Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the natural history of Gates Pass. Hike among Saguaros to get a closer look at the interesting and diverse flora and fauna that helps make the Sonoran Desert so unique. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are...
Where Learning Gets Wild! These interactive programs encourage families to learn about the animal world together. Each program features a different animal theme and includes animal ambassador encounters, movement-based activities,...
Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS. Each day is three...
Do you love dinosaurs? Spend the day going back in time to learn about the similarities and differences between modern reptiles and dinosaurs! Did you know that the biggest snake to ever exist was the extinct Titanoboa at 42 ft long?! Have you ever touched real animal bones and fossils? Dinosaur camp will teach you...
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...
Discover the beauty of Patagonia Lake on a pontoon boat tour. The park volunteers and staff will share about the local habitat, wildlife, and history of the lake. Reservations are...
Put on your swimsuit, OdySea Aquarium wetsuit and SeaTREK helmet and get ready to dive in! Our certified guides will take you deep into one of our largest underwater environments...
Drop by the Pollinator Garden for some post Desert Defending debriefing with Ranger Shaun Ranger! Now that we’ve Defended the Desert from some invasive plants, let’s go regroup in the Pollinator Garden where we can discuss Arthropods. We’ll meet pests, pollinators, and protectors of all shapes and sizes. Learn about how insects and plants have...
Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort...
Join Ranger Olivia on an evening stroll to watch the full moon rise over the mountains. Ranger Olivia will lead you on an evening walk to enjoy a peaceful evening in the desert as the full moon rises. We will also keep an eye and ear out for any creatures that may be stirring, such...
Join Ranger Kevin for a beautiful evening hike under the moon and stars. Come watch the full moon rise over the Superstition mountains! We’ll take the Blevins trail to its easternmost point, where we’ll wait for what should be a spectacular moonrise. When we’ve had our fill of that, we’ll take Blevins west to Noso,...