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...
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...
Birds of a feather flock together as experienced birders enhance their bird identification skills. This class will introduce birders to advanced techniques such as behaviors, calls, and locations to aid in recognizing birds. Ages 18+
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them, but some will...
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 at the Nature Center first and check out the nearby vegetation for birds, before going over to the pollinator garden and fountain, followed by caravaning...
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 buttes, and ancient ruins. The excursion stops for lunch and dinner; meals are at your own expense. Activity Level: Easiest Distance: Varies | Elevation Change:...