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. Volunteers will meet Park Assistant Doug Robertson outside of the main building at the entry station where he’ll sign them. After signing in, volunteers will be directed to where...
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...
Have you ever wondered how mining operations determined just where to mine for precious metals? Bring the kids and dig in to a fun, hands on lesson in core sampling. They just might be the one to come across an “ore body” with a “vein of copper” running through it! This event is included with...
Occulus for all. One hour limit.
SciTech is here to show our teens and tweens some fantastic STEAM activities. Swing by to try us out! Ages 10 - 17
After school activities with a STEAM theme. Experience the possibility for something new; arts and science, math and tech. Just drop-in for a while and see what is in store. Ages 8 to 18.
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...
The Goodyear Architect firm has been hired again to build the tallest skyscraper around. Do you have what it take to build a newspaper tower with a twist? Labs are designed for school aged children ages 8 and up. Ages 8-10 may need an adult helper for the labs. *Program is drop in until full*
Unleash your creativity with our Neurographic Art Workshop, combining neuroscience and graphic design to create mesmerizing artworks that captivate the mind and soul. Let your imagination flow as you begin with a random shape and use continuous lines to explore patterns and emotions, allowing your subconscious mind to guide the creation of unique and expressive...
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...