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...
It is time to harvest seeds! Join us for a celebration of native seeds!! As we strive to improve native biodiversity within the parks. Participants will learn to identify native...
Join us for a casual walk and talk through our ethnobotanical garden to learn some sharp facts about the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest flower,...
ZOO ADMISSION BOGO DEAL IS INCLUDED in the price of the Highland Cow encounter! Enjoy a full day at the zoo the day of your encounter AND receive an additional...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons,...
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...
We have open the space outside for everyone to exchange and share anything and everything for your gardens. Seeds, pots , plants and harvest. All Ages
Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger talk. Meet at the amphitheater seating are, located 100 yards from the visitor center along the loop trail. Ages 6+
Little explorers ages 5 and under will meet some friendly baby dinosaurs in this fun program. Participants can "pet, feed and interact" with realistic puppets. Program includes sensory bins, stories,...
Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts...
Bring you 4-6 year olds for an hour of bat-Tastic fun! We will read the book “The Ballad of Cactus Joe” by Clive McFarland and Lily Murray to the children,...
nterested on how to start and maintain a desert garden? Wonder no more! Visit the Chandler Sunset Library on 3rd Saturdays between 10 a.m. to Noon to chat with a Master Gardener and...
The CVCL Seed Bank is open! Join us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 11 AM to 1 PM. Each household can pick out 5 free seed...
Young Arthur is excited to celebrate his birthday. This year, he receives a very special present from his uncle—a dinosaur egg! When the egg hatches, Arthur and his pet parrot find...
Come meet Ranger Nikki and learn more about how and why our desert tortoises love the desert so much! Have you ever wondered about the tortoises that live in the...
Young Arthur is excited to celebrate his birthday. This year, he receives a very special present from his uncle—a dinosaur egg! When the egg hatches, Arthur and his pet parrot find...
Meet Ranger Jacque and our animal ambassadors at feeding time! Join us for an up-close look at some of the desert’s most fascinating creatures! Watch as our animal ambassadors- namely...
"Sense of Place": An introduction to the Central Highlands Ecoregion of Arizona - A broad look at the region's biogeography, flora and fauna, weather patterns, and the ecological forces that...
Dig into the world of dinosaurs and fossils with hands-on discovery and imagination. Kids explore like paleontologists as they examine fossils and take part in fun, interactive activities. Ages 0...
Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The...
How do we take care of rescued reptiles with medical needs? How would you take care of a tailless alligator? A three-legged lizard? Learn how our team provides special care...
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and...
Night Ops is Tucson’s premiere summer event series! Join Pima Air & Space Museum and the Tucson Military Vehicle Museum and experience both museums on select evenings with discounted admission...
Join Ranger Jacque for a special America 250 evening hike to explore the edible plants of the Sonoran Desert. We will walk along the Wagner Trail, identifying native plants that have served as vital food...
Get ready for wild summer evenings you won’t want to miss! Join us for Summer Safari Nights, presented by TMC Health, and experience the Zoo like never before—after the sun goes down...
Think you’re brave? The Desert would like a word. After dark. Ranger Shaun is here to show your appointment. There are a lot of things in the desert people are...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy-paced hike to search for scorpions and other nocturnal critters along the trails. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an easy walk to search for...
Look for scorpions and other nocturnal critters on this hike with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, spiders, owls, nightjars, mammals, and...