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 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 Area 4 Parking Lot. The goal is to remove invasive plants as...
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...
Join our resident Medicinal Herb expert as we share tips for maintaining annual & perennial medicinal herbs and flowers in the low desert. We'll cover a variety of medicinal plants,...
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...
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...
Want the best part of the flower experience without the garden? Come harvest from ours! We have lots of Spring and Winter flowers ready to be picked.. Come wander in our food forest and gardens and cut flowers for your home. Then head to our Education Center and learn how to cut and place flowers...
Join skilled storytellers for a cup of coffee and candid conversation that entertains, educates, and encourages a sense of wonder about science and the natural world around us. This speaker series hosts guest lecturers and light refreshments. Join Derek Gerson, Chandler Nature Center Supervisor and native plant expert, for an engaging look into the wildflowers...
Come learn to harvest seeds - and take home a starter set for your next year's garden. This class will show you how to harvest seeds from this year's crop...
Once a sign of affluence in Phoenix, palm trees are everywhere. Join Certified Master Gardener Michael Eichstadt to learn more about palm tree selection and care. You’ll even get a...
Through this interactive, hands-on program your child will experience a snapshot of a day in the life of a Zoo Keeper. Travel behind-the-scenes to the Zoo’s kitchen to learn what the animals at the Zoo eat and watch a training demonstration with an animal ambassador. Creating an enrichment puzzle for an animal and visiting the...
Come out to the Outdoor Expo The largest hands-on outdoor expo in Arizona is at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix. Free Event & Free Parking Saturday & Sunday,...
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....
Celebrate the energy of the Spring Equinox! Join us in creating your own pressed-plant artwork that you will take home, as well as learn how to press your own flowers. All materials provided. The TBG Horticultural Therapy Department is launching a pilot program for Tucson-area healthcare workers and caregivers. This monthly workshop focuses on supporting...
How can we have a lush but water-wise garden in the middle of a densely populated city? Join us at the Environment and Natural Resources 2 Building (ENR2), a LEED...
Come and meet some very realistic dinosaurs from Dino Crew Entertainment! They will be hanging out in the Atrium, taking photos, and interacting with guests. Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission.
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...
This class is for those that have already taken our basic gardening class or have at least 1 year of gardening experience. In this advanced course, we will dive into growing heirloom varieties, trellising, pruning techniques, pest control/mitigation, companion planting, in ground growing, ways to improve in areas of past failure and more! Includes: 1/2...
Learn what conditions are necessary to produce a self-sustaining terrarium! Supplies limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
Join a ranger lead walk at the Homolovi II Ancestral Hopi Pueblo. Homolovi II is one of four pueblos in the Homolovi cluster recorded by Jesse Walter Fewkes from the Smithsonian in 1896. Homolovi II is the largest of the ancestral Hopi pueblos having over 1000 estimated rooms and 47 kivas. This 0.4 mile walk...
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,...
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!...
Science is dynamic, fun, hands-on, visual, and exciting. Join us for two hours of non-stop science fun at the Arizona Museum of Natural History! See fascinating scientific experiments and participate...
Learn the basics to help you start seeds at high elevation! Tina Gustafson, Northern Arizona Master Gardener and owner of Elevated Gardening, will teach you all you need to know...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
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
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...
Aprende cuáles son las condiciones necesarias para mantener un terrario autosustentable. Los materiales son limitados y se entregarán por orden de llegada.
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...
Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea” as you embark on an oceanic safari of the world’s most vibrant— and endangered—marine ecosystems. Narrated by Tony Award® winner Lea...
Join Ranger Olivia to talk about venomous creatures such as rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, scorpions, tarantulas, or any other desert dwellers you may encounter. Drop on by for this unstructured, informal...
Aprende cuáles son las condiciones necesarias para mantener un terrario autosustentable. Los materiales son limitados y se entregarán por orden de llegada. Programa para adultos 18+
Look for desert wildflowers and learn about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem during this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about wildflowers and other...
Wine Gone Wild is back and wilder than ever! Join us for an evening of incredible local wines, spirits, live music, animal encounters, spa zone and more! This party with a purpose supports...