Tank Library. Stop by an information table hosted by Ranger Nikki to receive a Jr. Ranger workbook and start your journey to becoming a protector of our...
Curious about cacti? Come to Ranger Jacque's table with your questions; find answers, displays, and visual identification tips. Cactus are curious plants, known for their dangerous defenses and iconic stature in the Sonoran Desert. Yet they are more than survivors of intense heat and drought, providing real estate to desert dwellers, boasting inherent medicinal value,...
Join Bookmans this summer for our FREE Summer Kids Events hosted by your favorite community partners and friends! Every Wednesday starting at 1pm and lasting about an hour, these events are sure to be engaging, educational and of course FUN! June 25: Around the World with Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary
Join Ranger Kevin for a close-up look at some very small aquatic critters. Did you know that very small - often microscopic - aquatic animals can tell us a whole lot about the quality of the water in places like rivers, streams, lakes and ponds? Drop in on this Discovery Station to find out more,...
Learn why our desert is so diverse and why diversity is good for us, then meet a few of the animals that live in our biodiverse region! Experts from the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum will speak about the unique desert that surrounds us, accompanied by some animal friends. Ask most people to describe a “desert” and you’ll...
Let's build and create with LEGOs! Join us as we use problem solving and engineering skills to build with LEGO pieces. This month, we will create colorful creatures of the sea!...
Develop water harvesting skills with this free virtual class from Watershed Management Group. Our instructors will teach you about passive rainwater harvesting, active rainwater harvesting, and how to qualify and apply for Tucson Water's Rainwater Harvesting Incentives Rebate Program. Learn how to save municipal water while supporting a productive oasis or even to drink rainwater. The course...
Discover Downtown Geology with Willow Bend! Join Willow Bend for a guided Downtown Geology Tour—a 45-minute to 1-hour walking exploration inspired by local Flagstaff author Marie Jackson’s Stone Landmarks book. This exclusive experience offers a fresh perspective on downtown Flagstaff, blending natural history, architecture, and local heritage. Learn about the ancient stones used to build...
Hummingbirds are inspiring in their variety and color. We will take a deeper look at these beautiful birds and learn techniques for drawing and painting them. Instructed by Devon Meyer. Garden admission included.
Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of adventure as we set off in search of scorpions. This is an approximately 2-mile, family-friendly hike along a variety of trails within the Preserve. We’ll be looking for the three main types of scorpions native to our region. At the same time, we’ll keep our eyes open for other desert...
Join Ranger Jacque on this guided nighttie adventure to search for scorpions along the trail using black lights and learn about their unique adaptations. Discover the hidden world of scorpions on this Scorpion Safari! The adventure begins at the trailhead staging area, where restrooms and water fountains are available. The program starts with a 15-minute...
Explore the nocturnal world of bats, beginning with an introduction to their diversity, biology, and conservation. The group will then set off on a casual stroll with a bat detector to determine which species are flying over our heads. DIRECTIONS: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749 From Tucson - Take Tanque Verde Road...