$5/member, $10/non-member Trip Difficulty: Easy to Moderate. Well-groomed trail around the ponds, about 1.2 miles in length with little incline. Walk around the ponds with Luke Safford and we’ll look for late spring migrants and the many breeding birds that love the water and lush riparian growth. We’ll meet at the parking area at 6:30am....
We will walk a route that navigates habitats not normally visited at Danny Lopez Park (formerly Columbus Park) along with touching the traditional spots. This is not an easy ¾ mile walk around Silverbell Lake, but a 1.75-mile trek over some uneven terrain. There are bathrooms, benches, shade, and water but we will only occasionally be near them. ...
Meet at the park’s Nature Center. It is time to harvest seeds! Join us for a celebration of native seeds!! As we strive to improve native biodiversity within the parks. Registering is required via sign-up.com. Events start at 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Participants will learn to identify native plants in their seed stage, and...
Join us for a guided birding walk at Thorpe Park!Learn the basics of birdwatching, including how to use binoculars and field guides, identify birds by sight and sound, and understand bird behavior and habitat. Led by local birding expert Tim Weber, this outdoor walk will explore Thorpe Park’s pond and forested areas, offering real-time practice in the...
Join our community effort to restore Tanque Verde Creek! We invite people of all ages, diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, beliefs, and many other diverse communities to participate in restoring our heritage of seasonal and year-round water flows. Come work with WMG staff and other River Run Network volunteers in a beautiful riparian area to...
Every third Saturday of the month At Mission Garden’s Placita (near the kitchen) This event is FREE. Mission Garden continues this tradition of talks and demonstrations about O'odham Agriculture. We talk about traditions associated with Native American crops and how crops brought by Europeans were integrated into O'odham agriculture.
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...
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 access photos from any internet-connected device. Space is limited; registration is required. Note: You need to have google account (Username & Password) ready.
Learn about the abundance of food that grows on trees throughout the desert. Learn about the bean trees that can be harvested like mesquite, ironwood, palo verde and carob. Enjoy...
Join library staff and Roving Rangers from the Coconino National Forest as we ramble between 1-2 miles in Hart Prairie. Learn about early settlers, Bebb willows, thinning projects and more! Expect great views on this outing with the tallest peak in Arizona as a stunning backdrop. What you'll need: Transportation to and from the trailhead, water,...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
Whether you have a DSLR, mirrorless or advanced point-and-shoot camera, you’ll take better photos if you master a few basics. Learn to get the most out of your camera as you discover key functions of your camera, practice tips for composing a good photo, and editing your shots at home. *This class will focus on...
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. If you have been wondering how to start and maintain your desert garden, wonder no more! Visit the Chandler Sunset Library on 3rd Saturdays between 10 a.m. to Noon to chat with a Master Gardener and...
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.
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.
Gardening during the summer in Phoenix can be a challenge. Prepare your garden for the upcoming heat and what to expect for the monsoon season. The class will cover what vegetable, herb and flower varieties are appropriate for planting and how to care for them. Participants will take home some vegetables and flower seeds appropriate...
Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from October to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn in a safe, engaging environment. Outdoor play isn’t just fun; it’s essential!...
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...
This 3-hour Creator Course allows Makers to learn the basics of using a 5' by 10' ShopBot CNC Router! This Course covers basic safety, machine terminology, approved materials, basic start-up and shut-down procedures, loading a design into VCarve Pro software, and customizing and fabricating a small sign. Makers ages 13–17 must be accompanied by a ticketed...
Come to the Henry F. Hauser Museum at the EBC to start a vegetable or flower plant. The museum will provide the seeds, soil and peat pots. This is a drop-in program while supplies last. Location: Ethel H. Berger Center 2950 East Tacoma Street Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635
Do you want to learn to grow your own plants? Watch the seed turn into a veggie, herb or flower? Join us at the garden at Quincie Douglas Library.
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...
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...
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...
Cricut curious? Learn how to use Design Space to create a variety of paper crafts on the Cricut Joy or Maker. Join us at Cholla Library's Mach2 for an introduction to Cricut! Each week will feature a different beginner craft you can take home. Sign up - Space is limited! Please note: Intermediate computer skills...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about constellations and astronomy Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under:...
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,...
LaterLab is a space for Makers to freely design, create and connect! Using the tools, machines and materials already available at CREATE, Makers will have the freedom to build on our 3D printers, etch designs with our laser cutters, woodwork using our tools and machinery, and sew up unique creations with our sewing machines. Wednesday...
Join Ranger Olivia and the crew from Scorpion Bay Marina on a boat cruise to enjoy the scenic views and history of Lake Pleasant. Explore the beauty of Lake Pleasant on a sunset cruise narrated by a Park Ranger. Learn about the history, flora and fauna of this oasis in the desert that serves as both a...
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 before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
Join Ranger Jacque for a hike and mine tour which features a fascinating glimpse into Arizona’s past. Join Ranger Jacque for a roughly 1.8-mile round-trip hike to the Clay Mine, site of a fortune made not of gold, but of snake oil. Program features a tour of the mine itself. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes...
Join Ranger Shaun in a search for scorpions! Summon up some courage and come walk the 1.0-mile Quail trail out and back under a blanket of darkness as we sweep the trail with blacklights and flashlights. Searching for scorpions’ iconic glow who knows what we might find? Closed toed shoes, drinking water, and flashlight required....
Experienced biologists will provide a fun, informative presentation about the biology and behavior of bats, as well as threats they face in the wild. Attendees will have the chance to see bats up close and personal. Join us on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 from 7pm-10pm. For Members-only, ages 10+, led by Arizona Game and Fish,...
Join Ranger Jacque on this guided nighttime adventure to search for scorpions along the trail using black lights! Discover the hidden world of scorpions on this Scorpion Safari! This nighttime adventure begins at the Nature Center, where restrooms and water fountains are available. The program starts with a 15-minute overview on scorpion identification and behavior...