White Mountain Audubon Society: Bird Walk at Becker Lake
West end of Springerville off state Route 60
West end of Springerville off state Route 60
Explore the Birds of Estrella Mountain Regional Park on a bird walk. Meet at the park Nature Center. Explore the birds/bird life at Estrella Park with special guest Joe Ford. With the park's wide range of habitats, you will encounter some of the best birding in the valley! Beginner birders and long-time enthusiasts will enjoy...
Join a naturalist-guided walk in search of lizards, snakes, birds, small mammals and other desert wildlife. All ages welcome. Children free with paid adult
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...
Are you new to birding? Need help getting started? Birding is a great way to get outside to explore nature, learn more about wildlife and wildlife behavior, hone your observation skills, reduce stress, and connect with others. Join naturalist Jeff Babson for a casual birding experience to familiarize yourself with birding basics. Loaner binoculars available....
This course incorporates the latest science and teaches students how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies. Successful students will receive a certificate for Adult/Child/Infant CPR/AED plus First Aid valid for two years. Additionally course provides students with the knowledge and skills to confidently care for infants and school age children. Participants will learn how...
Healthy ecosystems are important to maintain. Enjoy a hike with a Forest Service employee, Christopher Hansen, and learn how the Lakeside District is working to improve forest and aquatic health while protecting our homes from wildfire. Suggested donation for adults of $10 Kids and Members FREE
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...
Tables of different challenges set for school aged children to explore!
Come anytime between 10 AM - 12 PM to ask a Superstition Master Gardener any gardening questions. Checkout seeds from our Seed Library too! Do you have a garden problem? Need help with your landscape plants? Don't know what to plant when? Want to start a vegetable garden, but don't know where to start? Dig...
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...
For those who can’t get enough of our African penguins, we invite you to join us for an exclusive up close and personal Penguin Encounter. Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team to learn specifics about penguin behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to...
Who’s it for? Children three to five years old and their favorite grownups. What will you do? Play, read, and discover science with your preschooler! DiscoveryTime is a hands-on program that builds reading skills and introduces children to math and science. What is your child learning? Children learn how to bring out their inner scientist by exploring their world with...
Come to the Vista Grande library for monthly gardening tips. The presentations are given by University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners .
Performances at 10:30 and 11:30 “The Great Flossini” is an interactive magic character designed to educate and entertain his young audience about the importance of oral hygiene. The Totally Tooth-Ular Magic Show is a comedic adventure where oral health is the star. Audience members become part of the show with highly interactive magic routines designed...
Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team an OdySea Aquarium Team Member to learn specifics about sloth behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we can do our part to help this incredible species and our rainforests. Tour Fee: $69.95 | General Admission Is Required. | Minimum Age 8 Two...
Put on your swimsuit, OdySea Aquarium wetsuit and SeaTREK helmet and get ready to dive in! Our certified guides will take you deep into one of our largest underwater environments...
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production features immersive animations of galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson. Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+) and Military: $10 College ID Holders: $8 Flandrau Members: $5 EBT Cardholders :...
Kids ages 5 - 12 come play optical illusion and zoom out games, and experiment with magnifying glasses while learning how your eyes make it all happen. Supplies and seating are limited.
What will you discover at our next STEAM Social? Stop into the craft room and choose from a variety of STEAM related activities the whole family can enjoy. Activities vary month to month, and are of varying difficulties. Most activities are suitable for age 8 and older. Activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis...
Occulus for all. One hour limit.
Aaron White was recently awarded “Best Flute Album” by the American Music for Native American Artists for his album Moonlight Lovesongs. On August 12, listen to some beautiful flute music...
STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through self-guided tinkering. Join us to make, create and play!
Enjoy the air-conditioned Discovery Center while exploring the amazing world of desert cacti with Ranger Derik. A discovery station with real samples of cacti, as well as pictures of fruits...
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! This show is a journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system. Featuring fun characters and computer animation, it's great for for younger audiences! Recommended for younger audiences. Themes: Planets, planet features Style: Fulldome animated...
Take part in Citizen Science—help researchers gather data to advance scientific knowledge. All ages. Space is limited.
Learn to sew. Participants will begin with prepared projects to develop skills using sewing machines, then progress to individual projects. All materials provided. Age 10 and up. Adults welcome.
Families are encouraged to participate in making and creating at Mesquite. Guided activities will include science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics concepts. Join the family STEAM event every second Saturday of the month. Let's create!
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+) and...
Explore the world of LEGO with us every Saturday from 2-4pm. Children of all ages are welcome!
Kids ages 6-11 are welcome to drop-in to our makerspace where they will explore hands-on creative ways to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM). No ticket or registration required.
Code Club is a weekly time when kids can come and learn how to make websites, video games, and apps. It’s informal, fun, and very interactive. Come have fun, make...
Come watch our certified professional raptor trainers John & Balinda train the owls Funky and Simon, Speedy the hawk, Astro the Aplomado Falcon, and Azul the American Crow. Located in the Rehab structure behind the Nature Center – Use the driveway on the south side of the parking lot. The birds appear one at a...
Hey, super creative game builders! Buckle up for a mind-blowing escapade, where you'll uncover the ultimate game-making tricks! Picture crafting jaw-dropping lands and then weaving your coder's wand for some enchanting action. Step into the world of LUA – a magical coding language that's as fun as playing your favorite game! This action-packed adventure is...
Ready for fun? Join us every week for a different family activity, such as STEM, art, games, or brick-building. ¿Listo para la diversión? Familias, únanse a nosotros cada semana para...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live...
Kids are invited to play laser tag games in the library after closing! Play Capture the Fossil, Tiny T-Rex Arms, and other games in this special edition of our popular laser tag program. Completed waivers and registration are required before the program. Please only register for 1 session at https://WebTrac.SierraVistaAZ.gov.
Join Ranger Nikki for a drop-in session to learn about our desert’s iconic saguaro cactus. Learn about saguaro cacti with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session. Discover cool facts about their lifecycle from tiny seed to first arm to towering heights and its return to the earth potentially 200 years later. Stop by any...
Join Arizona State Parks and the US Forest Service for a fun series of kid programs from May to September! Free with Park Fee
The Owls of Arizona is presented by Sherrie Adams, a former Arizona Fish and Game employee (and current White Mountain Nature Center Board Member) with John Glitsos and Balinda Strosnider...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy evening walk to enjoy the sunset and spotlight nocturnal animals. Join Ranger Nikki for an easy evening walk to enjoy the sunset and watch nocturnal animals become active along Merkle Trail. We may see coyotes, owls, snakes, tarantulas, scorpions and more! The route uses Merkle Trail, which is rated...
Make summer shine at Flashlight Nights. Bring a flashlight and enjoy the Garden after dark with performances, cool treats, hands-on activities and creature features. DATE: Saturdays | July 29 - Sept. 2 TIME: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. PRICE: Included with Membership or General Admission July 29 Harmony Project – Mariachi Liberty Wildlife Aug. 5 8...
Nothing quite beats an Arizona sunset draping gracefully over the Superstition Mountains, with views of Four Peaks and Goldfield mountains in plain view. This 1.7-mile guided hike with a ranger focuses on the aesthetic while offering opportunities to interpret what you see on the trail. We'll be on the lookout for critters that are active...
Join us on a short ranger-led talk followed by a hike in search of scorpions in their natural environment. Space is limited and registration is required for this event! Register HERE. Please bring water, mosquito repellent, a flashlight, blacklight, closed-toed shoes, comfortable hiking clothes, a camera or smartphone. Program is free; park day-use fee applies.
Join Ranger Steve for an evening hike on the Spur Cross and Metate Trails to look for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife! Join Ranger Steve for an exciting ~2.5-mile easy night...
Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the nocturnal animals on this guided hike. Wildlife...
Come and join us for a brief informative talk about scorpions with a Ranger, and then head out into the desert darkness in search of Scorpions! Bring your camera, a blacklight or flashlight, and water! Wear sturdy closed-toed shoes. If you do not own a blacklight, we will have some for sale for $9.00, cash...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...