Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology...
Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology...
Join our resident Medicinal Herb expert as we share tips for maintaining annual & perennial medicinal herbs and flowers in the low desert. We'll cover a variety of medicinal plants,...
Want the best part of the flower experience without the garden? Come harvest from ours! We have lots of Spring and Winter flowers ready to be picked.. Come wander in...
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. This speaker...
Come learn to harvest seeds - and take home a starter set for your next year's garden. This class will show you how to harvest seeds from this year's crop...
Once a sign of affluence in Phoenix, palm trees are everywhere. Join Certified Master Gardener Michael Eichstadt to learn more about palm tree selection and care. You’ll even get a little history about the introduction of palms to the Valley. This class wil be held at the Surprise Water Education Center, 16126 N. Civic Center...
Celebrate the energy of the Spring Equinox! Join us in creating your own pressed-plant artwork that you will take home, as well as learn how to press your own flowers. All materials provided. The TBG Horticultural Therapy Department is launching a pilot program for Tucson-area healthcare workers and caregivers. This monthly workshop focuses on supporting...
Join us for a fun, family-friendly nature adventure at the Rio Salado Audubon Center! Families are invited to get outside, explore the trails and gardens, and discover wildlife that calls...
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 growing heirloom varieties, trellising, pruning techniques, pest control/mitigation, companion planting, in ground growing, ways to improve in areas of past failure and more! Includes: 1/2...
Learn what conditions are necessary to produce a self-sustaining terrarium! Supplies limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
Learn the basics to help you start seeds at high elevation! Tina Gustafson, Northern Arizona Master Gardener and owner of Elevated Gardening, will teach you all you need to know about starting garden seeds. This hands-on workshop will give you the knowledge and tools necessary to get your seeds started, covering general seed starting techniques,...
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...
Aprende cuáles son las condiciones necesarias para mantener un terrario autosustentable. Los materiales son limitados y se entregarán por orden de llegada.
Aprende cuáles son las condiciones necesarias para mantener un terrario autosustentable. Los materiales son limitados y se entregarán por orden de llegada. Programa para adultos 18+
Look for desert wildflowers and learn about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem during this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about wildflowers and other plants of the Sonoran Desert on this 1.8-mile roundtrip hike on the Rock Peak Wash Trail. We should have an abundance of wildflowers this spring...