Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Hike
Learn about birds of the Sonoran Desert on this hike with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran...
Free with Park Fee
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Field Sciences
Events for July 18, 2025
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
Pima County Parks and Recreation: Gardens of Canoa Ranch
Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch. Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters....
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
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
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
National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Laboratory
The Museum Demonstration Lab at the Painted Desert Visitor Center is where you can see one-of-a-kind fossils from Petrified Forest National Park being prepared by trained paleontologists! Peek through the...
Free with Park Fee
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
Maricopa County Library District: Discover Arizona’s National Parks and Monuments
Enjoy a scenic exploration of Arizona’s national parks and monuments, featuring stunning landscapes, rich history, and travel tips.
Free
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
Pima County Library District: Zoo to You – Habitats Around The World
Join us as we explore how animals survive in the desert, rainforest, and savanna habitats, and how our actions affect their survival. Zoo educators and animal ambassadors will inspire you...
Free
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
Pima County Public Library: Nature Colors
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...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Extreme Weather
Extreme Weather takes you to the front lines of our planet’s most intense natural forces—from melting glaciers and massive tornadoes to raging wildfires. Stunning visuals and expert insight reveal how...
Free – $27
National Park Service: The Desert as a Provider (West District)
Join us in the Red Hills Visitor Center to discover various plant species native to the Sonoran Desert and learn how indigenous peoples traditionally used them for food and medicine...
Free with Park Fee
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
National Park Service: Arizona’s Wildcats! (West District)
This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types...
Free with Park Fee
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...
Free with Park Fee
Tempe Public Library: LEGO® Learning Lab
Kids will build towers, create animals, and tackle exciting challenges! 7/18: LEGO Dinosaur Park
Free
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
Reid Park Zoo: Summer Safari Nights 2025 – Game Night
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...
Free – $12
Butterfly Wonderland: Butterfly Brushstrokes Painting Class
Let creativity take flight at Butterfly Brushstrokes, an intimate and inspiring painting event at Butterfly Wonderland. Perfect for a fun night out or a unique date night, this guided class...
$15 – $30
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Scorpions! Blacklights! You know the rest! Come with Ranger Shaun for a Safari in the Dark! Grab a UV light and come along for a late(-ish) night walk in the...
Free with Park Fee
Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Critter Crawl – Night Tour
Join us after dark on a night-time adventure with our Education Staff! Discover the amazing world of nocturnal life in the Sonoran Desert on this family friendly ‘crawl’. Learn about...
$10 – $15
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Catalina Nights
Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
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...
Free with Park Fee