What if the insects we often overlook could stop you in your tracks with beauty? Step into a world where dragonflies hover overhead, butterflies balance on petals, and bees shimmer in sunlight—each one larger-than-life and crafted in glass. “Glass in Flight” is an immersive outdoor sculpture exhibit by renowned Tucson-based artist Alex Heveri. Featuring over...
Located in the Tucson Sky Islands Important Bird Area, Catalina State Park is home to 150+ species of birds. Experienced birding guides will help you spot and identify beautiful birds as you walk through the park for 3-4 hours. Bring binoculars and a birding field guide to enhance your experience! Guides are sold in the gift...
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...
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...
Come explore the birds of the Sonoran Desert with us! Whether you're just getting acquainted with our feathered friends or are a seasoned birdwatcher, everyone is welcome. Meet on the patio of Desert Foothills Library, and we'll explore nearby Saguaro Hill Preserve with a guide from Desert Foothills Land Trust. Please wear closed-toe shoes, sun...
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
Join us for homeschool science adventures! This three-part class will use the Riparian Preserve as a classroom to take an in-depth look at biology, weather, and the natural sciences. Each class will include a trail walk through the Preserve, a craft, and games or experiments. Classes take place outdoors so please bring plenty of...
Join Heather Gosnell, MD, pediatrician and plant-based health coach, for a fun and flavorful plant-based cooking demo at the library, where we’ll explore how easy it is to make delicious, versatile sauces that can transform any meal. Whether you’re a seasoned plant-based eater or just curious about adding more veggies to your plate, you’ll get...
Come along on a fun adventure as we explore the beauty of leaves using chalk pastels! We can't wait to see how this colorful medium plays with different papers like construction paper, watercolor paper, wax paper, aluminum foil, and parchment paper. It's going to be a creative and enjoyable time together!
Kids ages 3-6 with an adult will learn about STEM concepts by reading a book and then doing a science experiment following the Scientific Method. We will be learning about snow and making snow globes.
Help us fill our seed packets for the seed library, hear from Master Gardeners, ask questions about your home garden, & learn about Earth Heart Park and Community Garden! Learn all about this month's topic: Composting!
Pot your very own houseplant and learn how to properly care for it. From the best type of soil to use to the amount of sunlight needed, you will learn everything you need to help your plants thrive in our unique climate indoors. Each attendee will receive a 6-inch potted houseplant. Ages 13+ A...