Catalina State Park’s dark nighttime skies are ideal for astronomical observation. Imagine what you can see through a high-powered telescope! Astronomers from the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will be onsite to answer questions and discuss celestial objects and phenomena. Make sure you’re on time to catch the intriguing introduction! In addition to bringing water, snacks, and a jacket, please bring [...]
Join a U.S. Forest Service ranger for a short, easy walk along the lakeshore at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area! Learn about the park and spot birds and wildlife along the way. Meet at East Side Boat Ramp. Hiking boots recommended. Note: for more information, (928) 537-3680 or (928) 368-2110.
Discover the mysterious world of scorpions and other nocturnal desert creatures on this guided night hike. Learn how these often-feared animals play a vital role in the ecosystem and even glow in the dark! This after-hours program aims to change perceptions through education, observation, and discovery. additional info: Space is limited, and reservations for this [...]
Join us for the first Birds on the Patio event at Oracle State Park! Stop by the patio at the historic Kannally Ranch House to chat with a knowledgeable volunteer about using the Merlin Bird ID App, recent bird sightings, park information, and pick up a free bird ID pamphlet. Enjoy watching dozens of bird [...]
Come to the park to get your groove on! During May to August, we’ll be having a band play down on the beach. Bring your camping chair and enjoy live music next to the campfires.
🌌🔭 Explore the Night Sky with the Astronomers of Verde Valley 🔭🌌 Join us after sunset as the telescopes of ASTROVerde unlock the wonders of the night sky! Witness the Milky Way come alive above you, stretching from the southern horizon to the northeast, sparkling with billions of stars. Through our telescopes, you may glimpse [...]
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 [...]
Join a Park Ranger for a guided hike to explore Homolovi’s fascinating petroglyphs and discover the stories etched into the landscape.
Ah! Scorpions! Actually, they are not that scary after all. Join our rangers in a search for some amazing scorpions! Look by rocks, in bushes, and even just crawling around on the ground. These skittering scorpions are not too hard to find once you start looking. Our rangers will tell you all about these interesting [...]
Red Rock State Park offers a 1½–2-hour guided hike exploring the ancient Sinagua culture (1100–1425 AD) and other Native American groups who once lived and traveled in the area. Participants will see archaeological features along easy to moderate trails (about 250 ft elevation gain) and may begin with a short presentation on the region’s pre-Columbian [...]
Join a ranger for a leisurely, one-mile (mostly paved) walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. Explore the unique mix of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge, home to a remarkable variety of bird species we’ll be on the lookout for. Note: this is an event scheduled [...]
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