Learn about the abundance of food that grows on trees throughout the desert. Learn about the bean trees that can be harvested like mesquite, ironwood, palo verde and carob. Enjoy...
Kids ages 6-11 are welcome to drop in to our self-guided makerspace where we learn by doing. Explore creative hands-on ways to design, experiment, and make. All materials provided, just...
$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:...
Trip difficulty: Easy. Travel is about 2 miles on level formed trails, with occasional gentle slopes. Rio Vista Park is one of two Natural Resource Parks within the City of Tucson....
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy walk to look for and identify our desert feathered friends and their homes. Click program title for more details. On this walk near the...
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...
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen...
Join Dr. Celia Holm for a morning walk around the Arboretum grounds. Walk begins promptly at 7:30 am. Limited to 15 participants. Pre-registration is required.
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....
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....
Taste the flavors of Pine, Arizona on an appetizing adventure with demonstrations from a master canner, a tour of the Pine Creek Lavender Farm, and discoveries of the farm's impressive...
Summer doesn't have to mean the end of gardening! There are plenty of fruits, veggies, flowers, and herbs that can grow in The Valley all summer long, and we want...
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375...
Join Ranger Derik on an easy/moderate hike to the only summit hike in the County Park System and get sweeping views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. Ranger Derik...
Our desert enviroment is rich with diverse plants and trees with edible components. In this interactive class, learn about the different types of mesquite trees that grow in our community,...
Learn about the abundance of food that grows on trees throughout the desert. Learn about the bean trees that can be harvested like mesquite, ironwood, palo verde and carob. Enjoy...
Learn about ways to identify birds that you see in your backyard and along hiking trails with an indoor presentation from Ranger Nikki. Ranger Nikki will present a slideshow of...
We strive to create a fun, hands on experience for children to learn about organic gardening to encourage the love of gardening for years to come. Bring your gloves because...
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...
Ignite your curiosity and unlock your potential as a scientist! Whether you’re fascinated by chemistry, captivated by physics, or simply eager to explore something new, this hands-on lab offers an...
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...
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...
Dive into a world where every drop makes a difference! Empower your curiosity, discover innovative solutions, and become part of a future where smart science shapes a cleaner, brighter tomorrow....
Dive into a world where every drop makes a difference! Empower your curiosity, discover innovative solutions, and become part of a future where smart science shapes a cleaner, brighter tomorrow....
Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, in collaboration with the Forager’s Path School of Botanical Studies, is hosting a Native Herb Festival that you don’t want to miss! This all day...
Learn basic circuitry while creating your personalized wearable item. Ages 5-11.
Join author Margaret Dyekman for her talk on Iconic Birds of Northern Arizona. Margaret is the author of Backyard Birding in Northern Arizona. Her book is available in our gift shop....
Acompañanos a pintar árboles abstractos usando círculos una de las técnicas más famosas que usaba el pintor Ruso Vasili Kandinsky. Por orden de llegada hasta agotar existencias.
Join Ranger Olivia to learn about the beautiful saguaro blooms that are happening right now all around us! Have you ever wondered about our state flower: the saguaro blossom? This...
Together we'll be going where no one has gone before in experimenting with everyday items and seeing what dangerous and crazy stuff we can make happen but as they always...
Join us as we explore how animals survive in the desert, rainforest, and savanna habitats, and how our actions affect their survival. Zoo educators and animal ambassadors will inspire you...
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...
Geckos, skinks, and snakes, oh my! Local teen reptile enthusiast Bella G. brings her cold-blooded friends to the library for some reptilian fun. For children, ages 7-12. Space is limited,...
Do you want to learn to grow your own plants? Watch the seed turn into a veggie, herb or flower? Join us at the garden at Quincie Douglas Library.
Join us to explore the fascinating ancient art of cave painting and create your own masterpiece to be featured in our summer exhibition! Suited for kids ages 6-12 years old....
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...
Learn the basics needed to help save a life. Discern between heart attacks, strokes and airway obstruction. Learn to care for burns, cuts, injuries, and more. Training meets OSHA Guidelines...
Join us as we explore how animals survive in the desert, rainforest, and savanna habitats, and how our actions affect their survival. Zoo educators and animal ambassadors will inspire you...
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...
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...
Meet Ranger Jacque and our animal ambassadors at feeding time! Join us for an up- close look at some of the desert’s most fascinating creatures! Watch as our animal ambassadors,...
Get ready for fun, funky, creative and environmentally friendly make-and-take craft experiences for adults and families from a professional teaching artist with over 15 years of experience. The Junk Lady,...
Join us for an Intro to 3D Modeling and 3D Printing workshop. Explore the basics of 3D design using Tinkercad and learn how to bring your ideas to life with a Bambu...
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...
Geometric art is the use of one or several geometric shapes, meant to create a visual sensory experience. The art is abstract, futuristic, and often colorful, portraying the created shapes...
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...
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...
This program uses the London Symphony Orchestra’s recording of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 to take the audience through the science and discoveries of the recently launched James Webb Space...
Get Animated! Join us to build your own DIY lightbox and make a hand-drawn rotoscope animation. For teens ages 13-17. First come first served, while supplies last.
Join us for a fun and informative program where you'll discover the science behind molecular gastronomy and learn how to make your own popping boba. This program is open to...
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...
Kids ages 6-11 are welcome to drop in to our self-guided makerspace where we learn by doing. Explore creative hands-on ways to design, experiment, and make. All materials provided, just...
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...
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...
Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Friday and Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo...
Join us for a magical evening of food and stargazing at Oracle State Park, an official International Dark Sky Park! Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Latin Caribbean cuisine from the...
Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House Star Party telescope viewing (8:00 – 10:00pm) Information: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park. 3820 E Wildlife Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623...