Whether you’re using a cell phone or a professional camera, the basics of photography are the same. Things like aperture, shutter speed, and ISO can strike fear in those just starting out, so we’ll define them in basic terms and discuss when, why, and how to use them. We’ll start our learning in the classroom,...
Join Old Pueblo Archaeology Center’s “Homol’ovi and Rock Art Ranch Pueblos and Petroglyphs Tour” on Friday, September 8 and Saturday, September 9, 2023. Participants will meet at 12:00 noon on...
Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike along the Cottonwood Trail to look for reptiles of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way, we will discuss identification tips, their ecological roles, and safety around venomous animals. We will hike 1-2 miles roundtrip on easy grade, but occasionally rocky or uneven ground. Please wear protective clothing and/or...
This monthly program offers a comfortable, safe and engaging place for people living with memory loss along with their caregivers to meet with others in a like situation. Meet with small groups of caregivers to share information and experiences. Learn and build new skills, gain peer support, and discover ideas to enhance your quality of...
One Sky is a brand new fulldome show that talks about the the night sky from the perspective of a different culture or Indigenous society from around the globe. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates...
Measure your digital skills and use interactive training to build your tech knowledge in areas such as email, Microsoft Office software, social media, and using the Internet. You will be...
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the planets (including some Saturnian and Galilean moons) pointing out...
Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert mammals such as coyotes, foxes and bobcats. Learn about desert mammals with Ranger Nikki during this informal...
Heat up a summer full of fun at the Garden. Gather your family and friends on the second Friday of each month for refreshing welcome drinks, live music, pop-up activities, Garden strolls and more! All ages are welcome. DATE: Aug. 11, Sept. 8 TIME: 6 - 9 p.m. PRICE: Included with membership or Garden admission
Join Ranger Nikki for an easy evening walk to enjoy the sunset and watch nocturnal animals become active along Merkle Trail. We may see coyotes, owls, snakes, tarantulas, scorpions and more! The route uses Merkle Trail, which is rated as barrier-free and is a wide, mostly level pathway. The Merkle loop is one mile and...
oin Ranger Steve for an evening walk to enjoy the sunset and watch nocturnal animals become active along Waterfall Trail. We may see coyotes, owls, snakes, tarantulas, scorpions and more!...
Visit the amphitheater tonight to return to the world of invertebrate drama with Ranger Shaun's Bug Theater! See which stars return, perhaps meet new ones! Learn about some of the cool insects and arachnids that call the desert night home. Do some insect identification and learn about ethical capture and release, insect collection, and some fun...
Join our Gilbert Park Rangers for a moonlit 1-mile hike through the Riparian Preserve! We will start the night at the Dragonfly Ramada for a short presentation with a hike to follow. This is a great opportunity to experience sights and sounds of the desert at night! Please bring a blacklight and water. No pets,...