The University of Arizona Arboretum is home to some of the finest specimens of Sonoran native plants and trees anywhere. Join us as we tour the Joseph Wood Krutch Garden and other areas of the campus featuring these remarkable, adaptable, and water-wise plants and trees. Learn about their history, current use and why they should...
The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....
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...
Join us for a presentation about the new wildlife drinker at the Fort Tuthill County Park, see game camera photos of wildlife at the drinker, then visit the wildlife drinker and see the final project in real life! LOCATION Fort Tuthill County Park - Home Ec Building EVENT TYPE Guided Tour/Hike Reservations Required: Reservations link...
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...
oin us in the Children’s Garden as we learn about bees! We’ll buzz about, learn about bees, and honey, and create our very own bumblebee craft! Free with Admission
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...
Visit the USGS to explore interactive displays and activities related to geology, geography, biology, hydrology, planetary science, and mapping - including a talk about updates from the Mars rovers! LOCATION USGS Flagstaff Science Campus - Shoemaker Building EVENT TYPE Open House 🎉Part of the 2024 Flagstaff Festival of Science! Download the app...
One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Sponsored by Vail School District. Audience: Younger audiences (7 and under) Style: Fulldome film and live star talk about Solar...
We are all Scientists! CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science every weekend at Brain Boost. A STEM program designed for whole-family engagement, kids explore science concepts in an interactive setting based on the concept that science is fun, interesting and everywhere! Every Saturday and Sunday at Noon, Saturday Brain...
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Which destination would you choose? This is the solar system journey for space travelers of all ages. Audience: Younger, general, all ages Style: Fulldome film about planets Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...
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 Children...
Join us for an enlightening tour with City of Flagstaff Water Services at the Lake Mary Water Treatment Plant! Discover the intricate biological processes involved in treating your household drinking water. This educational experience invites you to ask questions and gain insights into how we ensure safe and clean water for the community. Don't miss...
USGS Astrogeologist and Mars rover team member, Ryan Anderson, shares the latest science results (and pretty pictures) from the Curiosity and Perseverance Mars rovers! This presentation will be a part of the USGS Open House event LOCATION USGS Flagstaff Science Campus - Shoemaker Building EVENT TYPE Lecture/Presentation 🎉Part of the 2024 Flagstaff...
Children's activities by day, and film festival for adults by night. Spend the day learning just how incredible vultures really are by meeting a real Turkey Vulture! Also, enjoy some documentary films showcasing the Asian and African Vulture Crises that have caused us to lose 99% of our Old World Vultures. LOCATION Flagstaff Mall -...
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:...
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...
Explore the wonders of the night sky from NAU's Campus Observatory. LOCATION NAU Campus Observatory EVENT TYPE Family Science Activities 🎉Part of the 2024 Flagstaff Festival of Science!...