Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert Edible Plant Hike
Join Ranger Derik on a hike through the park as you learn about the native edible plants and the first peoples that used them. The moderate hike will cover 4...
Free with Park Fee
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Events for October 16, 2024
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike
Join Ranger Jacque on a 2.5-mile hike to learn about a variety of desert plant and animal life. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the desert on this informative morning hike, revealing a side of desert life you may be surprised to learn. This 2.5-mile moderate hike follows a southern section of Pass Mountain trailhead, to...
Free with Park Fee
Children’s Museum of Phoenix: Pastel Leaves
Use pastel chalk art to create a “fall-tacular” outline of a fall leaf! Free with Admission
Free with Admission
Desert Foothills Library: Guided Trail Tour at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library...
Free
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Free with Park Fee
Town of Gilbert: Riparian Adventures [#38396]
Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12 yrs Adventure awaits at the Riparian Preserve! Join us Wednesday afternoons as we explore all the Riparian has to offer: bird...
$75
Pima County Public Library: Pima County Conservation Lands & Resources Presents – Saguaro Stories
Explore our cactus community, learn how the saguaro thrives in the desert and discover the fascinating interrelationships between saguaros and other desert plants and animals. Plant a saguaro to take...
Free
The University of Arizona: Walk with a Naturalist
When 4 – 6 p.m., Oct. 16, 2024 Join Community Outreach Assistant Robert Villa on a walk of Tumamoc Hill. Along the way he will talk about some of the plants,...