Trip Rating: Moderate. Walking Distance: 2 miles on uneven dirt trails with some steps. This trip is ideal for beginner birders or visitors eager to learn about the birds of the Sonoran Desert. If you’re an experienced birder, I’ll be asking for your help. We’ll explore the less-traveled area accessed from the Sabino Canyon overflow...
It's the first of Spring! Join Ranger Shaun for a hike to celebrate the Spring Equinox! Spring is nearly here, and the Preserve is glad to let us know! Come wander the pathways with Ranger Shaun and see what we can find as changing temperatures bring out old familiar faces returning from vacations, like our...
Join us at the Birding Trail kiosk (next to campsite #12 in Patagonia Lake State Park) for a ranger led hike to learn about the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake and Sonoita Creek. The park is designated as an Important Bird Area by the Audubon Society. If you are a bird watcher you may hit...
Join Ranger Kevin for a scenic hike and learn more about the amazing Sonoran Desert. This introduction to the Sonoran Desert is perfect for residents and visitors alike. Join Ranger Kevin for a 2-mile hike on the Spur Cross and Metate trails. Trails are rated moderate, so expect stretches of loose rock, uneven terrain and...
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...
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Ever wondered what adaptations a reptile needs to survive in a dry desert or a rainforest? Take a trip around the world to meet reptiles from various habitats and learn...
Animals, music, and LEGOs® oh my! Join us for a Senior Celebration and relaxing day at the Zoo. Admission is $5 for guests ages 62 and older. Observe special animal encounters and learn about whole life care at the Zoo during keeper chats, take part in themed activities, meet ambassador animals and more. Enjoy performances...
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...
Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you! Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn...
Join Ranger Kevin for a midday hike in our beautiful springtime desert. Join Ranger Kevin for a 2.6-mile hike on the Dragonfly trail. Trail is rated easy-moderate, with some loose...
Our diverse southwestern landscapes are a magnet for pollinators - from 1,300 species of native bees to 19 kinds of hummingbirds and even nectar-loving bats. In this talk, you'll meet some of our favorite insect and bird visitors, discover the plants they love, and learn how to create a pollinator-friendly backyard. No bird feeder needed...
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...
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...
Let creativity take flight at Butterfly Brushstrokes, an intimate and inspiring painting event at Butterfly Wonderland. Perfect for a fun night out or a unique date night, this guided class leads participants through creating a stunning butterfly-themed masterpiece—no experience necessary! With all the materials provided, guests can simply relax, paint, and enjoy the artistic journey....
Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts. Please bring a flashlight and a jacket. Caution: The...