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Tucson Bird Alliance: Sweetwater Wetlands with Donito Burgess

Sweetwater Wetlands 2511 W. Sweetwater Dr., Tucson

This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created by Tucson Water to see waterfowl, regular and visiting warblers, and several exciting species hiding in the reeds. Birders of all experience levels welcome! The Wetlands are located at 2511 W Sweetwater Drive. Limited to 12 participants per group. Leader: Donito...

Free – $5

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Morning Meander

Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek

We’ll cover a little piece of a whole bunch of trails! While briefly traveling across 5 different trails, you’ll tack roughly 2 miles onto your step tracker for the day. Our short loop will start from the Nature Center and take us Overton, Slate, Jasper, Go John, Clay Mine, and return us to Overton to...

Free with Park Fee

Tucson Bird Alliance: Sweetwater Wetlands with Alex Patia

Sweetwater Wetlands 2511 W. Sweetwater Dr., Tucson

This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created by Tucson Water to see waterfowl, regular and visiting warblers, and several exciting species hiding in the reeds. Birders of all experience levels welcome! The Wetlands are located at 2511 W Sweetwater Drive. Limited to 12 participants per group. Leader: Alex...

Free – $5

Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources: Birding Canoa Ranch

The Raul M. Grijalva Canoa Ranch Conservation Park 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley

Visit Historic Canoa Ranch, a birding hotspot in Pima County. Canoa Ranch is a great place to do some birding. On this walk, we explore the pond, cienega, and surrounding desert of this hotspot. We expect to see an interesting combination of migrant and resident birds. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd.,...

$5

Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Bird Walk

Boyce Thompson Arboretum 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior

Boyce Thompson Arboretum has been named an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society, serving as a habitat for numerous species of birds. Join our beginner-friendly guided walk to explore this unique landscape with a variety of bird species. Tours are subject to availability. Registration is first come, first serve. To register for a...

Free with Admission

Arizona – Sonora Desert Museum: Homeschool Day 2026

Arizona - Sonora Desert Museum 2021 N. Kinney Rd., Tucson

Discover the wonders of the Sonoran Desert with an unforgettable, hands-on learning adventure at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum — where science, wildlife, and nature come alive! Homeschoolers will enjoy a day of exploration and meaningful education. Who: Homeschool families with learners ages 3 to 18 Cost: $8 per child; $12 per adult. No advanced tickets...

$8 – $12

Arizona Worm Farm: Kids Learn About Soil Grades 3-5 “The Harvest Crew”

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

Do you have a child that loves gardening? This class is for kids in grades 3-5. It's fun, interactive, and educational! This hands-on learning tour lets your students travel through the worm farm while they help analyze environmental data to demonstrate that living things depend on land, water, and air to survive. Price: $25 (for...

$25

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: CAPYBARA ENCOUNTER

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park

Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...

$84.60

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: PENGUIN ENCOUNTER

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park

Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...

$94.95

Tucson Botanical Gardens: Garden Story Time – The Crow and the Pitcher

Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson

This Week’s Book with Jim Weiss Storytelling: The Crow and the Pitcher This Week’s Activity: Handprint Crows Garden Story Time is back! Join us every Wednesday morning at 10:00 am in the Education Classroom for an interactive story session. Our weekly hour together features a mix of nature-themed stories, sensory activities, and crafts. Held rain...

Free with Admission

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit. 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....

Free – $10

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/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

$15

Pima County Parenting Coalition: Wonders of the Desert – Nature Play & Story Time

Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary 9875 S. Sasabe Rd., Tucson

Nature Play & Story Time: Bats About Bats! Families will learn how desert bats live, including how they fly, sleep upside down, and use echolocation to find food. Children will discover the important role bats play in the desert ecosystem by controlling insect populations, and they’ll develop curiosity and understanding about these unique nighttime animals....

Free

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SEA LION ENCOUNTER

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park

Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...

$94.95

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SLOTH ENCOUNTER

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park

Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...

$74.25

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Mammal Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

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 more about the mammal residents at PHS! Your VIP-Inspired Experience Includes: Capybara interaction for the group. Meet, pet, and feed our adorable capybara "Spud"! Opossum interaction...

$350

Reid Park Zoo: Boo at the Zoo 2026 (Sensory Friendly Night)

Reid Park Zoo 3400 Zoo Court, Tucson

Enjoy A Bewitching Evening! On Wednesday, October 21, join us for Sensory Night! This evening will have no flashing lights or loud music, and a limited capacity of attendees. Dig up your zombies and grab your ghouls! Show off your boo-tiful costumes at Reid Park Zoo for a delightful, not too frightful, family friendly evening...

Free – $16

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Hike

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

Join Ranger Eric to look for scorpions and other nocturnal wildlife on an easy to moderate hike along the Waterfall Trail. The first 0.5-mile is paved and barrier-free, but the...

Free with Park Fee