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Calendar of Events

Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation offers a wide variety of events and activities for people of all ages, interests, and skill levels.

Many of the events listed below have pre-registration requirements or limits on the number of participants. Please call the number listed for additional information.

Check back often for additional events.

Locations for events are as follows:

Agua Caliente Park - 12325 East Roger Road
Feliz Paseos Park - 1600 North Camino de Oeste (1/2 mile north of Speedway/Gates Pass Road)
Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area - 1548 South Kinney Road
Brandi Fenton Memorial Park - 3482 East River Road

Also, click here to view our Special Use and Events Calendar to help you plan your next outing.
February Times Where Event Information
8, Wed 8:00-11:00 a.m. Tucson Mountain Park Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
For the hardiest weed warriors the Wednesday work parties may require hiking in to infested areas and pulling activities on steep slopes. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
8, Wed 9:00 a.m.-noon Tucson Mountain Park Yetman Trail Hike
During a 2-3 mile easy to moderate level hike we search for signs of wildlife that use this area as a travel corridor. We will also visit the ruins of the old stone Bowen House and discuss its history. Ages 12 and up. Reservations required. Camino de Oeste Trailhead, 400 N. Camino de Oeste. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
10, Fri 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Feliz Paseos Park

 Twilight Nature Walk
Take a relaxing, naturalist-guided stroll through the park and experience the quiet of the desert at dusk as we explore how seasonal changes affect local plants and animals. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
11, Sat 9:30 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Agua Caliente Park Restoration Project
Time to give back to Agua Caliente Park. We will restore some wildlife habitat and remove invasive plants to give nature a chance to heal. Children ages 8-12. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
12, Sun 1:00-2:00 p.m. Agua Caliente Park Arizona’s Struggle for Statehood
As we celebrate our centennial year learn the fascinating story of our state’s legal beginning shared by Jack Lasseter, local historian and storyteller. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
15, Wed 8:00-9:30 a.m. Sweetwater Wetlands Birding at Sweetwater Wetlands
Tucson’s Sweetwater Wetlands is one of the premier birding spots in Arizona. Expect to see a variety of wintering sparrows, hawks, falcons, and migrating warblers. Many duck and shorebird species pass through during migration and make the area their wintering grounds. This leisurely walk on easy trails is led by birding experts Farrish and Mark Sharon and Mary Ellen Flynn. Reservations required. Sweetwater Wetlands, 2667 West Sweetwater Drive. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
17, Fri 9:00 a.m.-noon Tucson Mountain Park Botany Hike to Robles Pass
Join Pima County naturalist Meg Quinn for an easy to moderate interpretive hike of approximately four miles in the scenic Robles Pass area of the Tucson Mountains. Learn to identify native trees, shrubs, cacti and wildflowers as we hike on a scenic desert trail. Ages 12 and up. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
17, Fri 11:00 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Nature Stories at Agua Caliente Park
Listening to stories is a wonderful way for children to learn about the natural world around them. Join us for a story reading at the park, followed by an art activity. This program is a partnership between Pima County Natural Resources and Tucson Audubon Society. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
18, Sat 8:00-11:00 a.m. Tucson Mountain Park Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
Join the Sonoran Desert Weedwackers to eradicate buffelgrass and fountain grass in Tucson Mountain Park. Work may require hiking and pulling buffelgrass on steep slopes. Meeting locations change frequently. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
18, Sat 8:00-10:00 a.m. Tucson Mountain Park Paint Out in the Park
Join Tucson Plein Air Painters Society Signature Artist, Walter Porter, at Pima County’s Tucson Mountain Park to learn some techniques for painting landscape scenes in the open air. Experienced and novice artists are invited to “paint out” on their own or to participate in the plein air painting demonstration. Ages 12 and up. Reservations required. Tucson Mountain Park, Ironwood Picnic Area, 1548 S. Kinney Road. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
19, Sun 11:00 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Historical Tour of Agua Caliente Park
Enjoy a guided walk around the lush grounds and historic buildings of Agua Caliente Park, and gain insights into the rich farming and ranching history of the site. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
22, Wed 8:00-11:00 a.m. Tucson Mountain Park Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
For the hardiest weed warriors the Wednesday work parties may require hiking in to infested areas and pulling activities on steep slopes. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
22, Wed 2:30-4:00 p.m. Valencia Branch Library Skulls from the Sonoran Desert
You can tell a lot about an animal by looking at the size and shape of its skull. The group will examine replicas of skulls to learn about what the animals eat, where they live and how they hunt. Families with children ages 5-12. Valencia Branch Library, 202 W. Valencia Rd. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
24, Fri 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tucson Mountain Park A Night with the Stars
Join us for an evening with the stars, planets, and other night sky features. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers will provide an introduction to the night sky and will have telescopes set up for celestial viewing. Bring your flashlight and a lawn chair. Reservations required. Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area, 1548 S. Kinney Road. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
25, Sat 8:00-10:00 a.m. Honey Bee Canyon Park Honey Bee Canyon Park Birding Walk
Join birding experts Marjorie Flory and Mary Ellen Flynn for a guided bird walk in Honey Bee Canyon. Spot Gambel’s quail, verdins, gnatcatchers and other birds of the southwest desert. Reservations required. Honey Bee Canyon Park, 13880 N Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro Valley On Rancho Vistoso Road, 3 three miles north of Tangerine Road. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
25, Sat 9:30-11:30 a.m. Brandi Fenton Park Outdoor Family Day: Map and Compass
Learn how to use a compass to find your way through an orienteering course. Practice your compass skills combined with the use of a map to stay on track; a fun family activity. Families with children ages 5-12. Reservations required. Brandi Fenton Park, 3482 East River Road. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
25, Sat 11:00 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Historical Tour of Agua Caliente Park
Enjoy a guided walk around the lush grounds and historic buildings of Agua Caliente Park, and gain insights into the rich farming and ranching history of the site. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
26, Sun 11:00 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Historical Tour of Agua Caliente Park
Enjoy a guided walk around the lush grounds and historic buildings of Agua Caliente Park, and gain insights into the rich farming and ranching history of the site. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
29, Wed 9:00-10:00 a.m. Brandi Fenton Park Specialty Birds of Southeastern Arizona
Join Rick Taylor, founder of Borderland Tours and author of the new Birds of Southeastern Arizona photo field guide, for a talk on the specialty birds that attract birders to our region from throughout the world. Reservations required. Brandi Fenton Park, 3482 E. River Road. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
Every Thursday 8:30-10:00 a.m. Agua Caliente Park Wake Up with the Birds
Desert meets water at this unique crossroads for migratory and resident birds. Spot wetland birds, hummingbirds, songbirds and raptors nestled among the mesquites and palm trees. Binoculars are available for use or bring your own. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
March Times Where Event Information
2, Fri 11:00 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Nature Stories at Agua Caliente Park
Listening to stories is a wonderful way for children to learn about the natural world around them. Join us for a story reading at the park, followed by an art activity. This program is a partnership between Pima County Natural Resources and Tucson Audubon Society. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
3, Sat 8:00-10:00 a.m. Tucson Mountain Park Tucson Mountain Park Birding Walk
Join birding expert John Higgins for a guided bird walk in Tucson Mountain Park. Spot canyon towhees, rufous-winged sparrows, Gila woodpeckers, and other birds of the desert southwest nestled among the saguaros and ironwood trees. Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area, 1548 S. Kinney Road. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
3, Sat 8:00-10:00 a.m. Sweetwater Preserve Paint Out in the Park
Join Tucson Plein Air Painters Society Signature Artist, Robert Goldman, at Pima County’s Sweetwater Preserve to learn some techniques for painting landscape scenes in the open air. Experienced and novice artists are invited to “paint out” on their own or to participate in the plein air painting demonstration. Ages 12 and up. Reservations required. Sweetwater Preserve, 4000 N. Tortolita Road, south of El Camino Del Cerro. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
7, Wed 8:00-9:30 a.m. Sweetwater Wetlands Birding at Sweetwater Wetlands
Tucson’s Sweetwater Wetlands is one of the premier birding spots in Arizona. Expect to see a variety of wintering sparrows, hawks, falcons, and migrating warblers. Many duck and shorebird species pass through during migration and make the area their wintering grounds. This leisurely walk on easy trails is led by birding experts Farrish and Mark Sharon and Mary Ellen Flynn. Reservations required. Sweetwater Wetlands, 2667 West Sweetwater Drive. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
9, Fri 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Feliz Paseos Park

 Twilight Nature Walk
Take a relaxing, naturalist-guided stroll through the park and experience the quiet of the desert at dusk as we explore how seasonal changes affect local plants and animals. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
10, Sat 8:00-10:00 a.m. Honey Bee Canyon Park Honey Bee Canyon Park Birding Walk
Join birding experts Marjorie Flory and Mary Ellen Flynn for a guided bird walk in Honey Bee Canyon. Spot Gambel’s quail, verdins, gnatcatchers and other birds of the southwest desert. Reservations required. Honey Bee Canyon Park, 13880 N Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro Valley On Rancho Vistoso Road, 3 three miles north of Tangerine Road. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
10, Sat 9:30 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Sonoran Desert Kids Club: Jammin’ with Nature
Learn about the significance of natural sounds while listening to wildlife at Agua Caliente Park; then recreate what you hear using a variety of simple instruments. Bring recycled materials to turn into musical instruments. Children ages 8-12. Reservations required. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
11, Sun 11:00 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Historical Tour of Agua Caliente Park
Enjoy a guided walk around the lush grounds and historic buildings of Agua Caliente Park, and gain insights into the rich farming and ranching history of the site. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
14, Wed 7:00-10:00 a.m. Tucson Mountain Park Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
For the hardiest weed warriors the Wednesday work parties may require hiking in to infested areas and pulling activities on steep slopes. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
16, Fri 8:00-11:00 a.m. Pistol Hill Trailhead Arizona Trail Hike
Discover a rich diversity of plant and animal life during an interpretive hike along an easy to moderate level, 2 to 3 mile section of the Arizona Trail, near Colossal Cave Mountain Park. Ages 12 and up. Reservations required. Pistol Hill Trailhead, 8500 S. Pistol Hill Road. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
16, Fri 11:00 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Nature Stories at Agua Caliente Park
Listening to stories is a wonderful way for children to learn about the natural world around them. Join us for a story reading at the park, followed by an art activity. This program is a partnership between Pima County Natural Resources and Tucson Audubon Society. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
17, Sat 7:00-10:00 a.m. Tucson Mountain Park Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
Join the Sonoran Desert Weedwackers to eradicate buffelgrass and fountain grass in Tucson Mountain Park. Work may require hiking and pulling buffelgrass on steep slopes. Meeting locations change frequently. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
24, Sat 8:00-10:00 a.m. Honey Bee Canyon Park Honey Bee Canyon Park Birding Walk
Join birding experts Marjorie Flory and Mary Ellen Flynn for a guided bird walk in Honey Bee Canyon. Spot Gambel’s quail, verdins, gnatcatchers and other birds of the southwest desert. Reservations required. Honey Bee Canyon Park, 13880 N Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro Valley On Rancho Vistoso Road, 3 three miles north of Tangerine Road. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
24, Sat 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tohono Chul Park Outdoor Family Day: The Pollination Story
We will look closely at flowers and explore the mysteries of how flowers attract birds, bees and other creatures. We’ll also explore the importance of pollinators to our foods with our imaginary pollinator picnic. Families with children ages 5-12. Reservations required. Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
25, Sun 11:00 a.m.-noon Agua Caliente Park Historical Tour of Agua Caliente Park
Enjoy a guided walk around the lush grounds and historic buildings of Agua Caliente Park, and gain insights into the rich farming and ranching history of the site. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
28, Wed 7:00-10:00 a.m. Tucson Mountain Park Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
For the hardiest weed warriors the Wednesday work parties may require hiking in to infested areas and pulling activities on steep slopes. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.
Every Thursday 8:00-9:30 a.m. Agua Caliente Park Wake Up with the Birds
Desert meets water at this unique crossroads for migratory and resident birds. Spot wetland birds, hummingbirds, songbirds and raptors nestled among the mesquites and palm trees. Binoculars are available for use or bring your own. For more information call 615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov.

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