Learn all about plants of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia. Enjoy a guided nature hike along some of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. We will be along the Lost Sheep trail which is rated easy with some uneven/rocky surfaces so please wear...
Meet at the Native Seed Garden (Near Maintenance Compound). It is time to harvest seeds! Join us for a celebration of native seeds!! As we strive to improve native biodiversity within the parks. Registering is required via sign-up.com. Events start at 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Participants will learn to identify native plants in their...
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
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...
The quarterly Seeds for Thought Book Club is a mostly non-fiction book club with selections that explore the natural world, food systems and food culture, food and social justice, and sustainability. Grab a copy of this month's pick and join us for some informal yet lively discussion. Reserve your book, ebook, or audio download through...
Join the El Mirage Garden Club and the City of El Mirage Parks and Recreation department to learn about the City of El Mirage’s very own Community Garden! Learn what resources are available to gardeners and how both the City and the Library can help you. Free gardening swag will be available!
Learn how the vegetable plant community is organized and how applying that information can help gardeners avoid soil-borne diseases and improve success. Improve the chances for successful vegetable gardening by digging a little deeper and learning the botany of vegetable plants. Instructed by Emily Heller. Garden admission included with class purchase.