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Tarantulas, and Scorpions, and Centipedes, Oh My!
What: These and other venomous creatures live all around us, but rarely cause us harm. Learn about some of the fascinating adaptations of these desert denizens, how they produce venom, and when they use it. An evening nature walk will follow the indoor presentation, so bring a flashlight. Reservations required.
Date: Friday, June 13
Time: 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages
For more information contact: eeducation@pima.gov or (520) 615-7885
Reservations required.
Searching For Signs of Wildlife
What: At this interactive discovery program, we’ll be looking for signs of wildlife, including tracks, nests, burrows and others. Participants will also make their own animal tracks ID book.
Date: Saturday, June 14
Time: 8:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Family Astronomy—Moon Mission
What: We will do family activities to learn about the Earth’s nearest neighbor, the Moon, and weather permitting, observe the moon using binoculars and telescopes.
Date: Saturday, June 14
Time: 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Where: Pima County Felíz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste;
On Camino de Oeste, ½ mile north of Speedway/Gates Pass Road
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5 – 12 and their families
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Twilight Nature Walk at Feliz Paseos Park
What: Take a relaxing, naturalist-guided stroll through the park and experience the quiet of the desert at dusk. You’ll also discover why many desert creatures are active at this time of day. One-hour guided walks on paved and gravel paths are open to all ages and abilities.
Date: Friday, June 20
Time: 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Where: Pima County Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste
On Camino de Oeste, ½ mile north of Speedway/Gates Pass Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Discovering Nature’s Treasures
What: We’ll explore the wonders of Agua Caliente Park using a map and compass to find our way from one treasure to the next. A Jr. Naturalists’ backpack, filled with other special tools for science study, will be used to enhance hands-on discovery.
Date: Saturday, June 21
Time: 8:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
What: Join the all-volunteer Sonoran Desert Weedwackers and do your part in restoring the health of the desert in Tucson Mountain Park. Each month the volunteer weed warriors work to eradicate buffelgrass and other exotic weeds. Coordinators will provide instruction on plant identification and proper techniques for removal. Gloves and digging bars provided. Bring water and snacks; a hat, sunscreen and sturdy shoes. If you plan to attend, please contact eeducation@pima.gov or call 615-7855.
Date: Saturday, June 21
Time: 6:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Where: Meet at the Caretakers House, in Tucson Mountain Park, at 2020 N. Kinney Road, across from the Desert Museum.
Cost/Age: free, ages 12 and up
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Experiencing Nature through the Senses
What: Animals use their senses to explore their surroundings, look for food and even find a mate! Use your senses to learn about the plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home. Soft animal skins, soothing nature sounds and the sweet aromas of the desert will be sure to excite all your senses.
Date: Saturday, June 28
Time: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5–12 and their families
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Saguaro Harvest Workshop
What: Participate in the ancient tradition of Saguaro Harvest as practiced by the local Tohono O’odham. Workshop leader Stella Tucker will guide the group on harvesting techniques and together we will partially process the fruit for syrup. Everyone will have a chance to taste the saguaro fruit and other foods of the desert. Workshop fee is $20 and reservations are required. Call 615-7855 or email: eeducation@pima.gov
Date: Saturday, June 28
Time: 6:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Location: Pima County Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste—On Camino de Oeste, ½ mile north of Speedway/Gates Pass Road.
Cost/Age: $20, ages 18 and up
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations required.
Historic Agua Caliente Ranch House Gallery
What: Amazing Arizona. Photojournalists Forrest Davis and Lynn Rogalsky capture the light, color, and splendor of Arizona. Recent impressions show the nature, places, and people of Amazing Arizona.
Date: June 5–July 16
Agua Caliente Ranch House Hours, May-October: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: 520-749-3718 or eeducation@pima.gov
Wake Up with the Birds
What: This casual stroll through Agua Caliente Park is geared more toward beginning and intermediate birders. Spot cardinals, thrashers, hummingbirds, songbirds and raptors nestled among the mesquites and palms. Binoculars are available for use during the walk or bring your own.
Date: Every Tuesday in June
Time: 7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road. Meet in front of the Ranch House.
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
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Summer Tanager
Environmental Education Public Programs
—July
The Weird and Wonderful World of Bats
What: As the world’s only flying mammals, they eat tons of mosquitoes, some prey on scorpions, and others drink nectar. If you’d like to learn more about the weird and wonderful world of bats, make a reservation for this indoor/outdoor program by contacting eeducation@pima.gov or 520-615-7855, and bring a flashlight.
Date: Friday, July 11
Time: 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations required.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Dragons & Damselflies
What: Join in the hunt for the flying jewels of the pond. Look closely at the many varieties of dragonflies and damselflies. See all the stages of life from the underwater nymphs to the adults as they prey upon insects on the wing.
Date: Saturday, July 12
Time: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5 – 12 and their families
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Summer Day Camp: Aquatic Adventures
What: Children ages 8-12 participate in hands-on science discoveries related to water quality, aquatic and riparian life. We explore the natural cycles of life through active games, art, and science study of pond life. Pre-registration required.
Dates: Tuesday, July 15 – Friday, July 18
Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: $50, ages 8-12
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Pre-registration required.
Under the Desert Moon
What: Watch the desert come to life in the glow of a full moon. Take a guided walk on the desert trail and learn about the animals that are active at night. Reservations required.
Date: Friday, July 18
Time: 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Location: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park, Gilbert Ray Campground, 8451 W. McCain Loop Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations required.
Landscaping for Birds
What: Plan now to plant a garden habitat that will attract an abundance of bird species to your yard. By providing the ideal plants for food, cover, and nesting, you can easily attract a variety of birds. This indoor presentation will emphasize native and low water use plants. Information on flowering season, water use and light requirements will be included.
Date: Saturday, July 19
Time: 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
What: Join the all-volunteer Sonoran Desert Weedwackers and do your part in restoring the health of the desert in Tucson Mountain Park. Each month the volunteer weed warriors work to eradicate buffelgrass and other exotic weeds. Coordinators will provide instruction on plant identification and proper techniques for removal. Gloves and digging bars provided. Bring water and snacks; a hat, sunscreen and sturdy shoes.
Date: Saturday, July 19
Time: 6:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Where: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park at 2020 N. Kinney Road. Meet at the Caretakers House, across from the Desert Museum.
Cost/Age: free, ages 12 and up
For more information contact: If you plan to attend, please contact eeducation@pima.gov or call 520-615-7855.
Twilight Nature Walk at Feliz Paseos Park
What: Take a relaxing, naturalist-guided stroll through the park and experience the quiet of the desert at dusk. You’ll also discover why many desert creatures are active at this time of day. One-hour guided walks on paved and gravel paths are open to all ages and abilities.
Date: Friday, July 25
Time: 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Where: Pima County Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste
On Camino de Oeste, ½ mile north of Speedway/Gates Pass Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Monsoon Animals
What: Summer showers and heat are the best of times for desert life. Toads take advantage of temporary pools, tarantulas look for mates, tarantula hawks look for tarantulas…come and look for all of them.
Date: Saturday, July 26
Time: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5 – 12 and their families
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Agua Caliente Park Ranch House Gallery
What: Cowboy Art. Casey Abbs, artist and blacksmith with a background in livestock and ranching, creates original art works in multiple mediums from iron to pen and ink drawings.
Date: July 17–August 27
Agua Caliente Park Ranch House Hours, May-October: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: 520-749-3718 or eeducation@pima.gov
Wake Up with the Birds
What: Desert meets water at this unique oasis park, providing a unique crossroads for migratory and resident birds, some of which are unique to southeastern Arizona. Spot cardinals, thrashers, hummingbirds, songbirds and raptors nestled among the mesquites and palms. Binoculars are available for use during the walk or bring your own.
Date: Every Tuesday in July
Time: 7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
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