Join us for a family-friendly morning getting to know edible desert plants and how humans’ use plants traditionally and currently. Bring the whole family as we explore the beautiful desert trails of Feliz Paseos learning about humans’ relationship to plants! Learn through hands on exploration of seed processing, join a native plants scavenger hunt, and...
The holidays are upon us. Come find out how to care for those “living decorations” we all love. Amaryllis, Christmas Cactus, Poinsettias, Cyclamens, as well as fresh wreaths, garlands and evergreens. And then when the holidays are over what care is needed to keep them thriving.
What lessons do herbs have for humans? Join us on an ethnobotanical tour around Tucson Botanical Gardens, learning about the medicinal properties of herbs. Featuring professional herbalist/acupuncturist and owner of Tucson Herb Store, Amanda Brown, we will use all of our senses to explore one mystery plant medicine in particular and learn about its many...
The hike is rated as easy and will cover 2 miles at a slow pace on flat sometimes sandy trail that is shaded. You will walk around a lake and the down past the Hassayampa River learning about the history of the park and making frequent stops to talk about the plants and animals seen...
Join us on this Difficult hike as we pass by several crested saguaro cacti. This hike is for experienced hikers and will cover 8 miles in about 4 hours. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike. Ages...
Our annual Fall Ikebana Festival returns to Yume Japanese Gardens! Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of floral arrangement, in which flowers, branches, and other natural materials are thoughtfully arranged to express elegance, balance, and the character of the season. During the festival, admire a stunning display of floral compositions created by talented ikebana artists...
The CVCL Seed Bank is open! Join us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 11 AM to 1 PM. Each household can pick out 5 free seed packets each day the seed bank is open. Perfect for starting your own garden or trying out new vegetable, herb, or pollinator-friendly flower varieties. We...
Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike about 3.3 miles on a loop of the...