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For the 2024 summer camp season, Reid Park Zoo is offering a three-day summer camp experience for students going into grades 6-8. This three-day program will include animal ambassador encounters, behind-the-scenes opportunities, and hands-on activities. Grades 6 - 8: Conservation Campers will dive into the world of wildlife conservation, learning about the important work taking...
$160 – $210
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Age at least 5 yrs but less than 13 yrs Jul 1, 2024 - Jul 3, 2024 Mon, Tue, Wed 9:00 AM - Noon It's Shark Week at Challenge Island and what better way to celebrate than by bringing our Bridge to Sharktooth Island book to life? You and your STEAM Team will join...
$120
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Are you an educator looking to increase your knowledge of wildlife and ecology concepts? Do you want to get classroom-ready lessons and resources aligned to Arizona science standards focused on topics like adaptations, habitat fragmentation, migration, invasive species and more? Then the Arizona Game and Fish Department has the perfect professional development opportunity for you....
$25
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2 events,
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Ages 8 - 11 Hours: 9am to 4pm Cost: $75 per day What to Bring: Lunch Water Bottle PHS will provide water as well as morning and afternoon snacks. Details: Will be emailed to you once you register and a week before camp starts. Interactions: YES with nonvenomous animals, this is an essential part of our camp Description: Tortoise...
$75
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Highland Center will be here! they will be bringing their bone box collection for a show and tell. They will also be doing a craft.
Free
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4 events,
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Ages 8 - 11 Hours: 9am to 4pm Cost: $75 per day What to Bring: Lunch Water Bottle PHS will provide water as well as morning and afternoon snacks. Details: Will be emailed to you once you register and a week before camp starts. Interactions: YES with nonvenomous animals, this is an essential part of our camp Description: Lizards...
$75
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Learn about rabbits and how to care for them as pets in our interactive rabbit class! Meet diverse rabbit breeds, including the charming long-haired angora, and enjoy optional rabbit themed arts and crafts for a fun and educational experience.
Free
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Ages 5 - 7 Hours: 10am - 3pm Cost: $50 per day What to Bring: Lunch Water Bottle PHS will provide water as well as morning and afternoon snacks. Details: Will be emailed to you once you register and a week before camp starts. Interactions: YES with nonvenomous animals, this is an essential part of our...
$50
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2 events,
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Join Ranger Nikki for an early morning hike to watch the desert start the day. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the morning desert on this 3-mile easy to moderate hike. We will watch for birds, mammals and reptiles as the sun rises and the day warms up. The route follows San Tan, Stargazer and...
Free with Park Fee
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Stop by the Nature Center to learn about San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Nikki during this drop-in session. Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, chuckwallas, tortoises, and a Gila monster. Learn about their life cycles, adaptations and what you should do if you encounter their relatives on the...
Free with Park Fee
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6 events,
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Ages 8 - 11 Hours: 9am to 4pm Cost: $75 per day What to Bring: Lunch Water Bottle PHS will provide water as well as morning and afternoon snacks. Details: Will be emailed to you once you register and a week before camp starts. Interactions: YES with nonvenomous animals, this is an essential part of our camp Description: Snake...
$75
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Come get a close-up look at bugs and other “creepy crawlies” with Ranger Shaun. What “bugs” are, what they aren’t, why I put that word in quotation marks. We’ll discuss some names, some myths, where they live, and general bug basics. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center Classroom Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center...
Free with Park Fee
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Ages 5 - 7 Hours: 10am - 3pm Cost: $50 per day What to Bring: Lunch Water Bottle PHS will provide water as well as morning and afternoon snacks. Details: Will be emailed to you once you register and a week before camp starts. Interactions: YES with nonvenomous animals, this is an essential part of our camp...
$50
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5 events,
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Come along with Ranger Shaun on a morning hike to enjoy the day as it heats up. We’ll be on the lookout for critters like lizards and snakes, watch for birds, chat about cacti, maybe even spot a donkey! Be sure to bring sunscreen, water, and closed toed shoes. Hats and long sleeves are recommended....
Free with Park Fee
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Ever wonder what sort of tiny critters swim unseen in the waters of the lake? Ranger Shaun’s here to show you. All sorts of things swim in the water of the lake, but these are some of the coolest. Ranger Shaun’s set up some microscopes with some water from the lake and nearby waterways so...
Free with Park Fee
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Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, Presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature keeper chats, animal encounters, artifact stations, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games. Face painting and glitter tattoos...
Free – $10.50
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2 events,
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Enjoy an early morning walk around the lake to watch for birds, lizards, snakes, and small animals with Ranger Olivia. Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can spot. Birds should be active at this time and there’s not a bad chance for lizards and small animals too. Binoculars will make things easier, but a...
Free with Park Fee
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Learn about dragonflies and damselflies during this guided walk on the trails with Ranger Eric. Did you know that over 50 species of dragonflies and damselflies can be found at the Preserve? Join Ranger Eric for a guided walk along the river and lake trails to explore the fascinating world of dragonflies and damselflies. We’ll...
Free with Park Fee
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10 events,
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Kindergarten: What are habitats? Fasten your seatbelts, Kindergarten! This week, we will explore habitats all around the world. Learn about what makes different habitats unique, and what special animals live in each one! Kindergarten is half day only! End time: 11:45 a.m. July 8 - 12 This year’s camp is all about finding out what...
$189 – $210
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Grades 1 & 2: Build a Wild Habitat Explore the many habitats of animals around the world and identify what an animal needs to both survive and thrive in the wild. Campers will then get to design and build a model of a wild habitat for the animal of their choice! July 8 - 12...
$299 – $325
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Grades 3 & 4: Build a Zoo Habitat How does the Phoenix Zoo design homes for animals? Campers will learn all about how to build an exhibit in the Zoo, Species Survival Plans, and how zoos design spaces that help care for animals’ physical and mental wellbeing. Campers will then get to design and build...
$299 – $325
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2 events,
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Are you interested in learning more about how biologists are conducting research projects to better conserve and protect Arizona's wildlife species? Do you want to better understand how to help students set up and carry out their own wildlife and habitat research projects? Then the Arizona Game and Fish Department has the perfect professional development...
$40
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Join us as we explore how animals survive in the desert, rainforest, and savanna habitats, and how our actions affect their survival. Zoo educators and animal ambassadors will inspire you to protect and care for animals and their habitats around the world. Space is limited and tickets will be available ½ hour before the program....
Free
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4 events,
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This three-day program, ages 7 - 14, is designed to develop safe and caring relationships between participants and horses. Participants learn basic caregiving skills such as grooming a horse and cleaning a horse’s stall. They also learn the process of preparing a horse to be ridden, which culminates with their first riding experience. Price: Member:...
$164 – $199
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Come get a close-up look at bugs and other “creepy crawlies” with Ranger Shaun. What “bugs” are, what they aren’t, why I put that word in quotation marks. We’ll discuss some these questions along with some names, some myths, where they live, and general bug basics. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center Classroom Limit 20 participants. To...
Free with Park Fee
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Hang out with Ranger Shaun and the Arthro-Ambassadors from today’s class! Spend a little more time with the arthropod animal ambassadors! Ranger Shaun will be on hand for Ask-a-Ranger and you can get a closer look at some spiders, beetles, scorpions, and other critters you might not want to get close to otherwise. MEETING LOCATION:...
Free with Park Fee
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4 events,
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The Arctic is one of the harshest places on Earth, but it still supports the Arctic subspecies of the gray wolf. Come learn more about The International Wolf Center’s Arctic Wolf Ambassadors, Axel and Grayson, and the ways they interact with their prey and other animals! This is a virtual program where you will see...
Free
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Designed to start before sunset and end after dark, this hike with Ranger Jacque is the best of both worlds, encompassing the golden hour and into the night. Enjoy both the Arizona sunset as it gives way to the moonlit darkness on this beautiful evening hike. This two-mile hike starts on Blevins trail, picks up...
Free with Park Fee
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Come and walk in the park in the dark with Ranger Shaun! Explore the interesting Metate, Towhee, and parts of the Spur Cross trails in the dark with UV lights and flashlights while looking nocturnal critters. We’ll listen for and attempt to identify night sounds, insects, plants, birds, and lizards. If we’re lucky enough to...
Free with Park Fee
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2 events,
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Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Hiking will be easy to moderate on occasionally rocky and uneven terrain and will be 1.5 miles roundtrip on Pipeline and Yavapai Point Trails, depending on heat. Wildlife may include scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals. Please bring your own...
Free with Park Fee
Search for scorpions with Ranger Jacque during this family-friendly and fun nighttime safari! Summer is here and so are our scorpion friends. We’ll be on the lookout for our Sonoran Desert species, and whoever finds the Giant Desert Hairy scorpion wins! This fun program starts with a brief overview of scorpions of Arizona and how...
Free with Park Fee
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5 events,
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Enjoy an early morning walk around the lake to watch for birds, lizards, snakes, and small animals with Ranger Shaun. Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can spot. Birds should be active at this time and there’s not a bad chance for lizards and small animals too. Binoculars will make things easier, but a...
Free with Park Fee
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This three-day series is a wonderful opportunity to introduce your little one to our gentle equine. These hands-on caregiving classes include learning basic needs of a horse, grooming, feeding, an introduction to riding and more! This is a great time for you and your child to come and have fun with horses while learning safe...
$79 – $99
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Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, Presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature keeper chats, animal encounters, artifact stations, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games. Face painting and glitter tattoos...
Free – $10.50
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5 events,
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Get up early and join Ranger Kevin for an informative hike about the history and significance of this desert river. The Gila River has a storied past, a very tenuous present, and perhaps a hopeful future. We’ll discuss the importance of rivers like the Gila to the health and diversity of desert life as we...
Free with Park Fee
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Enjoy an early morning walk to watch for birds, lizards, snakes, and small animals with Ranger Olivia. Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can spot. Birds should be active at this time and there’s not a bad chance for lizards and small animals too. Binoculars will make things easier, but a magnifying glass will...
Free with Park Fee
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Look for and learn about reptiles of the Sonoran Desert during this short, guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a short, guided hike along the Roadrunner Trail and around the Discovery Center to look for reptiles of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way, we will discuss identification tips, their ecological roles, and...
Free with Park Fee
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12 events,
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Kindergarten: What are habitats? Fasten your seatbelts, Kindergarten! This week, we will explore habitats all around the world. Learn about what makes different habitats unique, and what special animals live in each one! Kindergarten is half day only! End time: 11:45 a.m. July 15 - 19 This year’s camp is all about finding out what...
$189 – $210
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Grades 1 & 2: Build a Wild Habitat Explore the many habitats of animals around the world and identify what an animal needs to both survive and thrive in the wild. Campers will then get to design and build a model of a wild habitat for the animal of their choice! July 15 - 19...
$299 – $325
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Grades 3 & 4: Build a Zoo Habitat How does the Phoenix Zoo design homes for animals? Campers will learn all about how to build an exhibit in the Zoo, Species Survival Plans, and how zoos design spaces that help care for animals’ physical and mental wellbeing. Campers will then get to design and build...
$299 – $325
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2 events,
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This three-day program is for those who have completed Level 1. Participants will demonstrate their skills from Level 1 and caregiving is continued by learning about caring for a horse’s hooves and how to bathe a horse. Participants begin to develop riding skills that focus on basic control of a horse. Ages 7 - 14...
$164 – $199
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Learn about therapy dog programs in the Flagstaff community. And meet the Dark Sky Therapy Dogs. Ages 8 + Registration required and starts July 3rd.
Free
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6 events,
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Look for and learn about reptiles of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a late afternoon hike along the Slate and Flume Trails to look for reptiles of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way, we will discuss identification tips, their ecological roles, and safety around venomous animals....
Free with Park Fee
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Wildman Phil educates and entertains with an array of animals! For youth of all ages. Summer programs are popular and fill up fast. Seating is on a first-come basis. Wildman Phil is presented with funding from the Friends of the Prescott Public Library.
Free
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Thursday, July 18th | 12:00 pm | Exhibit House Main Gallery | Free with Admission This summer cool off in our airconditioned art gallery as you discover more about desert critters that tread softly and the plants that nourish and protect them. Led by docents, Barb Sherman and Hank Verbais, you will leave with a renewed reverence...
Free with Admission
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4 events,
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Learn about reptiles of Sonoran Desert during this guided walk with Ranger Eric. This will be a late morning hike along the Slate and Flume Trails to look for reptiles of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way, we will discuss identification tips, their ecological roles, and safety around venomous animals. We will hike 1-2 miles roundtrip...
Free with Park Fee
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Play beach ball volleyball, make some crafts, and learn about beach safety and critters. Bring your beach towel! Ages 6+
Free
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This walk with Ranger Jacque is sure to please the senses as you embark on a nighttime hike with the majestic moon, mysterious sounds, and creatures of the night. Discover the magic and majesty of the full moon rising over the desert landscape, following the famous Arizona sunset draping over the mountains. This is a...
Free with Park Fee
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6 events,
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Start off Saturday morning with a fun casual hike through the desert with Ranger Derik as you learn about the many plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home. The hike will cover 4 miles of the Mule Deer trail starting from the nature center parking lot. The trail is rated as moderate so...
Free with Park Fee
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Skulls, bones, furs, scales – what do clues left behind by desert creatures tell us about their ways of life? Ranger Jacque will have displays and open Q and A to discuss curious adaptations of common desert dwellers. Step into the fascinating world of the Sonoran Desert with our educational table, “Skins and Skulls.” Discover...
Free with Park Fee
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Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, Presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature keeper chats, animal encounters, artifact stations, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games. Face painting and glitter tattoos...
Free – $10.50
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2 events,
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Take a walk on the wild side with Ranger Derik and enjoy the Sonoran Desert in its prime… at night under a full moon! The ranger lead hike with take you 2.2 miles along sections of the Black Rock and Waterfall trails. These trails are considered moderate so expect loose and rocky sections boots are...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Nikki on a slow-paced walk to enjoy the full moon and search for scorpions and other nocturnal animals. Enjoy this easy walk through our Sonoran Desert in the glow of moonlight. We will also be on the lookout for nocturnal critters such as scorpions, bats, owls, tarantulas and more. The route follows Blevins...
Free with Park Fee
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11 events,
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Kindergarten: What are habitats? Fasten your seatbelts, Kindergarten! This week, we will explore habitats all around the world. Learn about what makes different habitats unique, and what special animals live in each one! Kindergarten is half day only! End time: 11:45 a.m. July 22 - 26 This year’s camp is all about finding out what...
$189 – $210
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Grades 1 & 2: Build a Wild Habitat Explore the many habitats of animals around the world and identify what an animal needs to both survive and thrive in the wild. Campers will then get to design and build a model of a wild habitat for the animal of their choice! July 22 - 26...
$299 – $325
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Grades 3 & 4: Build a Zoo Habitat How does the Phoenix Zoo design homes for animals? Campers will learn all about how to build an exhibit in the Zoo, Species Survival Plans, and how zoos design spaces that help care for animals’ physical and mental wellbeing. Campers will then get to design and build...
$299 – $325
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6 events,
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Ages 55+ Jul 23, 2024 Tue 8:45 AM - 2:00 PM Meet at bus in Tumbleweed Multipurpose Field Parking Lot Take an oceanic adventure. The largest aquarium in the southwest, the Odysea aquarium is home to more than 30,000 animals and sea life. Dive into special exhibits, underwater talks and wet and wild demonstrations. Explorers...
$64 – $87
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Join the City of Phoenix Water Conservation Office to learn how reptiles and amphibians (together: herptiles) adapt to their desert environment, and how we can too! This presentation covers Sonoran Desert basics, the Desert Mindset, water resources and conservation, and an intro to ecology. Join in a game to determine which reptile or amphibian will...
Free
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Relatively small in size but rich in diversity; this desert we call home. More than 500 vertebrate animals and 2000 plant species can be found here, from the lowland scrub to the high mountain peaks. Discover what makes this place a desert and learn about some of the flora and fauna that call it home...
Free
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4 events,
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Level 3 is available for participants who have completed both Level 1 and 2. In this three-day program, participants will broaden their horsemanship knowledge by learning different breeds and colors of horses. While practicing more independence with the horses and riding skills develop further, participants are introduced to faster gaits and learn to maneuver through...
$164 – $199
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Stop by the Nature Center to learn about San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Nikki during this drop-in session. Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, chuckwallas, tortoises, and a Gila monster. Learn about their life cycles, adaptations and what you should do if you encounter their relatives on the...
Free with Park Fee
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Explore the fascinating world of dogs with our interactive program series, "Canine Culture." Geared toward ages 6 and up, each event focuses on different aspects of dogs, from basic training and canine health to art activities and book recommendations. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays for informative presentations and exciting demonstrations. Discover the...
Free
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5 events,
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Enjoy an early morning walk with Ranger Olivia to watch for birds, lizards, snakes, and small animals. Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can spot. Birds should be active at this time and there’s not a bad chance for lizards and small animals too. Binoculars will make things easier, but a magnifying glass will...
Free with Park Fee
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Join Ranger Nikki on an invigorating climb up Lousley Hill and enjoy panoramic mountain views. This moderate-rated hike with Ranger Nikki has an elevation gain of 300 feet and trail surfaces that are uneven and rocky. The total distance of this loop is approximately 1.5 miles. During this hike we will also be on the...
Free with Park Fee
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Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert mammals such as coyotes, foxes, and bobcats. See a variety of mammal pelts and skulls and learn about adaptations that allow these animals to survive and thrive in our extreme desert environment. Activity and coloring sheets available for kids. Be sure to...
Free with Park Fee
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Verde Valley Care Givers and the Sedona Public Library welcomes the public to join the Verde Valley Care Givers at their social outing at the library! Feel free to bring a bagged lunch for a community friendly meal after the program! Explore the fascinating world of dogs with our interactive program series, "Canine Culture." Typically, this program...
Free
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Join Ranger Nikki on a slow-paced walk to observe scorpions and other nocturnal animals. Ranger Nikki will lead you on a walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions as well as other nocturnal critters such as bats, owls, tarantulas and more. The route starts on a short portion of Pemberton Trail to...
Free with Park Fee
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Search for scorpions with Ranger Olivia during this family-friendly and fun nighttime safari! Summer is here and so are our scorpion friends. We’ll be on the lookout for our Sonoran Desert species, and whoever finds the Giant Desert Hairy scorpion wins! This fun program starts with a brief overview of scorpions of Arizona and how...
Free with Park Fee
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4 events,
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The day begins at 9:30 with a FREE performance open to the public. Then, from 10am to 2pm we will have a variety of activities happening in the cafeteria area. Dance of the Hummingbirds 9:30am Performed by the students of Sedona Dance Academy in the main auditorium of the Sedona Performing Arts Center Moonlight the...
Free
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Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, Presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature keeper chats, animal encounters, artifact stations, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games. Face painting and glitter tattoos...
Free – $10.50
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Join Ranger Nikki on an evening stroll to search for a variety of nocturnal critters. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an evening walk to seek out scorpions, bats, owls, tarantulas and other nocturnal critters. The route is an out-and-back walk on Rock Peak Wash Trail, which is deep sandy terrain. The total distance is...
Free with Park Fee
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1 event,
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Explore the entire park with Ranger Derik as we work our way through riparian and upland desert habitat to learn about the many plant and animal species that call the Sonoran Desert home. The hike is rated as moderate and will cover approximately 3 miles along sections of Lykes Lookout, River Ramble, Palm Lake and...
Free with Park Fee
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8 events,
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Kindergarten: What are habitats? Fasten your seatbelts, Kindergarten! This week, we will explore habitats all around the world. Learn about what makes different habitats unique, and what special animals live in each one! Kindergarten is half day only! End time: 11:45 a.m. July 29 - August 2 This year’s camp is all about finding out...
$189 – $210
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Grades 1 & 2: Build a Wild Habitat Explore the many habitats of animals around the world and identify what an animal needs to both survive and thrive in the wild. Campers will then get to design and build a model of a wild habitat for the animal of their choice! July 29 - August...
$299 – $325
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Grades 3 & 4: Build a Zoo Habitat How does the Phoenix Zoo design homes for animals? Campers will learn all about how to build an exhibit in the Zoo, Species Survival Plans, and how zoos design spaces that help care for animals’ physical and mental wellbeing. Campers will then get to design and build...
$299 – $325
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1 event,
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Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Free – $25
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3 events,
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Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Free – $25
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Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of fun and adventure as we set off in search of desert wildlife. Enjoy an exciting evening hike along the Spur Cross and Dragonfly Loop trails. We’ll be on the lookout for all kinds of evening-active critters, from skunks to scorpions, spiders, snakes, fox, coyote, deer, owls and more!...
Free with Park Fee
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After the sun sets, a whole new world awakens, largely unseen by most. Join Jeff Babson to explore the Huachuca Mountains at night and step into the nighttime world of moths and other insects. At historic Carr House, set at the entrance to Carr Canyon, we will set up a black (or UV) light to see what we...
$45
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6 events,
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Join Ranger Shaun for an early morning hike to beat the heat and see the desert wake up! Venture out this morning onto the moderate rated Black Rock Trail for an approximately 1-mile hike in the relative cool. We’ll be on the lookout for birds and mammals, often active at this time, as well as...
Free with Park Fee
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Join leader Rich Bailowitz (co-author of several butterfly books as well as Field Guide to the Damselflies and Dragonflies of Arizona and Sonora) as we search for some of the butterflies and dragonflies of the Sierra Vista area. The day will include stops in Escapule Canyon (near the San Pedro River) and in Huachuca Canyon, at various elevations...
$145
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Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Free – $25
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6 events,
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Skulls, bones, furs, scales – what do clues left behind by desert creatures tell us about their ways of life? Ranger Jacque will have displays and open Q and A to discuss curious adaptations of common desert dwellers. Step into the fascinating world of the Sonoran Desert with our educational table, “Skins and Skulls.” Discover...
Free with Park Fee
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Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Free – $25
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This show explains the science and technology we will conquer for a successful moonbase in the coming decades. Follow our story filled with awe, danger, trepidation and share the wonder of the lunar environment made for 360 Fulldome format. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14...
Free – $14
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4 events,
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Explore the desert with Ranger Olivia as we learn about the many plant and animal species that call the Sonoran Desert home. The hike is rated as easy to moderate and will cover approximately 3 miles along North Trail Loop. The terrain is mostly level but there are a few spots that are uneven with...
Free with Park Fee
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Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Free – $25
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Join Ranger Kevin for a close-up look at some very small aquatic critters. Did you know that very small - often microscopic - aquatic animals can tell us a whole lot about the quality of the water in places like rivers, streams, lakes and ponds? Drop in on this Discovery Station to find out more,...
Free with Park Fee
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1 event,
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Join Ranger Derik on evening fitness hike through the park and look for nocturnal animals that call the desert home under the stars. The hike will cover sections of the Blevins, Meridian, and Cat peaks trails for a total of 4.3 miles and combined the route is considered moderate. Expects rocky, sandy, and uneven trail...
Free with Park Fee
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