This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling,...
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to...
The World of Arthropods at Gateway Trailhead Spiders, scorpions, bees, and wasps are just the beginning–there are more species of Arthropods in the world than any other group of animals. Join us on an easy 2 hour walk to discover the fascinating and diverse world of Arthropods and their role in the ecology of the...
Join us for a morning of birding at the beautiful and historic Canoa Ranch Conservation Park, a premier birding hotspot in southern Arizona. This lush oasis along the Santa Cruz River features ponds, mesquite bosque, and open grasslands that attract a wide variety of species year-round. Expect to see waterfowl, raptors, and desert favorites such as...
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology...
Mysteries of the Unseen World reveals the hidden wonders all around us—too fast, too slow, or too small for the naked eye. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science uncover a mind-blowing world you’ve never seen before. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets...
Come chat with Ranger Nikki and learn about cool critters with an exoskeleton, aka arthropods! Are you creeped out by creepy crawlers? Find out what makes them so special, why...
Enjoy a beautiful desert evening on Pinnacle Peak Mountain with a hike up to GRAND VIEW. Watch a beautiful sunset and then the full moon rise. This is moderate 1.5-mile round trip hike. These hikes are safe and fun for the whole family. The hike lasts approximately 1.5 hours and are at your own pace....
A supermoon is the nickname given to the moon when it is near its closest approach to Earth. During this time, the moon appears slightly larger and brighter than average. On this trek with Ranger Nikki, we will use Gila Trail to connect to Baseline and Rainbow Valley trails to make a 2.5-mile loop. Most...
Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot during this holiday season and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors! The Magical Christmas Journey® is based on the storybook, and the tale includes Princess Noel (a kind-hearted girl who transforms into a princess), Flurry, (a real bald eagle), Santa, Mrs Claus, elves and Canyon Critters. Enjoy festive...
Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist on Zoom for a monthly exploration of birds, birding, and ornithology. Frequent sights along seacoasts, terns are known for their white plumage, unparalled grace and long migrations. But some terns are dark in color, others are found in marshes, and some make more localized movements. This...