Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. We expect to see woodpeckers, flycatchers, warblers, vireos, as well as...
Join the Phoenix Zoo at Homeschool Days for a morning dedicated to homeschool families and groups. The morning will be filled with STEM based learning stations, animal interactions and exploring...
Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. The lab is closed on all federal holidays. From the Painted Desert Visitor Center parking lot at the north end of the park, walk through the central courtyard, through the...
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...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a 1 hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or American Indian use of plants and animals. Program...
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...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs...
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more!...
Ages 3 - 6 Explore a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and projects. Please be aware that the activities and materials used are age specific...
Crazy, quirky, or creepy, the facts about cactus are as fascinating as the folklore – and just as far-fetched. Join a park naturalist for an easy stroll and lighthearted look...
Join us for a surprise program. Topics change daily. Come curious, leave inspired! Program may include a walk to Mather Point or along the Canyon Rim Trail. Program duration: 30...
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...
Encounter life-size dinosaurs on the library lawn! Dig for fossils, dance with the dinos, and much more!
Bring your own LEGO and build with us!
Come join Ranger Shaun for this drop in, drop out informational station. See some venomous creatures up close. Ask questions, examine artifacts like skins, skulls, and teeth, and finally lay some myths to rest. We can’t make venomous animals “safe” but we can make them “safer to be around.” Come find out how! Water and...
Join local origami artist, Charlie Humme, as he teaches us how to make our very own origami turkeys to celebrate the season! Admission into this program is free with paid...
You’ve been to Bug Theater (I hope). Now come talk about it! Or, if you haven’t, prepare yourself for the next round! Come to Bug Talk and go a little...
Explore colors in our desert environment, learn how to make natural paints and create your own masterpiece. All ages. Presented by Pima County Parks & Recreation
Drop by Dewey-Humboldt Town Library (Main Floor) every Wednesday for your favorite STEM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more!
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of seasons at the STEAM Kid's Club. Kids aged 6-12 will paint a vibrant masterpiece depicting a majestic tree transforming its leaves and colors...
Calling all explorers!!! Come join us as we discover the wonders that our world has to offer with a new adventure and activity each month! •5-7 year olds; parent/guardian recommended...
In anticipation of an all-ages, local beekeeper program on November 20th, we're making a garden hotel for helpful garden bugs! Kids between 5-12 are invited to create an inviting haven of organic materials for the little critters that help our gardens thrive. An expert from the Water Conservation department will also be on hand to...
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 friends, and build cool stuff with us! No coding experience required!
Take a short walk through our Cactus Garden and discover some of the amazing plants and animals; and how they adapt to the harsh Sonoran Desert. Wheelchair accessible Program is...
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how...
Do you love arts & crafts, games, and STEAM-centered fun? Join us each week for Create Club and enjoy hands-on activities that will ignite your imagination! Ideal for school-aged children but...
With the abundance of birds in our desert habitat there are so many to pick from. Students can draw a quail, cactus wren or hummingbird. We can complete one or two drawings in this class. Presented by Jeanine Colini! Max 15 participants, age 8 and up.
Come join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to...
After school program, registration required.
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 prior to sunset and accommodates up to...
(ages 6 & up / 45 min) Meet some amazing birds of prey that are native to Arizona. Presenters from Liberty Wildlife will teach us about the history, habitat, preservation...
Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores asteroids, comets, and meteors. Viewers will embark on a dynamic journey and get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect...
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. LEGO Club helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills.
Join us for MACH1’s Open Hours to explore the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! Explore our extensive collection of STEM games, robotics toys, circuitry kits, craft...
(ages 5 and up / 45 min) Use your infinite imagination to create and build with LEGOs. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start...
(ages 5 and up / 45 min) Use your infinite imagination to create and build with LEGOs. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration.
This program is for school age children. Come join us for an electrifying afternoon. We will learn the basics of circuitry. Using playdough, we will create objects that light up. This program is designed to be safe for children but there is always a risk when working with electricity. Parents are welcome. Please only register...
Join us for STEAM fun as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities. In honor of Dinovember we will investigate all things dinosaur! Every month STEAM Club explores a new topic. Registration is required.
Ages 5 - 12 Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Kids will be given challenges like building a bridge or creating a castle, but...
Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Ages 3-12
Learn about potential and kinetic energy while playing with marshmallows! We will build two kinds of marshmallow launchers and test them.
Join MACH1 to learn how to use and program a variety of fun and educational robots! We'll put out Vex Robotics, Dash and Dot, Spheros, Ozobots, Artie 3000s and show you...
Come build with us! Families will be given a fun theme to create a LEGObuild. Teams must have at least one adult participating. Blocks for this event will be provided by the library.
Join us for a hands-on make and take soldering project. You will make your own fun robot figure that lights up when you touch it's heart. This robot is a great demonstration of how transistors work to boost the signals from a sensor. No experience necessary. Adults and kids age 7 and up welcome. Don't...
Take a stroll in the twilight as night-prowling creatures emerge to enjoy the cooler hours after dark. Bats expected! Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center entrance. Bring water, flashlight...
Learn about the science, mythology, and history of the constellations through a laser-guided constellation talk, all under one the darkest night skies in the United States! Time: From 7 pm to 8 pm. Location: South Rim - Grand Canyon Visitor Center Theater (meet in front of building) Free with Park Fee