Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Hike
Join Ranger Eric for an early morning hike to look for and learn about resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran Desert before the day heats up! We will meet...
Free with Park Fee
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Field Sciences
Events for September 11, 2026
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Morning Meander
Start from the Visitor Center and take a leisurely stroll through the Preserve. We’ll walk the majority of the trails in the park, pausing to observe wildlife, listen for birdsongs,...
Free with Park Fee
Yavapai College: Explore Yavapai County – The Northern Bradshaws
The Northern Bradshaw Mountains overlooking Prescott are the highest range in Yavapai County, peaking out near 8,000 feet. We’ll explore south through this region on the old Senator Highway as...
$185
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: CAPYBARA ENCOUNTER
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to...
$79
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: PENGUIN ENCOUNTER
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of...
$89
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Ranger Walk at the Pollinator Garden
Join Ranger Eric to walk through our pollinator garden and look for insect and bird pollinators at the native plants there, as well as discuss the importance of pollinators to...
Free with Park Fee
Tucson Botanical Gardens: Dragonflies and Damselflies
Dragonflies and damselflies are remarkable creature that can be found in most freshwater habitats from backyard ponds to raging mountain torrents. They are predators throughout their lives, first as nymphs...
$29 – $36
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SEA LION ENCOUNTER
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to...
$89
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SLOTH ENCOUNTER
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care...
$69
The University of Arizona: Garden Discovery Days
This class connects you and your child to the garden through hands-on activities, where you’ll learn where food comes from, explore nature, and create fun nature-inspired crafts. Ages 0 -...
Free
The University of Arizona: Ask the Master Gardener
Have gardening questions? Join us for an engaging hour with a panel of Pima County Master Gardeners ready to help. Bring your toughest garden challenges, and our experts will answer...
Free
Museum of Northern Arizona: Behind-the-Scenes Easton Collection Center Tour
Take a rare behind-the-scenes tour of our Easton Collection Center. Explore cultural artifacts, natural specimens, and breathtaking art. Learn how the collections are cared for and used in a marvel of environmentally friendly and culturally informed architecture. Each tour is limited to 14 people for a truly personal experience. Tour fee: $15 for museum members,...
$15 – $20
Arizona Science Center: Worlds Beyond Earth
Narrated by Academy Award-winner Lupita Nyong’o, Worlds Beyond Earth tells the story of the surprisingly dynamic worlds that orbit our Sun. Based on authentic scientific data from groundbreaking space missions, Worlds Beyond...
$7 – $14
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at Casa de San Pedro B&B
Hummingbird banding sessions at Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast are open to members of SABO and guests of the B&B at no charge, though donations are appreciated. Only...
Free
Arizona Science Center: The Psychedelic Mixtape – The Visionary Experience
In The Psychedelic Mixtape: The Visionary Experience, renowned DJ, artist, and founder of Fascinated by Everything Chris Holmes weaves an immersive fusion of light, nature, and iconic tracks from musicians like David Bowie, Radiohead, and Juliana Barwick into an experience beyond space and time. Step into a realm of transcendent unity. Ignite your sense of awe...
$7 – $14
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Sunset Hike
Take a 2 mile loop hike along the Metate and Spur Cross trails with Ranger Jacque. Along the way, we will explore why the Sonoran Desert ranks as one of...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Saguaros in Sunset
Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sunset while also learning about saguaros along the way. We will see the sunset, saguaros, saguaro blossoms, and maybe some evening...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari
Discover the mysterious world of scorpions on this Scorpion Safari! The adventure begins at the covered picnic tables, where there are portapotties but no water fountains. We will start with...
Free with Park Fee