The Madrean Sky Islands of southern Arizona are green gems and a high-altitude sanctuary for a variety of wildlife. Join us for a guided hike through pines, summer wildflowers, and crisp mountain air. This generally mellow 2-mile hike through a mountain wonderland in the heart of the Sonoran Desert starts at 9000’ elevation with an...
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 us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...