$35/member; $50/non-member Trip difficulty: Easy. Walking distance: around 1 mile at the most. Trip Duration: 1.5 – 2 hrs. Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines. Ground condition:...
Sierra Vista is the Hummingbird Capital of the United States, so what better place can there be to hunt for hummingbirds. This exciting trip is led by professional bird guide Kristy...
Join professional guide, Jeff Babson, on this tour of Carr Canyon, beginning in the lower canyon, where we will look for Gambel's Quail, Rufous-crowned, Chipping and Botteri's Sparrows, Blue and...
Join professional guide, Jennie MacFarland on a full day within Fort Huachuca where destinations will include Huachuca and Garden Canyons. We will explore a variety of habitats including foothill grasslands, sycamore-lined canyon...
Join professional guide Richard Fray, on a day long excursion to see what's new or unusual in Southeastern Arizona. This trip's destinations will be based on recent bird reports in the...
The focus of this trip with professional bird guide David Simpson will be the Benedictine’s Holy Trinity Monastery, a 132-acre site on the east side of the San Pedro River in St....
Join professional tour leader Scott Olmstead for a trip to the Patagonia area. Patagonia is one of south-eastern Arizona’s best-known destinations for riparian birds. Specialties that can be found here include Gray...
Trip difficulty: Easy. About a mile on flat surfaces. Trip duration about 2 hours. Water, benches, shade, and bathrooms on site. We’ll meander around this urban park looking for hidden gems...
A trip for beginning or visiting birders who want to learn about Sonoran Desert birds that favor mesquite bosques – a once prevalent but now threatened habitat. We’ll explore the...
Join Ranger Jacque on a strenuous uphill hike to Wind Cave and take in the views of the mountains and the city. We will hike the Wind Cave Trail with...
The San Pedro River in May is a vibrant green ribbon of life, an avian super highway through the desert for millions of migrants. The dense cottonwood/willow forest is alive...
Join bird guide, Dan Hoobler on a visit to the world famous Ramsey Canyon in the Huachuca Mountains. Owned by The Nature Conservancy, this area has been a hot spot for birding for...
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. It’s World Migratory Bird Day and eBird Global Big Day, as well...
Meet at the park’s Nature Center. It is time to harvest seeds! Join us for a celebration of native seeds!! As we strive to improve native biodiversity within the parks....
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along...
In the “Placita” outside Mission Garden’s kitchen FREE and open to the public, for all ages Friday and Saturday May 9 and 10 Come by any time between 8am-10am on...
Every desert dweller knows that there’s nothing more breathtaking than the Spring bloom! Take advantage of this extraordinary chance to see live wildflowers and learn how to identify them and...
Use Google Docs to create and collaborate on online documents. Edit together with secure sharing in real-time and from any device. Space is limited; registration is required. Note: You need to...
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary hosts breakfasts each year with the zoo's most iconic animals! "Breakfast with the Animals" includes a light breakfast in front of the spotlight animal, a special...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open...
The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED learning course is designed for individuals who need a certification that satisfies the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), workplace, and other requirements. It...
This blended learning course is for adult volunteers and includes an online portion and an instructor-led skill demonstration session. The online portion must be completed before attending the in-person session....
Discover the science soaring above you! From the local cactus wren to the tropical parrot, investigate the brilliant lives of birds. Meet local teens who created a video game to...
It’s MAY-KER Month, and we’ve crafted an exciting line-up of interactive programs where young innovators can build, create, and explore all month long!
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
Stop by the Art Studio and create an origami flower card for that special person in your life!
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals,...
STEM Challenges for kids 6-12. Meet the challenge and get a free book!
Museum opens at 9:00 am for event check-in; the ARIZONA GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ begins at 10:00 am. The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the...
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. If you have been wondering when, what, where, and...
Learn what you can make with a 3D printer! In this introductory workshop we will choose cute small animals to print. Acrylic paint and brushes will be available to paint your 3d...
Teen Musician Mechanics takes place on Saturdays at 10:00 am in Camp Verde Community Library's Teen Library. TMM will be focused on the nuts-and-bolts side of musical instruments, in a literal sense: repairing,...
30-minute, one-on-one instruction sessions are available for assistance with introductory software, creating email accounts, downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, résumé development, online job applications, and more. Tutoring check-in is at the...
Join Ranger Olivia on National Cactus Day to learn more about the cacti that live in the desert. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! In...
Ranger Jacque gives a beginner’s glimpse into the birding world with an indoor presentation on birding, followed by outdoor application on the viewing deck! And because it’s World Migratory Bird...
Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...
Drop into the museum during any open hours and enjoy monthly themed activities! We’ll provide the supplies and simple instructions that prompt kids to explore a variety of subjects. Location:...
Add woodworking to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! Makers will dive into hand tool woodworking by learning how to use a hand saw, drill and other tools during...
Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a...
Proven techniques to help all your plants survive 100+ degree temperatures. Learn which plants are known to thrive in the heat. Presented by Pima County Master Gardeners from the University...
Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.
Would you like to raise earthworms? Handle live red wrigglers, read cool worm stories, and come up with fun wormy words. Then construct worm bins out of re-purposed materials. Take...
Cicadas hum, beetles click, and crickets chirp. Let's make music like insects do! Plus, learn how and why desert bugs make music. Age at least 6 yrs but less than...
STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through...
Try out a beginner-friendly sewing project. We'll provide everything you need! You can also bring clothes to fix or alter. The Teen Advisory Board will be there to help with...
A fun, gorgeously animated fulldome show about cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, this dazzling film reveals how hydrogen and carbon formed in the universe and then brings it all...
Dive into the brief history of the Colorado River while learning expert tips on sustainable watering practices, efficient irrigation techniques, and native drought-resistant plants, and to help you save water...
Immerse in a lush 3D environment while flying through Space. Learn about the cutting edge of Exploration. Scientist see light across a spectrum far broader than visible light. What can...
Introduction to AI: Understanding ChatGPT and other AI AI is no longer a futuristic concept, but a reality that is already impacting various aspects of our lives. From virtual assistants...
No Place for a Lady: The Life Story of Archaeologist Marjorie F. Lambert by Shelby Tisdale, Ph.D. In the first half of the twentieth century, the Southwest beckoned and the...
Want to sew? Want to learn to sew? Join us! Learn to sew and come and enjoy sewing with others. Projects are prepared for those who wish to learn to...
This exclusive Cave Creek Museum adventure is a “must” for everyone! Cave Creek Museum has partnered with Rackensack Canyon Tours to bring Arizona’s first and only total gold mining experience...
The Expedition Reef show reveals, in exquisite detail, the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs around the world—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Learn the secrets of...
Families are encouraged to participate in making and creating at Mesquite. Guided activities will include science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics concepts. Join the family STEAM event every second Saturday...
Explore the world of LEGO with us every Saturday from 2-3pm. Children of all ages are welcome!
Let’s play with LEGOS! Every Saturday you can build something new. Show off your creativity and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) skills and have tons of fun! ¡Juguemos con LEGOS! Cada sábado...
Crafting meets coding at this fun event! Join us to learn about the basics of binary code and create your own personalized binary bracelet or keychain. For teens ages 13-17. First-come...
Did you know that you can help real-world scientists by contributing to Citizen Science? Join SciStarter Ambassadors at Citizen Science 101: Science Near Me, as we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of...
Add woodworking to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! Makers will dive into hand tool woodworking by learning how to use a hand saw, drill and other tools during...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in...
Interested in digital art but don’t know where to begin? Join us for this introductory course where we will explore the different tools and techniques you can utilize with the...
Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public...
LaterLab is a space for Makers to freely design, create and connect! Using the tools, machines and materials already available at CREATE, Makers will have the freedom to build on...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a...
Kartchner Caverns invites you to join us for a walk in the park as we uncover and learn about some of the 13 different neighboring bat species in the park. We will use bat detectors while on...
As protostars coalesce in the cold dark cores of molecular clouds, they spin up to rapid rotation rates while the remnant material from star formation collapses into dusty gaseous circumstellar...