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Visit the Out of Africa Wildlife Park, and enjoy an otherworldly experience. From the snake shows featuring giant anacondas and boas to the 45-minute African Bush Safari, where you'll experience a personal encounter with giraffes, zebras, and more, it is an unforgettable adventure. The predator feed is especially thrilling as carnivores devour 800 lbs. of raw meat. The Wildlife Park shows their appreciation of the planet's wild areas and wondrous inhabitants by supporting and promoting conservation awareness and action. The exemplary animal care, education and learning experiences, and broad community support make Out of Africa Wildlife Park a must-visit destination for anyone who loves animals.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city by taking a self-guided quarter-mile nature trail that features over 1,500 recorded petroglyphs on nearly 600 boulders, native desert plants, and animals in their natural habitat at the Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve. The preserve also has historical research data and displays of ongoing Southwest archaeology research by ASU faculty and students. The museum, gallery, trail, and free audio tour are available for the petroglyph trail. The university has been operating, protecting, and preserving the site since 1994, and there are plenty of opportunities to explore and learn more about the area and indigenous cultures through guided tours, publications, and ongoing lecture series.