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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Yavapai Pollinator Hike

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

A walk with Ranger Shaun to watch for early morning birds and bugs at the North end of the Lake.   Hike the 1.2-mile Yavapai-Pipeline loop and look for pollinators in...

Free with Park Fee

Tucson Bird Alliance: Arizona Trail and Sycamore Reservoir Birding

Gordon Hirabayashi Campground N. Prison Camp Rd., Tucson

Trip Difficulty: Hard. This will be an out and back hike on the undulating Arizona Trail for about 4.7 miles total with 600 foot elevation loss/gain. Bathrooms at Gordon Hirabayashi...

$35 – $50

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Pollinators

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Stop by and chat with Ranger Shaun about pollinators today at the Discovery Center!   Got a minute? Swing by the Discovery Center to get out of the heat, cool off...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

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

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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 Public Library: Birds of the Southwest in Colored Pencil

Pima County Public Library - Oro Valley Library 1305 W. Naranja Dr., Oro Valley

Pursue your artistic adventures with colored pencils! Learn the fundamental techniques to use and explore the beauty and diversity of color. We will focus on two beloved desert species, the Gambel's Quail...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Pipeline South Ecosystem Hike

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

A late morning walk on the lovely Pipeline Canyon Trail with Ranger Shaun.   As the weather ever so slowly cools, short mid-day hikes become viable again! Join Ranger Shaun for...

Free with Park Fee

Yavapai County Free Library District: Water Workshop STEM event

Yavapai County Free Library District - Chino Valley Public Library 1020 W. Palomino Rd., Chino Valley

Learn about the importance of water as our most valuable resource while making a hands-on water filter! Perfect for Elementary students and their families. Free.

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Meet the Critters

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Stop by the Nature Center to learn about San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Nikki during this drop-in session. Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including...

Free with Park Fee

Yavapai County Free Library District: Mineral Minds

Yavapai County Free Library District: Mayer Public Library 10004 Wicks Ave., Mayer

Where Rocks, Crystals, and Curiosity Come Together! Every 3rd Friday Ready to dig into something awesome? Join us for a hands-on geology experience where you’ll explore the science, and the...

Free

Pima County Public Library: Garden Talk – Cool Season Vegetable Gardening

Pima County Public Library - Oro Valley Library 1305 W. Naranja Dr., Oro Valley

During our cool season the weather is great, less water is required, vegetables have higher nutritional value, and insects and other annoying critters are less active. Learn the key steps...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask A Ranger!

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Questions about the Sonoran Desert or the things that live there? Ask Ranger Kevin!   Come to the Trailhead Staging Area and say hello to Ranger Kevin from 6:00pm to 7:00pm....

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Sunset Hike

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear

Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see the iconic desert sunset over the Estrella Mountains.   Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set while also talking...

Free with Park Fee

Butterfly Wonderland: Butterfly Brushstrokes Painting Class

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

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

Flagstaff Festival of Science: Nourishment Through Movement Keynote Ballet

Northern Arizona University Ardrey Auditorium 1115 Knoles Dr., Flagstaff

An artistic interpretation of this year's Keynote Presentation with a powerful performance merging ballet with concepts of Indigenous land stewardship, health, and sustainability. Immerse yourself in a poetic dance that...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy 2-mile stroll to search for scorpions and other nocturnal critters. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an out-and-back walk to search for bark, striped-tail...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Hike

Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek

Join Ranger Derik on hike through the park at night in search of nocturnal creatures that call the park home.  The hike will cover 2 miles over sections of Overton...

Free with Park Fee

Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Critter Crawl – Night Tour

Boyce Thompson Arboretum 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior

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