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. Date- Every Monday Time – 7:00am - 9:00am Location – Park at Castle Hot Springs dirt lot near the entry station. Meet with staff at main building at entry....
Join Ranger Kevin on a strenuous hike and use your phone to document biodiversity in the park for the City Nature Challenge global Citizen Science competition that runs April 25-28. The City Nature Challenge is a global competition between cities to document biodiversity in regions around the world, taking place April 25-28. Ranger Kevin will...
Join WMG Staff in the Tanque Verde Creek to conduct plant surveys! As part of our Arundo removal efforts, we want to better understand how these areas will change over time. To do this, we will be collecting plant data from many areas along the creek using a method called plant transects. You'll be accompanied by...
Northern Arizona is home to the world’s largest continuous stand of ponderosa pine forest, and the import and impact of its valuable timber is deeply woven into the region’s history. Visitors can trace the story of the region’s forests, from the ancestral environmental care practices of the region’s Indigenous communities to the founding of the...
Learn to create a 3D paper flower using a traditional origami technique. Instructions and paper are provided! Kits available April 1st through 30th at the Information Desk of the Downtown and East Flagstaff Community Libraries, while supplies last.
Celebrate the Sonoran Desert via the words of poets and naturalists as you explore the Desert View Trail in a rustic area of Tohono Chul.
Join Ranger Jacque on a brief hike and use your phone to document biodiversity in the park for the City Nature Challenge global Citizen Science competition that runs April 25-28! The City Nature Challenge is a global competition between cities to document biodiversity in regions around the world, taking place April 25-28. Ranger Jacque will...
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...
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...
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...
Get the most out of your iPad! Discover the essentials of using your iPad to its fullest potential! We'll guide you through installing and managing apps, organizing your contacts, browsing the web with Safari or Google Chrome, downloading and enjoying books, playing games, keeping up with your emails and messages, and personalizing your device through...
Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.
This class will teach entry-level computer skills. Participants will learn how to open a web browser, navigate internet searches, access and use email, basic computer safety, and more!
Spend an inspiring afternoon with Vicki Preston, as she discusses her dedication to preserving one of North America’s most unique and delicate ecosystems. Gain insights into how land management in Arizona influences conservation, learn about strategies for preserving private lands, and explore ways to safeguard this invaluable ecosystem. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your...
Looking to connect with your local plant enthusiasts? Want to add a new plant to your collection, or find homes for some recent propagations of your own? Come join fellow horticulturists at the Main Library for a plant swap! Bring cuttings, propagations, and seedlings along with your plant know-how, and swap what you've got. Some...
30-minute, one-on-one instruction sessions are available for assistance with introductory software, creating email accounts, downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, résumé development, online job applications, and more. Tutoring check-in is at the front desk. Registration is required for all sessions.
Population Ecology of the Invasive American Bullfrog in Southeast Arizona The American bullfrog (Lithobates catesbeianus) is an invasive amphibian that creates problems for native species around the world, including Arizona. Efforts to eradicate bullfrogs are underway in many places, however, they require an immense amount of time and money so it is important to carry...