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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Hike

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear

Join Ranger Eric for an early morning hike to look for and learn about resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran Desert before the day heats up! We will meet...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird Meet-Up

Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa

Join us to observe and identify various birds at our bird feeders. Join us on the back patio of the Nature Center to observe and identify the various birds at our...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Arizona Homeschool Day

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

Homeschool families – Join us for a hands-on learning adventure that focuses on super cool (and super-hot!) Arizona basics led by Rangers Olivia, Shaun and Derik in ongoing 35-minute workshop...

Free with Park Fee

City of Chandler: Verde Canyon Railroad

Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler

Experience wonders aboard the luxurious Verde Canyon Railroad. During this four-hour narrated ride, learn about the local history, culture, and charm of iconic landscapes, including rare high-desert riparian habitats, red-rock...

$196 – $265

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...

$84.60

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

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Butterfly Walk at the Pollinator Garden

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear

Even here in the Sonoran Desert you can find a good variety of butterflies! These important pollinators are most often found around native plants, so going on this easy walk with Ranger Eric may give you some ideas on what you might want to plant in your own garden to attract butterflies! We will learn...

Free with Park Fee

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...

$350

City of Chandler: Ducks, Geese, and More!

Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler

Water is a valuable desert resource and attracts many different types of birds. Learn more about which birds call AZ ponds and lakes home, and what we can do to...

$7 – $10