Join experienced birder and Park Volunteer Tom Locascio—a proud member of the Audubon Society and Sun City Birding Club—for a guided bird walk through White Tank Mountain Regional Park. After the walk, gather in the Nature Center classroom for an engaging presentation on the park’s feathered residents, from desert dwellers to seasonal visitors. Please wear...
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...
Hike with a Park Geology Guide to the Grandview Overlook. Learn about the rocks, minerals, and land formation of Pinnacle Peak, McDowell Mountains, and the valley of the sun as seen from the trail. This is a moderate 3/4-mile hike.
How can we have a lush but water-wise garden in the middle of a densely populated city? Join us at the Environment and Natural Resources 2 Building (ENR2), a LEED Platinum certified structure to learn how to create your own urban oasis. Please note: this tour is given on Saturday mornings and we meet in...
Crested Saguaro Hike from Granite Mt. Trailhead. Join us on this Difficult hike as we pass by 3 crested saguaro cacti. This hike is for experienced hikers and will cover...
The hike will cover 3.5 miles out and back along the Bald Eagle Trail and the Auga Fria River and is considered as moderate. Hikers need to hiking boots and trekking poles are strongly encouraged as the trail is very rocky. The hike may be shorter if lake levels have risen cutting off access to...
Spark your child’s love for nature with engaging stories, songs and hands-on activities. Designed for children five and under and their caregivers, each session offers a playful introduction to the wonders of the natural world. Storytime attendance is first come, first serve. Space is limited. Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert...
Celebrate the beauty of fall by creating glowing “blooms” from colorful autumn leaves! We’ll arrange and layer leaves to make hanging sun catchers that capture the warm light of the...
Enjoy a guided nature hike along one of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. We will be along a portion of the San Tan trail which is mostly flat with some uneven/rocky surfaces so please wear closed-toed shoes. We will do an out and back of about 3...
Commemorate a visit to Butterfly Wonderland with a fun and creative experience at neighboring attraction Color Me Mine at AZ Boardwalk! Butterfly Wonderland is sponsoring a special Children’s Painting Class...
Create a cornucopia arrangement from scratch out of a woven palm leaf. Fill your “horn of plenty” with fall foliage, natural and dried elements along with succulents for a Sonoran Desert take on this classic fall centerpiece. All materials provided. All skill levels welcome. Instructed by Jennifer Balcom. Garden admission included.
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.
Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card
Get up close and personal with a variety of amazing Arizona reptiles! A trained volunteer will talk about reptile behavior, habitat, preservation and safety and bring live reptiles!! What is...
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 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go around the traffic circle until...
This is a casual drop-in program, that gives you an opportunity to come and meet some of the animals at San Tan such as, snakes, scorpion, Chuckwallas, and even a Gila Monster! At this program you will get to ask questions, learn new things, and possibly even touch a snake. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center No...
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...
Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike about 3 miles roundtrip on easy to moderate grade, with frequently rocky or uneven ground. Please dress in layers, wear protective clothing and/or sunscreen, wear sturdy footwear, and carry ample water, electrolytes, and...
Imagine a place in America that is vast, wild and untouched, where some of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles unfold. The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, located in the northeastern corner of Alaska, is one of the wildest places left on the planet — a symbol of wilderness that few have ever seen. This program will...
Imagine a place in America that is vast, wild and untouched, where some of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles unfold. The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, located in the northeastern corner of Alaska, is one of the wildest places left on the planet — a symbol of wilderness that few have ever seen. This program will...
Imagine a place in America that is vast, wild and untouched, where some of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles unfold. The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, located in the northeastern corner of Alaska, is one of the wildest places left on the planet — a symbol of wilderness that few have ever seen. This program will...