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The insect season really gets going in April. Join us as we visit the ponds and flowers of Agua Caliente Park in search of butterflies and dragonflies, the stars of the insect world.
Free
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The San Pedro River, a narrow green oasis rippling through desert grassland, is one of the last wild rivers in the Southwest and one of the most endangered. These 3-hour guided walks through desert grassland and among towering cottonwood trees will introduce you to the birds and other wildlife that make their homes in the...
$15 – $20
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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...
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Join the Botany staff for a walk and lesson on identifying dozens of local canyon shrubs, forbes and, if we have good rains, wildflowers. You will learn about plant adaptations to living in a dry environment. We will follow a sandy wash up a canyon near the Museum. There are a few places where we...
$45 – $50
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are... |
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Join curator Hank Hassell for a free tour of the “Images of a Lost World” exhibit in Special Collections and Archives. This mile-by-mile journey through fabled Glen Canyon features stunning photographs from the archives that illuminate the spectacular scenery, history and archaeology of a lost but never-to-be-forgotten world. Can’t make it in person? Tour the... |
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The San Pedro River, a narrow green oasis rippling through desert grassland, is one of the last wild rivers in the Southwest and one of the most endangered. These 3-hour guided walks through desert grassland and among towering cottonwood trees will introduce you to the birds and other wildlife that make their homes in the...
$15 – $20
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Head to Blackrock trail for a late evening walk through the desert! We’ll use our flashlights and blacklights to search for scorpions, spiders, and other critters along the trail, enjoy the dark and quiet of the desert night, and maybe even catch a glimpse of some of our more elusive desert dwellers! This is a...
Free with Park Fee
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3 events,
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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Bask in the glorious Arizona sunset while strolling on Merkle Trail with Ranger Jacque on this approachable, aesthetic walk. This approachable walk is on a one-mile loop on barrier-free gravel terrain with little elevation gain. We go at a comfortable, strolling pace, pausing at a few stops along the way to discover what makes the...
Free with Park Fee
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Search for scorpions out on the trails with your black lights on this family-friendly and fun nighttime safari! Summer is here and so are our scorpion friends. We’ll be on the lookout for our Sonoran species, and whoever finds the Giant Desert Hairy scorpion wins! This fun program starts with a brief overview of scorpions...
Free with Park Fee
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2 events,
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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Plants have been used as medicine for hundreds, if not thousands of years. They are part of the history and lore of almost every society on earth. Join us to learn how these plants—from the Sonoran Desert and elsewhere--have been traditionally used to treat different ailments and other conditions. Tours start at the University of...
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1 event,
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The San Pedro River, a narrow green oasis rippling through desert grassland, is one of the last wild rivers in the Southwest and one of the most endangered. These 3-hour guided walks through desert grassland and among towering cottonwood trees will introduce you to the birds and other wildlife that make their homes in the...
$15 – $20
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2 events,
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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Would you like to view the next generation sequencing technology and biomedical research laboratories where TGen scientists unlock the mysteries of cancer, diabetes, rare and neurological disease? Sign up to schedule a tour with a member of our Education and Outreach team to experience the wonders and promise of biomedical research. TGen welcomes public, senior, school...
Free
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Join Ranger Derik on an exciting morning hike through the park as you learn about the many cacti that call the Sonoran Desert home. The hike will cover 2.6 miles on the Blevins trail. This hike is rated as easy, plan to walk on rocky and sandy trail. It is encouraged that you water supportive...
Free with Park Fee
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2 events,
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The San Pedro River, a narrow green oasis rippling through desert grassland, is one of the last wild rivers in the Southwest and one of the most endangered. These 3-hour guided walks through desert grassland and among towering cottonwood trees will introduce you to the birds and other wildlife that make their homes in the...
$15 – $20
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Join our Gilbert Park Rangers for a moonlit 1-mile hike through the Riparian Preserve! We will start the night at the Dragonfly Ramada for a short presentation with a hike to follow. This is a great opportunity to experience sights and sounds of the desert at night! Please bring a blacklight and water. No pets,...
Free
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Join Ranger Derik on an easy to moderate terrain 2.2-mile hike to learn about and look for flowers and fruit of various cacti including saguaros, barrels, prickly pears, cholla and hedgehogs. Bring plenty of water and wear closed toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature Center, near our...
Free with Park Fee
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Meet in the lobby at Liberty Wildlife for a departure of 8:30 Will return about 9:30am Nature Walk is free. If you chose to stay for open hours, we ask that you go to the lobby and pay your admission (Open Hours 10am until 1pm)
Free
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are... |
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Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran Desert on this easy to moderate hike. Along the way, we will discuss basic bird identification, ecology of the Sonoran Desert, and how birds are adapted to this arid environment. We will meet at the Area 2 Bajada...
Free with Park Fee
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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What makes the Old Main building so important? It’s the first building on the University of Arizona campus and has been a place of education and learning for over 130 years. But it’s also the site of beautiful and water-wise landscaping, combining the best of desert and adapted trees and plants with water conservation practices...
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1 event,
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The San Pedro River, a narrow green oasis rippling through desert grassland, is one of the last wild rivers in the Southwest and one of the most endangered. These 3-hour guided walks through desert grassland and among towering cottonwood trees will introduce you to the birds and other wildlife that make their homes in the...
$15 – $20
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3 events,
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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Join Ranger Shaun for a morning hike along Tortoise trail to learn about some of the relationships in the Sonoran Desert. Ranger Shaun in taking a morning hike to see what's going on in the desert this morning. Come along for this 1.4-mile round trip barrier free hike to talk about the relationships in the...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike on the Preserve trails to look for and learn about reptiles of Sonoran Desert riparian woodlands. Along the way, we will discuss identification, ecology, and safety around venomous reptiles. We will hike at least 1 mile on mostly flat, but sometimes sandy or uneven terrain. Please wear protective...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Shaun on an evening hike on the Wild Burro Trail. Wild Burro is an easy rated trail, though low visibility may increase the difficulty. 2-miles from one end to the other. Please bring water and dress appropriately. Feel free to bring whatever hiking gear makes you comfortable. Flashlights and blacklights strongly encouraged....
Free with Park Fee
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3 events,
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The San Pedro River, a narrow green oasis rippling through desert grassland, is one of the last wild rivers in the Southwest and one of the most endangered. These 3-hour guided walks through desert grassland and among towering cottonwood trees will introduce you to the birds and other wildlife that make their homes in the...
$15 – $20
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Get ready to sweat on this moderately challenging route featuring panoramic vistas and a variety of desert flora. Come join Ranger Jacque for this beautiful 7.5-mile hike! This hike will be a long, but very rewarding hike with elevation gain of 731 feet and rocky terrain. Please bring plenty of water, close-toed shoes, snacks, sunscreen,...
Free with Park Fee
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Hike the Dragonfly Trail with Ranger Derik to learn about the many plants that can be eaten in the desert and about the native peoples that first harvested them. We will hike 2 miles on the Dragonfly Trail starting at Jewel of the Creek Trailhead. The trail is rated as easy and will have sandy,...
Free with Park Fee
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1 event,
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are... |
2 events,
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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Enjoy both the Arizona sunset as it gives way to the moonlit darkness on this beautiful evening hike. This two-mile hike starts on the Noso trail, through Blevins and Crismon Wash trails, looping back to the start location. Terrain features include firm gravel sections of trail, sandy wash sections, and an elevation difference of just...
Free with Park Fee
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1 event,
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The San Pedro River, a narrow green oasis rippling through desert grassland, is one of the last wild rivers in the Southwest and one of the most endangered. These 3-hour guided walks through desert grassland and among towering cottonwood trees will introduce you to the birds and other wildlife that make their homes in the...
$15 – $20
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3 events,
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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Discover the magic and majesty of the full moon rising over the desert landscape, following the famous Arizona sunset draping over the mountains. This two-mile hike starts on the Noso trail, through Blevins and Crismon Wash trails, looping back to the start location. Terrain features include firm gravel sections of trail, sandy wash sections, and...
Free with Park Fee
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The full moon’s tomorrow, but who’s counting? Join Ranger Shaun for a peaceful walk down Metate Trail under the moon. Depending on recent weather, we may be able to see wildlife if we’re lucky. Flashlights and blacklights encouraged. Please bring plenty of water. Metate is an easy rated trail though the difficulty may be slightly...
Free with Park Fee
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Ranger Nikki leads this hike to watch the sun set behind the mountains and the full moon rise to the east. We will listen for coyote and owl calls and watch for bat silhouettes against the dimly lit sky. Bring your blacklight and regular flashlight to look for other evening critters. The route uses Moonlight...
Free with Park Fee
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We’ll cover birding basics, from tools and equipment to bird identification tips and strategies. Trails are rated easy, although thick sand is possible in some stretches. Don’t worry if you don’t have binoculars; the Ranger will have some to borrow. Please wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and bring plenty of water. Hats and sunscreen are highly...
Free with Park Fee
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1 event,
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The San Pedro River, a narrow green oasis rippling through desert grassland, is one of the last wild rivers in the Southwest and one of the most endangered. These 3-hour guided walks through desert grassland and among towering cottonwood trees will introduce you to the birds and other wildlife that make their homes in the...
$15 – $20
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Join Mr. Joe Ford for a guided bird walk at beautiful White Tank Mountain Regional Park. Please dress accordingly for a short hike. We highly encourage all guests to pack plenty of water and a snack. We will be meeting at 6:30 on the South Patio behind the Nature Center. A presentation will follow the hike...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Jacque for a guided hike to learn about plants and living systems on the trail. We will hike 2.9 miles on the North Trail loop, rated as easy, but with some uneven or sandy surfaces. Please dress appropriately, wear sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and bring plenty of water. Restrooms are available just north of...
Free with Park Fee
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Join us for an uplifting walk guided by a butterfly expert, and marvel at our resident butterflies’ intricate beauty and divine grace. Blessed with abundant vegetation and life-giving waterways, the Arboretum is a sacred haven for these winged wonders, especially in the transformative seasons of Spring, late Summer, and early Fall. Walks are subject to...
Free with Admission
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Ranger Nikki will lead you on a hike to look for birds, mammals, insects and reptiles as they start their day. Possibilities include jackrabbits, coyotes, lizards, snakes, butterflies and more! The route uses Butterfield, Dysart and Coldwater Trails to make a 3.5-mile loop. The trail surface ranges from smooth and level to uneven with small...
Free with Park Fee
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are... |
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Join park volunteers Jim & Judy Taylor on the back patio of the nature center for a meetup to observe and identify Sonoran Desert birds species at our feeders! We will also take a short, easy trail walk to see what else we can identify. Please bring plenty of water, binoculars (some will be available...
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Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
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Ranger Nikki will lead you on an out-and-back walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions. We will also be on the lookout for other nocturnal critters such as bats, owls, tarantulas and more. The route follows Pemberton Trail to the pond and returns the same way, for 2.5 miles total out-and-back. The...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Kevin for a 2.4-mile hike on the Cottonwood trail amidst the desert’s late spring beauty. The trail is rated easy-moderate, which means there may be stretches of loose rock, uneven terrain and elevation change. While out on the trail, we will learn about the ongoing project to catalog the Sonoran Desert’s amazing saguaro...
Free with Park Fee
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3 events,
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Get ready to sweat on this moderately challenging route featuring panoramic vistas and a variety of desert flora. Come join Ranger Jacque for this beautiful 7.5-mile hike! This hike will be a long, but very rewarding hike with elevation gain of 731 feet and rocky terrain. Please bring plenty of water, close-toed shoes, snacks, sunscreen,...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Eric for a late afternoon hike along the Slate and Flume Trails to look for reptiles of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way, we will discuss identification tips, their ecological roles, and safety around venomous animals. We will hike 1-3 miles roundtrip (depending on heat and interest) on easy grade, but occasionally rocky...
Free with Park Fee
Join Ranger Nikki on a moderate early morning hike to enjoy flowering saguaros and other cacti. Ranger Nikki will lead you on a hike to learn about saguaros and enjoy their blooms, with a stop along the way to visit the park’s superstar cactus, the crested saguaro. We will also talk about prickly pear, barrel,...
Free with Park Fee
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