Both small and mighty, the Hassayampa River Preserve of Wickenburg contains amazingly varied landscapes which are best experienced on foot. Venture off the beaten path on a nature walk where you'll follow the trickling perennial water through a green forest flush with wildflowers and an arboreal symphony of songbirds. A brief stop at the Nature...
This class is for those that have already taken our basic gardening class or have at least 1 year of gardening experience. In this advanced course, we will dive into...
Saturdays l October 26 to November 16 l 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Are you looking to install your own home landscape but unsure how to get started? Would you like to eliminate the uncertainty and achieve exceptional results when installing a desert landscape? Are you seeking to clarify confusing and contradictory landscaping advice? Desert Installation helps you to create...
Would you like to be more knowledgeable about the animals, plants and landscape of our desert? This two-day survey course covers desert ecology, desert adaptations, climate, mammals, birds, reptiles, venomous animals, botany, geology and ethnobotany. We also touch on current threats to our desert such as invasive species, water and climate change issues, endangered species...
How well do you know the desert we call home? Spend the day at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and become an expert! Through hands-on encounters with flora and fauna native...
We've compiled everything we think every beginner gardener should know, and jam-packed it into an hour class. From setting up your growing space to harvesting the fruits of your labor,...
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...
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...
Join us as we share tips for maintaining annual & perennial herbs and flowers in the low desert. We'll cover healthy soil makeup, plant spacing, light management, fertilizing, and companion planting. Plus! A focus on flowers and seed saving to attract pollinators season after season. Each registration includes: 4 seasonal plant starts, 1/2 gallon worm...