Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
Carr House Host Mike Foster will show videos and talk about the Yaqui Easter and Lent celebrations in the original 8 Yaqui pueblos of Sonora Mexico as well in Tucson. This will include the famous Deer Dance. The Mayo interpretation of Easter will also be covered in the pueblo of Jupare. Hosted by the Friends [...]
The Verde BioBlitz is back for its fifth year! Join us in exploring the incredible biodiversity of the Verde River Watershed while contributing to real scientific research. Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or just love being outdoors, this is your chance to help document the plants, animals, birds, and insects that call this area home. [...]
Watch and interact with fossil preparators as they prepare paleontological specimens found throughout Petrified Forest National Park. Open to the public every Thursday, everyone is invited to observe this fascinating and painstaking process, ask questions, and learn more about the fossils found here. All ages are welcome. Located on the northeast side of the Painted [...]
Join Community Outreach Assistant at the Desert Laboratory, Robert Villa on a walk of Tumamoc Hill. Along the way he will talk about some of the plants, animals, and natural history of Tumamoc Hill, as well as do his best to answer your questions. Group size limited, please RSVP by email to tumamoc-hill@arizona.edu Caminatas en español [...]
Celebrate Earth Day early with Camp Cooper on Tumamoc Hill! Join us on Saturday, April 19th from 9am-12pm. Free activities, prizes, interactive walk, and more!
This mid-April, join others for a bird walk at Higley Ponds. Common birds species at the ponds include shorebirds, thrashers, roadrunners, hawks and more. Enjoy a short, early morning walk.
Join us in 2025 as we learn about birds in art and their creative influence. Our Keynote Speaker this year is Julie Zickefoose and our featured bird is the Anna’s hummingbird by artist Walt Anderson. You can also read up more on Walt by going to his conservation artist website and his Facebook page. Here [...]
Many of Arizona's residents do not know much about wolves and coyotes in their home state. Wolf populations, including Mexican Gray Wolves, have been recovered after years of wildlife efforts. Jeff Meyers and Cheyenne Towne from the Arizona Game and Fish Department plan to discuss this recovery of wolves and coyotes in Arizona.
Do you like observing nature? Then make your observations count! April 25-28, the Greater Phoenix Area will participate in the 2025 City Nature Challenge. This is a global effort to observe and document as much urban biodiversity as possible, using iNaturalist. This is the 5th year the Greater Phoenix Area will be part of the [...]
Come help keep our trails clean! Staging area is at the BLM Box Canyon trailhead, 1/4 mile past the 2nd river crossing on Rincon Road, unless otherwise noted. Garbage bags, pick sticks, latex gloves, buckets and reflective vests provided. Bring work gloves and water. Organizations/businesses are needed to sponsor monthly cleanups. No funding is required, [...]
WMG’s Living Lab is our demonstration site of hydro-local living and watershed resilience, as well as our office space. The campus is supported by rainwater for all indoor and outdoor needs almost year-round, and includes extensive rain gardens, a native food forest, a 10,000 gallon underground cistern, art exhibits about Tucson’s history of flowing creeks [...]
Are you interested in learning more about properly monitoring, maintaining and constructing trails? Are you a steward of the Arizona Trail or are interested in helping out with trail projects? Do you like to get your hands dirty while learning valuable skills at the same time? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, [...]
Join us for a hands-on family workshop exploring the incredible ways plants and animals survive in the harsh conditions of the Sonoran Desert! Discover the unique adaptations that help wildlife thrive, from nocturnal habits to water-saving strategies. Through interactive activities and engaging crafts, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the resilience of desert life. Perfect [...]
Get ready for a day of adventure, discovery, and fun in nature at Family Nature Day! Whether you’re a birding enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for an exciting outdoor activity for the whole family, this event is for you. Enjoy hands-on activities, live animal exhibits, nature walks, and interactive demonstrations that will connect [...]
Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Vicki Preston, President and CEO of Desert Foothills Land Trust, as she shares her passion for protecting one of North America's most unique and fragile ecosystems. Discover how Arizona's land management shapes conservation efforts, learn about private land preservation strategies, and explore ways to protect this irreplaceable ecosystem. [...]
Whether it’s catching a rainbow trout, taking aim with a bow and arrow, or getting up close and personal with live critters, the family-friendly Payson Wildlife Fair will be offering a variety of outdoor fun Saturday, May 3, at Green Valley Park in Payson, Ariz. The annual event is a cooperative effort between the Arizona [...]
Get up close and personal with Bob the Gopher Snake and Elvis the King Snake. Learn fun facts about these fascinating reptiles along with proper handling. Drop in the first Wednesday and Friday of the month to Meet the Snakes.
We will be finishing up a continuous rail fence build in Leonard Canyon on the Mogollon Rim that we started last fall. We camp all weekend and feed you from Friday supper through Sunday breakfast. Multiple jobs including cook help, general help, fence building help, etc. To volunteer, please email russj@arizonaelksociety.org
Learn about the various species of venomous reptiles that live on Tumamoc Hill with Desert Laboratory Community Outreach Assistant and President of the Tucson Herpetological Society Robert A. Villa. Located at the Boathouse at the base of Tumamoc Hill. Free and open to all.
Come join us to keep our trails clean! Staging area is at the BLM Box Canyon trailhead, 1/4 mile past the 2nd river crossing on Rincon Road, unless otherwise noted. Garbage bags, pick sticks, latex gloves, buckets and reflective vests provided. Bring work gloves and water. Organizations/businesses are needed to sponsor monthly cleanups. No funding [...]
Join us to learn about the critters that creep, crawl, or slither throughout Cochise County, including reptiles like lizards, snakes, and Gila monsters. Tom Miscione, herpetologist, will help us learn not to fear these important members of the local ecosystem. His many live specimens will let you get up close and personal with a diverse [...]
Charles Hancock, Vice President of the Southwest Association of Buffalo Soldiers, will present this program. The first African American soldiers to arrive in Arizona at Fort Huachuca were the Buffalo Soldiers in the l890’s, the 9th and l0th Cavalries and the 24th and 25th Infantry Regiments. These units distinguished themselves in the Spanish American War [...]
Want to add your event? Go to Build A Nature Walk.
