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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Morning Meander

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Enjoy an early morning walk to watch for birds, lizards, snakes, and more with Ranger Jacque.   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. If you have them, bring binoculars or magnifying glasses for the...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

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...

Free with Park Fee

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Rattlesnakes

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Snakes are on the move again. Come talk with Ranger Shaun to find out why, and how to safely see one, or avoid it!   We’re closing out Summer, even if the temperatures don’t think so. Snakes are going to be more active again soon. If this makes you excited, uncomfortable, or curious Ranger Shaun would...

Free with Park Fee

Flagstaff Festival of Science: Tag a Monarch Butterfly

Bubbling Ponds Fish Hatchery 1970 N. Page Springs Rd., Cornville

Discover the art of tagging monarchs during their fall migration with the Southwest Monarch Study! Nets and tags are provided for this educational experience. Adults and youth are welcome, though children must be accompanied by a parent. Registration is limited, so secure your spot by contacting [email protected] for more details. Join us in contributing to...

Free

Desert Botanical Garden: Nature and Ecology – Wildcats of the Desert

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Arizona is home to four different species of wildcats including the third largest felid in the world. Wildcats of all species are capable of taking prey much larger than themselves and seemingly impossible feats of athleticism. Feared, loathed and worshiped, wildcats have had a varied relationship with humans from the beginnings of time. From Jaguars...

$29.95

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk

Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa

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 follows NoSo and a portion of Amigos Wash Trails to make a 2-mile trek. The terrain varies from...

Free with Park Fee