rip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around the Wetlands. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created...
Visit Agua Caliente Park, a birding hotspot in Pima County. Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. DIRECTIONS: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road 85749 From Tucson - Take Tanque Verde Road east past Houghton Road to Soldiers Trail Road. Turn left...
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...
Trip difficulty: Moderate difficulty. We will start on a paved road, which eventually turns into a trail ending at Ski Valley.. The walk is at approx. 7500 ft elevation, at mostly at a slight grade uphill. The total trip is about 2.5 miles, or half that if we shuttle back from Ski Valley. This one-mile...
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the profound and evolving relationship between art, ecology, and the unique landscape of the Colorado Plateau. Set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at...
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...
Ever wanted to explore the wilderness and get out there but not sure how to start? Bring along your lunch or snack to this indoor/outdoor presentation and learn how to navigate with Ranger Derik. Ranger Derik will give a short 30-minute talk on how to use maps and compasses as well as how to operate...
The lab is open! Bring your projects, get excited, and make things!
Etching is a process of using a solution to cut into unprotected parts of a metal surface to create a design. In this class, you will explore the use of...
Customers will be able to get help with basic iPhone/iPad questions such as basic apps, using our digital media, moving files, etc. Registration not required.
Get free advice about your computer, tablet, or smart phone from the Library Computer Learning Group's team of volunteers. Bring your device and any associated passwords for a 15-30 minute consultation. Advice will be offered first come, first served, between 1:30-3:30pm.
Join us for an introduction to the calming art of Zentangle. Create your own beautiful art by drawing structured patterns. No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start. This week we will learn how to use a mouse. Laptops and mice are provided to the first 11 persons. You are more than welcome to bring your own device!
Curso de GED Prep en español -- Esta clase ayudará a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades de lectura, escritura, matemáticas y pensamiento crítico, todas ellas necesarias para incrementar sus...
Start your very own garden! Learn the basics like soil health, watering, the best plant varieties for the desert, and how to cultivate your plants from seed to harvest. Ages 13+
¡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. Las clases se impartirán totalmente en español para que el estudiante pueda adquirir estas habilidades en su idioma. Regístrese el primer día de...
This class is a great introduction to watercolor. We will explore the desert beauty, Penstemon as our subject but with a relaxed and creative approach. In the first 30 min of the workshop, we will explore basic drawing & watercolor techniques to get us warmed up. The remaining portion of the class will focus on...
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set while also learning about saguaros along the way. We will see the sunset, saguaros, saguaro blossoms, and maybe some evening critters as well. You may bring your blacklight...
Relax and paint a serene landscape while learning simple, beginner-friendly techniques for creating peaceful scenes. Once your painting is complete, finish your masterpiece with a tree-themed frame to give it a rustic and natural touch. Registration is required.
Come enjoy a pint at Mother Road Brewing Company on the third Wednesday of each month and support the Arb while hearing about the latest research in the biological sciences!
It's Bug Night at Jewel of the Creek Preserve! We're exploring the desert after dark, with a special focus on our smaller insect friends. Search for moths, scorpions, tarantulas, and...