The SPRNCA provides habitat for over 100 species of breeding birds. The San Pedro River is also a critical migration corridor that provides water, food, and shelter for another 250 migratory and wintering birds. Novice and experienced bird watchers attend our bird walks to view the diverse avian community of the area. We usually observe...
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...
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...
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Prepare with Pedro: Home Fire Safety is a 30-minute educational storytime that reinforces how to be prepared and take action for home fires. Presented by The American Red Cross. Geared for grades K-2. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate...
Join Ranger Jacque on a moderate hike along scenic trails to look for early spring wildflowers and blooming desert plants. Join Ranger Jacque for an informative walk focusing on the unique flora of the Sonoran Desert. This 3.5–4 mile out-and-back walk will traverse sections of the Quail and Rainbow Valley Trails, offering a chance to...
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
Prepare with Pedro: Home Fire Safety is a 30-minute educational storytime that reinforces how to be prepared and take action for home fires. Presented by The American Red Cross. Geared for grades K-2. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate...
Join Ranger Nikki on a family-friendly educational hike to learn fun tidbits about our beautiful Sonoran Desert. Homeschool families can hike with Ranger Nikki to learn about our fascinating Sonoran Desert. We will focus on plant identification and learn about some of our common cacti, trees and shrubs. We will also be on the lookout...
Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you! Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn more about the mammal residents at PHS! Your VIP-Inspired Experience Includes: Capybara interaction for the group. Meet, pet, and feed our adorable capybara "Spud"! Opossum interaction...
Ranger Nikki will show you ways to identify springtime flowers and blooms that you see along our park trails with this indoor classroom presentation and short outdoor walk near the Nature Center. It is also National Invasive Species Awareness Week so you can learn how to do your part to remove plants that disrupt the...
Join Ranger Jacque at this drop-in station to discover the beauty and variety of desert wildflowers and early spring blooms. Stop by this informal, come-and-go discovery station located at Nature Center to explore the beautiful world of desert wildflowers! Learn to identify common species, understand how desert plants bloom and survive, and discover what early...
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Be ready to protect your home! In this session, you will gain practical tips to prevent the most common causes of fires, create an escape plan, and make sure your family is prepared.
Join Ranger Derik on a nighttime hike through the park in search of nocturnal creatures. his hike will cover 2.5 miles and gain 120ft of elevation along even sandy trail. The only true elevation gain is in the final section of the hike when hikers climb the 100ft hill to Lykes Lookout. Hikers should bring...
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