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 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

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

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

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

Creatures of the Night: Agua Caliente Park Bats, and frogs, and snakes – oh my! Join two naturalists as we seek flying, slithering, and hopping creatures that come out at night. Explore the nocturnal world using bat detectors to discover who's flying overhead, thermal cameras to detect heat signatures of covert critters, headlamps in search

Order Up!: Dragonflies and Damselflies Wednesday, September 27, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m. MST As an appetizer for Dragonfly Day on September 30, this month’s episode examines the order Odonata. Found at wetlands around the world dragonflies and damselflies are among the most conspicuous of all insects. These insects dazzle with their astounding flight capabilities, bright colors,

Cell Phone Photography Basics: Agua Caliente Learn the basic functions of your Android and/or iPhone camera to impress your friends or brighten your memories. We’ll spend some time going over the basics, then dive into techniques for taking pictures of people, landscapes, and animals and then editing them for social media or as keepsakes. Date:

Order Up!: Order Up!: Grasshoppers Tuesday, October 10, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. MST Fall is grasshopper season making it a good time to dive into these diverse, colorful insects. This month’s Order Up! examines grasshoppers – their life cycle, diversity, and importance to healthy ecosystems. Information about how to access the Zoom session will be emailed

Adventures in Birding: Thick-billed Parrot Wednesday October 11, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m. MST Did you know that Arizona was formerly home to a native parrot? Thick-billed Parrots were recorded in pine forests in Arizona until relatively recently. This month we explore the history of this beautiful bird in the Grand Canyon State. Information about how to