November marks the return of wintering waterfowl to Sweetwater, with possibly up to 10 species of ducks for us to observe and admire. We’ll study the biggest southwest duck identification challenge: differentiating Mexican Ducks, Mallards, and hybrids of the two. We will also work on separating all three species of teal, identifying ducks that are...
Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify birds by sight and sound, and about the behavioral and ecological traits that make them unique. Some binoculars...
Your child will travel behind-the-scenes to the Zoo’s Animal Health Center for a day in the life of a Zoo Vet experience. Participants will utilize the Freeport-McMoRan Education Gallery to view the surgery, treatment, and pharmacy rooms of the Animal Health Center. They’ll experience first-hand the importance of math and science in diagnosing and treating...
Hike through history with Ranger Derik and learn about the food and culture of the native peoples that once called the White Tank Mountains home. The hike will cover 2.5 miles along sections of the black rock and waterfall trails on smooth flat ground. This hike is rated as easy and is perfect for kids....
Learn about the geology and streams of the Spur Cross region on an easy two-mile walk with nationally known earth science author and park docent Thomas McGuire. Visit an abandoned gold mine, Nutcracker Rock, and a Hohokam rock art site along Cottonwood Wash. Bring plenty of water and your natural curiosity. No dogs on this hike....
November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor the diverse cultural histories of Indigenous people in America. Throughout history Native Americans have maintained a special connection with the animals in their natural world, one that has shaped and sustained their culture. The Liberty Wildlife Non-Eagle feather Repository (LWNEFR) will be celebrating Native American...
The UA Campus Arboretum is home to many trees and plants that provide us with delicious and nutritious food. Some have been imported from other parts of the world and others have been here for thousands of years. Join us for a specially curated tour of the Edibles! After you register you will receive a...
October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit.
Stop by to learn from Ranger Eric about the trails, scenery, wildlife, and other resources that each of Maricopa County Parks have to offer to visitors. Free trail maps for all parks will be available to take, as well as information on the Maricopa Trail, the 100 Miles in 100 Days hiking challenge, and fliers for upcoming...
Celebrate three decades of Lowell Observatory’s Native American Astronomy Outreach Program (NAAOP) with a day of storytelling, performances, and community connection! On November 16, enjoy cultural presentations by longtime NAAOP...
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 climate change fuels these powerful, interconnected events. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + Earth science talk All-Inclusive Planetarium...
Rattlesnakes! Fact & Fiction (Guest Presenter: Rattlesnake Solutions) Few animals spawn mythology and fish stories like they do. In working with thousands of rattlesnakes and people in the valley, Bryan Hughes from Rattlesnake Solutions has heard it all. Learn to stay safe in the outdoors, what to do if you see a rattlesnake, and most...