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Help with the Christmas Bird Count during this guided bird hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike along a loop of the Spur Cross, Metate, and Towhee Trails to look for birds of the Sonoran Desert and riparian habitats while we help with the Carefree Christmas Bird Count. We will spend extra time...
Free with Park Fee
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Trip difficulty: Easy to Moderate. Gradual elevation gain is less than 100 feet. 2 miles on moderately loose wash sand. Restrooms and water available at trailhead. Limited shade and no benches. Trip duration under 2.5 hours. We will start from Oro Valley’s Honey Bee Canyon Park and will walk the wash to the north to...
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Help count birds at Spur Cross, Cave Creek, or other areas for the Carefree Christmas Bird Count on Dec. 30! Would you like to go birding with others and help count birds for citizen science for a day in the north Valley? Then sign up for the Dec. 30 Carefree Christmas Bird Count! This count includes...
Free with Park Fee
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Tuesday, December 31: Big Day on the Last Day with Luke Safford, Andrea Serrano, Scott Crabtree, Chris Rohrer, and Hollie Mansfield, 7:30am – 5:30pm $75/member, $125/non-member Trip Difficulty: Moderate. Fast-paced and multiple short walks over varied terrain. No long hikes, but we’ll be continuously moving and getting in and out of vehicles. Let’s see how...
$75 – $125
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An exploration of less-traveled trails at Sabino Canyon for beginning birders or visitors who want to learn about common birds in the Sonoran Desert. We’ll identify birds by shape, sound, color, and behavior and make connections between the birds and native habitats. We’ll walk at a leisurely pace for about 2 miles on trails that are...
Free with Park Fee
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Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Free with Park Fee
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Help count birds for the Lake Pleasant Christmas Bird Count on Jan. 2! Would you like to go birding with others and help count birds for citizen science for a day at Lake Pleasant or the surrounding area? Then sign up for the Jan. 2 Christmas Bird Count! Each winter the National Audubon Society sponsors the...
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Registration fee: $35/member, $50/non-member* Trip difficulty: Moderate, some stairs and inclines; Walking Distance: About 1 to 1.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 – 3 hours; Three pit toilets around the lake and one at the starting point in the picnic area. With 282 species reported through eBird at this medium-sized lake in the Pajarito Mountains you...
$35 – $50
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Trip Rating: Easy. Walking Distance: 3 miles. Elevation Gain: 25 feet. Ground Conditions: Rocky trails and some asphalt road. We’ll bird Sabino Canyon Recreation Area walking a loop that includes both Sonoran desert upland and Sabino Creek riparian areas. Meet at the ramada by the Visitor’s Center at 5700 N Sabino Canyon Road. Parking fee or pass required....
Free with Park Fee
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6 events,
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Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking Distance: 2.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 hr 45 min; Elevation Gain: none; Ground Condition: groomed trail. Drinking water not available on trail. Restrooms at the Mason Center and one restroom midway on the 2.5 mile loop. Join us for an introduction to birdwatching basics at the Tucson Audubon Mason Center. After...
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Learn about the resident and migrant birds of the Sonoran Desert on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way we will discuss how to identify birds by sight and sound, and about...
Free with Park Fee
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Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Anne Leight. Did you know that over 300 species of birds have been found at the Hassayampa River Preserve? Enjoy an easy-paced walk with seasoned birder and bird bander Anne Leight to spot and identify the many resident and migratory birds of...
Free with Park Fee
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Trip difficulty: Moderate. 2-mile hiking (round trip) in soft sand. No restrooms or drinking water available. This portion of the Tanque Verde Wash, on the far east side of Tucson, remains relatively natural. It is lined with native vegetation, providing excellent habitat for native riparian birds and an oasis for migratory birds and other wildlife. We’ll...
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$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour Saturdays and Sundays through March 23, 2025
$5 – $7
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Trip difficulty: Longer, but easy. 2.3 miles on flat paved paths. Trip duration about 3 hours. No water on site but port-a-potty is at the parking lot. Limited shade and benches. We will walk the old front 9 of this abandoned 200-acre golf course that has been turned into a Nature Preserve. There are petroglyphs...
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Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. This month’s birding explores the birding hotspot of Agua Caliente Park where we hope to see waterfowl, raptors, sparrows, and a lot more....
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Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around the Wetlands. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created...
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Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Free with Park Fee
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Discover and explore the spectacular world of birding. Learn about field guides, field trips, bird identification, birding optics, birding organizations, and bird apps. Connect with other individuals and help grow the birding community. Jan 9, 2025 - Jan 23, 2025 Thu 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Exception date(s): 23 Jan 2025
$14 – $19
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3 events,
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$50/member, $75/non-member Trip Difficulty: Moderate, with up to 1 mile walking on uneven desert ground. Our most secretive and hard to find thrasher is the LeConte’s, partly because it’s preferred habitat is unattractive, and creosote dominated, barren wasteland. But seeing the bird scurrying through the desert with its deeply curved bill is a thrill! We’ll...
$50 – $75
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Trip difficulty: Easy. 1 -1.5 miles on mostly flat surfaces with some uneven terrain. Trip duration approximately 2.5 – 3 hours. This bird walk is all about enjoying nature and birds. It’s about walking slow, being mindful and looking for birds and then spending time truly watching their behaviors. It’s not about the number of...
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Bird beautiful Oracle State Park, situated at 4500 ft. elevation which means cooler temperatures and the chance to see some higher elevation species like Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay, Crissal Thrasher, and Canyon Towhee. Walk 1-2 miles on fairly level terrain and meet at the Kannally Ranch House/Visitor Ctr. at end of access road. Restrooms available. $7...
Free with Park Fee
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5 events,
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Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking Distance: 2.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 hr 45 min; Elevation Gain: none; Ground Condition: groomed trail. Drinking water not available on trail. Restrooms at the Mason Center and one restroom midway on the 2.5 mile loop. Join us for an introduction to birdwatching basics at the Tucson Audubon Mason Center. After...
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Learn to identify the common birds in the Preserve and some unique attributes of each including nesting, migration and parenting. We will demonstrate Merlin, a free phone app, which identifies birds by listening for their sounds so you can identify birds on your patio, in the Preserve and on trips. You will learn what crop...
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$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour Saturdays and Sundays through March 23, 2025
$5 – $7
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Trip difficulty: Moderate. 2-2.5 miles over mostly level, but occasionally uneven, terrain. Chance of moist, muddy brief portions near wetland areas. A portion of the trail is a former railroad bed, with concrete abutments at either end, bordering the creek. Benches are available at several points along the route. Trail fees apply: $8.00 (good for...
Free with Park Fee
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$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour Saturdays and Sundays through March 23, 2025
$5 – $7
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Wild at Heart, a local raptor rescue organization, will showcase rescued owls, hawks and falcons. Learn why these remarkable birds are rescued, how they can be rehabilitated and released back into the wild, and what can be done to protect their natural habitat.
Free
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Trip difficulty: Moderate. 1.5 miles on dirt paths and loose wash sand. Trip duration no more than 2.5 hours. No water, no bathroom, limited shade, and one bench. This trip is in the wash 4 miles north of Catalina State Park. It contains several different habitats and is known for some rarities. Special note: This...
Free
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Join Vera, an Arizona State Park volunteer and experienced birder, on a journey to discover the birds of the Sonoran Desert! Meet at the Palo Verde Day Use ramada and don't forget your binoculars! Program is free with park entry ($10 day use/vehicle).
Free with Park Fee
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Brush up on some fun, basic drawing skills while celebrating the Sonoran Desert’s furry wonders, including; ocelots, javelinas, jackrabbits, and coyotes. We’ll explore drawing techniques that bring added interest to our drawings, including using weighted lines and value for added contrast. Please provide your own art materials. Recommended art supplies: Drawing paper 2B graphite pencil Kneaded eraser (or...
$24 – $30
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Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around the Wetlands. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created...
Free
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Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Free with Park Fee
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Learn basic techniques from illustrator/artist Devon Meyer that will help you more accurately draw hummingbirds by capturing posture, proportion, and angles. Then we will explore the beauty and depth that can be obtained with colored pencils. No experience required. Please provide your own art materials. Recommended art supplies: Kleenex Drawing paper or Bristol board Set...
$24 – $30
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Trip duration: 2 hours, Ground condition: Paved/concrete, Benches available; some shaded seating available Join Marcia OBara for an outing designed for nature lovers with or without accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. On this trip, we will gather at one of Southern Arizona’s birding gems: Santa Rita Lodge in Madera Canyon!...
Free
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5 events,
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Explore the Birds of Estrella Mountain Regional Park on a bird walk. Meet at Park Nature Center. Explore birds/bird life with special guest Joe Ford. The Park has a wide range of habitats. You will encounter some of the best birding in the valley! Beginner birders and longtime enthusiasts will enjoy this opportunity to spot...
Free with Park Fee
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A trip for beginning or visiting birders who want to learn about Sonoran Desert birds that favor mesquite bosques – a once prevalent but now threatened habitat. We’ll explore the mesquite forest along the Agua Caliente wash and practice identifying birds by shape, sound, color, and behavior. We’ll make connections between the birds and plants in this...
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Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking Distance: 2.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 hr 45 min; Elevation Gain: none; Ground Condition: groomed trail. Drinking water not available on trail. Restrooms at the Mason Center and one restroom midway on the 2.5 mile loop. Join us for an introduction to birdwatching basics at the Tucson Audubon Mason Center. After...
Free
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2 events,
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Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. This month’s birding explores the birding hotspot of historic Canoa Ranch where we hope to see waterfowl, raptors, sparrows, and a lot more....
Free
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$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour Saturdays and Sundays through March 23, 2025
$5 – $7
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Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around the Wetlands. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created...
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Join community volunteers Jim and Judy Taylor as we explore Amigos Wash at a slow pace for birds, plants other animals we might encounter. The walk will be two miles, wear closed-toed shoes, bring water and binoculars-NO pets please. Walking the wash is a mile each way and is a bit more strenuous than an...
Free with Park Fee
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Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Free with Park Fee
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Meet in the Palo Verde Day Use area and learn how to distinguish between birds and seek out our avian friends from hawks to hummingbirds throughout the trail! Be prepared for a 1-mile, slow-paced bird walk on moderate, rocky terrain with a mild 150-ft. elevation gain. The program takes about 1.5 hours. Please wear close-toed...
Free with Park Fee
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1 event,
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Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. This month’s birding explores the birding hotspot of Agua Caliente Park where we hope to see waterfowl, raptors, sparrows, and a lot more....
Free
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4 events,
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Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking Distance: 2.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 hr 45 min; Elevation Gain: none; Ground Condition: groomed trail. Drinking water not available on trail. Restrooms at the Mason Center and one restroom midway on the 2.5 mile loop. Join us for an introduction to birdwatching basics at the Tucson Audubon Mason Center. After...
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It's a day of feathers and flora. Discover a birding haven at Veterans Oasis Park on expert-led walks by the lake, recharge basins, desert and riparian habitat to learn about resident birds, their songs and tips for identification. Sun protection, closed-toe footwear, and ample drinking water are highly recommended. Binoculars provided upon request at the...
$7 – $10
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$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour Saturdays and Sundays through March 23, 2025
$5 – $7
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$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour Saturdays and Sundays through March 23, 2025
$5 – $7
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Trip difficulty: Easy to Moderate. Gradual elevation gain is less than 100 feet. 2 miles on moderately loose wash sand. Restrooms and water available at trailhead. Limited shade and no benches. Trip duration under 2.5 hours. We will start from Oro Valley’s Honey Bee Canyon Park and will walk the wash to the north to...
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Join Park Volunteers Jim & Judy Taylor for a bird meet up at the Nature Center! Observe and identify local bird species with our resident experts. Join Park Volunteers Jim & Judy Taylor on the back patio of the nature center and observe and identity the various birds at our bird feeders. Then we will...
Free with Park Fee
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Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
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Come with us as we explore the streamside habitat of New River. This preserve is home to a lush riparian habitat that serves as home for many bird species. This hike is approximately 1 mile in length, with no elevation gain. However, there will likely be stream crossings and uneven terrain. We recommend that you...
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Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Free with Park Fee
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Birds of a feather flock together as experienced birders enhance their bird identification skills. This class will introduce birders to advanced techniques such as behaviors, calls, and locations to aid in recognizing birds. Jan 30, 2025 - Feb 13, 2025 Thu 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
$14 – $19
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Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Anne Leight. Did you know that over 300 species of birds have been found at the Hassayampa River Preserve? Enjoy an easy-paced walk with seasoned birder and bird bander Anne Leight to spot and identify the many resident and migratory birds of...
Free with Park Fee
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$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour 11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour Saturdays and Sundays through March 23, 2025
$5 – $7
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Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Free with Park Fee
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2 events,
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$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour...
$5 – $7
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Create PB pinecone bird feeders to take home to your yard! Ages 5 - 10 Part of the Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all over Arizona. Check out the calendar!
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