Join us for an introduction to birdwatching basics at the Tucson Bird Alliance Mason Center. After feeder watching at the Center, stroll across Hardy Rd to Arthur Pack Regional Park for some 20 to 30 more species along the trails and golf course pond. Meet at the Mason Center (3835 W. Hardy Rd.) on the...
Birds love riparian (streamside) habitats with native plants, making this location, which is home to both, one of the “birdiest” spots on the east side of Tucson. We’ll explore about 2 miles along the wash, with good chances of seeing raptors, woodpeckers, busy songbirds, ground-hugging sparrows, and towhees. I’ll point out the Watershed Management Group’s...
We will walk a route that navigates habitats not normally visited at Danny Lopez Park (formerly Columbus Park) along with touching the traditional spots. This is not an easy ¾ mile walk around Silverbell Lake, but a 1.75-mile trek over some uneven terrain. There are bathrooms, benches, shade, and water but we will only occasionally be near them. ...
Join our local bird enthusiasts for a guided bird walk through the Rio Salado habitat! These walks are for everyone: experts, novices, and people who have never gone birding in their entire life. What to Know Before You Go: Bring water and wear sunscreen and shoes for walking. Groups usually travel slowly, over varying...
Join Marcia OBara for an outing designed for nature lovers with or without accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. On this trip, we will gather at one of Southern Arizona’s birding gems: Santa Rita Lodge in Madera Canyon! Here, we’ll watch for hummingbirds, migrating orioles, and an abundance of other species....
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
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 sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
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...
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. This program is weather dependent. Meet at...
Join us on Saturday, April 18th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for our annual Earth Day Celebration in Sedona's red rocks! FREE admission from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.! This event features live wildlife presentations, nature hikes, booths, games, prizes, kids crafts, and much more! Learn from our community partners how we can all...
The day is done and it’s time to unwind and settle in for the night. As the stars begin to appear so does the night shift. You might not know that they are there, but many of the desert’s night life have come out into the cover and coolness of the dark, looking for food...
The Sonoran Desert is home to a wide variety of venomous reptiles and arthropods and myths about them abound, yet only a handful are capable of producing medically significant injuries in people. Spend the afternoon learning which creatures are truly dangerous, how to identify them, avoid their bites and stings, and provide appropriate first aid....
Whale Super Highway follows humpback whales and pygmy blue whales on their 4,000-mile migration down the coast of Western Australia to the freezing waters of Antarctica and back again. Whale Super Highway provides a stunning look at life in the waters of Western Australia. It reveals fascinating information about these whales — while underscoring how much we...
Whale Super Highway follows humpback whales and pygmy blue whales on their 4,000-mile migration down the coast of Western Australia to the freezing waters of Antarctica and back again. Whale Super Highway provides a stunning look at life in the waters of Western Australia. It reveals fascinating information about these whales — while underscoring how much we...
Whale Super Highway follows humpback whales and pygmy blue whales on their 4,000-mile migration down the coast of Western Australia to the freezing waters of Antarctica and back again. Whale Super Highway provides a stunning look at life in the waters of Western Australia. It reveals fascinating information about these whales — while underscoring how much we...
Enjoy badgework activities and games alongside other troops! Girl Scout camps have prepared curriculum for multiple scout levels, plus pre-set dates and sleeping locations. These camps are appropriate for ages 7 and above. Outdoor Art: Come experience the sights and sounds of the zoo at night. Inspired by the Outdoor Art badge, all Girl Scout levels will...