Welcome! Join us for a guided adventure in the beautiful McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We have something for everyone. The Conservancy relies on the generosity of donors to support our conservation efforts in the Preserve. Your contributions help us mitigate invasive species, restore burned areas, and monitor wildlife to identify current and future threats. To participate, we...
Join us for an exciting visit from the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and preservation of native and non-native reptiles through education, rehabilitation,...
For those who can’t get enough of our African penguins, we invite you to join us for an exclusive up close and personal Penguin Encounter. Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team to learn specifics about penguin behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to...
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...
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...
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...
According to Arizona’s own historical records, wild horses have been living on the Salt River and the Salt River Valley since well before the Tonto National Forest was created. Our history is their history and they are now protected by state law. Join Salt River Wild Horse Management Group to learn about the origins of...
Join us for a tour around the Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve to learn all about the plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert and how indigenous people have historically lived off the land for generations! 10:30 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
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...
Solve the mystery of wildlife skulls! Park Rangers will show you how different skull characteristics can give you clues to identify bones left behind! Program for kids 8-18 years old. Presented...
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...
Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team an OdySea Aquarium Team Member to learn specifics about sloth behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we...
Learn about the Monarch's life cycle, migration destination and how to invite them to visit your yard. Tips to become a community scientist tracking monarchs will also be featured. This program...
Learn about the Monarch's life cycle, migration destination and how to invite them to visit your yard. Tips to become a community scientist tracking monarchs will also be featured. This program...
If you've seen our caterpillars turn into butterflies this month, come join us for our butterfly release. We will be releasing all the butterflies into the wild.
Welcome Wild Wonders to Reid Park Zoo Art imitates life in brilliant color and detail, and you won’t want to miss the Tucson premiere of Wild Wonders: The Beauty of Art, Culture and Conservation. Visit on the evening of March 29 to kick off this incredible exhibit with a special celebration honoring cultural traditions of southern...
Explore animal habitats around the world from right here at the Zoo! Observe animals’ natural behaviors, learn how the Zoo cares for them, and how YOU can make a difference. Age Group: Juniors Girl Scouts Night Camp Enjoy badgework activities and games alongside other troops! Girl Scout camps have prepared curriculum for a specific scout...