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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Waterfall Morning Hike

White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell

Get your blood pumping and work off some of that Thanksgiving meal this morning with Ranger Shaun!   Come walk the lovely, if deceptively named, Waterfall Trail this morning with Ranger Shaun. This roughly 1-mile trail is barrier free for the first half and easy rated for the 2nd and has restrooms and water fountains at...

Free with Park Fee

Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an amazing illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling...

Free with Admission

Arizona Worm Farm: Kids Compost with Worm

Arizona Worm Farm 8430 S. 19th Ave., Phoenix

Do you have a child that loves worms and gardening? This class is for kids from ages 6 to 11 (a bit younger is OK if your child is focused). It's fun, interactive, and educational! This class will teach you everything you need to know about composting with worms in a container. Price: $75 (covers...

$75

Friends of the San Pedro River: San Pedro House Nature Walk

San Pedro House 9800 Highway 90, Sierra Vista

The San Pedro River is one of the last free flowing rivers in the Southwest and home to one of the largest cottonwood-willow riparian forests remaining in Arizona. On this walk we will discuss the interactions between the living and nonliving components that make up this unique riparian ecosystem and its importance to the surrounding...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Venomous Creatures

White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell

Drop by and chat with Ranger Shaun about venomous reptiles and arthropods in our desert and get a sneak peek at the classroom program that takes place afterward!   Ranger Shaun is doing some Q&A before lunch to give people a chance to ask questions and get up close to the ambassadors. Come see animals, animal...

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! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...

Free – $10

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Catalina State Park Nature Program

Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson

The Nature Program is a live reptile exhibit and the perfect opportunity for people of all ages to learn all about Arizona’s wildlife! Our team of passionate, experienced volunteers are here to answer your questions and show you how these animals have adapted to survive in the Sonoran Desert. Meet at the Trailhead picnic area. This...

Free with Park Fee

Liberty Wildlife: GUIDED TOUR of Liberty Wildlife

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/education/private-tour/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

$15

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lunch and Learn – Venomous Creatures

White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell

Bring a lunch and join Ranger Shaun for a chat about venomous critters!   Rattled by rattlesnakes? Scared of scorpions? Terrified of tarantulas? Bring your lunch and come sit in on a short presentation and Q&A session about venomous creatures from right here in Arizona. Ranger Shaun will have some ambassadors to display, some artifacts to...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Lunch and Learn – Venomous Creatures

White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell

Bring a lunch and join Ranger Shaun for a chat about venomous critters!   Rattled by rattlesnakes? Scared of scorpions? Terrified of tarantulas? Bring your lunch and come sit in on a short presentation and Q&A session about venomous creatures from right here in Arizona. Ranger Shaun will have some ambassadors to display, some artifacts to...

Free with Park Fee

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

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary: Wildlights and Animal Sights Opening Weekend

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary 1403 Heritage Park Rd., Prescott

Join us this holiday season for our annual “Wildlights and Animal Sights” event here at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary! The holiday light display will be open to the public every Friday & Saturday evening from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, beginning on November 29th and 30th and running through January 3rd & 4th, 2025. The park will...

$12