Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Life Along the Gila
Get up early and join Ranger Kevin for an informative hike about the history and significance of this vital desert river. The Gila River has a storied past, a very...
Free with Park Fee
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Field Sciences
Events for July 12, 2025
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird Walk
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy walk to look for and identify our desert feathered friends and their homes. On this walk near the Nature Center, Ranger we will watch...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Monsoon Magic
Did you know Arizona actually has five seasons? The thunderstorms of Tucson’s monsoon have the power to transform the Sonoran Desert during Arizona’s fifth season: the wet summer! Monsoon Magic...
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Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
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...
Free with Park Fee
Apache County Library District: Local Birders Bird Walk
Audubon Society Bird Walk at the Sipe Ranch. 7:00 am
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike
Spend the morning outside to learn all about plants of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia. Enjoy a guided nature hike along one of our trails...
Free with Park Fee
Old Pueblo Archaeology Center: Tour of the Desert Laboratory on Tumamoc Hill and the Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research
On Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 7:45 am to 12:30 pm, Old Pueblo Archaeology Center summer tour visits TOO-COOL University of Arizona (UA) environmental-science laboratories in Tucson – the Desert...
$28 – $35
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375...
Free
National Park Service: Good Morning Saguaro! (East District)
Get out early and beat the summer heat! Join a ranger for a short stroll and chat in our cactus garden. Come learn about a variety of topics including the iconic...
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
White Mountain Community Garden: Children’s Gardening Class – Weeding
We strive to create a fun, hands on experience for children to learn about organic gardening to encourage the love of gardening for years to come. Bring your gloves because...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird ID Basics
Learn about ways to identify birds that you see in your backyard and along hiking trails with an indoor presentation from Ranger Nikki. Ranger Nikki will present a slideshow of...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Fossil Discovery Walk
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior...
Free with Park Fee
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: Breakfast with the Animals – Tortoise & Friends
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary hosts breakfasts each year with the zoo's most iconic animals! "Breakfast with the Animals" includes a light breakfast in front of the spotlight animal, a special animal...
$20 – $35
Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours
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...
Free
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
National Park Service: Patio Chat (West District)
Join a Park Ranger on the outside shaded patio overlooking the magnificent saguaro forest to learn a little about the unique diversity of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. 30 minutes. Wheelchair accessible.
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum Oro Valley: Wee Storytime
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Free with Admission
Butterfly Wonderland: Koi Feedings
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in...
Free with Admission
Yuma County Library District: Intro to Gardening
Ready to dig into gardening but don’t know where to start? Join us for Intro to Gardening, a beginner-friendly program that covers the basics of soil, plant care, and seasonal...
Free
City of Chandler: Nature Center Science Club
Kids of all ages will learn about different nature-related science topics by completing hands-on experiments using scientific field studies, team building, and problem-solving skills. Ages 7 - 13 Jul 12,...
$16 – $22
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Critters
Come by and visit Ranger Kevin to learn about some of the animals native to the Sonoran Desert. Have a picture of a critter, but don’t know what it is?...
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Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Rattlesnake Relocation Training
The course is divided into two sections. The first half of the course is a classroom lecture portion where participants learn about misconceptions and discuss real rattlesnake behavior. The second half participants with learn...
$120.00
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Venomous Creatures
Join Ranger Olivia to talk about venomous creatures such as rattlesnakes, gila monsters, scorpions, or any other desert dwellers you may encounter. Drop on by for this unstructured, informal come-and-go...
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National Park Service: Ranger-led Hike – Ranger Cabin
In response to rampant looting, and the destruction of Walnut Canyon's cliff dwellings, a United States Forest (USFS) ranger was assigned to Walnut Canyon to preserve the park's resources. Beginning...
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National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Dam Talk
Join a Park Ranger at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center for a quick presentation about Glen Canyon. Topics vary.
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Living with Giants (West District)
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lunch and Learn – Bald Eagles of the Southwest
We’re celebrating our nation’s independence by focusing on the bald eagle. Join Ranger Kevin for a lunchtime look at these magnificent birds of prey. Did you know that Arizona is...
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Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Jungle Jill
Come meet and learn about live reptiles at Jungle Jill's Reptile Encounter! Ages 4+
Free
National Park Service: Saguaro Science Corner (East District)
Join a ranger in our visitor center exhibit area to learn about a rotating selection of topics around the Sonoran Desert and Saguaro National Park. Drop in any time from 1pm-1:30pm. Accessible program.
Free with Park Fee
Butterfly Wonderland: Stingray & Shark Feedings
Experience the fascinating world of marine life during an engaging Aquarist Talk and Live Feeding in the Tropical Waters gallery. Listen to expert insights regarding the venomous round stingrays as...
Free with Admission
Butterfly Wonderland: Bugs & More Bugs!
Creep, crawl, and get curious! Join one a Butterfly Wonderland expert “bug specialist” for a close-up look at some of the world’s most incredible insects—like walking sticks, blue death-feigning beetles,...
Free with Admission
National Park Service: Geology Talk
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program - presented daily at 2:30 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn...
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Pima County Public Library: All About Rabbits with Live Rabbits!
Learn about rabbits and how to care for them as pets in our interactive rabbit class! Meet diverse rabbit breeds, including the charming long-haired angora, and enjoy optional rabbit themed...
Free
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at the San Pedro House
Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public...
Free
Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library: Jungle Jill
Come meet and learn about live reptiles at Jungle Jill's Reptile Encounter! Ages 4+
Free