Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
Visit Historic Canoa Ranch, a birding hotspot in Pima County Winter birding at Historic Canoa Ranch means ducks and sparrows. We will also be on the lookout for things like Lawrence’s Goldfinch, Northern Harrier, and more.
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
If we told you there was science hidden within Halloween, would you believe us? Allow Arizona Science Center to show you the strange, spirited (and even silly) science behind Halloween at our annual Science Skele-bration! Through frightfully fun activities, daring demonstrations and exclusive special activations, the whole family will peer into the world of spine-tingling science....
Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for. Meets between the Waterfall...
Free adult education provided by CAC. Registration required. High School Equivalency classes are designed to help students prepare to take the 5 GED tests. For more, visit: centralaz.edu/ged
The lab is open! Bring your projects, get excited, and make things!
Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
¡Curso de computación básica en español! Este curso proporcionará habilidades informáticas básicas, como abrir un navegador web, realizar búsquedas en Internet, usar el correo electrónico y practicar medidas básicas de seguridad informática. Esta es la segunda sesión del curso básico, como tál es una continuación del curso. Las clases se impartirán totalmente en español para que...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/education/private-tour/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card
These independent studio sessions are open to returning students working in two person teams. The two hour time slots are an opportunity for experienced gaffers to practice technique and hone skills beyond our traditional 8 week class structure. Students must demonstrate hotshop safety and a familiarity with studio equipment. Workshops are ineligible for refunds once...
Come and learn about Mars Rover missions and the history of Mars exploration. Join us for a talk by Vaughn Hunter, a retired Aerospace Engineer and NASA Solar System Ambassador, discussing the latest Mars Rover missions and the history of exploration on Mars.
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
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...
Building Community Connection, Stewardship, and Restoration Practices for Tucson’s Rivers Speaker Lisa Shipek, Director, Watershed Management Group When 3 to 4 p.m., Oct. 30, 2024 Where ENR2 S107 Lisa Shipek is a founding member of the non-profit Watershed Management Group, and has served as its Executive Director since 2006. Can Tucson’s rivers be restored to...
When you have a specific question, or just need a little extra boost, our GED instructor is here to help you. GED Prep is available in the subjects of Social Studies, Math, Science, Languages Arts, and Civics Classes. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something...
When you have a specific question, or just need a little extra boost, our GED instructor is here to help you. GED Prep is available in the subjects of Social Studies, Math, Science, Languages Arts, and Civics Classes. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something...
Join MACH1 to unlock your creative potential with the fascinating world of 3D modeling! Designed specifically for adults ages 18 and up, this workshop introduces you to the basics of Tinkercad, a user-friendly design software. Over the course of this program, you'll go from concept to creation, designing your very own 3D model. Participants will have...
Our classic live star talk has been taken over by a spooky twist. Learn about the darker astronomical stories and myths of the night sky and its mysterious constellations, all from a Tucson perspective. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about constellations and astronomy with a spooky twist Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...
Make 2 beautiful 3-dimensional cards for the holidays! You will use colored cardstock, designer papers, stamps, and die cuts with adhesives. The instructor provides pictured instructions with room for creativity! No experience necessary all supplies provided. Registration required, Limit 15 participants.
When 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., Oct. 30, 2024 Tumamoc Talks bring together University of Arizona research to the greater Tucson community. Our speaker: Jesús M. García was born and raised in Magdalena de Kino, Sonora, México. he has been associated with the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Since 1991. Jesús is a Desert Ecologist and Ethnobotanist and...
Tumamoc Talks bring together University of Arizona research to the greater Tucson community. Our speaker: Jesús M. García was born and raised in Magdalena de Kino, Sonora, México. he has been associated with the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Since 1991. Jesús is a Desert Ecologist and Ethnobotanist and serves as a Conservation Research Associate, teaching natural history...
Ranger Jacque invites you all to a festive and interpretive night hike! Embark on an adventure under the stars with our Moonlit Masquerade Halloween Night Hike! This 2-mile nocturnal trek on Moonlight and Stargazer trailes (rated easy to moderate) is perfect for those who love a little mystery with their outdoor exploration. Whether you choose...
Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Join Ranger Eric from Maricopa County Parks and Rachel Stringham from Desert Foothills Land Trust to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert on this night before Halloween hike! Hiking will be on moderate grade with occasionally rocky or...
This is a class dedicated to answering your fruit tree purchasing / planting / growing / and harvesting questions. We are serious about being your resource for learning all about growing fruit trees. We invite you to mark your calendars to join us for a Zoom class on timely tree care.
An intro to bicycle mechanics that is designed to help get your bicycle ready to ride. We will focus on maintenance that can easily be done at home to keep your bike happy. Topics covered will include basic bicycle anatomy, how to fix a flat tire, break and shifter adjustment, and chain lubrication. All participants...
Learn how to sew a fabric coaster. Beginners welcome!
njoy an evening of sewing fun, no matter your experience level. Sewing machines and materials provided. Great for beginner or parents and children to do together. Ages 10+
With Halloween just a day away get in the spooky spirit with Ranger Derik as you hike through the park at night is search of scorpions and other nocturnal species. Hike 2 miles along the Palm Lake and Mesquite Meander trails as you search for scorpions. The trail is rated as easy and will mainly...
Intermediate glass blowing provides a venue for students to refine their skills at creating basic forms and adapt that knowledge to create original works. All students are required to previous glass blowing experience—either having taken beginning glassblowing one or multiple times, or several months of experience at other studios/schools. Students are encouraged to consult a...
Let's solve some Leetcode problems as a group. We will discuss some methods and tips that can help you get to the right answers faster. Work on your algorithms and pick up tips and tricks from your fellow devs. Or just hang out and meet some nice people. Bring a laptop if you can and...