Join experienced birder and Park Volunteer Tom Locascio—a proud member of the Audubon Society and Sun City Birding Club—for a guided bird walk through White Tank Mountain Regional Park. After the walk, gather in the Nature Center classroom for an engaging presentation on the park’s feathered residents, from desert dwellers to seasonal visitors. Please wear...
Fundamentals classes are designed to help you raise a well adjusted and well-behaved puppy or new to you dog into a happy health dog. Fundamentals classes include basic training, leash walking, housebreaking, positive reinforcement of good behaviors, trust centered training and puppy socialization. Group Classes open to puppies ages 10 weeks and up. Dog must...
Help restore habitat for birds at the Rio Salado Audubon Center! Spend a few hours outdoors making a difference for birds and their habitat at the Rio Salado Audubon Center in South Phoenix. Volunteer projects vary throughout the year and may include invasive plant removal, trail maintenance, seed collection, plant installation, painting, and litter cleanup....
Join us for a relaxing morning at the Paton Center, featuring short, easy walks (less than a mile total) along trails like the Cuckoo Corridor and Gray Hawk Birding Trail. We’ll also spend some unhurried time enjoying the activity around the bird feeders. Trails on site are mostly packed dirt or gravel, with the possibility...
This will be a "moderate" difficulty-level two mile hike through the Papago Preserve. The ranger guiding the hike will teach you about flora, fauna, and geological features of the southwest...
The event includes plant sales by the Master Gardeners and Metro Tech Horticulture department, invited plant and craft vendors, student clubs, prize drawings, and a treasure of rummage items. Unique vendor items this year include a beautiful variety of arts and crafts, homemade baked goods by Metro Tech culinary students, handmade soaps, crafts, and jewelry,...
Step into a tranquil morning at Butterfly Wonderland, where photographers (18+) can capture breathtaking images of butterflies, birds, and reptiles in their lush rainforest habitat. With special access before the doors open to the public, this rare opportunity offers perfect lighting and peaceful surroundings for stunning shots. Director of Animal Care & Entomologist Derek Kellogg...
Join us as we share tips for maintaining annual & perennial herbs and flowers in the low desert. We'll cover healthy soil makeup, plant spacing, light management, fertilizing, and companion planting. Plus! A focus on flowers and seed saving to attract pollinators season after season. Each registration includes: 4 seasonal plant starts, 1/2 gallon worm...
Join us for a family-friendly morning getting to know bats’ amazing (not spooky!) superpowers. Bring the whole family to beautiful Agua Caliente Park to explore the amazing world of bats through games, stories and crafts. Ages 6+
Come Celebrate Fall at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary’s Fall ZOOFest! Bounce House Maze Photo Spots Concessions Animal feedings October 24 & 25, 2026 Activities from 9am-5pm, included with paid admission. Members FREE!
This class builds on the basics skills learned in the fundamentals dog training class. We revisit basic training, leash walking, positive reinforcement, and socialization and take them to the next level with time, distance and distractions. ***Must have Puppy Star or equivalent certification*** Intermediate Dog training Group Sessions are open to dogs ages 5 month...
Worms reduce, reuse, recycle and you can too! This class will teach you everything you need to know about composting with worms in your garden or Raised Bed. What you’ll learn: -General understanding of worm related operations at the Arizona Worm Farm -The benefits of vermicomposting -How to set up a worm habitat You will...
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...
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...
Join us for a fun, family-friendly nature adventure at the Rio Salado Audubon Center! Families are invited to get outside, explore the trails and gardens, and discover the wildlife that calls Rio Salado home. Enjoy an easy walk with plenty of opportunities to spot birds, insects, plants, and more. After the walk, stick around for...
Arizona is home to 29 different species of bats! Bats are important pollinators for Arizona and the reason we have the Saguaro cactus. Families will learn about these amazing creatures with hands-on activities. Non-Member child (5-17) $10 Member child ($8) Up to 2 adults free with child* *Please no more than 2 participating adults per...
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...
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....
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
Advanced Dog classes build off the skills learned in Fundamentals and Intermediate classes. This class includes basic training, leash walking, real life situations, positive reinforcement, working with multiple dogs, and socialization. ***Must have CGC or equivalent certification*** Advanced Dog training Group Sessions are open to dogs ages 1 year or older and have passed the...
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,...
Education staff invite you on this special behind the scenes tour to learn about the unique adaptations of some of the largest types of tortoises. Learn about how we care for our largest tortoises at the Zoo and how our everyday actions can help protect tortoises in the wild. This experience provides an opportunity to...
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...
HD South welcomes Kathie McMahon, author of the award-winning chapter book series, Mortimer and Me, about an 8-year-old boy and a moose named Mortimer. Kathie will be talking about her 8-book series, as well as reading from Moose in Training, the first book in her new series, Mortimer and Lily. Illustrator Tanja Bauerle will demonstrate how to draw...
From coyotes to javelinas, this class brings Arizona wildlife to life in clay. Participants are introduced to hand building techniques like pinch and coil, how to build stable forms, add details and experiment with texture as they create their own desert-inspired sculptures. All supplies and clay are provided. Oct 24, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026...
Have you ever scratched your head about a bird at your feeder or a strange new plant in your yard? Join Dr. Courtney Duchardt from University of Arizona Cooperative Extension to learn more about some of the common species in our area, as well as skills and tools you can use to identify these species!...
It’s time for another full moon in our desert! Ranger Nikki will lead you on a slow-paced hike to watch the sunset and enjoy the surroundings as night settles in and the moon climbs higher above the mountains. Nocturnal critters such as bats, owls, tarantulas, geckos, centipedes, stink bugs and more might be stirring about,...
Make your plans to join us for the 2026 Wishes for Wildlife event This year’s Wishes for Wildlife event honors some the longest tenured animal Ambassadors, like Bailey, Apache, Chaco, and Lance. These outstanding animals are a testament to the care at Liberty Wildlife, one of the nations largest wildlife rehabilitation centers. In past...
Come visit the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary's annual Gators and Ghouls event for a spooky family night of FUN! The PHS property will be open for guests to explore all of the activities and some of the amazing reptiles we care for! We will be offering a variety of reptile and Halloween fun including: Candy!!!! (goodies...
Enjoy A Bewitching Evening! 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 at Boo at the Zoo, presented by One AZ Credit Union. You’ll have an enchanting time with the whole family at this Tucson Halloween tradition. Proceeds...
The Hunter’s Moon hangs high in the sky. Let’s see what we can find in the park as the cooler evening temps slip back in! As the month winds down, the desert is finishing up its summer routine and finally breaking into the fall patterns as temperatures come down and precipitation gets whispered about hopefully...
The zoo gates creak open after hours for a frightfully fun night filled with plenty of trick-or-treating, two "spooky" Sea Lion shows, a costume contest, monster mash dance party, and more! Costumes are encouraged and little goblins and ghouls will love exploring the aquarium area after dark in a safe family friendly atmosphere that's all...