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You can help us save saguaros and the animals that call them home. From what? Buffelgrass and fountaingrass! These invasive grasses smother young saguaros and fuel fires that can kill both young and old saguaros alike. Most of our native plants are not adapted to fire. In contrast, buffelgrass thrives on fire. This is one...
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We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
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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 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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Ranger Derik will be available to answer questions about the native plants and animals that are found in San Tan Mountains Regional Park, as well as any other questions you have about the Sonoran Desert. A table will be set up displaying a collection of items that have been collected from around Maricopa County including...
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Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+) and...
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Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch with Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners. Designed for ages 12 and up
Free – $5
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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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Spring is in the air! What better way to bring in the new season than with a fun, spring-themed craft? Join us as we turn mason jars into butterfly terrariums! All supplies will be provided. Registration opens two weeks before event. *Note: we will be using fake butterflies for this craft.
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Join your friends at the library to plant your own succulent plant in a Smiley Face planter you get to decorate and take home. Finding the perfect name for your new plant is up to you; we’ll provide the supplies. This program is exclusively for tweens/teens 10-18. Registration required.
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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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It's springtime, so that means flowers! Join the fun as we decorate flower pots and learn all about native Arizona flowers. Registration is required. All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and/or City staff for future print and/or online publication. This project is supported...
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Desert 101 South Educational Walk at Gateway Trailhead Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy. Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours The Conservancy has a mission to help sustain the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and...
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Enjoy gardening? Do you have garden challenges you’d like to overcome? Need help with your landscape plants? Don't know what to plant or when? Want to start a vegetable garden, but don't know where to start? Join the Maricopa County Master Gardeners 2nd Saturdays from 10am-12pm at Georgia Lord library for free home garden and...
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Join us as we guide you through the awe-inspiring abundance of the Sonoran Desert. Far from barren, this vibrant landscape is home to an unparalleled variety of over 540 medicinal and edible plants. As we explore flowering shrubs and timeless trees, you’ll learn how plants like prickly-pear and jojoba have been life-giving staples for Sonoran...
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Join us as we guide you through the awe-inspiring abundance of the Sonoran Desert. Far from barren, this vibrant landscape is home to an unparalleled variety of over 540 medicinal and edible plants. As we explore flowering shrubs and timeless trees, you’ll learn how plants like prickly-pear and jojoba have been life-giving staples for Sonoran...
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Explore all things native to Arizona and the Sonoran Desert. We'll discover Arizona's unique plants and animals, their many habitats, and the resources they need to survive in the hot desert or the cool mountains. Join us for outdoor explorations, science experiments, and nature crafts. All Riparian Camps include a hike/activity in the Preserve at...
$108.00
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Join us on a camping adventure! This 4-day camp includes daytime exploration at the Museum along with a 2-night overnight experience. Throughout the week, campers will spend time outdoors learning about the amazing biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert. We’ll visit local nature areas, engage with native plants and animals, build confidence on a ropes course,...
$275 – $295
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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 us for our free docent-led tour at 2PM 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. Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215...
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Do you have a green thumb? Come into The Spot and decorate a mini flower planter for National Plant A Flower Day. Stick around to learn from a plant expert and choose from different flower seeds to grow at home. *While Supplies Last* Ages 13 - 17
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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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Ages 12 and up welcome, no registration required. Help us fill our seed packets for the seed library, hear from Master Gardeners, ask questions about your home garden, & learn about Earth Heart Park and Community Garden!
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The plant species found in the Sonoran Desert have been used by people for centuries for food, as components in religious ceremonies and as poisons for purposes both benign and diabolic. Join us with Dr. Ken Sweat PhD, ASU New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, as we discuss these Sonoran plants. From the highly...
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Get back to your desert roots with this project. Design, decoupage, paint, and glue your own cactus that can’t be killed! Transform foam eggs into adorable cactus plants. Supplies provided while they last. Ages 14-140 are welcome.
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Prescott Valley Public Library will be hosting Molds, Mildew and Fungi in partnership with Yavapai County Master Gardeners on Thursday, March 14th, 2024, from 5:30 to 6:45 pm. We are excited to welcome you to this class, where we will learn the differences between molds, mildews, and fungi. Topics covered: Basic facts Different types How...
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Wildflower Educational Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead – 31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~3 miles Time: ~3 hours Come celebrate spring in the desert and experience the Preserve dressed in its most beautiful colors. Join our knowledgeable stewards on this hike to discover the incredible...
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Join Ms. Jasmine every 3rd Friday of the month at 02:00pm. Learn through Hydroponic activities and explore art of mindfulness with meditation. LIMITED AVAILABILITY REGISTRATION REQUIRED To promote Health & Well-Being in Teens, ages 11-17, through Meditation and Hydroponics. Investigate plants in depth through Science, Technology, Art, and Math. As well as explore the art...
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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Wildflower Hike
Learn about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem and its unique plants and animals during this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the flora, fauna, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert on this 3.4-mile loop hike of Blevins, Meridian, and Amigos Wash Trails. The trails are rated easy...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Wildflower Walk – Session 1
Join Ranger Nikki to search for and learn about wildflowers and flowering shrubs. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an easy to moderate terrain 2-mile walk to learn about common spring wildflowers and flowering shrubs. Possible sightings include fiddleneck, poppies, lupine, scorpionweed, brittlebush, globemallow and more! You can also learn how to document your findings...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Wildflower Walk – Session 2
Join Ranger Nikki to search for and learn about wildflowers and flowering shrubs. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an easy to moderate terrain 2-mile walk to learn about common spring wildflowers and flowering shrubs. Possible sightings include fiddleneck, poppies, lupine, scorpionweed, brittlebush, globemallow and more! You can also learn how to document your findings...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Ask a Ranger!
Got questions about the Sonoran Desert or the things that live there? Ask Ranger Kevin! Come to the Nature Center and meet Ranger Kevin from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Bring your burning desert questions! Try to stump the Ranger! Impress your friends and enemies alike with your new-found knowledge! We’ll also have a table full of interesting...
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Invasive species are among the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, and increase wildfire occurrences and magnitude. Desert Defenders is a citizen science...
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Wildflower Educational Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Easy Distance: ~1 mile Time: ~2 hours Come celebrate spring in the desert and experience the Preserve dressed in its most beautiful colors. Join us on this easy walk to discover the incredible...
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University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. If you have been wondering how to start and maintain your desert garden, wonder no more! Visit the Chandler Sunset Library on 3rd Saturdays between 10 a.m. to Noon to chat with a Master Gardener and...
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Desert Surfaces Educational Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead What really covers the desert – little organisms can make a big difference! Some of the most common sights in the desert – and indeed the living things that probably cover more of the desert than any single kind of plant – are lichen, desert varnish, and...
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Explore all things native to Arizona and the Sonoran Desert. We'll discover Arizona's unique plants and animals, their many habitats, and the resources they need to survive in the hot desert or the cool mountains. Join us for outdoor explorations, science experiments, and nature crafts. All Riparian Camps include a hike/activity in the Preserve at...
$108.00
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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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Phenology: Introduction to Plant Phenology Educational Walk at Gateway Trailhead Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy. Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours This leisurely walk along the Gateway Bajada Trail will introduce the study of the phases of plant reproduction, how and why the data are collected, and how...
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Join a group of tweens every third Wednesday of the month at 3:00pm for the after school gardening club. We'll be learning how to grow plants, compost, and care for our very own library garden. *Please contact the children's department with any needs or considerations that we can prepare for or be aware of to...
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Use Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) to learn more about the natural world. For children, ages 8-12. Register online, at the Youth Desk, or call 928.777.1537. Presented with funding from the Friends of the Prescott Public Library. Outdoors Explorers meets rain or shine.
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Learn about vermicomposting, the wonderful world of worms! Vermicomposting is easy, good for your soil and ultimately good for your plants. Come away with ideas on: Why worms? and vermiculture basics, worm habitats, and using worm byproducts. With Yavapai County Master Gardener Laurin Pause. The Gardening Talks series is available thanks to a partnership with...
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Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation: Anza Trail Hike at Historic Canoa Ranch [#13324]
Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation: Anza Trail Hike at Historic Canoa Ranch [#13324]
Explore a 2-to-3-mile section of the Anza Trail during an easy, level interpretive hike. Learn about the cultural and natural history of the Santa Cruz Valley. Travel on the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail to the area of La Canoa where the expedition to found San Francisco camped after leaving Tubac Presidio in...
Free – $5
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Cienega Creek Natural Preserve offers a unique opportunity to explore a perennial stream flow in southern Arizona. The consistent water of the creek supports a lush riparian habitat that is home to an abundance of vegetation and wildlife. Archaeological evidence suggests that Archaic and Hohokam cultures relied on the Creek as an important resource for...
Free – $5
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Wildflower Educational Walk at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead Location: Tom’s Thumb Trailhead – 23015 N 128th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255 Skill level: Easy Distance: ~1 mile Time: ~2 hours Come celebrate spring in the desert and experience the Preserve dressed in its most beautiful colors. Join us on this easy walk to discover the incredible variety...
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Secrets of the Preserve Educational Walk at Fraesfield Trailhead Location: Fraesfield Trailhead – 13400 E Rio Verde Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours Ready to discover more about what is in the Preserve? This is an experience for you! Join us to explore the Preserve’s hidden treasures, from the plants and...
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Take a guided stroll along the Chuck Huckelberry Loop to see a desert river brought back to life. Learn about the ecology and history of the Santa Cruz – its ups and downs – and how this once-dry portion flows again thanks to recycled water. Along the way, we’ll keep our eyes out for water-loving...
Free – $5
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Your child will discover how to grow, care for gardens and learn about the insects that pollinate plants. We will be doing different activities and using different tools to create their own magical mini garden. Parents must stay on premises during program. Age at least 3 yrs but less than 6 yrs Mar 26, 2024...
$10.00
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Join us for our free docent-led tour at 2PM 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. Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215...
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Wildflower Educational Hike at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead Location: Tom’s Thumb Trailhead – 23015 N 128th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~4 miles Time: ~3.5 hours Come celebrate spring in the desert and experience the Preserve dressed in its most beautiful colors. Join our knowledgeable stewards on this hike to discover the incredible...
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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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Flight for the Future Conservation Speaker Series Butterfly Wonderland is excited to bring passionate people doing interesting work in the field of conservation to share their insights and projects with the community. Each event in the series includes admission to the featured speaker’s lecture and Q&A session. Price: $15 Adults, $10 for Students with ID (must...
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Desert 101 North Educational Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours The Conservancy...
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