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Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources: Birding Maeveen Behan

Maeveen Behan Desert Sanctuary 9101 N. Thornydale Rd., Tucson

Join a Pima County Naturalist for a guided nature trek at Maeveen Behan Desert Sanctuary Bird a patch of Sonoran Desert habitat preserved to protect the habitat of wildlife species...

$5

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Venom in the Preserve – Educational Walk

McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Brown’s Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Rd., Scottsdale

Some reptiles and arthropods in the Sonoran Desert use venom or other poisons to defend themselves or subdue their prey. Learn how to recognize these animals that bite and sting...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Morning Meander

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Take a leisurely hike down the easy rated North Loop Trail. This is a 2.9-mile loop we’ll be doing as we look for desert critters and discuss some of the...

Free with Park Fee

Pima County Parenting Coalition: Garden Discovery Days

Pima County Cooperative Extension Office in Green Valley 530 E. Whitehouse Canyon Rd., Green Valley

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

Desert Foothills Land Trust: Bird Walk at Saguaro Hill

Desert Foothills Library 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek

Come explore the birds of the Sonoran Desert with us! Whether you're just getting acquainted with our feathered friends or are a seasoned birdwatcher, everyone is welcome. Meet on the...

Free

Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Golf Cart Tour

Boyce Thompson Arboretum 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior

Explore the arboretum with our Docents on a golf cart tour! We invite you to join us for an hour long cart ride to some of our most scenic spots...

Desert Foothills Library: Winged Wonders – A Bird Walk and More!

Desert Foothills Library 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek

Come explore the birds of the Sonoran Desert with us! Whether you're just getting acquainted with our feathered friends or are a seasoned birdwatcher, everyone is welcome. Meet on the...

Free

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: CAPYBARA ENCOUNTER

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park

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...

$84.60

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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,...

Free – $25

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SEA LION ENCOUNTER

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park

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...

$94.95

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SLOTH ENCOUNTER

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park

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...

$74.25

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Venomous Creatures! Come talk with Ranger Shaun about the crazy collection of biting, stinging, pinching, spraying, stinking, blistering, and otherwise generally noxious critters of the Sonoran Desert! You might even...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Mammal Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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...

$350

Water Use It Wisely: Gilbert – Hummingbird & Butterfly Gardens

MCLDAZ - Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Road, Gilbert

Residential landscapes can be great wildlife habitat. If you are interested in beautiful blooms that attract hummingbirds and butterflies, this class is for you. We’ll explore the numerous options for...