Conservation Lands and Resources

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520.724.5000


Environmental Education Program

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520.724.5375

EEducation@pima.gov

March and April

In-person Nature Programs

We welcome all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and identities to join our programs. Please let us know if there are access requirements you would like us to be aware of. We do our best to make accommodation that would allow everyone to participate fully. Interested in a program but aren’t certain it’s a good match? We invite you to reach out with any questions.

New to our registration site? Follow these easy steps.


Create Your Account:

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  • our programs are grouped by activity type; you may need to scroll through other categories to find what you are looking for
  • Use the Keyword search feature to narrow down the selections


Register for Programs:

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  3. Choose who will be participating – you may need to add more household member if registering for others (you can select more than one participant to register in the same transaction)
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  6. Confirm account details
  7. For programs with a fee, you will be asked to Add new payment method – for free programs, you can proceed directly to place order
  8. Click Place order

If you need assistance, contact the Environmental Education Team:

Phone: 520-724-5375

Email: EEducation@pima.gov

We are in the process of transitioning our Environmental Education program announcements from Constant Contact to GovDelivery. We anticipate rolling out the new format for the May-June editions.

Stay tuned for updates.

Birding for EveryBODY: Agua Caliente Park 


This outing is intentionally designed to be accessible and inclusive


Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. On this outing, we explore beautiful Agua Caliente Park where we hope to see waterfowl, woodpeckers, sparrows, finches and more. Each registered participant is welcome to bring a support person.


This program is offered in partnership with the Tucson Bird Alliance


Dates:

Monday, March 2 | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, March 19 | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Friday, April 3 | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Location: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson 85749

Cost: Free. 

Registration: Online registration at: https://tucsonbirds.org/field-trips/

Birding El Rio Preserve


El Rio Preserve along the Santa Cruz River provides excellent habitat for birds and other wildlife.


Join birding expert Jeff Babson at one of Marana’s birding hotspots. We expect to see a nice mix of waterfowl, sparrows, and other birds that are in town for the winter, as well as resident regulars. Please remember to wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water; wearing a hat and sunscreen are also recommended. 



Dates:

Tuesday, March 3 | 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday, April 7 | 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Location: El Rio Preserve, 10191 N Coachline Blvd, Marana 85743

Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.25 (Non-Resident)

Registration: Online registration at: www.maranaaz.gov/recreation

Birding Agua Caliente Park


In southern Arizona the natural world begins to think about spring in March. This walk at Agua Caliente Park offers opportunities to see winter residents like White-crowned Sparrows, early migrants like Lucy’s Warbler, and fixtures like Ladder-backed Woodpecker.  



Dates: Wednesday, March 4, March 18, April 1 and April 15

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Location: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson 85749

Cost: Free*. Online registration recommended. Drop-ins welcome when space permits.

*Now free thanks to the generous support from the

Friends of Agua Caliente

Birding Cienega Creek


Cienega Creek offers some great opportunity to see birds of both desert and riparian habitats. We expect to see a mix of late-winter early-spring species like sparrows, finches, wrens, and many others will be present. Sections of the trail are steep and rocky. Please carry water and wear sturdy hiking shoes. 



Dates: Wednesday, March 4 and Tuesday, April 14

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Location: Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead at Cienega Creek Natural Preserve, 16000 E Marsh Station Rd, Vail 85641

Cost: $5. Online registration required.

Smartphone

Photography Walk


Normally we’d suggest you put your cellphone away and focus on the wonders around you, but those cellphones can be a tool to help you engage in the moment AND relive those memories for years to come. Join us for a workshop on the move as we explore El Rio Preserve and get some tips on photographing the great outdoors. 


No complicated photography jargon, no expensive equipment – just your phone, a bit of walking, and plenty of guidance and inspiration.


Dates: Wednesday, March 4 and April 1

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Location: El Rio Preserve, 10191 N Coachline Blvd, Tucson 85743

Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.25 (Non-Resident)

Registration: Online registration at www.maranaaz.gov/recreation

Birding Maeveen Behan

Desert Sanctuary


Bird a patch of Sonoran Desert habitat preserved to protect the habitat of wildlife species within urban NW Tucson. We expect to see birds such as Gilded Flicker, Phainopepla, Verdin, White-crowned Sparrow, and many more. Trails are smooth, largely level with some areas with gentle grades.


Dates and Times: 

Thursday, March 5 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Friday, March 27 | 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Location: Maeveen Behan Desert Sanctuary Trailhead, 9101 N Thornydale Rd, Tucson 85742

Cost: $5 fee. Online registration required.

Arrastre Wash Nature Hike with a Geology Twist 


Enjoy a naturalist-guided hike of a desert wash in the Tucson Mountains. Learn about the natural and cultural history and geology of the area. This 4-mile hike will include a variety of terrain: gravel trail, sandy wash, rugged uphill, and some obstacles to climb over. Trekking poles are encouraged, and sure-footedness is a must. Bring your lunch and plenty of water.


Date: Thursday, March 5

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Tucson Mountain Park, pullout K-19 on Kinney Rd, Tucson 85743

Cost: Free. Online registration recommended. Drop-ins welcome when space permits.

Canyon Country:

Ventana


As one of Arizona’s most recognizable and infamous landscape features, canyons play an important biological role and can reveal hidden geologic secrets. Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the natural history of Ventana Canyon. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary.


Date: Friday, March 6

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Ventana Canyon Trailhead, 6601 N Resort Dr, Tucson 85750 

Cost: $5 fee. Online registration required.

Gardens of Canoa Ranch 


Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch with Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners. Designed for ages 12 and up.


Dates: Friday, March 6 and April 3

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622

Cost: Free. Online registration recommended. Drop-ins welcome when space permits.

Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch 


Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa.


Dates and Times:

Every Saturday in March (except March 14) | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Every Saturday in April |10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Every Friday in March and April | 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622

Cost: Free. Online registration recommended. Drop-ins welcome when space permits.

Birding for EveryBODY:

Canoa Ranch


This outing is intentionally designed to be accessible and inclusive


Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. Explore birding hotspot Historic Canoa Ranch where we hope to see waterfowl, raptors, sparrows, and a lot more. Each registered participant is welcome to bring a support person.


This program is offered in partnership with the Tucson Bird Alliance


Dates:

Saturday, March 7 | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Friday, March 27 | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday, April 15 | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622

Cost: Free. 

Registration: Online registration at: https://tucsonbirds.org/field-trips/

Stargazing Tucson Mountain Park


Join us to explore the wonder and unfold the mysteries of the cosmos. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. Weather permitting – notice of cancellation emailed by 4:30 p.m. on event day.


Date: Saturday, March 7

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Location: Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area, 2000 N Kinney Rd, Tucson 85743

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Signs of the Season Phenology Walk


Phenology is nature’s calendar – the timing of annual life-cycle events that are influenced by climate and weather, like blooming, migration, and nesting. Join us for a stroll along the Santa Cruz River as we gather data on seasonal changes in native plants to learn more about phenology, its importance, and how you can help contribute to our understanding of the natural world.


Dates: Sunday, March 8, March 22, April 12, and April 26

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Location: Group meets in front of Pima County Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Branch Library, 7800 N Schisler Dr, Tucson 85743

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Family Wildflower Walk


Join us on the trail for a family-friendly morning of desert wildflower exploration and creation!


Springtime in the Sonoran Desert can be a magical wildflower wonderland full of cacti and color. Bring the whole family as we explore the highly accessible trails of Feliz Paseos Park in search of fantastic flora and create your very own wildflower nature art to take home. Walking distances will vary based on interest and ability. 


Date: Sunday, March 8

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Feliz Paseos Trails Park Trailhead, 1600 N Camino De Oeste, Tucson 85745

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Capturing the Sonoran Desert through Nature Journaling


Nature Journaling in the Sonoran Desert is part art class, part science safari, and part quiet discussion with a cactus. We will help you to create quick sketches, curious questions, splashes of color, and half-finished poems of nature. Come as you are – and leave with new skills, a fresh perspective, and a journal full of discoveries. All experience levels welcome, all materials provided.


Dates: Tuesday, March 10

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: El Rio Preserve, 10191 N Coachline Blvd, Marana 85743

Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.25 (Non-Resident)

Registration: Online registration at www.maranaaz.gov/recreation

Birding Canoa Ranch 


Fall migration continues for some birds, like raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds, which we hope to see. We will also be on the lookout for sparrows, shrikes, and many other birds.


Dates: Wednesday, March 11 and April 8

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622

Cost: $5. Online registration required.

El Rio Preserve

Nature Stroll



Join a Pima County Naturalist for a guided nature trek through the desert and riparian habitats of El Rio Preserve. Wander along level, well-maintained trails as we explore the unique plants and animals of the pond and surrounding Sonoran Desert. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water; a hat and sunscreen are also recommended.


Dates: Thursday, March 12, March 26, April 9, and April 23

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Location: El Rio Preserve, 10191 N Coachline Blvd, Marana 85743

Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.25 (Non-Resident)

Registration: Online registration at www.maranaaz.gov/recreation

Anza Trail Hike Historic Canoa Ranch


Explore a 2-to-3-mile section of the Anza Trail during an easy, level interpretive hike. Learn about the cultural and natural history of the Santa Cruz Valley. Travel on the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail to the area of La Canoa where the expedition to found San Francisco camped after leaving Tubac Presidio in October of 1775. 


Date: Friday, March 13

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Nature Stories: Seeds and Sprout!


Explore the magical world of seeds and sprouts. Learn about amazing seed adaptations, explore different kinds of seeds and sprouts, and learn sprouting and seed-saving activities you can do at home. Free. Contact library to reserve your spot.


Date: Friday, March 13

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: W. Anne Gibson-Esmond Station Library, 10931 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way, Tucson 85747

Sonoran Desert Ethnobotany Hike – Wild Burro Canyon


Curious about how humans have used desert plants for things like food, shelter and medicine? Explore the ethnobotanical history of Tortolita Mountain Park with a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary. Bring a snack and plenty of water. 



Date: Monday, March 16

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Wild Burro Trailhead, 14810 N Secret Springs Dr, Marana 85658

Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.25 (Non-Resident) Online registration required; visit www.maranaaz.gov/recreation.  

Nature Paints: Library Tweens Program


Did you know natural paints and pigments can be made from many desert plants and rocks? Explore colors in our desert environment, learn how to make natural paints, and create your own project from natural materials.


Date: March 17

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W Naranja Dr, Oro Valley 85737

Cost: Free. Contact library to reserve your spot.

Los Morteros: A Cultural Crossroads


Los Morteros represents thousands of years of human history set among a picturesque natural environment. On this walking tour, we will explore aspects of American history, Spanish Colonial history, and Native American history, all interlaced with the natural history of the Santa Cruz River and two National Historic Trails. 

 

Dates: Wednesday, March 18 and April 8

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  

Location: Meets at El Rio Preserve, 10191 N Coachline Blvd, Marana 85743

Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.25 (Non-Resident)

Registration: Online registration at www.maranaaz.gov/recreation

Tour of Barrio Viejo


Join us for a historical walking tour of Barrio Viejo. Discover the history, architecture, and art of one of Tucson's oldest neighborhoods. Barrio Viejo is home to one of the largest 19th century adobe communities in the Southwest. This 0.9-mile walking tour from the El Tiradito shrine to Lee Ho's former grocery store will highlight the transition of the Barrio from Territorial status to the arrival of the railroad, urban renewal and now gentrification. 

 

Dates: Thursday, March 19 and April 16 

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.  

Location: Meets at Bar Crisol, 196 W Simpson St, Tucson 85701

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Tortolita Preserve Nature Trek



Tortolita Preserve offers magnificent vistas and showcases the distinct plant and animal communities of the Sonoran Desert. Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist for a morning of guided exploration, wandering among the stately saguaros as we watch for birds and other wildlife that make their homes in this beautiful patch of native desert vegetation. 


Date: Thursday, March 19

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Tortolita Preserve Trailhead, 6250 West Moore Rd, Marana 85658 

Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.25 (Non-Resident)

Registration: Online registration at www.maranaaz.gov/recreation

Sweetwater Preserve Hike with a Geology Twist


Enjoy a naturalist-guided 2.5-mile hike of a desert wash in the Tucson Mountains.

Explore the area’s natural history as we dig into the mixed-up geology known as Tucson Mountain Chaos Theory. This hike is on a gravel trail. Trekking poles are encouraged, and sure-footedness is a must.

 

Date: Thursday, March 19

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Location: Sweetwater Preserve Trailhead, 4001 N Tortolita Rd, Tucson 85745

Cost: $5. Online registration required.

Birding 101: Birding for all Ages and Abilities

Agua Caliente Park


Are you new to birding? Need help getting started? Birding is a great way to get outside to explore nature, learn more about wildlife and wildlife behavior, hone your observation skills, reduce stress, and connect with others. Join a Pima County naturalist for a casual birding experience to familiarize yourself with birding basics. Loaner binoculars 


Dates and Times:

Thursday, March 19 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 21 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Location: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson 85749

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Anza Tour at Historic Canoa Ranch


Join a walking tour discussing the 1775- 1776 Anza Expedition which camped at La Canoa. Learn about Colonel Juan Bautista de Anza and the group of Spanish colonial settlers who, in 1775, made their first stop at Canoa Ranch as they began an epic 1200-mile journey from Sonora, New Spain to colonize the port of what is now San Francisco.


Dates: Friday, March 20 and April 17

Time: 9:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.

Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622

Cost: Free. Online registration recommended. Drop-ins welcome when space permits.

Living River Ramble


Phenology is nature’s calendar – the timing of annual life-cycle events that are influenced by climate and weather, like blooming, migration, and nesting. Join us for a stroll along the Santa Cruz River as we gather data on seasonal changes in native plants to learn more about phenology, its importance, and how you can help contribute to our understanding of the natural world.


Dates: Sunday, March 22 and April 26

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Location: Group meets in front of Pima County Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Branch Library, 7800 N Schisler Dr, Tucson 85743

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Desert Ecology Hike – Sarasota Trailhead


Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the natural history of Tucson Mountain Park. Hike among Saguaros to get a closer look at the interesting and diverse flora and fauna that helps make the Sonoran Desert so unique. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary. Bring a snack and plenty of water. 


Date: Monday, March 23 

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 

Location: Sarasota Trailhead, 2737 S Sarasota Blvd, Tucson 85713  

Cost: $5. Online registration required.

Birding 101: Birding for all Ages and Abilities

Canoa Ranch


Are you new to birding? Need help getting started? Birding is a great way to get outside to explore nature, learn more about wildlife and wildlife behavior, hone your observation skills, reduce stress, and connect with others. Join a Pima County naturalist for a casual birding experience to familiarize yourself with birding basics. Loaner binoculars available. All ages encouraged.


Dates: Wednesday, March 25 and April 29

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Stargazing

Historic Canoa Ranch


Join us to explore the wonder and unfold the mysteries of the cosmos. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. Weather permitting – notice of cancellation emailed by 4:30 p.m. on event day.


Date: Friday, March 27

Times: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Rd, Green

Valley 85622

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Capturing the Sonoran Desert through Nature Journaling


Nature Journaling in the Sonoran Desert is part art class, part science safari, and part quiet discussion with a cactus. We will help you to create quick sketches, curious questions, splashes of color, and half-finished poems of nature. Come as you are – and leave with new skills, a fresh perspective, and a journal full of discoveries. 


Date: Tuesday, March 31

Times: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Rd, Tucson 85749

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Colossal Cave Mountain Park Hike with a Geology Twist


Join a naturalist-guided, 4-mile nature hike, in Colossal Cave Mountain Park to explore the cultural and natural history, and geology of the area. Sections of the trail are rocky. Trekking poles are encouraged, and sure-footedness is a must. Bring your lunch and plenty of water.



Date: Thursday, April 2

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Location: Colossal Cave Mountain Park, 16721 E Old Spanish Trail, Vail 85641  

Cost: $5 fee. Online registration required.

Canyon Country:

Pontatoc Canyon


As one of Arizona’s most recognizable and infamous landscape features, canyons play an important biological role and can reveal hidden geologic secrets.


Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the natural history of Pontatoc Canyon. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary. Bring a snack and plenty of water.


Date: Friday, April 3

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Richard McKee Finger Rock Trailhead, 7119 N Alvernon Way, Tucson 85718

Cost: $5 fee. Online registration required.

Sonoran Desert Geology Hike – Wild Burro Canyon


The Sonoran Desert is full of wondrous geologic mysteries and captivating rock formations. Explore the rich geologic history of Tortolita Mountain Park with a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary. Bring a snack and plenty of water. 



Date: Monday, April 6

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Wild Burro Trailhead, 14810 N Secret Springs Dr, Marana 85658

Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.25 (Non-Resident) Online registration required; visit www.maranaaz.gov/recreation.  

Honey Bee Village Nature Trek


Stroll through the preserved 13-acre core of a large Hohokam settlement that was continuously occupied for nearly 500 years. Slow down to read the landscape for subtle clues lying beneath the surface that provide a glimpse into what life may have been like for those who lived here between A.D. 450 and A.D. 1250.


Date: Thursday, April 9

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Location: Honey Bee Village Archaeological Preserve, E. Moore Rd and N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro Valley 85755

Cost: $5 fee. Online registration required.

Family Nature Journaling


Do you and your family need more nature and creativity in your lives? Give nature journaling a try!


Nature journaling is a fun, engaging, and restorative practice for people of all ages! Bring the whole family as we create our own nature journals and learn “the basics” of nature journaling. Together we will connect with nature, stretch our creative muscles, and document the beautiful flora and fauna of Agua Caliente Park. All ages welcome and no writing ability necessary. 


Date: Saturday, April 11

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson 85749

Cost: Free. Online registration recommended.

Colossal Cave Mountain Park Hike: What You See Is What You Get


Let nature choose the theme! Explore the landscape of the Rincon Mountain foothills keeping a keen eye out for whatever wonders nature has in store. Sections of the trail are rocky. Trekking poles are encouraged, and sure-footedness is a must. Bring your lunch and plenty of water.


Date: Thursday, April 16

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Colossal Cave Mountain Park, 16721 E Old Spanish Trail, Vail 85641

Cost: $5. Online registration required.

Creatures of the Night: El Rio Preserve


Bats, and frogs, and snakes – oh my! Join a naturalist-guided walk in search of flying, slithering, and hopping creatures that come out at night. Explore the nocturnal world using bat detectors to discover which species are flying above our heads, and flashlights to observe snakes and other creatures active during summer nights. Learn about the diversity, ecology, and conservation of these interesting nocturnal animals.  



Date: Thursday, April 16

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Location: El Rio Preserve, 10191 N Coachline Blvd, Marana 85743

Cost: $10.00 (Resident) | $12.50 (Non-Resident) Online registration required; visit www.maranaaz.gov/recreation.  

Desert Ecology Hike – Gates Pass


Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the natural history of the Tucson Mountain Park. Hike among Saguaros to get a closer look at the interesting and diverse flora and fauna that helps make the Sonoran Desert so unique. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary. Bring a snack and plenty of water. 


Date: Friday, April 17 

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 

Location: Gates Pass Trailhead, 6400 W Gates Pass Rd, Tucson 85745

Cost: $5 fee. Online registration required.

Stargazing Tucson

Agua Caliente Park


Join us to explore the wonder and unfold the mysteries of the cosmos. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. Weather permitting – notice of cancellation emailed by 4:30 p.m. on event day.


Date: Saturday, April 18

Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Location: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson 85749

Cost: Free. Online registration required.

Bat Walk at Agua Caliente Park


Explore the nocturnal world of bats, beginning with an introduction to their diversity, biology, and conservation. The group then sets off on a casual stroll with bat detectors to determine just which species are flying over our heads.  


Date: Tuesday, April 28

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Location: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson 85749

Cost: $10. Online registration required

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