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Gates Pass, Peter Corrao
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Sonoran Desert Kids Club: MyNatureSpace.Fun
What: We will spend time at the park observing closely the life around us. It will be a quiet time in nature with little talk and a lot of listening. You will be amazed at the sounds, sights and textures of your nature space.
Date: Saturday, November 1
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.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, kids ages 5-12 and their families
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Animal Tracking
What: Many animals are very hard to find but always leave behind one tell-tale clue – their tracks. Use rubber track replicas to recreate animal tracks and learn how to identify them in the wild.
Date: Saturday, November 1
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where: Martha Cooper Branch Library, 1377 N. Catalina Avenue, Tucson 85712
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5-12 and their families
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Living with Urban Wildlife
What: Learn how to coexist with desert wildlife in an urban setting. You’ll find out which creatures are harmless to humans and can be safely observed and appreciated.
Date: Wednesday, November 5
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Valencia Library, 202 W. Valencia Road, 85706
Cost/Age: free, ages 12 and up
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Tucson Mountain Park Birding Walk
What: Join birding expert John Higgins for a guided bird walk in Tucson Mountain Park. Spot thrashers, wrens, quail, hawks and other birds of the desert southwest nestled among the saguaros and palo verdes. Be sure to bring binoculars and water.
Date: Saturday, November 8
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area, 1548 S. Kinney Road, on Kinney 1.5 miles south of Gates Pass Road or 3.8 miles north of Ajo Way
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Bowen Trail Hike
What: During this 1½-2 mile easy to moderate level hike, we’ll enjoy views of saguaro studded hillsides, stands of prickly pear cacti, and cholla forests. We’ll travel through a mesquite bosque, cross a sandy wash, and visit the ruins of the Old Stone House, before heading back up the trail. The trailhead is located across from the Marriott Starr Pass Resort, 3645 W. Starr Pass Blvd. Reservations Required.
Date: Saturday, November 8
Time: 9:00 a.m. – noon
Where: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park, 3645 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Cost/Age: free, ages 12 and up
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations required.
Historical Tour of Agua Caliente Park
What: Enjoy a guided tour of the historic buildings and landscape to understand how the year-round presence of water from the spring shaped the lives of people and how people shaped the land.
Date: Saturday, November 8
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.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.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Orienteering
What: Using a map and compass to find your way can be a fun and practical way to explore nature.
Date: Saturday, November 8
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Abbett-Marana Branch Library, 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Tucson 85743
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5-12 and their families
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
History of the Coronado National Forest
What: Bill Gillespie, U.S. Forest Service Archaeologist, will talk about the early people and places that shaped the Forest of today and its 100 year anniversary.
Date: Sunday, November 9
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 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 not required.
Living with Urban Wildlife
What: Learn how to coexist with desert wildlife in an urban setting. You’ll find out which creatures are harmless to humans and can be safely observed and appreciated.
Date: Monday, November 10
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Where: Abbett-Marana Branch Library, 7800 N. Schisler Dr., 85743
Cost/Age: free, ages 12 and up
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Wednesday Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
What: Each month the volunteer weed warriors work to eradicate buffelgrass and other exotic weeds. The Wednesday work parties are for the hardiest weed warriors and may require hiking in to infested areas and pulling buffelgrass on steep slopes. These are also some of the most precious and fragile habitats seriously impacted by buffelgrass invasions. Coordinators will provide instruction on plant identification and proper techniques for removal. This is strenuous work and volunteers need to be in very good physical condition. Gloves and digging bars provided. Bring water and snacks; a hat, sunscreen and sturdy shoes.
Date: Wednesday, November 12
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park at 2020 N. Kinney Road - call for meeting location.
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.
Saturday Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
What: Join the 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, November 15
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 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.
Life in the Pond
What: The palm-lined ponds at Agua Caliente Park are more than just pretty sights. They are freshwater communities containing diverse life forms, from native ducks to exotic fish and turtles. Come and explore how the many pond species are interconnected, and how this desert oasis supports life that otherwise wouldn’t survive in the Sonoran Desert.
Date: Saturday, November 15
Time: 11:00 a.m. – noon
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.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Orienteering
What: Using a map and compass to find your way can be a fun and practical way to explore nature.
Date: Saturday, November 15
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Martha Cooper Branch Library, 1377 N. Catalina Avenue, Tucson 85712
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5-12 and their families
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
A Forgotten History: German Jesuits as Founders of Arizona?
What: German Jesuit missionaries, including Father Kino, contributed much to the cultural, economic, religious and political development of our region. This presentation by Dr. Albrecht Classen will share their impact.
Date: Sunday, November 16
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 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 not required.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Animal Tracking
What: Many animals are very hard to find but always leave behind one tell-tale clue – their tracks. Use rubber track replicas to recreate animal tracks and learn how to identify them in the wild.
Date: Wednesday, November 19
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Abbett-Marana Branch Library, 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Tucson 85743
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, November 21
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 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.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Duck Butts
What: Experience the funny and fascinating life of ducks. Learn tips for identifying the many ducks that spend the winter on the pond at Agua Caliente Park.
Date: Saturday, November 22
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.
Nature Walk: Surviving in Winter
What: When winter creeps in, plants and animals have numerous strategies for surviving the cold weather. Plants may lose their leaves and remain dormant until spring. Some birds and bats migrate, while bears and other mammals hibernate when temperatures drop. Join us on this naturalist-guided nature walk where we will discuss how plants and animals are adapted to winter conditions.
Date: Saturday, November 22
Time: 11:00 a.m. – noon
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.
Wednesday Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
What: Each month the volunteer weed warriors work to eradicate buffelgrass and other exotic weeds. The Wednesday work parties are for the hardiest weed warriors and may require hiking in to infested areas and pulling buffelgrass on steep slopes. These are also some of the most precious and fragile habitats seriously impacted by buffelgrass invasions. Coordinators will provide instruction on plant identification and proper techniques for removal. This is strenuous work and volunteers need to be in very good physical condition. Gloves and digging bars provided. Bring water and snacks; a hat, sunscreen and sturdy shoes.
Date: Wednesday, November 26
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park at 2020 N. Kinney Road - call for meeting location.
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.
Agua Caliente Park Ranch House Gallery
What: Eclectic Expressions by Junardi Armstrong includes mixed media of watercolors, collage, monoprints, handmade journals, papers and jewelry.
Date: October 8 – November 18
Agua Caliente Park Ranch House Hours, November – April: Wednesday–Friday 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 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
Agua Caliente Park Ranch House Gallery
What: Variations by Sheila Hamann includes watercolor and acrylic paintings of animals and scenes from the Sonoran Desert.
Date: November 19 – January 2
Agua Caliente Park Ranch House Hours, November – April: Wednesday–Friday 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 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 November
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 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.
Tucson River of Words 2008 Traveling Exhibit
What: Tucson’s River of Words is more than a youth poetry and art contest, it is a cycle of activities each building upon the next. The vibrant images and lyrical poems from the 2008 Tucson’s River of Words are expressions of the durable connections to nature that these young artists share.
Date: November 3 – January 4
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Pima County Juvenile Court Building, 2225 E. Ajo Way, Tucson
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
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—December
Brown Mountain Geology Walk
What: Enjoy a slow-paced 2.5 mile hike, with plenty of stops to learn the geologic history of the Tucson Mountains. Local geologist Bob Scarborough will guide the walk and provide instruction on regional geologic history, with a particular emphasis on the Tucson Mountains. Reservations required.
Date: Friday, December 5
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park, 8451 W. McCain Loop Road
Cost/Age: free, ages 12 and up
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations required.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Rats, Mice and Everything Nice
What: We will take a closer look at the smallest desert mammals while exploring the park. Meet a biologist that studies these small creatures and learn about the life and times of pack rats, cactus mice, and other amazing animals.
Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.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, kids ages 5-12 and their families
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Saturday Nature Stroll
What: Join us for this informative nature walk where we’ll explore the diversity of plant life and wildlife in this beautiful desert setting.
Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 11:00 a.m. – noon
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.
Wednesday Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
What: Each month the volunteer weed warriors work to eradicate buffelgrass and other exotic weeds. The Wednesday work parties are for the hardiest weed warriors and may require hiking in to infested areas and pulling buffelgrass on steep slopes. These are also some of the most precious and fragile habitats seriously impacted by buffelgrass invasions. Coordinators will provide instruction on plant identification and proper techniques for removal. This is strenuous work and volunteers need to be in very good physical condition. Gloves and digging bars provided. Bring water and snacks; a hat, sunscreen and sturdy shoes.
Date: Wednesday, December 10
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park at 2020 N. Kinney Road – call for meeting location.
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.
Sonoran Desert Wildlife
What: At this informal program, we’ll discuss a variety of interesting animals that inhabit the Sonoran Desert and explore their adaptations, by examining skulls and pelts.
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Martha Cooper Library, 1377 N. Catalina Avenue, 85712
Cost/Age: free, ages 12 and up
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 take a close look at our closest neighbor, the moon, and complete hands-on activities indoors. Then we will move outdoors to explore the moon using binoculars and telescopes.
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Catalina Community Center, 16562 N. Oracle Rd, Catalina 85739
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5-12 and their families
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Tucson Mountain Park Birding Walk
What: Join birding expert John Higgins for a guided bird walk in Tucson Mountain Park. Spot thrashers, wrens, quail, hawks and other birds of the desert southwest nestled among the saguaros and palo verdes. Be sure to bring binoculars and water.
Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Pima County Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area, 1548 S. Kinney Road,
on Kinney 1.5 miles south of Gates Pass Road or 3.8 miles north of Ajo Way
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Historical Tour of Agua Caliente Park
What: Enjoy a guided tour of the historic buildings and landscape to understand how the year-round presence of water from the spring shaped the lives of people and how people shaped the land.
Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.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.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Orienteering
What: Using a map and compass to find your way can be a fun and practical way to explore nature.
Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Where: Caviglia-Arivaca Branch Library, 17050 W. Arivaca Rd., Arivaca, 85601
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5-12 and their families
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Arizona Sheriffs
What: Author Jane Eppinga pays tribute to a brotherhood of men and women who have fought to maintain order and keep their fellow citizens safe while balancing on the edge of good and evil.
Date: Sunday, December 14
Time: 1:00 p.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) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Saturday Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
What: Join the 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, December 20
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 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.
Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Bird Migrations
What: This is the time when birds from cooler parts take advantage of our mild winter weather. We will explore the wetlands and see how birds find food and shelter in their winter home in the Sonoran Desert.
Date: Saturday, December 20
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Where: Sweetwater Wetlands, 2667 W. Sweetwater Dr.
Cost/Age: free, kids ages 5-12 and their families
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Life in the Pond
What: The palm-lined ponds at Agua Caliente Park are more than just pretty sights. They are freshwater communities containing diverse life forms, from native ducks to exotic fish and turtles. Come and explore how the many pond species are interconnected, and how this desert oasis supports life that otherwise wouldn’t survive in the Sonoran Desert.
Date: Saturday, December 20
Time: 11:00 a.m. – noon
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.
Saturday Nature Stroll
What: Agua Caliente Park is home to a variety of plants and animals, from the turtles, fish and waterfowl in the pond to the rich diversity of birdlife and other wildlife in the riparian and desert habitats. As we stroll through the park, we’ll observe and discuss the variety of plants and wildlife that inhabit this area.
Date: Saturday, December 27
Time: 11:00 a.m. - noon
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.
Agua Caliente Park Ranch House Gallery
What: Variations by Sheila Hamann includes watercolor and acrylic paintings of animals and scenes from the Sonoran Desert.
Date: November 19 – January 2
Agua Caliente Park Ranch House Hours, November – April: Wednesday–Friday 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 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 December
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 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.
Tucson River of Words 2008 Traveling Exhibit
What: Tucson’s River of Words is more than a youth poetry and art contest, it is a cycle of activities each building upon the next. The vibrant images and lyrical poems from the 2008 Tucson’s River of Words are expressions of the durable connections to nature that these young artists share.
Date: November 3 – January 4
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Pima County Juvenile Court Building, 2225 E. Ajo Way, Tucson 85713
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: (520) 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Sandy Reith
EE Program Coordinator
Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation
Mailing Address:
3500 West River Road, Tucson, AZ 85741
Office Location:
3572 East River Road, Tucson
(520) 615-7855 ext. 104
Sandy.Reith@pima.gov
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