Ranger Nikki will lead you on a hike to look to observe birds, insects, mammals, and reptiles starting their day and learn about saguaros, cholla, prickly pear and more. We will also look for seasonal vegetation brought about by any monsoon rain activity. The route will be approx. 3 miles out-and-back on Slate and part...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert butterflies that can be seen along our park trails and how you can take part in the Maricopa County Parks Butterfly Monitoring initiative. Learn about desert butterflies with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session inside the Nature Center. See preserved specimens...
Learn how to raise Nigerian Dwarf Goats in the Sonoran Desert! Our city permits the keeping of dwarf goats, and they are wonderfully adapted to our climate! Learn simple ways of keeping goats comfortable and well fed. A variety of Nigerian Dwarf Goats will be brought for attendees to pet, feed, and get to know!...
Compare their diverse strategies for movement, defense, and feeding. Discover their unique adaptations to desert life. Presented by Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the nocturnal animals on this guided hike. Wildlife we may see includes scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals! We will hike 1-2 miles roundtrip depending on heat and participant interest on...
Search for scorpions with Ranger Jacque out on the trails on this family-friendly and fun nighttime safari! Don’t forget to bring a blacklight! Summer is here and so are our scorpion friends. We’ll be on the lookout for our Sonoran species, and whoever finds the Giant Desert Hairy scorpion wins! This fun program starts with...
Explore the nocturnal world of bats, beginning with an introduction to their diversity, biology, and conservation. The group will then set off on a casual stroll with a bat detector to determine which species are flying over our heads.