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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 - 5
Free
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What makes a tree the best choice for your landscape? There are many factors to consider when selecting a tree: lifespan, shade, form, evergreen, flowers, etc. Learn about many underappreciated tree varieties, and how to plant and care for your special tree. Presented by Pima County Master Gardeners from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension...
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All cacti are succulents, but not all succulents are cacti! Succulents come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors – perfect for desert landscapes. Our desert horticulture expert will share varieties of succulents and cacti that can be star features in your landscape. Register HERE
Free
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Master Gardener volunteers from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension will be available to answer your desert gardening questions, including but not limited to plant selection, irrigation, fertilization, pruning techniques, pest management and problem diagnosis. You can bring plant material or insect specimens for ID and advice. Ages 18+
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Join us at the Wilhoit Public Library for our monthly Gardening club meetup! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this is a great place to sharre tups swap seeds, connect with fellow plant lovers. Each month we discuss seasonal gardening topics troubleshoot plant problems, and enjoy good company. Ages 18+
Free
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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 - 5
Free
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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 a colorful yard that is also water thrifty. Register HERE |
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Learn about the Sonoran Desert in this special area that showcases not only the “greatest hits” of a desert habitat but also life that is unique to a riparian environment. Learn about cacti, legume trees, cottonwoods, willows, birds, insects, reptiles and more. We will walk from the parking lot to Dragonfly Trail and explore the...
Free with Park Fee
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It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the...
Free with Park Fee
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Register for a FREE guided tour of one of seven different collections of trees and plants in the Campus Arboretum. Led by Pima County Master Gardeners, the tours provide in-depth education, information and the opportunity to get all your questions answered. How can we have a lush but water-wise garden in the middle of a densely populated...
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The Arizona Worm Farm growing staff will teach the basics of organic brassica growing and give you a gift package to get you started! Topics will include: Choosing the Right Varieties Sun and Temperature Requirements Soil Preparation Succession plantings Watering, Fertilizing, and Pruning (especially Brussels Sprouts) Class includes a gift pack: 1/2 gallon box of...
$35
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It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the...
Free with Park Fee
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It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! Desert Defenders – Seed Toss Events It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards...
Free with Park Fee
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Register for a FREE guided tour of one of seven different collections of trees and plants in the Campus Arboretum. Led by Pima County Master Gardeners, the tours provide in-depth education, information...
Free
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Join us at Mission Garden for our wonderful “Curator talks with Dena” Sunday November 1st, 10 - 11am Our curator talks will always discuss a different topic relevant to the...
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Want to harvest fresh, juicy fruit right from your backyard? Join Steve Miller of Urban Orchard and Farming on his and his wife Sandi's orchard to learn everything you need...
$15
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Join us for a stroll around Canoa Lake at Historic Canoa Ranch to discover the seasonal rhythm of the desert. Phenology is nature’s calendar – the timing of annual life-cycle...
Free
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This Week’s Book: The Seed and the Giant Saguaro This Week’s Activity: Seed Planting Garden Story Time is back! Join us every Wednesday morning at 10:00 am in the Education Classroom for an interactive story session. Our weekly hour together features a mix of nature-themed stories, sensory activities, and crafts. Held rain or shine. Kids...
Free with Admission
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Join the Yavapai County Master Gardeners to learn how passive Kratky hydroponics systems use simple water reservoirs and mineral nutrient solutions to grow fresh herbs and leafy greens without any soil, pumps, or electricity. You will learn: ⇒ What the Kratky method is ⇒ Setting up a DIY Kratky system ⇒ Maintaining the system ⇒...
Free
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Experience wonders aboard the luxurious Verde Canyon Railroad. During this four-hour narrated ride, learn about the local history, culture, and charm of iconic landscapes, including rare high-desert riparian habitats, red-rock buttes, and ancient ruins. The excursion stops for lunch and dinner; meals are at your own expense. Activity Level: Easiest Distance: Varies | Elevation Change:...
$196 – $265
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Paint the bright and vivid colors of autumn for a cheerful reminder of the coming cooler weather. Make them fanciful or bring pictures to follow. No experience necessary. All materials are provided by the artist. Tiles are ready to hang when painting is finished. Each tile is approximately 4” by 7”. Feel free to wear or bring an...
$52 – $65
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Whether you’re new to desert gardening, returning for the winter season, or still trying to solve problems with your pots, this class will help you plan and plant winter containers with more confidence. Marylee will cover the basics: pot size, placement, soil, watering, drainage, and familiar winter flowers. You’ll leave with practical ideas for creating...
$29 – $36
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Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the natural history of Tucson Mountain Park. Hike among saguaros to get a closer look at the interesting and diverse flora and fauna that helps make the Sonoran Desert so unique. This will be a 2-3 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles...
$5
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It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the...
Free with Park Fee
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Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch. Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go...
Free
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Join us for a guided walk through Mission Garden’s Michael Moore Medicinal Garden and discover the many ways plants have been valued for their medicinal properties and healing traditions. Led by a volunteer herbalist, this walk offers an opportunity to learn about the medicinal significance of plants growing throughout the garden, their traditional uses, and...
$10
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It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! Desert Defenders – Seed Toss Events It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike as we look at and learn about the plants and ecology of the Sonoran Desert, including our desert’s iconic saguaros and other cacti. We will hike an easy-rated 1.3-mile loop of the Littleleaf Trail and a bit of the Goldmine Trail from the Nature Center. Trails are dirt...
Free with Park Fee
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4 events,
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Join us for a stroll along the ADA Accessible trails of Feliz Paseos to discover the seasonal rhythm of the desert. Phenology is nature’s calendar – the timing of annual life-cycle events that are influenced by climate and weather, like blooming, migration, and nesting. We’ll stroll along level, paved paths to gather data on seasonal...
Free
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It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! Desert Defenders – Seed Toss Events It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards...
Free with Park Fee
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Register for a FREE guided tour of one of seven different collections of trees and plants in the Campus Arboretum. Led by Pima County Master Gardeners, the tours provide in-depth education, information and the opportunity to get all your questions answered. Most tours start at the Berger Memorial Fountain on the west side of the Old Main...
Free
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Join our monthly meet up to expand your herbal knowledge! Each month we will deep dive into the uses of one herb. We will enjoy a cup of tea and work together to create a monograph - if you don't know what this is yet no worries, this meet up is great for beginners! You...
Free
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Join skilled storytellers for a cup of coffee and candid conversation that entertains, educates, and encourages a sense of wonder about science and the natural world around us. The speaker series hosts guest lecturers and light refreshments. Insect populations are declining globally at a rapid rate. Natalie Melkonoff, Plant and Insect Ecology Program Manager at...
Free
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In this beginner-level workshop, students will make their own 3×3″ beveled Triangular Pressed Flower suncatcher using flowers from my garden. The workshop will cover the following: Flower Selection Background color selection using pre-cut glass Glass cleaning Creating your design with a 3×3″ triangle bevel front Sanding corners of background glass Tacking down flowers Wrapping the piece...
$68 – $85
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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 soil crust. These organisms actually have much in...
Free
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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 - 5
Free
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Join Ranger Jacque for a guided morning hike to explore the edible plants of the Sonoran Desert. We will walk along the Wagner Trail, identifying native plants that have served as vital food and medicinal sources for generations of inhabitants. This 2.2-mile loop is rated easy, featuring gravelly terrain and 124 ft elevation change. Please...
Free with Park Fee
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Explore a variety of seed harvesting and processing techniques and tools. We will clean and process many kinds of seeds. We will learn about the importance of saving seeds in our communities for food sovereignty, genetic diversity and cultural reasons. Participants will take home seeds of each variety to plant in their own gardens. Ages...
$29 – $36
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A beautiful desert landscape doesn’t have to require constant work. In this presentation, you’ll learn how to create an attractive, low-maintenance garden that thrives in our desert climate while reducing the time spent on routine care. Discover dependable, easy-care plants that provide year-round beauty, along with practical strategies for plant selection, placement, watering, pruning, and...
$29 – $36
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The hike will cover 3 miles along sandy wash under towering cliff walls. Along the hike you will see unique flora and fauna and a sky full of stars after the sun sets. Hikers will need water, flashlight, and proper shoes. Hiking poles can be helpful especially in the deeper sand found in the wash....
Free with Park Fee
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The hike will cover 2.5 miles at a slow leisurely pace with frequent stops to talk about plants, animals, history, and native peoples that called the region home. This hike will be in full sun. hikers should come prepared with sturdy shoes, protective clothes, sunscreen, and plenty of water. Hiking poles can be helpful in...
Free with Park Fee
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Take a global look of the importance of plants and their physical properties and how they were used throughout the centuries to aid in man’s wellbeing. We will start globally but then move to look at some of medicinal plants found in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Restrooms and water available at the trailhead. No dogs...
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Unplug and join us for a day of digital detox, fresh air, fun, and adventure! Desert Foothills Land Trust presents the 13th annual Desert Discovery Day, a fun-filled day of adventure and educational activities in a natural desert setting. Discover the Sonoran Desert, learn about all its dwellers, past and present, and interact with native...
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This hike is considered strenuous with 6 miles of hiking round trip and 650ft of elevation gain on rocky terrain. Hikers will need 2-3 liters of water, hiking boots/ trail runners, and hiking poles are encouraged. Along the hike the group will take several rest breaks to make sure everyone stays together and to possibly...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike about 2.1 miles roundtrip on easy to moderate grade, with frequently rocky, sandy, and uneven ground, as we do a loop involving portions of the Blevins, Crismon Wash, Meridian, and NoSo Trails. Please...
Free with Park Fee
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Take a guided stroll to learn about the ecology and history of the Santa Cruz River. 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...
$5
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Guided walking tour through Scottsdale’s demonstration garden. It’s the perfect way to see how desert-friendly landscaping can be both stunning and simple! Register HERE!
Free
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In honor of National Take-a-Hike Day, Maricopa County Parks are waiving the entry fee! Come celebrate this day by joining Ranger Eric for a hike of the Baseline loop trail, which is 2.6 miles roundtrip over moderate-rated terrain. This trail has frequent uneven and rocky surfaces, and some elevation gain. We will go at an...
Free with Park Fee
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Head up to Windgate Pass on this Very Difficult hike with a visit to Inspiration Viewpoint. Along the way, you may see some wildflowers that only grow at higher elevations such as the Mariposa Lily. 7.5 miles over about 3.5 – 4 hours with elevation gain of 1,300 ft. Experienced hikers suggested. Restrooms and water...
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This series is Tuesday, 11/17 & Thursday, 11/19 You will not be able to sign up for the following classes in this series separately. This two-day immersive workshop invites participants to engage directly with the unique flora and atmosphere of the Tucson Botanical Gardens, using photography as a starting point for creating a single expressive...
$80 – $100
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Join us for homeschool science adventures! This three-part class will use the Riparian Preserve as a classroom to take an in-depth look at biology, weather, and the natural sciences. Each class will include a trail walk through the Preserve, a craft, and games or experiments. Classes take place outdoors so please bring plenty of water,...
$35
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Cactus flowers are fun, colorful and diverse. In this class we will explore techniques to draw and paint these beautiful desert plants. From their lovely desert greens to their bright and dramatic flowers, we will capture desert blooms with watercolor. Supplies: paper, pen, pencil, eraser, watercolor kit, paint brush, water, paper towel Ages 18+
$29 – $36
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Join us in MACH1 this week as we make fall leaf suncatchers to bring beautiful autumn colors into your home. This program is designed for kids and their families, Space is limited - first come, first served. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person...
Free
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Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike 3.5 miles roundtrip on moderate grade, with frequently...
Free with Park Fee
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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
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Our annual Fall Ikebana Festival returns to Yume Japanese Gardens! Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of floral arrangement, in which flowers, branches, and other natural materials are thoughtfully arranged to express elegance, balance, and the character of the season. During the festival, admire a stunning display of floral compositions created by talented ikebana artists...
Free with Admission
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Enjoy a guided plant hike along one of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. Bring any questions you have about the plants that reside in the desert. This hike will be about 2 miles along the Horseshoe trail, where the terrain is mostly flat with a few spots...
Free with Park Fee
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Join us for a morning giving back to our Sonoran Desert home. Learn about the threats invasive species pose to these iconic landscapes and the community efforts to remove them from our wild and urban spaces. Make seedballs for distribution as part of Conservation Lands and Resources restoration efforts and take home some native wildflower...
Free
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Our annual Fall Ikebana Festival returns to Yume Japanese Gardens! Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of floral arrangement, in which flowers, branches, and other natural materials are thoughtfully arranged to express elegance, balance, and the character of the season. During the festival, admire a stunning display of floral compositions created by talented ikebana artists...
Free with Admission
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Join us for a family-friendly morning getting to know edible desert plants and how humans’ use plants traditionally and currently. Bring the whole family as we explore the beautiful desert trails of Feliz Paseos learning about humans’ relationship to plants! Learn through hands on exploration of seed processing, join a native plants scavenger hunt, and...
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Join us on this Difficult hike as we pass by several crested saguaro cacti. This hike is for experienced hikers and will cover 8 miles in about 4 hours. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike. Ages...
Free
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The holidays are upon us. Come find out how to care for those “living decorations” we all love. Amaryllis, Christmas Cactus, Poinsettias, Cyclamens, as well as fresh wreaths, garlands and evergreens. And then when the holidays are over what care is needed to keep them thriving.
Free
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Join us for a stroll along the ADA Accessible trails of Feliz Paseos to discover the seasonal rhythm of the desert. Phenology is nature’s calendar – the timing of annual life-cycle events that are influenced by climate and weather, like blooming, migration, and nesting. We’ll stroll along level, paved paths to gather data on seasonal...
Free
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Join us for a stroll around Canoa Lake at Historic Canoa Ranch to discover the seasonal rhythm of the desert. Phenology is nature’s calendar – the timing of annual life-cycle events that are influenced by climate and weather, like blooming, migration, and nesting. Join us for a stroll around Canoa Lake as we gather data...
Free
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Register for a FREE guided tour of one of seven different collections of trees and plants in the Campus Arboretum. Led by Pima County Master Gardeners, the tours provide in-depth education, information and the opportunity to get all your questions answered. Most tours start at the Berger Memorial Fountain on the west side of the Old Main...
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Have you ever wondered, well anything about the saguaro cactus? Whether you have or not, come to this casual drop-in program where there will be information and live displays of all thing's saguaros. Including the seeds, the wood, flowers, fruits, and of course all the ways they are unique and have adapted to the Sonoran...
Free with Park Fee
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Join us at the Wilhoit Public Library for our monthly Gardening club meetup! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this is a great place to sharre tups swap seeds, connect with fellow plant lovers. Each month we discuss seasonal gardening topics troubleshoot plant problems, and enjoy good company. Ages 18+
Free
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This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. Ages 9+
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Hike 3 miles through pristine Sonoran Desert past native American rock art and through riparian habitat. As the group moves through the park there will be frequent stops to talk about history, plants, and animals. Hikers should bring water, protective clothing, supportive shoes, flashlights and if you have them a blacklight. There are portable bathrooms...
Free with Park Fee
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With temperatures down (and family in town) it’s a great time to get out of the house! Ranger Shaun is making his semi-regular trip up the Waterfall trip to see...
Free with Park Fee
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Take a guided stroll to learn about the ecology and history of the Santa Cruz River. 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...
$5
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Make a beautiful image for your season’s greeting cards this year, using the reds and greens inspired by the plants at the Tucson Botanical Gardens! Bright, colorful image created with step-by-step instruction using watercolor and pen. Great family activity! The Drawing Studio will provide the art materials for this class. Ages 18+
$44 – $55
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Learn how to make a healing and aromatic salve from the Creosote plant, hailed as the ""medicine cabinet of the desert"". You'll go home with several tins of balm, perfect for those always on the go or even holiday stocking stuffers. Ages 13+
$7 – $14
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Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the natural history of Tucson Mountain Park. Hike among saguaros to get a closer look at the interesting and diverse flora and fauna that helps make the Sonoran Desert so unique. This will be a 2-3 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles...
$5
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Join us this winter with Pima County for a creative exploration of the Sonoran Desert. Through nature journaling, observation and art, we'll discover how winter transforms the world around us--changing...
$5
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Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch. Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go...
Free
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Hit the (paved) trail with your little one and experience what nature has to offer. Discover plants and animals, and make new friends in the desert together. Each session starts with a nature-themed book, followed by a short hike and finishes with sensory exploration. Enrollment required for child only. Ages 0 - 1.5
$7 – $14
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The Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) is a way to release the stress of modern life by spending time in nature and connecting with the environment. Join a certified nature therapy guide, on a peaceful 2.5-hour guided “desert bathing” walk throughout Veterans Oasis Park. Pause, observe, reflect, and deepen your connection to the environment....
$12 – $22
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Join us for a stroll along the ADA Accessible trails of Feliz Paseos to discover the seasonal rhythm of the desert. Phenology is nature’s calendar – the timing of annual...
Free
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