Following the lecture is the hands-on training portion of the course. Participants will observe and learn from the PHS staff member while he/she shows the proper procedures & tools for relocating a snake. This is first done with a non-venomous snake, then once the instructor approves participants' procedures with the non-venomous snake, the group moves on to...
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...
Did you know rattlesnakes can live over 20 years, but you can’t tell how old they are by the length of their rattle? Stop by the Nature Center to chat with Ranger Shaun about Arizona’s venomous animals! Stop by the lobby of the Nature Center from 10am-12pm to chat with Ranger Shaun about the venomous...
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...
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 FAQ...
Join Ranger Steve for an easy after-dark hike on the Merkle Trail to look for nocturnal wildlife! Look for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife with Ranger Steve on this easy 1.5 mile after-dark hike on the Merkle Trail! Species seen on past hikes have included snakes, lizards, spiders, owls, bobcats, coyotes, and more! Although the trails...
Join Ranger Derik for an evening hike on the park trails to find nocturnal wildlife! Learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert while on an evening walk with Ranger Derik! Wildlife seen on past walks have included snakes, bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please...
Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! Hiking will be easy to moderate on occasionally rocky and uneven terrain, and will be about 1-2 miles roundtrip, depending on heat and participant interest. Wildlife...
Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! Hiking will be easy to moderate on occasionally rocky and uneven terrain, and will be about 1-2 miles roundtrip, depending on heat and participant interest. Wildlife...
Bats, and frogs, and snakes – oh my! Join two naturalists as we seek flying, slithering, and hopping creatures that come out at night. Explore the nocturnal world using bat detectors to discover which species are flying above our heads, and flashlights to observe snakes and other herpetofaunal creatures active during summer nights. Learn about...