Join Ranger Eric for an interpretive hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. This is generally the last time of year to find reptiles active, so we may see lizards, snakes, or even a tortoise. Migrant birds will be still passing through, including sparrow flocks starting to arrive. We...
Trip difficulty: Easy. 1 -1.5 miles on mostly flat surfaces with some uneven terrain. Trip duration approximately 2.5 hours. This bird walk is all about enjoying nature and birds. It’s...
Join the expert archaeologist and historic preservationist and revisit three hundred years of European-Native American contacts and conflicts, from Coronado to Alamo (1540-1850). Location: Fraesfield Trailhead – 13400 E Rio Verde Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~4 miles | Time: ~3 hours Pets are not permitted at our activities due...
Get out with Ranger Derik to a less traveled part of the park and get sweeping views of desert valleys, high mesas, and unique rock formations. Join Ranger Derik on the Bald eagle trail at the far north end of Lake Pleasant at Agua Fria Conservation area. The trail will be 3.5 miles in length...
Join us at the Highlands Center for Natural History during the month of October for an educational miniseries featuring the Prescott National Forest. Meeting on Thursday’s 10/26 at 9am at the Equipoise statue. Presentations from Prescott National Forest officials will be held between 9:30am-11:30am. We will wrap up the day with a Q & A...
Looking for a job? We can help with: writing a resume or cover letter, creating an email account, searching online for jobs, completing online job applications, preparing for an interview. Library staff can also help you learn how to access library resources on your smartphone, tablet, or computer! If possible, please bring your device with...
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,...
An evidenced-based, award-winning program designed to help older adults reduce the fear of falling and increase physical activity. This program is designed to benefit anyone concerned about falling or who...
Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the McDowell Nature Center. Nearby there are live examples of a variety of cacti to see on the trails next to the center. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center No registration required. Just drop in anytime between...
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+)...
Learn the basics of your Android device.
Drop in for help with a wide variety of Library Digital Resources, including the Library website, eBooks, audiobooks, streaming movies, downloadable music, and more. Additional computer help is available for...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live...
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...
Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00 Free thanks to generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202
GED and ESL Tutoring provided by volunteers will be available at the Main Library. Email Eva at [email protected] to connect with a tutor coordinator to match you needs with an available tutor....
Are you thinking about starting a garden? Now is the perfect time! Enjoy the beautiful weather and fill your harvest basket with cool-season crops. Learn how in this class hosted...
Make better pictures by knowing advanced composition, lighting control, pattern recognition, good use of patterns, lines and shapes and advanced focus techniques. We will look at flowers, landscapes, people, architecture, group photography, animal photography, macro, snow and beach scenes, cityscapes and street photography. All the types of challenges you may face to make memorable images....
Join Ranger Steve for a roughly 2.5-mile night hike on the easy terrain of the Spur Cross and Metate Trails. We’ll be searching for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife such as snakes, scorpions, spiders, and more! Please wear hard-soled shoes or boots, bring plenty of water, and don’t forget a flashlight or UV light if you...
Set your sights on predators in the sky. Discover Arizona's rambunctious raptors as you learn their importance in the environment. Birdwatchers will identify species such as hawks, their habitats and...