Come, explore the Yavapai Nation with the River of Time Museum & Exploration Center and our partners, the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. Experience the community’s rich culture and history on our immersive tour of the Fort McDowell Yavapai reservation led by Clissene Lewis, Director, Fort McDowell Yavapai Cultural Center and Museum. Our 7th season begins on November...
Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. This month’s birding explores the birding hotspot of historic Canoa Ranch where we hope to see waterfowl, raptors, sparrows, and a lot more....
Learn about birds of the Sonoran Desert on this easy guided hike with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran Desert on this easy walk. We will meet at the Nature Center and check out the nearby feeders and vegetation, before going over to...
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...
Bird beautiful Madera Canyon. We will slowly work our way up the canyon from Proctor Rd. to Santa Rita Lodge. Walking about 3.5 miles roundtrip with 500 ft. elevation gain on variable terrain. Coronado Nat’l Forest Parking Fee $8 per vehicle or free with Federal Interagency or Senior Pass. Bring water and snacks/lunch, although Santa...
The Arizona Worm Farm growing staff will teach the basics of organic tomato growing and give you a gift package to get you started! Topics will include: The Best Time to Plant Choosing the Right Tomato Varieties Sun and Temperature Requirements Soil Preparation Planting Tomatoes Companion plantings Watering, Fertilizing, and Pruning Tomatoes Class includes a...
Join us at the Birding Trail kiosk (next to campsite #12 in Patagonia Lake State Park) for a ranger led hike to learn about the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake and Sonoita Creek. The park is designated as an Important Bird Area by the Audubon Society. If you are a bird watcher you may hit...
Explore the wonders of the monarch butterfly. Milkweed and monarch butterflies have an intrinsic connection. Learn the benefits of growing milkweed in your garden and how to attract monarch butterflies back to the community. Participants will receive a mix of milkweed seeds for their home gardens.
Get to know the plant life of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park Volunteer, Valerie. You'll spend an hour exploring the trails and learning about local cacti, trees, and shrubs, seeing how they've adapted to grow in and support this ecosystem. Expect some small hills and loose gravel with no...
Join us for Awesome Adaptations Homeschool Day at Boyce Thompson Arboretum! Learners will investigate the unique ways desert plants survive and thrive in harsh environments. Through interactive, hands-on stations, students...
Ranger Shaun is on the prowl for critters as Spring wakes up the desert! If critter hunting is your vibe, join Ranger Shaun for an animal friendly hunting trip looking for the Season’s Firsts as he heads down Slate Trail looking for whatever he can find. It’s Spring and temperatures are climbing, which means rattlesnakes...
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. You might even find some dino-themed items to build with for Dinosaur Month!
Step back in time for some dino-sized STEAM fun! In this hands-on activity, young paleontologists will explore the fascinating world of dinosaur facts and measurements, comparing their own height, stride, and even “tooth size” to prehistoric giants. Using tools of measurement and simple math, kids will practice estimation, observation, and data collection as they measure...
Step into the Jurassic Sandpit and dig into dino-sized adventures all month long! Young paleontologists can uncover hidden “fossils” using brushes, scoops, and magnifying glasses. This hands-on pretend play experience invites kids to investigate, imagine, and unearth prehistoric treasures right in the Children’s Garden.
Keep your eyes peeled… we’ve had reports of dinosaur sightings all around the Museum! You never know where one might pop up – scaling the Climber, stacking blocks, or showing...
Design your own dinosaur and explore simple mechanics as you make it move, wiggle, and groove!
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....
The Family Programs team is back for another Stroller Safari! Learn about animals, sing songs and make friends on an interactive stroller walk through one of the Zoo’s Trails. An...
Join guest presenter Cassie Burruel to make your own butterfly feeder!
A 6-Part Online Master Class Series Instructed by Naturalist Jeff Babson From their evolutionary roots to the pinnacle of their evolution, the flowering plants. Enjoy the entire master class and get one class FREE. All six classes take place via Zoom and come with a video replay you can enjoy at your convenience. Class Dates: 3/27,...
The evolution of plants is one of the most important stories of life on Earth. From single-celled algae in the sea to towering redwoods and the spectacular diversity of flowering plants, they have made all other life possible. This class traces the remarkable story of the evolution of plants.
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...
Learn garden on a wall. Your $60 class fee will include a vertical wall hanging bed (we have a couple of different sizes from 15 plants to 36 plants), plus 15 succulents or herbs, and raised bed mix. We will make one together in class - then you take home the complete kit to make...
Join us for a Garden Talk on Wam Season Vegetables! Warm season vegetable gardening in Tucson is different. Time to get ready for the hot season – and yes, you can grow delicious fresh food even through the hottest part of the year. Master Gardeners have the information you need to make your best vegetable garden...
An engaging and exclusive presentation of the town of Jerome, as told by long-time local, Henry Vincent, in an outdoor setting. Featuring an overview of the geology, United Verde Copper Co. and United Verde Extension mines, and the Douglas family.
Learn about wildflowers and pollinators of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the plants of the Sonoran Desert, with a special emphasis on spring annual wildflowers. There should be an abundance of wildflowers this spring following the late fall and early...
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...
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...
Temperatures are climbing, and snakes are going to be back soon. Don’t get anxious, get educated. Join Ranger Shaun for a nerve-settling chat about rattlesnakes. Swing by the Nature Center to talk about the imminent (and annual) return of the Rattlesnakes. When temperatures start climbing this time of year, we all know snakes won’t be...
Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to some of Arizona’s amazing desert animals. We’ll look at some of the adaptations these critters use to succeed in such a hot, dry place. There will be bones and other biofacts to examine, and we’ll have some live critters that you can observe up close. If you like...
Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch 7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, United States
Join Vicky Stromee and Catherine Harold to celebrate the opening of their new photography exhibit, Walking with Kings.
POMPEII: THE EXHIBITION examines the lives of residents of Pompeii before and after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. through artifacts on loan from the Naples National Archeological...
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set while also learning about saguaros along the way. We will see the sunset, saguaros, lake views and maybe some evening critters as well. This hike will be along the Yavapai...
This 21 & over event begins with a 30-minute goodnight stroll through the Butterfly Conservatory as drowsy butterflies flutter off to sleep in the trees, followed by wine, spritzers & mocktails (2-drink tickets) and butterfly-inspired finger food refreshments served in the Café, paired nicely with an exclusive showing of the full-length hour movie, Sex, Lies...