Agua Caliente Park

The below calendar is a list of events at Agua Caliente Park.

The combined Conservation Lands & Resources Dept and Parks and Recreation Dept registration site had become so full that it could be difficult to navigate to find what you are looking for.

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  • LGBTQ+: A History in Arizona

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    LGBTQ+: A History in Arizona with Marshall Shore Saturday, January 28, 2023 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Historian Marshall Shore presents Arizona’s history of the LGBTQ+ community, which begins long before Arizona was a state, with the Native American belief of two-spirits, continuing on through to the seismic shift of Civil Union/ Marriage Equality. There

  • Annual Member and Board Meeting

    The Annual Member and Board meeting will be held at 7 pm. Location is To Be Determined. For additional information, email: infofriendsofaguacaliente.org.  

  • Caretakers of the Land: A Story of Farming and Community in San Xavier

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Caretakers of the Land: A Story of Farming and Community in San Xavier with Jacelle Ramon-Sauberan Saturday, February 4, 2023 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Farming has always been the way of life for the Tohono O’odham community in San Xavier, located just south of Tucson. Their way of life depended on access to the

  • Set in Stone but Not in Meaning: Southwestern Indian Rock Art

    Virtual Zoom

    Set in Stone but Not in Meaning: Southwestern Indian Rock Art with Allen Dart Saturday, February 11, 2023 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. *This program is presented online via Zoom Ancient American Indian petroglyphs (symbols carved or pecked on rocks) and pictographs (rock paintings) are claimed by some to be forms of writing for which

  • Assembling the Southwest: The History and Geography of a Region

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Assembling the Southwest: The History and Geography of a Region with Scott Warren Saturday, February 18, 2023 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Our region is a diverse and contrasting patchwork of cultures, resources, and environments. So how did the Southwest and its cultural and natural icons become so distinctive in our collective imagination? In this

  • Stargazing Agua Caliente Park

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    What: Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. They will have several telescopes set up in the bus lanes at the north end of the main parking lot. Feel free to bring your lawn chair. Park gate may close before event end

  • Specters of the Past – Ghost Towns That Built Arizona

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Specters of the Past – Ghost Towns That Built Arizona with Jay Mark Saturday, February 25, 2023 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. In addition to an entertaining, visual display of the communities, towns and settlements that contributed to the early growth of the state, this presentation by writer and historian Jay Mark, also focuses on

  • Friends of Agua Caliente Park Board Meeting

    Virtual Zoom

    The Friends of Agua Caliente Park (FOAC) Board Meeting will be held either in-person or via Zoom. If you want to attend, please email infofriendsofaguacaliente.org for additional information or the link. The meeting will go from 7 – 8:30 pm.

  • Stargazing Agua Caliente Park

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    What: Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. They will have several telescopes set up in the bus lanes at the north end of the main parking lot. Feel free to bring your lawn chair. Park gate may close before event end

  • Friends of Agua Caliente Park Board Meeting

    Virtual Zoom

    The Friends of Agua Caliente Park (FOAC) Board Meeting will be held either in-person or via Zoom. If you want to attend, please email infofriendsofaguacaliente.org for additional information or the link. The meeting will go from 7 – 8:30 pm.

  • Birding Agua Caliente Park

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Birding Agua Caliente Park Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. We expect to see woodpeckers, flycatchers, warblers, vireos, and more. Dates: Wednesdays, September 6 and 20, October 4 and 18 Time: 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E.

  • The world of Mammals: North American Deer (Virtual)

    Virtual Zoom

    The World of Mammals: North American Deer Thursday, September 7, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. MST Deer are very familiar animals throughout North America. Who hasn’t stopped along a road to gaze at these elegant mammals? This month we explore deer, focusing on North American species, but with a global perspective. Information about how to access the

  • Photography Basics

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Photography Basics: Agua Caliente Park Whether you’re using a cell phone or a professional camera, the basics of photography are the same. Things like aperture, shutter speed, and ISO can strike fear in those just starting out, so we’ll define them in basic terms and discuss when, why, and how to use them. We’ll start

  • Stargazing Agua Caliente Park

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Stargazing Agua Caliente Park Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. Free, family-friendly fun. Registration required. Weather permitting. Date: Saturday, September 9 Times: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749 Cost: Free. Online registration required. Register at: http://pima-county-nrpr.eventbrite.com Click to Register

  • Adventures in Birding: Falcons (Virtual)

    Virtual Zoom

    Adventures in Birding: Falcons Tuesday, September 12, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. MST Falcons are diurnal birds of prey well known for their speed and hunting prowess. In this episode of AIB we explore the caracaras, forest-falcons, and true falcons, including their biology, classification, and tips for identification.   Information about how to access the Zoom session

  • Birding 101: Birding for all Ages and Abilities

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Birding 101: 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

  • Naturalist Fireside Chat (virtual)

    Virtual Zoom

    Naturalist Fireside Chat Saturday, September 16, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. MST Saturday, October 14, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. MS We begin with a look at observations, news, and notes on the natural world. Then the floor is open to all who want to ask questions, share observations, and connect with other nature lovers. This monthly

  • Friends of Agua Caliente Park Board Meeting

    Virtual Zoom

    The Friends of Agua Caliente Park (FOAC) Board Meeting will be held via Zoom. If you want to attend, please email infofriendsofaguacaliente.org for additional information or the link. The meeting will go from 7 – 8:30 pm.

  • Birding Agua Caliente Park

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Birding Agua Caliente Park Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. We expect to see woodpeckers, flycatchers, warblers, vireos, and more. Dates: Wednesdays, September 6 and 20, October 4 and 18 Time: 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E.

  • Dragons and Damsels of Agua Caliente Park

    Agua Caliente Park 12325 E Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    Dragons and Damsels of Agua Caliente Park Agua Caliente Park is an excellent habitat for dragonflies and damselflies. Explore the ponds in search of damsels and dragons, learn how to identify them, and discover the secrets of their amazing lives. All ages encouraged. Date: Wednesday, September 20 Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Where: Pima

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