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Discovery Station: Meet the Critters

Saturday, June 27, 2026
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
6533 W. Phillips Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85144

(602) 506-2930 ext 7


Stop by the Nature Center to learn about San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Nikki during this come-and-go, drop-in session. Click program title for more details.

 

Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, a chuckwalla, a tarantula, a Gila monster and tortoises. Learn about their life cycles, adaptations and what you should do if you encounter their relatives on the trail. Activity sheets and coloring pages will be available for the kids. (There is a Tortoise Feeding before this at 8:30am. See separate program listing for more information). If you plan to hike before or after the program, be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and bring plenty of water. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature Center.

MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center

Map of Meeting Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/X5PWpbYGh2hmJ7bz7

No registration required. Just stop by any time between 9:00am and 11:00am!

 
 

Phone: 602-506-2930

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