Learn all about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem on this guided walk with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Based on the fall rains we received, we have a good chance of seeing early spring wildflowers. We will hike about 3...
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...
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 see and learn!
Join us to explore the stunning Jewel of the Creek Preserve! This trail leads through diverse Sonoran Desert habitats - from cholla fields to the riverbed of Cave Creek with towering cottonwoods. Length: 2.5 miles, some elevation gain, and uneven surfaces. Come prepared with water, closed-toe shoes, and sun protection. No restrooms available. Parking: If...
Join Ranger Jacque for a fun hike to enjoy the trails and mountain views. Join Ranger Jacque for a morning hike through the scenic White Tank mountains! This hike will cover 6 miles starting on Gray Fox Trail, then making a small loop on sections of the Waddell, Mesquite, and Ford Canyon Trails. Hikers should plan for...
Join Ranger Shaun as we move along through the winter season towards Spring. The emergence of wildflowers will bring back an explosion of insects close behind! Learn more about the greatest frenemies of all time! Plants and bugs! Thanks to this ages old power struggle life exists as we know it. The dance between plant and predator...
What really covers the desert – little organisms can make a big difference! Some of the most common sights in the desert – and indeed the living things that probably cover more of the desert than any single kind of plant – are lichen, desert varnish, and soil crust. These organisms actually have much in...
Learn about what each of the Maricopa County Parks have to offer at this table display with Ranger Eric. 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...
Join Ranger Shaun for a midday desert jaunt! Come see the beauty of the desert on a Ranger guided hike! Enjoy a trek through the desert! Come along and learn about some of the local flora and fauna and their unique adaptations to life here in the Sonoran Desert. Be on the lookout for critters as...
Come join us each month for a new adventure as we aim to encourage literacy, spark curiosity and develop new skills for young learners.
Presented by Cong Li (Postdoc, University of Arizona Geosciences) Part of the Geosciences Colloquium Series This year's colloquium series will consist of a mixture of researchers across the University of Arizona along with visiting scientists as well! The colloquium series will be conducted in the Gould-Simpson “Fishbowl” (2nd floor) from 4-5PM on Thursdays. There will be...
ndulge in peaceful and soothing yoga held in the serene Chrysalis Emergence Gallery amidst a beautiful sounding waterfall background. Led by yoga instructor Elicia, this hour-long class commences with a...