Calling All Young Architects and World Explorers! Are you ready to embark on a global adventure — all within the exciting world of Minecraft? In this immersive class, students will travel...
Did you know Arizona actually has five seasons? The thunderstorms of Tucson’s monsoon have the power to transform the Sonoran Desert during Arizona’s fifth season: the wet summer! Monsoon Magic...
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...
We've compiled everything we think every beginner gardener should know, and jam-packed it into an hour class. From setting up your growing space to harvesting the fruits of your labor,...
Spend the morning outside to learn all about plants of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia. Enjoy a guided nature hike along one of our trails...
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...
Capture the beauty of butterflies and fascinating insects in this beginners Macro Photography Workshop with Butterfly Wonderland photographer Jonathan Cline. Learn essential photography techniques along with tips and tricks to...
VIP tour of the Arizona Worm Farm, including our breeding operations, castings production, organic egg production, and food forest. You will learn how we breed thousands of worms, meet our...
In this course you will learn the basic skills about the internet: Surf using Edge/ Google Bookmark and organize pages of interest Understanding the Internet addresses– URLs Understand search engines...
Does your child dream of becoming a Zoo veterinarian? Your child will travel behind-the-scenes to the Zoo’s Animal Health Center for a day in the life of a Zoo Vet...
Ratios and proportional relationships are critical areas for middle school mathematics and are foundational for further study in mathematics and science, as well as being useful for everyday life. The...
A very special class taught by Angela Judd of @growing.in.the.garden. Whether you want to grow tomatoes in hanging baskets or you want to utilize a small space, our Container Vegetable...
Breakfast with the Animals includes a light breakfast in front of the spotlight animal, a special animal feeding and keeper talk, and an animal activity for the kids. It’s the...
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...
WMG’s Living Lab and Learning Center is our premier demonstration site for various water harvesting strategies and sustainable living practices for arid landscape living. We have rainwater on tap and meet almost 100%...
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...
Gift the gift of blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive! Appointment times can be found by going to www.redcrossblood.org and selecting the "Donating Blood" option. Location: 1st Floor Pulliam...
Celebrate creativity, curiosity, and hands-on exploration at The Art of Innovation. Participants will dive into art-meets-science experiments to unlock the innovative power of imagination. Whether you're a budding artist, a...
Learn how animals move as you construct and create a movable paper animal in the Art Studio.
It’s SepSTEAMber! Head to BlockMania on the 1st floor and engineer your own creations with PVC pipes and connectors! From ladders and mazes to forts and tunnels, kids will explore...
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
Learn about the wildlife that quietly lives in our backyards. From scorpions, to snakes, coyotes and more. There will NOT be any animals at this educational presentation and is primarily...
The Arizona Worm Farm growing staff will teach the basics of organic tomato growing and give you a gift package to get you started! Topics will include: The Best Time...
Explore the rich and complex history of modern preservation efforts within Walnut Canyon. This historic cabin was built for the first forest rangers tasked with safeguarding the resources of the...
Join Ranger Olivia to learn about the people who lived in the Valley before us by seeing real artifacts, petroglyphs, and even creating your own. This classroom setting program will...
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...
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,...
A fun filled day celebrating the variety of food that is grown and harvested on the Colorado Plateau! Enjoy a pueblo oven demonstration, tea tastings, and kids' activities, all free....
Get a personalized, signed copy of Angela Judd's new garden planner. Pickup at the event or anytime after.
Do butterflies really come out of cocoons? Learn more about the differences between Butterflies and Moths from your local Park Ranger during Monarch Awareness month this September. Put your skills...
Presented by Tempe Water Conservation. Water can be a high cost for Homeowner Associations (HOA). Join us for this information session on water efficiency for large landscapes and learn about...
Gardening here is much different than in most areas of the U.S., offering special rewards and special challenges. This presentation is designed to familiarize newcomers with the unique climate, soil,...
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...
Come eat lunch in the air conditioning and learn about scavengers with Ranger Shaun. The desert, you might have noticed, is not prone to allowing thing to rot. That requires...
Unlock your creativity! Create a design using our computers and get it 3-D printed—we’ll help you get started and contact you when your print is ready. Ages 12 + /...
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...
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...
The lecture will briefly outline the purpose and function of the statewide Invasive Plant Program, and will showcase success stories of restoration projects in central and southern Arizona. Participants will...
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...
Visit Palo Verde for an hour of LEGO brick building! Participants can take on a LEGO challenge, follow a theme, or assemble their own creations! Program held every Saturday from...
Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.
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...
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...
Join a Park Ranger and the crew from Scorpion Bay Marina on an informative and relaxing boat cruise around scenic Lake Pleasant. Explore the beauty of Lake Pleasant on a...
Come with Ranger Shaun for a Sunset hike! Walk a western facing section of Clay Mine trail as the sun sets to enjoy one of Arizona’s legendary sunsets. Water and...
Questions about the Sonoran Desert or the things that live there? Ask Ranger Kevin! Come to the Trailhead Staging Area and say hello to Ranger Kevin from 6:00pm to...
Explore the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary at your own pace and join us for an unforgettable evening full of reptile fun! Observe Crocodilian and Venomous Snake Feedings throughout the night! Meet...
Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of fun late-summer stargazing! Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. Possibilities include planets, galaxies, nebulae, and...
Search for scorpions and other critters with Ranger Eric on a short night hike! Join Ranger Eric to look for scorpions and other nocturnal wildlife on a short hike along...
Join Ranger Shaun for an after dark critter hunt! Come walk roughly 1.5-miles in the desert in the dark and look for wildlife with Ranger Shaun. This is a great...