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Desert Botanical Garden: Butterfly Photography – An Exclusive Experience in the Majestic Mariposas Exhibit

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix

Get pro tips from fine art nature photographer Joanne West to turn butterfly snapshots into captivating photographs. You'll learn ways to use your camera settings and various lens perspectives to accentuate color, utilize different lighting conditions, freeze motion and achieve sharpness. The classroom presentation will be followed by private hands-on practice in the butterfly pavilion....

$41.95

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

Maricopa County Library District: Time for Toddlers

MCLDAZ - Fountain Hills Branch 12901 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills

Children 18 months-3 years old are invited to join us for age appropriate stories & activities that focus on developing early literacy skills. Our theme is “Animals.”

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert 101

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

After your morning hikes, cool off in the nature center at the discovery table and meet Ranger Jacque to ask about the diverse plants and animals found in the desert!...

Free with Park Fee

Liberty Wildlife: Eagle/Raptors at the Rails

Verde Canyon Railroad 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale

Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors!  

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: Scorpion Hike

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear

The hike will follow the Coldwater trail for 3.5 miles through rolling hills. The trail can be sandy and rocky in places and is rated as moderate. Please make sure to have a headlamp or flashlight with fully charged batteries or a power bank with you. If you have a blacklight please bring it along...

Free with Park Fee

Butterfly Wonderland: Movie Night @ Butterfly Wonderland “Flight of the Butterflies”

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

Monarchs & Mexico Night: Explore the wonders of the Monarch butterfly’s incredible migration in a 45-minute film that unravels their mysterious journey to Mexico. Enjoy a pre-movie social from 6-7 p.m. with Mexican-inspired refreshments and stay for a special Q&A and raffle. Tickets: $20. Register on EventBrite.com or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 204 for more details.

$20

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of fun and adventure as we set off in search of desert wildlife.   Enjoy a roughly two-mile evening hike on the Wild Burro trail. We’ll be on the lookout for all kinds of evening-active critters, from skunks to scorpions, spiders, snakes, fox, coyote, deer, owls and more! The trail...

Free with Park Fee