Sink your teeth into creativity in the Art Studio! Learn about the different types of animal teeth and how they help creatures eat, chew, and survive. Then, bring your favorite animal to life as you design and craft your own toothy puppet! It’s a hands-on mix of art and science that’s sure to make you...

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....

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...

Sink your teeth into creativity in the Art Studio! Learn about the different types of animal teeth and how they help creatures eat, chew, and survive. Then, bring your favorite animal to life as you design and craft your own toothy puppet! It’s a hands-on mix of art and science that’s sure to make you...

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....

Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library...

Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library...

It’s important to take care of your teeth—celebrate Tooth-day with us every Tuesday as we do a special tooth-related activity. Children will get creative making unique smiles for animal faces using playdough. Learn about the teeth of various animals while enjoying this sensory activity!

Get ready, STEAM Explorers! This week we’re heading to the wild side as we learn all about wildlife and the fun facts that make each animal amazing. Wildlife is an important part of our ecosystem, and every creature—big or small—plays a special role. Let’s explore the wonders of the wild together!

Boasting awe-inspiring landscapes and the richest hummingbird diversity in the nation, it’s easy to see why Arizona is a mecca for both songbirds and birders alike. Explore Phoenix’s vast habitats alongside a birding professional to discover 13 hypnotic species. You’ll learn to how this avian family lives and tips to identify area species.

Located in the Tucson Sky Islands Important Bird Area, Catalina State Park is home to 150+ species of birds. Experienced birding guides will help you spot and identify beautiful birds as you walk through the park for 3-4 hours. Bring binoculars and a birding field guide to enhance your experience! Guides are sold in the gift...

Sink your teeth into creativity in the Art Studio! Learn about the different types of animal teeth and how they help creatures eat, chew, and survive. Then, bring your favorite animal to life as you design and craft your own toothy puppet! It’s a hands-on mix of art and science that’s sure to make you...

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....

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...

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

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

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...

Sink your teeth into creativity in the Art Studio! Learn about the different types of animal teeth and how they help creatures eat, chew, and survive. Then, bring your favorite animal to life as you design and craft your own toothy puppet! It’s a hands-on mix of art and science that’s sure to make you...

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....

Homeschool students can join Ranger Nikki on a birdwatching walk and learn how to identify common desert birds and their homes.  Our mild winter season is a great time to get outside and enjoy observing our feathered friends. Ranger Nikki will introduce students to some common bird species that can be seen at our desert...

Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors!  

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...

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...

Come join us for our Verde Valley SciTech Festival programming: Create a New Animal or Plant- design your own new animal or plant species and create a scientific fact sheet. Ages 6 - 12     Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), featuring free...

Meet a rescued kingsnake, learn about local snakes, & create a fun snake craft with AZ State Park Rangers.     Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), featuring free events across the Verde Valley.   Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to...

Join Desert Foothills Land Trust for a special outdoor screening of "Cactus Hotel" under the desert stars. Inspired by the beloved children's book "Welcome to the Cactus Hotel," the film follows the life of one towering saguaro and the community of desert creatures who depend on it. Watch as Gila woodpeckers carve out nesting holes,...

Learn all about the resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Eric.   Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about identification, behavior, and ecology of our Sonoran Desert birds during this guided hike. We will hike about 2.5 miles roundtrip on the Dragonfly Trail at Spur...

Join us at the Birding Trail kiosk (next to campsite #12 in Patagonia Lake State Park) for a ranger led hike to learn about the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake and Sonoita Creek. The park is designated as an Important Bird Area by the Audubon Society. If you are a bird watcher you may hit...

Sink your teeth into creativity in the Art Studio! Learn about the different types of animal teeth and how they help creatures eat, chew, and survive. Then, bring your favorite animal to life as you design and craft your own toothy puppet! It’s a hands-on mix of art and science that’s sure to make you...

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....

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...

Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch  7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, United States  

Let creativity take flight at Butterfly Brushstrokes, an intimate and inspiring painting event at Butterfly Wonderland. Perfect for a fun night out or a unique date night, this guided class leads participants through creating a stunning butterfly-themed masterpiece—no experience necessary! With all the materials provided, guests can simply relax, paint, and enjoy the artistic journey....

Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts. Please bring a flashlight and a jacket. Caution:  The...

Learn about the resident and migrant birds of the Sonoran Desert on this guided walk with Ranger Eric.   Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way we will discuss how to identify birds by sight and sound, and about...

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 us for a 90-minute walk around the Phoenix Zoo where we will learn the basics of photography including composition, lighting and capturing emotion. On our walk, we will cover how to photograph through fences, glass and foliage in addition to learning more about the Phoenix Zoo and the natural world. At the end of...

Sink your teeth into creativity in the Art Studio! Learn about the different types of animal teeth and how they help creatures eat, chew, and survive. Then, bring your favorite animal to life as you design and craft your own toothy puppet! It’s a hands-on mix of art and science that’s sure to make you...

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....

Step away from the noise and into a world where the air is fresher, the colors richer, and every sound tells a story. On this guided nature walk, you’ll wander along paths shaded by the cottonwood-willow gallery, pause beside the San Pedro River and Green Kingfisher Pond, catch glimpses of butterflies, and listen to the...

Put on your camouflage and boots and head over to the Gilbert Outdoor Expo at the Riparian Preserve. You'll have a chance to brush up on various outdoor activities and learn some new skills! Go fishing, explore wildlife, climb on the rock wall, and much more. This free event is sure to be something the whole...

“Whitewater Draw is famous for its wintering Sandhill Cranes. Tens of thousands of Sandhill Cranes spend the winter in the Sulphur Springs Valley and there is no better place for viewing them than Whitewater Draw. They feed in the nearby fields and come to Whitewater as a safe place to roost. These magnificent birds arrive...

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...

The course is divided into two sections. The first half of the course is a classroom lecture portion where participants learn about misconceptions and discuss real rattlesnake behavior. The second half participants with learn how to safely relocate a rattlesnake using proper safety equipment. Each participant receives a certificate once they learn how to safely relocate a rattlesnake. If the participant...

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

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

Explore the butterfly life cycle & make colorful tie-dye butterflies.     Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), featuring free events across the Verde Valley.   Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all...

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...

Join us for our 4th annual Connection to Nature Community Event on Saturday, February 21st, from noon to 2 PM! This free event is open to the public and features a variety of activities celebrating our shared commitment to caring for the earth. Enjoy crafts, games, animal encounters, enrichment presentations, food, a raffle, and more!...

Located in the Tucson Sky Islands Important Bird Area, Catalina State Park is home to 150+ species of birds. Experienced birding guides will help you spot and identify beautiful birds as you walk through the park for 3-4 hours. Bring binoculars and a birding field guide to enhance your experience! Guides are sold in the gift...

Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric.   Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the lush desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify...

Sink your teeth into creativity in the Art Studio! Learn about the different types of animal teeth and how they help creatures eat, chew, and survive. Then, bring your favorite animal to life as you design and craft your own toothy puppet! It’s a hands-on mix of art and science that’s sure to make you...

Join us in exploring how animals show their appreciation and affection for one another in unique ways! Make a nature valentine with your Little Critter and meet live animal ambassadors to discover how animals show care for one another, choose partners, and develop their own families. Age: Designed for children ages 3-5 years (One adult...

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....

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

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

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate walk to explore riparian and desert trails at the preserve.  Learn about the plants and animals of the preserve’s riparian and desert areas on a 3-mile guided walk with Ranger Nikki. The route follows the easy terrain of Palm Loop, Mesquite Meander, Lion’s and River Ramble Trails...

Grab your grownup and join the Tempe Park Rangers for a discussion and demonstration about animals and nature! Live animals are frequently included.

Arizona Birds is a program that educates the public about the various raptors that can be found here, whether as permanent residents or migrating through the state. The program focuses on their natural history and best places to find them in the wild.  Nancy Kreuder, Wildlife Education Outreach Coordinator Arizona Game and Fish Department will...