Saguaro National Park
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Tuesday April 23 5:00pm - 6:00pm MST Weekly
Sunset Hike (East District)
Climb a half-mile up the Tanque Verde Ridge trail with a ranger guide.
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Wednesday April 24 9:15am - 10:00am MST
Those Crazy Cactus (West District)
Crazy, quirky, or creepy, the facts about cactus are as fascinating as the folklore - and just as far-fetched. Join a Park Naturalist for a casual stroll and lighthearted look at our spiny desert dwellers Wheelchair accessible.
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Wednesday April 24 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST Weekly
Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert. From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.
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Wednesday April 24 5:00pm - 7:30pm MST Weekly
Explore the Night (East District)
Take a stroll in the twilight as night-prowling creatures emerge to enjoy the cooler hours after dark. Bats expected! Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center entrance. Bring water, flashlight and a light jacket. 1mi-1.5mi, 2 hour hike.
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Thursday April 25 10:15am - 11:00am MST Weekly
Spiny, Shady, and COOL! (West District)
Come for a short walk and discover the great variety of cacti that inhabit this unique and fascinating desert. Wheelchair accessible
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Thursday April 25 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST Weekly
Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert. From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.
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Thursday April 25 5:00pm - 6:00pm MST Weekly
Sunset Hike (East District)
Climb a half-mile up the Tanque Verde Ridge trail with a ranger guide.
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Friday April 26 6:00am - 9:00am MST Weekly
King Canyon/Gould Mine Hike
Meet at the King Canyon Trailhead for a 3 mile walk up the canyon and down the Gould Mine Trail. Along the way learn about the petroglyphs the Mam-A-Gaw picnic area and the Gould Mine. There will also be opportunities to talk about the various flora that will emerge ove......More
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Friday April 26 10:15am - 11:00am MST Weekly
Living with Giants (West District)
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife when it flowers its growth patterns and how it fights for survival against drought lightning frost and other dangers. Wheelcha......More
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Friday April 26 12:15pm - 1:00pm MST Weekly
The Desert as a Provider - (West District)
The Sonoran Desert has been inhabited by humans for nearly 8000 years. Join us at the Tucson Mountain District Red Hills Visitor Center for a short walk to learn about several desert plants that helped sustain human life over that time.
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Friday April 26 1:45pm - 2:30pm MST Weekly
Arizona's Wild Cats! (West District)
This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types of wild cats that roam not only Arizona’s mountains and deserts, but in some cases – our cities and towns! ......More
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Friday April 26 2:45pm - 3:30pm MST Weekly
Look out! It's a jumping cholla! - (West District)
If you have wanted to learn how far a jumping cholla can fly or if you have another question with respect to the seven various cholla species in Saguaro National Park, then join a volunteer interpretive ranger on a short walk as the cholla are identified and questions a......More
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Saturday April 27 10:15am - 11:00am MST Weekly
Living with Giants (West District)
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife when it flowers its growth patterns and how it fights for survival against drought lightning frost and other dangers. Wheelcha......More
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Saturday April 27 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST Weekly
Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert. From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.
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Saturday April 27 1:15pm - 2:00pm MST Weekly
Play Sonoran Desert Bingo! - (West District)
Learn about the plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert while enjoying a rousing version of bingo! Get five in a row - down, across, or diagonally - and win a non-monetary prize!Wheelchair accessible
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Saturday April 27 5:00pm - 7:30pm MST Weekly
Explore the Night (East District)
Take a stroll in the twilight as night-prowling creatures emerge to enjoy the cooler hours after dark. Bats expected! Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center entrance. Bring water, flashlight and a light jacket. 1mi-1.5mi, 2 hour hike.
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Sunday April 28 9:15am - 10:00am MST Weekly
History of King Canyon and Gould Mine (West District)
Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the 1000-year-old petroglyphs, a 1930’s CCC project, and the historic Gould Mine site developed in 1906. Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the 1000-year-old petroglyphs, a 1930’s CCC proje......More
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Sunday April 28 10:15am - 11:00am MST Weekly
The Desert as a Provider - (West District)
The Sonoran Desert has been inhabited by humans for nearly 8000 years. Join us at the Tucson Mountain District Red Hills Visitor Center for a short walk to learn about several desert plants that helped sustain human life over that time.
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Sunday April 28 12:15pm - 1:00pm MST Weekly
Look out! It's a jumping cholla! - (West District)
If you have wanted to learn how far a jumping cholla can fly or if you have another question with respect to the seven various cholla species in Saguaro National Park, then join a volunteer interpretive ranger on a short walk as the cholla are identified and questions a......More
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Sunday April 28 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST Weekly
Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert. From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.
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Sunday April 28 2:15pm - 3:00pm MST Weekly
Arizona's Wild Cats! (West District)
This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types of wild cats that roam not only Arizona’s mountains and deserts, but in some cases – our cities and towns! ......More
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Monday April 29 10:15am - 11:00am MST Weekly
Living with Giants (West District)
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife when it flowers its growth patterns and how it fights for survival against drought lightning frost and other dangers. Wheelcha......More
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Monday April 29 12:15pm - 1:00pm MST Weekly
The Desert as a Provider - (West District)
The Sonoran Desert has been inhabited by humans for nearly 8000 years. Join us at the Tucson Mountain District Red Hills Visitor Center for a short walk to learn about several desert plants that helped sustain human life over that time.
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Monday April 29 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST Weekly
Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert. From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.
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Monday April 29 1:15pm - 1:45pm MST Weekly
An Abundance of Lovely Lizards - (West District)
You see them hurry, scurry, and laze in the day. What wonder lies within these plentiful lizards? Get to learn about Saguaro National Park's lizards and what makes them unique in this incredible corner of the Sonoran Desert. Wheelchair accessible.
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Monday April 29 1:45pm - 2:30pm MST Weekly
Look out! It's a jumping cholla! - (West District)
If you have wanted to learn how far a jumping cholla can fly or if you have another question with respect to the seven various cholla species in Saguaro National Park, then join a volunteer interpretive ranger on a short walk as the cholla are identified and questions a......More
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Monday April 29 2:45pm - 3:30pm MST Weekly
Arizona's Wild Cats! (West District)
This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types of wild cats that roam not only Arizona’s mountains and deserts, but in some cases – our cities and towns! ......More
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Tuesday April 30 10:15am - 11:00am MST Weekly
Living with Giants (West District)
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife when it flowers its growth patterns and how it fights for survival against drought lightning frost and other dangers. Wheelcha......More
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Tuesday April 30 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST Weekly
Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert. From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.
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Tuesday April 30 1:15pm - 2:00pm MST Weekly
Picture Perfect! (West District)
Join a ranger on an exciting outdoor program to learn about some of the park’s mammals and how we can protect them through science. This program will start on the patio and includes a short walk into the wash to setup a wildlife camera.
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Tuesday April 30 5:00pm - 6:00pm MST Weekly
Sunset Hike (East District)
Climb a half-mile up the Tanque Verde Ridge trail with a ranger guide.
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Wednesday May 1 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST Weekly
Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert. From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.
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Wednesday May 1 5:00pm - 7:30pm MST Weekly
Explore the Night (East District)
Take a stroll in the twilight as night-prowling creatures emerge to enjoy the cooler hours after dark. Bats expected! Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center entrance. Bring water, flashlight and a light jacket. 1mi-1.5mi, 2 hour hike.
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Thursday May 2 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST Weekly
Garden Walk (East District)
Join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert. From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program.
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Thursday May 2 5:00pm - 6:00pm MST Weekly
Sunset Hike (East District)
Climb a half-mile up the Tanque Verde Ridge trail with a ranger guide.