May and June
In-person Nature Programs
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For all Environmental Education activities,
un-vaccinated individuals are asked
to wear a mask.
All participants, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear a mask inside buildings and in crowded outdoor spaces.
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Sunrise Family Walk
Join Alex Wolfe for a refreshing walk at the first light of the day. Enjoy cooler temps and dimly lit skies before the sun makes its appearance over the mountains. Experience the morning chorus of native birds and possible wildlife sightings. This walk will be on smooth dirt or paved trails. Bring a flashlight or headlamp, water, and close-toed comfortable walking shoes. This program is appropriate for all ages. Paid adult must accompany children.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Sundays, May 1, May 15, June 5, and June 19
Time: 5:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: : $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required.
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Birding El Rio Preserve
Join us at El Rio Preserve for some summer birding, which in the Sonoran Desert means searching for species like Black-chinned Hummingbird, Brown-crested Flycatcher, Bell’s Vireo, and Lucy’s Warbler, to name just a few. Remember to bring a water bottle and sunscreen, and to wear a hat and comfortable shoes. All ages welcome.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Dates: Tuesdays, May 3 and June 7
Time: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Where: El Rio Preserve, 10191 N. Coachline Blvd. Tucson 85743
Cost: $5.00 (Resident) | $6.50 (Non-Resident) | Free with Pima County Outdoor Activity Membership*
*Members: Please visit NRPR Registration site for Members’ COUPON CODE before registering for this program through Marana Parks and Recreation.
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'Slow Birding'
Agua Caliente Park
Enjoy the desert oasis of Agua Caliente Park to see waterfowl, raptors, sparrows, and more. All ages welcome
Slowing the pace has many benefits – for both nature and nature-lovers. When we are still in nature, nature becomes active around us, undisturbed, encouraging more and deeper observation, understanding and appreciation of our natural world. The pace, distance, and terrain of this program make it appropriate for persons with limited mobility.
As with all nature-related activities, our voices can have a large impact on what we see, so side conversations are discouraged. For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Dates:
Wednesday, May 4 from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday June 1 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
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Nature for EVERY BODY:
Feliz Paseos
Join Alex Wolfe for a leisurely outdoor experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, and other assistive equipment are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. Explore the peaceful paths of Feliz Paseos Park where we hope to see blooming plants, chirping songbirds, and possibly some reptiles as the temperatures warm up. Each registered participant is welcome to bring a support person.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Dates: Wednesdays, May 4 and June 8
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste 85745
Cost: Free. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Wild Skills: Outdoor Survival 101
Are you prepared for your next outdoor adventure? What if something doesn’t go as planned? Taking a positive, confidence-building approach, we’ll talk about how to be ready for the unexpected, including: planning a safe excursion, what to do if you get lost, which items are most important to carry with you, and skills that will help you survive and thrive if something goes awry. Learn simple steps that can save your trip and transform a sticky situation from an outdoor emergency into a great campfire story. Suitable for ages 12 and up.
Date: Thursday, May 5
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $10 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Cactus Hike
Enjoy the showy flowers of our local cacti and learn about their ecology and uses during a 1½-2 mile, easy to moderate level hike, on the Cascabel Trail in Robles Pass Trails Park, in Tucson Mountain Park. Sure-footedness is a must. Ages 12 and up.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Saturday, May 7
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Cascabel Trailhead, Tucson Mountain Park, 3858 W. Irvington Road 85714
Cost: : $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
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Santa Cruz River Ramble
Take a guided stroll on the Chuck Huckelberry Loop along the flowing Santa Cruz River to discover the effects of water on desert habitats. All ages welcome.
Path is entirely on level, paved surface.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Dates: Sundays, May 8 and June 12
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Group meets in front of Pima County Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr Branch Library, 7800 N. Schisler Drive 85743
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, or 520-724-5375
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Birding Canoa Ranch
Historic Canoa Ranch is one of Pima County’s premier birding hotspots. Join a Pima County naturalist to see a wide variety of sparrows, raptors, and waterfowl on the lake at Historic Canoa Ranch. All ages welcome
As with all nature-related activities, our voices can have a large impact on what we see, so side conversations are discouraged. For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Dates: Tuesdays, May 10 and 24
Time: 6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
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Birding Colossal Cave
Mountain Park
Bird the Arizona Uplands of Colossal Cave Mountain Park, as we search for delights such as Northern Beardless-Tyrannulet, Brown-crested Flycatcher, Lucy’s Warbler, and Varied Bunting, to name a few. All ages welcome
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Wednesday, May 11
Time: 7:30 am to 9:30 a.m.
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Birding For EveryBODY: Agua Caliente Park
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. This month’s birding explores the emerging birding hotspot of Agua Caliente Park where we hope to see waterfowl, woodpeckers, sparrows, finches and more. Each registered participant is welcome to bring a support person.
Date: Wednesday, May 11
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Morning Mindful Nature Walk
Spending time in nature can have healing and restorative power, relaxing both the mind and body. Slowing down to consciously engage our senses while out walking not only calms and grounds us, but also deepens our connection to the natural world. Join a Pima County naturalist for a peaceful morning stroll with time to stop and reflect along the low-key trails of Maeveen Behan Desert Sanctuary. This walk will include elements of guided mindfulness meditation and learning about the natural world around us.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Thursday, May 12
Time: 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Where: Maeveen Behan Desert Sanctuary, 9101 N Thornydale Rd, Tucson, AZ 85742
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Sunset Family Walk
Join Alex Wolfe for a relaxing stroll during the last light of the day. Enjoy dropping temps and colorful skies before the sun dips away behind the horizon. Experience the shifting sounds as day transitions into night and possibly even some wildlife sightings. This walk will be on smooth dirt or paved trails. Bring a flashlight or headlamp, water, and close-toed comfortable walking shoes. This program is appropriate for all ages. Paid adult must accompany children.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Fridays, May 13, May 27, June 3, and June 17
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: : $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required.
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Rise and Hike: Painted Hills
Beat the heat and join us for a moderate early-morning hike in Painted Hills Trail Park. We’ll travel roughly three miles and climb at least one small peak as we wind around the park, taking in the beauty and bustle of the Sonoran Desert in the spring. We’ll gain about 300 feet of elevation, and parts of the trail are rocky; Trekking poles are encouraged and sure-footedness is a must.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Saturday, May 14
Time: 6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Where: Painted Hills Trailhead, 3590W. Anklam Road, Tucson 85745
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Family Outdoor Adventure Skills
Whether it’s hiking, camping, picnicking, or wildlife watching, spending time outdoors with the whole family is a fun way to get exercise and make memories together. In this interactive, family-friendly class, we’ll share ideas to help make outdoor family adventures fun, affordable, safe, and low-hassle. Through demonstrations and games, all ages will learn outdoor skills, tap into their inner naturalist, practice working together to complete camp duties (like pitching a tent or planning camp meals), and learn how to handle sticky situations that may arise. No experience or gear is needed. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in the park. All ages encouraged!
Date: Saturday, May 14
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Brandi Fenton Memorial Park Visitor Center, 3482 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718
Cost: $10 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Full Moon Wander:
Lunar Eclipse
Join a Pima County naturalist to send off the sun and welcome the full moon at the beginning of a Total Lunar Eclipse. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring water and a flashlight.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Sunday, May 15
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 North Camino de Oeste 85745
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Moonlit Hike: Enchanted Hills
The glow of the nearly-full moon will help light this moderate, approximately two-mile hike in Enchanted Hills Trail Park. Enjoy the cooler night air and the transformation of the familiar desert sights and sounds after dark. The trails are mostly level, but parts can be rocky; Trekking poles are encouraged and sure-footedness is a must. Headlamps will be available for use.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Monday, May 16
Time: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Enchanted Hills Trail Park, 3280 W 36th St, Tucson, AZ 85713
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Birding Agua Caliente Park
Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente park in search of its rich bird life. Winter is a good time to look for waterfowl, sparrows, and other birds of the season. All ages welcome.
As with all nature-related activities, our voices can have a large impact on what we see, so side conversations are discouraged. For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Dates:
Wednesday, May 18 from 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 15 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Dragons and Damsels of Historic Canoa Ranch
Historic Canoa Ranch is a great birding site, but is also excellent for dragonflies and damselflies. On this walk, we will be searching for insects with evocative names like dancers, forktails, darners, amberwings, and saddlebags. All ages welcome.
Dates: Wednesday, May 18
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Creatures of the Night
As the sun sets, many desert animals awaken and begin their daily activities. This program explores the nocturnal world of insects, spiders, birds, and bats. We will focus our attention around a blacklight sheet, set up to attract insects, while listening for nocturnal birds and bats. Join us for a wonderful journey into nature at night.
Dates: Thursday, May 19
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste 85745
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Lizards of Agua Caliente Park
Join us as we search for whiptail, spiny, ornate tree, and other lizards that roam Agua Caliente Park. Binoculars are available for use or bring your own. All ages welcome.
Dates:
Friday, May 20 from 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 18 from 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Accessible Birding with SAAWR: Agua Caliente
Join Marcia OBara and Kimberly Aikins of the Southern Arizona Accessible Wildlife Refuge (SAAWR) for a birding outing designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. On this trip, we will gather at one of the best birding spots in Urban Tucson – 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 Audubon Society and Southern Arizona Accessible Wildlife Refuge
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Fledgling Birders: Birding for all Ages and Abilities
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 connecting with others. Join naturalist Jeff Babson for a casual birding experience to familiarize yourself with birding basics. Loaner binoculars available. All ages encouraged.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Stargazing
Agua Caliente Park
Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. Feel free to bring your lawn chair. All ages welcome. Free. Registration not required. Weather permitting.
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: Free. Online registration required
Registration: https://may-stargazing-acp.eventbrite.com
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Desert Night Shift
As most people retire indoors for the evening, our desert comes alive! Join Pima County naturalists on an easy hike to discover “who” is out-and-about in the desert at night. Learn why many animals, and even some plants, are nocturnal and how they manage life in the dark. Bring a headlamp or flashlight. All ages welcome.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Monday, May 23
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 North Camino de Oeste 85745
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required
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Nature for EveryBODY
Agua Caliente
Join Alex Wolfe for a leisurely outdoor experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, and other assistive equipment are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. Explores the peaceful paths of Agua Caliente Park where we hope to see blooming plants, chirping songbirds, and possibly some reptiles as the temperatures warm up. Each registered participant is welcome to bring a support person.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Wednesdays, May 25 and June 29
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: Free. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Bat Walk Agua Caliente Park
Explore the nocturnal world of bats, beginning with an introduction to their diversity, biology, and conservation. The group will then set off on a casual stroll with bat detectors to determine which species are flying overhead.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Wednesday, May 25
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Lizards and Other Critters at Brandi Fenton Park
Join a naturalist-guided walk in search of lizards, birds, small mammals and other desert wildlife. All ages welcome.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed
Date: Friday, May 27
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Where: Brandi Fenton Memorial Park, 3482 E. River Road 85718
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Walk the Path of the Ancestors
Explore a shaded 1½ - 2 mile section of trail along a riparian corridor in Colossal Cave Mountain Park and learn about the native people who inhabited this area. There are a few steep and rocky sections along the trail. Trekking poles are encouraged and sure-footedness is a must. All ages welcome.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Saturday, May 28
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Where: Colossal Cave Mountain Park, 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail 85641
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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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. All ages welcome.
Dates: Every Saturday in June
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Birding For EveryBODY: Historic Canoa Ranch
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. This month’s birding explores the emerging birding hotspot of 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.
Date: Wednesday, June 1
Time: 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Gardens of Canoa Ranch
Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch with Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners. All ages welcome.
Dates: Friday, June 3
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Bat Walk at Feliz Paseos
Explore the nocturnal world of bats, beginning with an introduction to their diversity, biology, and conservation. The group will then set off on a casual stroll with a bat detector to determine which species are flying over our heads.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Wednesday, June 8
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 North Camino de Oeste 85745
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Wild Skills: Knots to Know
Knot-tying is a skill that can come in handy anywhere. In the outdoors, it can help you build a shelter, secure gear, splint an injury, or perform many other important tasks. In this beginner class, we’ll cover the basics of rope and knot terminology, practice a handful of versatile knots and hitches, and learn a few specialty knots for specific outdoor uses. Suitable for ages 12 and up.
Date: Thursday, June 9
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 pm
Where: Brandi Fenton Memorial Park Visitor Center, 3482 E. River Rd. 85718
Cost: $10 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Digital Naturalist: Apps to Help Connect with the Outdoors
Although screen time and outdoor time may seem at odds with each other, there are a slew of apps that – when used thoughtfully – can help us connect with the natural world around us. This interactive, indoor-outdoor workshop will highlight a number of free apps designed to enrich outdoor experiences, from finding a new trail and mapping your adventure to identifying constellations in the night sky or birds by their songs. Bring your smartphone and try out some of these digital tools in Agua Caliente Park.
Date: Sunday, June 12
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $10 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Full Moon Wander
Join a Pima County naturalist to send off the sun and welcome the full moon. Nature reveals another side in the night hours; there is always something to discover! Dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring water and a flashlight.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Tuesday, June 14
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 North Camino de Oeste 85745
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Rise and Hike: Cienega Creek
Beat the heat and join us for a moderate early-morning hike in Cienega Creek Natural Preserve. We’ll travel along the Arizona Trail and continue into the county preserve following the course of the creek, watching for wildlife, and listening to the hum of summer morning activity. Parts of the terrain are rocky and sandy, and depending on recent rainfall, we might make a few shallow-water crossings. Trekking poles are encouraged. Sure-footedness and sturdy shoes with good grip are musts.
Date: Thursday, June 16
Time: 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Where: Gabe Zimmerman/Davidson Canyon Trailhead at Pima County’s Cienega Creek Natural Preserve, 16248 E Marsh Station Rd. Vail, 85641
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Anza Tour at Historic Canoa Ranch
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. A 5-mile segment of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail extends through Historic Canoa Ranch. All ages welcome.
Dates: Friday, June 17
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd, Green Valley 85622
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
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Fledgling Birders: Birding for all Ages and Abilities
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 connecting with others. Join naturalist Jeff Babson for a casual birding experience to familiarize yourself with birding basics. Loaner binoculars available.
All ages encouraged.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Saturday, June 18
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required.
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Dragons and Damsels Of Agua Caliente Park
Agua Caliente Park is an excellent habitat for dragonflies and damselflies. On this walk, we explore the ponds in search of damsels and dragons, learn how to identify them, and discover the secrets of their amazing lives. All ages welcome.
Date: Wednesday, June 22
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Twilight Mindful Nature Walk
Spending time in nature can have healing and restorative power, relaxing both the mind and body. Slowing down to consciously engage our senses while out walking not only calms and grounds us, but also deepens our connection to the natural world. Join a Pima County naturalist for a peaceful twilight stroll with time to stop and reflect along the gentle, mostly-paved trails of Desert Haven Park. This walk will include elements of guided mindfulness meditation and learning about the natural world.
Date: Wednesday, June 22
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Desert Haven Natural Resource Park, 1850 E. 36th Street 85713
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Birding Cienega Creek
From ocotillo and creosote desert flats to willow-cottonwood riparian woodland, Cienega Creek offers a variety of habitats. We will be searching for migrant warblers, flycatchers, and other birds. Sections of the trail are steep and rocky. Please carry water and wear sturdy hiking shoes. All ages welcome.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Thursday, June 23
Time: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Where: Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead at Cienega Creek Natural Preserve, 16000 E. Marsh Station Road 85641
Cost: $5 activity fee. Online registration required.
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Lizards and Other Creatures at Pima Prickly Park
Join a naturalist-guided walk in search of lizards, birds, small mammals and other desert wildlife. All ages encouraged.
Date: Friday, June 24
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Where: Pima Prickly Park, 3500 W. River Road, Tucson 85741
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Creatures of the Night
As the sun sets, many desert animals awaken and begin their daily activities. This program explores the nocturnal world of insects, spiders, birds, and bats. We will focus our attention around a blacklight sheet, set up to attract insects, while listening for nocturnal birds and bats, and anyone else who may make an appearance. Join us for a wonderful journey into nature at night.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Friday. June 24
Time: 7:30 p. m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead at Cienega Creek Natural Preserve, 16000 E. Marsh Station Road 85641. We will meet at the ramada next to the parking lot.
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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Desert Night Shift
As most people retire indoors for the evening, our desert comes alive! Join Pima County naturalists on an easy hike to discover “who” is out and about in the desert at night. Learn why many animals, and even some plants, are nocturnal and how they manage life in the dark. Bring a headlamp or flashlight. All ages encouraged.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, no pets are allowed.
Date: Monday, June 27
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749
Cost: $5 activity fee. Children free with paid adult. Online registration required
Information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
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To help keep our school and youth programs free, please consider donating to the Pima County Parklands Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at pimaparklands.org. Once there, if you'd like to contribute, scroll down and click on the "DONATE" button. Donations are tax-deductible.
To support Environmental Education programs, enter Environmental Education in the "Enter Name of Project Here" line.
Thank you.
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Look for more Birding and Nature Walks coming in July!
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