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...
It’s International Bats Weekend! Join Ranger Kevin and learn about these mystifying and often misunderstood mammals of the Sonoran Desert. Come to the Discovery Center and help Ranger Kevin celebrate International Bats Weekend from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Bring your curiosity and your questions. We’ll bust some misbegotten myths about these creatures as well...
Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert mammals such as coyotes, foxes and bobcats. Learn about desert mammals with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session. See pelts and skulls and learn about adaptations that allow these animals to survive and thrive in our extreme desert environment. Stop by...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate leisurely evening walk to enjoy the sunset and spotlight nocturnal animals. Join Ranger Nikki for a 2-mile evening walk to enjoy the...
ur Scorpion walks are an opportunity to learn about native scorpions in their desert home. We will likely encounter several species of scorpion and have an opportunity to watch them exploring and hunting. Park Rangers will lead and assist with finding the scorpions. The hike is for nature appreciation and education. We will be...
Join Ranger Derik for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Enjoy an after-hours trail walk to learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve with Ranger Derik! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool...
Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Eric! Wildlife may include scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals. Hiking will be easy to moderate on occasionally rocky or uneven terrain, and will be up...
Come see what sort of thrilling show plays out on tonight’s stage at Bug Theater with Ranger Shaun! Join Ranger Shaun for an evening of education and entertainment quite unlike...