Near the northern edge of the great field of volcanos that surrounds Williams and Flagstaff is an otherwise average cinder cone, about 1,000 feet tall, called Red Mountain. What makes this little mountain unique is how erosion has carved a spectacular amphitheater out of the heart of this extinct volcano, creating a magical landscape of...
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 feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
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 the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
The class will be all about bringing your roses back to life after a long hot Tucson summer! Terry Swartz, consulting rosarian, will demonstrate fall pruning techniques for re-starting new growth just in time for the November blooming season. He will also give you a fertilizing guide to help your roses to have their best...
Nature Play & Story Time: Lizards – The Original Sunbathers Families will observe and pretend to be desert lizards, learning how they move, stay cool, and hide in their environment. Through playing games and activities, children build body awareness, practice observation skills, and discover how lizards survive in the desert.
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 care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
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 team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
You will learn the process of making a small sculpture/montage from bits of nature and trinkets, honoring the shapes and colors of our bountiful Sonoran Desert. Collect dried seed pods, twigs, stalks, and flowers beforehand. Other supplies will be provided. No skills necessary.
Join the Read Runner at Greenfield Park for a wild adventure with the Arizona Fish and Wildlife team! Discover the amazing animals that call Arizona home as wildlife experts share fascinating facts about native mammals, reptiles, birds, and other desert creatures. Learn how these animals survive in our unique environment, what makes them special, and...
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 them live. It’s an interactive, lively session—come curious and see if you can stump the Master Gardeners! This class will be live on Zoom. You must...
September is Parks for Pollinators month and we are celebrating at the Riparian Preserve! This Pollinator Gardens 101 class will teach you all the basics to start the pollinator garden of your dreams. You will learn about the importance of pollinator habitat, plant and site selection, and more. You will even get to take home...
Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, spiders, owls, nightjars, mammals, and other nocturnal wildlife while hiking along the Dragonfly Trail at Jewel of the Creek Preserve and Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. The hike will be about 1 mile roundtrip on moderate grade, with frequently rocky and uneven surfaces....