Difficulty Rating: 🥾(Foundational)

Discover the diverse wildlife community of our local Sonoran Desert this summer! Campers will explore the unique and rather thriving ecosystem over the course of a weeklong summer experience. This camp is not only an exploration of our Tucson area but will also take campers to the Sky Islands of Mount Lemmon and Madera Canyon, with an included trip to the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum. Join us for a week of WILDLIFE!

Weekly Highlights

• Mount Lemmon: Travel to our pine-covered Sky Island Retreat, a haven for both people and animals. Explore the trails, observe rare birds, and identify local wildlife
• Madera Canyon: Traverse the beautiful oaklands south of Tucson as we search for bears, squirrels, and hidden oases. Get ready for a day of fun hikes and outdoor adventure!
• Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum: Experience animals up close in this experience with an included animal show, plus time to tour the museum grounds. Bring your water bottle and a stronger thirst for knowledge.

Physical Demands & Requirements

This trip is designed for beginner level hikers, with participants interested in Wildlife.

• Hiking/Walking: Must be able to carry a small backpack with a water bottle. Experience on short hikes is recommended but not required. 
• Supportive soled shoes (ie. gym sneakers) are required. No flat-soled shoes (like casual sneakers or sandals) are permitted. Closed-toe shoes are preferred on daily adventures. 
• Heat: Because summer programs are subject to seasonal heat, all campers are required to have a water bottle. If a student does not have one, we can provide it upon request.

What’s Included

This week we provide the essentials: entrance fees and transportation. Daypacks for daily use may be available upon request. Prior to departure, an itinerary and packing list will be emailed to ensure your camper is fully prepared for daily experiences.