Enjoy an early morning walk to watch for birds, lizards, snakes, and small animals with Ranger Olivia. Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can spot. Birds should be active at this time and there’s not a bad chance for lizards and small animals too. Binoculars will make things easier, but a magnifying glass will...
Join Ranger Jacque on this hike and mine tour which features a fascinating glimpse into Arizona’s past. Join Ranger Jacque for a roughly 2-mile round-trip hike to the Clay Mine,...
Be water safe this summer by stopping by the 10-lane boat ramp to learn about safe boating practices and water safety with Ranger Derik. Click program title for more details. Stop by and talk to Ranger Derik about how to plan for a day on the water, PFD regulations, Lake Pleasant Regulations, PFD loner program,...
Whether you've taken 'cell phone photography basics' or just want to learn more advanced features, this class is for you. We'll cover adding filters and lighting effects to your photos, then add other apps to advance the capabilities of your cell phone camera. We'll learn basic editing such as cropping, adjusting color and lighting, and...
Sierra Vista is the Hummingbird Capital of Arizona, so what better place can there be to hunt for hummingbirds? The day trip is led by professional bird guide Kristy Gallo...
In this course, you will learn how Google stores unlimited numbers of photos free. With simple clicks, you will be able to edit and share them. In addition, you can...
Savor a serene hour, capturing the beauty of butterflies, birds, or reptiles through the camera lens. Join Butterfly Wonderland for an exclusive opportunity as Director of Animal Care & Entomologist...
Free Community Seminar: Roses in the White Mountain Landscape; Speakers Dave & Gerry Mahoney; Certified Rosarians The Whys & Hows of Arranging Roses with a hands-on demonstration of arranging roses that attendees take with them. As a result this class is limited to 36 participants. Vases provided but please bring your own scissors.
Join us for open garden hours. Help us tend to the Valencia garden, do something crafty or just sit and read with the plants. All ages welcome. No registration required
Visit the Nature Center to learn about San Tan’s animal ambassadors with Ranger Olivia. Ranger Olivia will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, chuckwallas, tortoises, scorpions, and...
Join us to learn about advanced card making techniques using the Cricut, such as exploding/explosion box cards and waterfall cards.
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,...
Free admission to the Easton Collection Center — Saturday, August 24 – 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Learn about the Museum of Northern Arizona’s collections at the Platinum LEED certified, architectural masterpiece Easton Collection Center. Selected pieces of the Fine Art Collection will be available for viewing and discussion with MNA collections staff and curators....
Join us for STEAMFEST - an extraordinary fusion of Science, Technology and Agriculture presented in collaboration with Arizona Science Center, coming this August 2024! Embark with us on our next...
Held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, the Sahuarita Library's Chess & Lego Club is geared towards families, kids, teens, and adults. DROP IN ANYTIME to join a match or play online. All skill levels are welcome. Light refreshments while supplies last.
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...
Wanting to start up your fall garden? Come join us and learn what to start planting for September. Space is limited.
Create a hummingbird landscape on a wooden round using stencils and paint. Supplies provided while they last. This program is free and geared for ages 8 and up. Please register...
Save energy and money at home by attending a TEP Home Energizer Workshop! Learn free and low-cost energy efficient measures you can implement at home. All participants will receive a free Energy Efficiency Kit worth more than $40. The kit includes LED light bulbs, a low-flow shower head, an LED nightlight and more. Space is limited....
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...
Add laser cutting to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! During this 1-hour, beginner-level workshop, Makers will explore the process of etching designs using lasers. Our expert CREATE techs...
Help Ranger Kevin celebrate International Bat Night by joining him for a closer look at these amazing animals. Did you know that Arizona has 28 species of bats? Or that bats are considered allies of humans, as they help reduce pest populations and are also responsible for pollinating key desert plants like saguaros and agaves?...
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...
Bring Your Family to Meet Part of Our Family Our Education staff will share some fun facts while the keepers introduce you to the individual animals and their stories. this private after-hours event will include some tasty treats for both the animals and our guests, plus some fun activities!
The Desert Museum is lovely during the day, but it’s even cooler after dark! Join us every Saturday night throughout the summer to beat the heat while learning something neat! The desert comes alive at night as nocturnal animals awake. Bats perform aerial acrobatics in pursuit of dinner, beavers splash around in their pond, and...
Join Ranger Nikki on an evening stroll to search for a variety of nocturnal critters. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an evening walk to seek out scorpions, bats, owls, tarantulas and other nocturnal critters. The route follows Coldwater Trail for an out-and-back easy to moderate walk covering 2 to 2.5 miles in total. The...
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...
Learn about Arizona's bats with Ranger Eric and possibly see some at dusk! Did you know that Arizona is home to 28 bat species, making it one of the most species rich states for bats in the U.S.? To celebrate International Bat Night, stop by this discovery station to learn about Arizona's bats, where they...