Stop by the McDowell Nature Center to learn about a variety of desert six- and eight-legged critters featured at a table display hosted by Ranger Nikki. Stop by the Nature Center anytime between 10am and 11am to visit with Ranger Nikki and investigate cool arthropod specimens such as spiders, scorpions, beetles, butterflies and other crawling...
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...
For those who can’t get enough of our African penguins, we invite you to join us for an exclusive up close and personal Penguin Encounter. Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team to learn specifics about penguin behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to...
Put on your swimsuit, OdySea Aquarium wetsuit and SeaTREK helmet and get ready to dive in! Our certified guides will take you deep into one of our largest underwater environments in this truly immersive experience where you’ll be surrounded by thousands of colorful and curious marine life from the Indo-Pacific region of the world. WHAT YOU...
Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team an OdySea Aquarium Team Member to learn specifics about sloth behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to help this incredible species and our rainforests. Tour Fee: $69.95 | General Admission Is Required. | Minimum Age 8 Two...
Join Ranger Kevin and learn about these iconic and often misunderstood serpents of the Sonoran Desert. Come to the Nature Center and meet Ranger Kevin from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The theme is All About Rattlesnakes!, so bring your curiosity and your questions. We’ll bust some misbegotten myths about these creatures as well as...
Make summer shine at Flashlight Nights. Bring a flashlight and enjoy the Garden after dark with performances, cool treats, hands-on activities and creature features. DATE: Saturdays | July 29 - Sept. 2 TIME: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. PRICE: Included with Membership or General Admission July 29 Harmony Project – Mariachi Liberty Wildlife Aug. 5 8...
Join Ranger Steve for an evening hike on the Quail Trail to look for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife! Join Ranger Steve for an exciting ~2-mile easy night hike on the Quail Trail to look for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife! Species seen on previous hikes include snakes, lizards, packrats, coyotes, bobcats, owls, spiders, and more! Please...