Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. Volunteers will meet Park Assistant Doug Robertson outside of the main building at the entry station where he’ll sign them. After signing in, volunteers will be directed to where...
We explored the thermal ecology and environmental challenges faced by the Gopherus evgoodei tortoise species in its habitat in southern Sonora, Mexico. Firstly, we assessed the thermal quality of G. evgoodei‘s primary habitat, the tropical dry forest (TDF), and analyzed how habitat modification due to buffelgrass invasion could disrupt the available thermal landscape. We found that intact microhabitats...
Daytime tour guided by members of the Observatory staff. Visit several of our large telescopes and learn about the mission of the Naval Observatory. Reservations are required. Reservation Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22-...
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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Daytime tour guided by members of the Observatory staff. Visit several of our large telescopes and learn about the mission of the Naval Observatory. Reservations are required. Reservation Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22-...
There is science in anime? Learn about different anime and their connections to science! Ages 12+ Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October 1, 2023! The Festival features 10-days of engaging events and programs,...
Learn from planetary scientists about Mars' land forms as you walk across a giant, gym-sized landscape map of Mars. Explorers of all ages are welcome! Open to NPA students during the school day; open to all after 3:30 pm. Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science...
Genomics and DNA analyses are leading to some remarkable breakthroughs to understand biological histories around the world. However, with any significant technological advancement, like genomics, there are ethical questions that arise. Specifically, there are rich discussions about the changing ethical landscape of aDNA studied in Indigenous communities. The presentation will discuss some of the ethical,...
Looking for ways to give back while also conserving and living more sustainably? Visit on the fourth Monday of each month for our Plarn Drop-In and work with others to create sleeping mats out of your everyday grocery bags! Plarn = plastic + yarn. Sleeping mats will be distributed to those in need and you'll...
Get a sneak peek at the progress of the Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center scheduled to open in November 2024! Reservation Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October 1, 2023! The...
Climate change is already affecting the American West as the aridification of the Colorado River basin has directly reduced the amount of regional snowfall and rainfall that now reaches the Colorado River. The seven states that signed the Colorado Compact in 1922 are now struggling to find a long-term water management system that reflects the...
Hear from Kevin Schindler as he shares his experience as Grand Canyon's Astronomer in Residence and what he does in the role! He hosts public outreach events, researches Apollo astronaut training at the Grand Canyon, and works to build partnerships with the National Park Service and GC Conservancy. This presentation will include a Q &...
Experience astronomical history and wonder at Lowell Observatory! Don't miss your chance to walk through Lowell's beautiful historic grounds, see the 126-year-old Clark Telescope and stargaze at the Giovale Open Deck Observatory through six advanced telescopes under Flagstaff's beautiful dark skies. Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival...
Get a sneak peek at the progress of the Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center scheduled to open in November 2024! Reservation Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October 1, 2023! The...
A discussion of forest and fire management efforts across the greater Flagstaff area with experts From the Flagstaff Fire Department, USFS, and NAU. Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October 1, 2023! The Festival...
Weather permitting join the Naval Observatory Astronomers for viewing using one or more of our larger telescopes. Our 61-inch and/or our 1.3 meter telescopes will be fitted with eyepieces for direct viewing. Reservations are required. Reservation Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to...