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 – 6:00am - 8:00am Location – Park at Castle Hot Springs dirt lot near the entry station. Meet with staff at main building at entry....
The Madrean Sky Islands of southern Arizona are green gems and a high-altitude sanctuary for a variety of wildlife. Join us for a guided hike through pines, summer wildflowers, and crisp mountain air. This generally mellow 2-mile hike through a mountain wonderland in the heart of the Sonoran Desert starts at 9000’ elevation with an...
Saddle up and come along on this virtual field trip that will introduce you to the world of horses. We will visit a horse stable, learn about the care and feeding of horses, and meet Cowboy, a quarter horse. This event will premiere on August 4 and will be available throughout the week. Watch: https://mcldaz.org/now/
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 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...
Keep your mind in motion and feet on the ground. Designed for active adults who know the importance of staying mentally sharp and physically stable, this innovative class cleverly combines specific activities designed to improve your memory, reasoning, conceptualization, language and problem solving skills. You'll learn age-appropriate exercises to strengthen the core and reduce risk...
Get an extra boost of science every Monday this summer with Family Brain Boost! CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science for the whole family! Explore science concepts in an interactive setting based on the concept that science is fun, interesting and everywhere!
No computer experience required. Learn how to use a mouse and keyboard. Free tickets are available at the Service Desk 15 mintues before class. The computer lab is located on the 1st floor near the Teen section.
Learn to be more comfortable, efficient, and safe in your daily life through ergonomics! The science of ergonomics focuses on preventing injuries and promoting well-being through ensuring neutral postures, minimizing strain, and promoting movement. Adults. Registration is needed. Watch for other Science Spark events every other month on a Monday!
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
Come to this nighttime storytime inspired by the great outdoors. (No fires will be present.)