Come along with Ranger Shaun on a morning hike to enjoy the day as it heats up. We’ll be on the lookout for critters like lizards and snakes, watch for birds, chat about cacti, maybe even spot a donkey! Be sure to bring sunscreen, water, and closed toed shoes. Hats and long sleeves are recommended....
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Anne Leight. Did you know that over 300 species of birds have been found at the Hassayampa River Preserve? Enjoy an easy-paced walk with seasoned birder and bird bander Anne Leight to spot and identify the many resident and migratory birds of...
This Part 1 of 2 sessions The Ribbon is designed to help you quickly find the commands that you need to complete a task. Commands are organized in logical groups, which are collected together under tabs. Each tab relates to a type of activity, such as writing or laying out a page. In this course,...
The average Tucsonan uses 80 gallons of water per day from the Central Arizona Project that transports water a long distance from the Colorado River. Join us at the Living Lab, our demonstration site, for this fun activity exploring the sytems we have in place to reduce our dependency on distant watersheds and that make it possible...
Come join us on first Saturdays of the month from 10:00 -11:00 am. We are hosting a seed exchange. Bring some seed you have from your garden or from the store and feel free to take 3 packets of seed from our catalog. We are working to help acclimatize seed to the Verde Valley and...
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 black hole. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about black holes and astrophysics Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children...
Ever wonder what sort of tiny critters swim unseen in the waters of the lake? Ranger Shaun’s here to show you. All sorts of things swim in the water of the lake, but these are some of the coolest. Ranger Shaun’s set up some microscopes with some water from the lake and nearby waterways so...
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 the “rainforests of the sea.” Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...
It is no secret; Arizona is loaded with beauty and has tons of opportunities to explore it throughout the state. Some of these spots are really accessible, yet others take a little work to get to. The impact of recreation often leaves a mark and may detract from the overall experience if too many of us turn a...
Stress is inevitable, but we have simple daily tools that balance our nervous system so when stress is all around you it won’t frazzle your nerves the way it used to. Dr. Porter will teach you breathing exercises, easy body movements & other daily routines so that your nervous system can be at its best...
Aloha! Get ready to travel across the Pacific for an adventure in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawai’i. We’ll learn about the active volcanoes within the park, as well as the geology, history, and culture of the island. Space is limited. ¡Aloha! Prepárate para viajar a través del Pacífico en una aventura virtual por el Parque...
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey, we will be pointing out interesting facts along the way. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about planets and space exploration Planetarium Tickets...
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 is invited to get a close-up look at these tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure,...
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 light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours prior to sunset and accommodates up to...
Got a burning question about the Sonoran Desert? Looking for your next trail recommendation? Want to know more about our amazing park system? Ask Ranger Kevin! Come meet Ranger Kevin...
Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Saturday evenings! Come to Summer Safari Nights, Presented by TMC Health and enjoy the Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature keeper chats, animal encounters, artifact stations, giraffe feedings, carousel rides, crafts and games. Face painting and glitter tattoos...
Beat the summer heat and explore the park after dark with Ranger Derik as you hunt for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures that call the park home. The hike will...
Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of summer stargazing! Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. Possibilities include planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters! We’ll also identify some major constellations with a laser pointer, and hear the stories behind them. Bring your sky-related questions! Family friendly program. Restrooms...