Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. This month’s birding explores the birding hotspot of Agua Caliente Park where we hope to see waterfowl, raptors, sparrows, and a lot more....
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...
Join Reid Park Zoo’s team for a fun walk around Reid Park in solidarity with the Wildlife Ranger Challenge and in celebration of World Rhino Day. After the walk, enjoy special talks about African species in the Zoo. Zoo admission is included in the entry fee. Festivities begin at the Front Gate of the Zoo....
Join our resident Medicinal Herb expert as we share tips for maintaining annual & perennial medicinal herbs and flowers in the low desert. We'll cover a variety of medicinal plants, including their medical benefits, their history, how to prepare them, and how to grow them. Each registration includes: 4 medicinal plant starts, 1/2 gallon worm...
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...
Step into a tranquil morning at Butterfly Wonderland, where photographers (18+) can capture breathtaking images of butterflies, birds, and reptiles in their lush rainforest habitat. With special access before the doors open to the public, this rare opportunity offers perfect lighting and peaceful surroundings for stunning shots. Director of Animal Care & Entomologist Derek Kellogg...
Join us for a 90-minute walk around the Phoenix Zoo where we will learn the basics of photography including composition, lighting and capturing emotion. On our walk, we will cover how to photograph through fences, glass and foliage in addition to learning more about the Phoenix Zoo and the natural world. At the end of...
This class will teach you everything you need to know about composting with worms in a container. We will teach both Container composting (for those who want the benefits of worm castings for their indoor or outdoor plants, but would like the flexibility and mobility a worm bin offers) and in-bed composting for those that...
David Stevenson's Home Tour David will lead a tour through a matured landscape created by earthworks that have allowed a path for rainwater to nourish the native vegetation. The majority...
We've compiled everything we think every beginner gardener should know, and jam-packed it into an hour class. From setting up your growing space to harvesting the fruits of your labor, let us help you navigate organic gardening in the desert! This class is a great place to start your garden journey. Includes: 4 seasonal starts,...
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...
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 $5 per person age 5 and up. There are no set programs, but volunteers are on hand to...
Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups. What will you do? Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this is the storytime for you! Sing, dance and MOVE in this fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love...
Stop by the Children’s Garden to explore the science, history, and cultural significance of the traditional “Three Sisters” planting method, a practice rooted in the agricultural traditions of many Indigenous...
Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz Join us this year as we team up with the National Recreation and Park Association- Parks for Pollinators BIOBLITZ! Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! The Maricopa County Parks and...
Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz Join us this year as we team up with the National Recreation and Park Association- Parks for Pollinators BIOBLITZ! Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! The Maricopa County Parks and...
Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz Join us this year as we team up with the National Recreation and Park Association- Parks for Pollinators BIOBLITZ! Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! The Maricopa County Parks and...
Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz Join us this year as we team up with the National Recreation and Park Association- Parks for Pollinators BIOBLITZ! Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! The Maricopa County Parks and...
Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies,well here is your chance! Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz Join us this year as we team up with the National Recreation and Park Association- Parks for Pollinators BIOBLITZ! Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Well, here is your chance! The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation...
The Arizona Worm Farm growing staff will teach the basics of organic tomato growing and give you a gift package to get you started! Topics will include: The Best Time to Plant Choosing the Right Tomato Varieties Sun and Temperature Requirements Soil Preparation Planting Tomatoes Companion plantings Watering, Fertilizing, and Pruning Tomatoes Class includes a...
Explore some of the most sensitive and awe-inspiring locations within Walnut Canyon National Monument—areas that are not accessible to the public outside of these special programs. During the 2025 season, our knowledgeable park rangers will guide you along the historic Ledge Trail and take you to the historic Ranger Cabin, the second oldest USFS cabin...
Enjoy gardening? Do you have garden challenges you’d like to overcome? Need help with your landscape plants? Don't know what to plant or when? Want to start a vegetable garden, but don't know where to start? Join the Georgia Lord Library Master Gardener 2nd Saturdays from 10am-12pm for free home garden and landscape Q and...
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. If you have been wondering how to start and maintain your desert garden, wonder no more! Visit the Chandler Sunset Library on 3rd Saturdays between 10 a.m. to Noon to chat with a Master Gardener and...
The Boyce Thompson Arboretum Photography Club is a welcoming community of photographers of all skill levels who are inspired by the natural beauty of Arizona’s high desert. The club meets...
Hands on learning of prehistoric technologies, meet a live bald eagle, solar telescope viewing, and build a wildlife crossing prototype for our non-human neighbors to be able to cross roads safely. 50+ booths with interactive learning for the whole family! Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science, a free annual 10-day event wholly...
Fly on over to the library between 10AM and 4PM and give a milk carton a new life as a colorful birdhouse! We’ve got the paint, and brushes, just bring your imagination.
Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups. What will you do? Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this...
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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Hang out after story time and learn about some wild and crazy dinosaurs you’ve probably never heard of before. Then have your own paleontology adventure as you excavate one from its' own dino egg! Supplies and seating limited. Ages 0-12.
Archaeology-focused Exploration and Camping in the Petrified Forest Wilderness September 20 @ 12:00 pm – September 21, 2025 @ 4:00 pm MST Instructor: Jon Hardes Known for its world-class Triassic paleontology and vast, photogenic landscapes, Petrified Forest National Park is one of the most outstanding destinations in the world. What is sometimes overlooked, however, is its rich archaeological record, spanning some 13,000 years...
This kid’s gardening club will focus on gardening themed activities. Kid’s of all ages can come and learn about plants in a fun way. Saturday, September 20th from 12:30-1:30pm.
Got extra seeds or garden goodies? Bring them to our fall seed swap! Exchange seeds, plant cuttings, pots, and more with fellow gardeners. Leave with something new to grow—and help...
During our cool season the weather is great, the insects and annoying critters are less active, watering frequency declines, and the vegetables have higher nutritional value than warm season vegetables. So go for it! Learn about both in-ground and raised bed approaches, and the key steps to successful vegetable and herb gardening in the cool...
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 to successful vegetable and herb gardening in the cool season, and the best practices for both in-ground and raised bed approaches. Presented by Pima County...
Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors!
Mike Dechter of the Arizona Mushroom Society will be presenting on some basics of the cryptic kingdom - mushrooms and fungi. This presentation will be for those with incidental knowledge and curiosity about fungi and will cover the roles of fungi in our lives, basic mushroom anatomy, and identification of wild mushrooms. The last part...
Pima Master Naturalists is a volunteer leadership training program designed to enhance the quality of educational, citizen science, and stewardship service Master Naturalist participants provide to community partners. They are currently accepting applications for their next cohort of naturalists. If you've ever wanted to deepen and share your knowledge of the Sonoran Desert & contribute to the work...
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 is invited to get a close-up look at these tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure,...
After Dark at the Park is the coolest Adult Only after-hours event in Prescott. Enjoy a Fall evening as you sip and stroll through the park. Enjoy Live Music, Food Truck, Keeper Talks, Animal Feedings and some Fun activities!
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and...