Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk
Learn about birds of the Sonoran Desert on this easy guided hike with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about resident and migratory birds of the...
Free with Park Fee
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Field Sciences
Events for June 27, 2025
City of Chandler: Lava River Cave Field Trip
Explore the mile-long, wave-like lava tube cave in Flagstaff, Arizona. Formed roughly 700,000 years ago by molten rock, the cave presents a chance to unearth nature's creativity and learn firsthand...
$67 – $91
Tucson Botanical Gardens: $5 Fridays
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...
$5.00
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
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Venomous Creatures
The desert seems full of scary, venomous creatures, especially this time of year! Ranger Jacque’s here to talk about the real lives of rattlesnakes, gila monsters, scorpions, and other desert...
Free with Park Fee
Tucson Bird Alliance: Indulgent Birding at Casa de San Pedro–3 Day Field Trip
This is a three-day program focusing on birds morning and evening, with afternoons free to relax at Casa de San Pedro or explore the many natural and cultural resources of the area. Hummingbird banding is planned for Friday, from 4-6pm. La Casa website: https://www.bedandbirds.com...
$450.00
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Cactus Curiosity
Interested in learning more about cacti? Learn and ask your cactus questions to Ranger Eric. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host...
Free with Park Fee
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
Pima County Public Library: Garden Discovery Days
Explore the magical world of gardening with your children! This week, we'll be making rain sticks. Ages 0-5.
Free
Yuma County Library District: Master Gardener Talks – Southern AZ Soils
Explore the unique composition of our local soils, uncover the challenges they face today and meet the native plants that naturally support healthy, thriving soil. Learn how these resilient species...
Free
City of Chandler: STEAM Days – Marine Biology Theme!
Science: check, adventure: check, experiments: check. Now it's time for hands-on exploration while enhancing early-education curriculum through investigations and experiments. Ages 7 - 12
$9 – $13
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Snake Feeding and Animal Encounters
Meet Ranger Jacque and our animal ambassadors at feeding time! Join us for an up- close look at some of the desert’s most fascinating creatures! Watch as our animal ambassadors,...
Free with Park Fee
Pima County Public Library: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum presents – Desert Reptiles
Compare their diverse strategies for movement, defense, and feeding. Discover their unique adaptations to desert life. Presented by Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Free
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
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at Casa de San Pedro B&B
Hummingbird banding sessions at Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast are open to members of SABO and guests of the B&B at no charge, though donations are appreciated. Only...
Free
Lowell Observatory: Worlds Revealed Speaker Series – Chasing Shadows: Occultations
Step into a universe of discovery with Worlds Revealed—Lowell Observatory’s exclusive speaker series. This engaging program invites diverse staff and experts to share their unique perspectives, bridging the gap between...
Free with Admission
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of adventure as we set off in search of scorpions. This family friendly program is an approximately 2-mile hike along the Slate trail. We’ll be...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Join Ranger Olivia on a hike to look for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures that call San Tan home. We will be looking for wildlife in the dark so make...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Evening Bird Walk
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...
Free with Park Fee