Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
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...
Nature Play & Story Time: You, Me, and The Desert – Our Environment Wonders of the Desert invites children ages 2–5 and their caregivers to explore nature through playful, hands-on outdoor activities led by a trained educator. Each session includes engaging experiences like digging, building, and crafting, plus a themed Storytime. Families also receive a bilingual...
Executive Board meets from 9-10am, all members are welcome to attend. General Membership meets 10:30am-12pm, and typically kicks off with a speaker the first 1/2hour of the meeting. Guests are welcome to attend general meeting. WMCG merchandise available for purchase. SPEAKER & TOPIC: Flowers (Perennials)
Join us for a fascinating journey into the world of plants! This three-part series of Science Short Takes will explore how plants came to shape life on Earth, the incredible ways they reproduce and spread, and the dynamic lifecycles and partnerships that sustain ecosystems across the globe and right here in the Sonoran Desert. Each...
New this summer! Twelve light installations now on view at Garden After Dark throughout the Garden trails. This brand-new shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. All Ages
Join Ranger Derik on a hike below Pass Mountain as you explore washes and cactus forest! Follow sections of Amigos Wash, Channel, Nighthawk, and Blevins trails for 3.64 miles as the sun sets. Hikers are required to bring water and are strongly encouraged to come to the hike pre hydrated. Hikers should also bring sturdy shoes, a...
Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist on Zoom for a monthly exploration of birds, birding, and ornithology. Hummingbirds offer some interesting identification challenges, especially when it comes...