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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: 100 Miles in 100 Days Nature Hike

Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek

Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike 6.4 miles roundtrip on Slate and Flume Trails to the end of Flume and back. It will be on moderate grade, with frequently rocky or uneven ground. Please dress in layers, wear protective...

Free with Park Fee

Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Visit the Garden!

Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th St., Phoenix

We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum...

Free with Museum Admission

National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a 1 hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: A Hike Through The (Cactus) Forest (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Let your interest reach new heights and join us for a hike through the heart of the cactus forest, getting to know the giant cactus. Hike will up to 2 miles round trip on a flat trail. Bring sun protection and water. Hiking boots are recommended. Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

Tohono Chul: Walk in the Gardens

Tohono Chul 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson

Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Join us for a Walk in the Gardens and get an intimate look at the plants and animals that call Tohono Chul home. During this guided tour, you’ll hear about desert wildlife and learn how to identify some of...

Free with Admission

National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Come join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.  Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Patio Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument 10 Organ Pipe Dr., Ajo

Join a ranger on the back patio of the Kris Eggle Visitor Center to discover more about Organ Pipe Cactus' fascinating cultural or geological history, ecology, wildlife or other fun...

Free with Park Fee

Glendale Public Library: Gardening with Native Plants

Glendale Public Library - Heroes Regional Park Library 6075 N. 83rd Ave., Glendale

Gardening with native plants is a great way to not only improve your outdoor space aesthetically, but also in preserving the biodiversity and nurturing of the natural world. Master Gardener...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: El Mirage Garden Club

MCLDAZ - El Mirage Library 14011 N. 1st Ave., El Mirage

Help us plant some wildflowers for our library garden! We'll also discuss future plans for the El Mirage library garden and lessons learned from the first winter growing season of the library garden!

Free

National Park Service: Amphitheater Sunset Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument 10 Organ Pipe Dr., Ajo

Join a ranger at the Twin Peaks Campground Amphitheater to discover more about the amazing Sonoran Desert! Topics may including cultural history, wildlife, cacti, restoration projects, and more! Free with...

Free with Park Fee