Join Park Volunteer Tom Locascio for a morning walk followed by an informational program in the Nature Center about the birds of White Tank Mountain Regional Park! 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...
Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to remove these invasive plants effectively. Meet at the Nature Center. The goal is to remove invasive plants as a proactive...
Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to remove these invasive plants effectively. Meet at the Nature Center. The goal is to remove invasive plants as a proactive...
Attend one of our FREE Teacher Workshops to learn more about Project Orangutan, Project AZ Wildlife or BioConnect Kit! Why attend a Teacher Workshop? Increase your confidence in using the Zoo’s curriculum and resources Develop a deeper understanding of content knowledge Collaborate with a network of other teachers throughout the state doing the same project...
Join a park guide on the Hunter Trail and enjoy 360-degree views from the top of Picacho Peak. This is a challenging hike that involves steep switchbacks, rock scrambles, climbing up several cableways and an elevation change of 1,600 feet. Meet at the Hunter Trailhead on the Barrett Loop. Register at the link below. Total distance is...
Learn all you need to know about planting, growing, and maintaining a healthy citrus tree in Arizona. Taught by Chandler’s Urban Forester, this hands-on workshop allows you to prune delicious citrus fruit trees in Tumbleweed Ranch while learning the best ways to improve the health and harvest of your trees. You will also discuss the...
On this hike you’ll see the direct connection between the environment and the desert ecosystem as the plant communities change distinctly when the local geology and terrain changes. The hike is 3 miles long and starts with a moderate climb but then eases into modest ups-and-downs. Expect to spend about 2 hours on the trails....
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...
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....
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about some of the flowers, shrubs and trees that are found in the Park. It is also National Invasive Species Awareness Week, so you can learn about the County Parks’ focus on improving native biodiversity and ecosystem health by dealing with problematic invaders. ...
Join us for a fun, family-friendly nature adventure at the Rio Salado Audubon Center! Families are invited to get outside, explore the trails and gardens, and discover wildlife that calls Rio Salado home. Enjoy an easy walk with plenty of chances to spot birds, insects, plants, and more. After the walk, stick around for hands-on...
The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the complete hard rock ore extraction process, with the mine shaft, tramway, ore carts, crushing and extraction, that are always on display, but operated only during these events. The highlight is Arizona’s only fully operational ten-stamp ore crushing mill. The ten 1,000-lb...
It’s citrus time! Learn how to properly water and fertilize your citrus trees to ensure a healthy tree and harvest. You will learn about selecting citrus fertilizers and how to determine the water and fertilizer needs for your specific tree(s) using the citrus guidelines developed by University of Arizona. Following the workshop Maricopa County Master...
Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from October to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn in a safe, engaging environment. Outdoor play isn’t just fun; it’s essential!...
Take a tour of Millville, the location of several historic silver mills and a once thriving town, as well as an adjacent Indian rock art site, with an FSPR docent. The tour will focus on the history of mining and the mills which were active during the Tombstone silver boom. This is about a 2...
This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
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.
Explore birds, nature, art, & science with community partners outdoors. Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), featuring free events across the Verde Valley. Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all...
Join Park Staff and Volunteers at the Usery Mountain Regional Park Nature Center for an Open House! Usery Mountain Regional Park is hosting an open house and community resource fair on 2/28/26 from 10am - 2pm! Come to the park's Nature Center for a chance to meet the park staff, supervisor and community volunteers. Meet...
Nature lovers, rejoice! This festival showcases the plants, animals, sustainability, and ecological relationships of our local nature area. Between guided bird tours, beautiful eco-crafts, and endless discoveries to be made about Southwest wildlife, there is something for everyone to enjoy in Arizona's beautiful spring season. DATE: February 28 & March 1, 2026 TIME: 10 AM - 3 PM (Both Days) LOCATION:...
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
We will have a “tree” mendous time learning and celebrating everything tree. Children can make fun upcycled nature art, the tapestry of colors and textures are endless. Ages 6 - 12 Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), featuring free events across the...
Compare dinosaur footprints, explore anatomy, & create dino art. Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), featuring free events across the Verde Valley. Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all over...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about some of the flowers, shrubs and trees that are found in the Park. It is also National Invasive Species Awareness Week, so you can learn about the County Parks’ focus on improving native biodiversity and ecosystem health by dealing with problematic invaders. ...
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...
Education staff invite you on this special behind the scenes tour to learn about the unique adaptations of some of the largest types of tortoises. Learn about how we care for our largest tortoises at the Zoo and how our everyday actions can help protect tortoises in the wild. This experience provides an opportunity to...
Imagine a place in America that is vast, wild and untouched, where some of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles unfold. For five years Florian Schulz has lived in the Arctic to film this land and reveal it to audiences around the globe. Join Florian as he tracks the Porcupine Caribou herd on the longest animal...
Celebrate the amazing diversity of wildlife that call Arizona home! The Arizona Game and Fish department (weather permitting) will bring non-releasable animal ambassadors and will explore their unique adaptations, behaviors, and how they came to Arizona Game and Fish. This program will be held outdoors.
Imagine a place in America that is vast, wild and untouched, where some of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles unfold. For five years Florian Schulz has lived in the Arctic to film this land and reveal it to audiences around the globe. Join Florian as he tracks the Porcupine Caribou herd on the longest animal...
Imagine a place in America that is vast, wild and untouched, where some of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles unfold. For five years Florian Schulz has lived in the Arctic to film this land and reveal it to audiences around the globe. Join Florian as he tracks the Porcupine Caribou herd on the longest animal...
Join Park Assistant Doug Robertson for an educational guided hike to learn about the fascinating wild burros at Lake Pleasant. This program is designed for all ages and will provide an in-depth look at the history, behavior, and conservation of these remarkable animals. The program will be given on Wild Burro Hiking Trail which is...