Taliesin, Old Jeep and Ringtail Hike at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead Come hike some of the original trails in the Preserve with great views of Scottsdale and the desert. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Lost Dog Wash Trailhead – 12601 N 124th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85259 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~5.5 miles Time: ~3 hours Pets...
Come hike some of the original trails in the Preserve with great views of Scottsdale and the desert. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Lost Dog Wash Trailhead – 12601 N 124th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85259 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~5.5 miles Time: ~3 hours Pets are not permitted at our activities due to safety concerns. If you...
You can help us save saguaros and the animals that call them home. From what? Buffelgrass and fountaingrass! These invasive grasses smother young saguaros and fuel fires that can kill both young and old saguaros alike. Most of our native plants are not adapted to fire. In contrast, buffelgrass thrives on fire. This is one...
Meet in the Saguaro day use area to learn how to distinguish between birds and seek out hawks to hummingbirds all throughout the trail! Be prepared for a 1 mile, slow-paced bird walk on moderate, rocky terrain with mild 150-ft. elevation gain. Program is about 1.5 hours. Please wear close-toed shoes, and don't forget water,...
Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all over Arizona. Check out the calendar!
This interactive program offers hands-on medical lab activities and presentations in over 20 healthcare professions. REGISTER Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all over Arizona. Check out the calendar!
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 and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
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 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! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Free with Park Fee
$8 | 15-20 Minute Estimated Completion Time | Ages 8+ Tuesday – Saturday | Drop-In Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. It's anything but basic! This Mini Maker Experience allows creative minds to build a science-themed keepsake to commemorate your Arizona Science Center visit. Children 8-13 must be accompanied by an adult. Completion times are estimated. We invite...
$25 | 30-40 Minute Estimated Completion Time | Ages 8+ Tuesday – Saturday | Drop-In Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Looking to explore something new with more time to create? This Mini Maker Experience gives creators the freedom to build beyond with expert help from our CREATE techs. Children 8-13 must be accompanied by an adult. Completion times are...
$45 | 45-60 Minute Estimated Completion Time | Ages 8+ Tuesday – Saturday | Drop-In Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Learn a new skill with expert coaching from our CREATE techs! This Mini Maker Experience dives into a specific creative area and allows plenty of time for your ideas to take form. Children 8-13 must be accompanied by...
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...
In Big Astronomy, discover Chile's grand observatories and meet the people who push the limits of technology, a diverse collaboration of scientists, to expand what we know about the Universe using world-class telescopes. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12...
Join us for our free docent-led tour at 2PM in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215...
MEET OUR NEW MATH & SCIENCE TUTOR! We are thrilled to announce that DPL has partnered with Cochise College to offer Math/Science tutoring on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at the library. Tutor Karyme Arellano, who has had previous experience volunteer tutoring at church, will be available up to 13 hours per week to meet individually...
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the planets (including some Saturnian and Galilean moons) pointing out interesting facts along the way. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Planets, space exploration. Style: Live presentation. Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2...
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...
Come join us at Cholla library for a STEAM activity! Each week kids complete a project with a Science, Technolgy, Engineering, Art or Math twist.
Would you like to know how to create a 3D Hot air balloon craft? If so, come join us on this smooth sailing adventure! Space is limited. ¿Te gustaría saber cómo crear un globo aerostático en 3D? Acompáñenos para una aventura de navegación. Capacidad limitada.
Lecture- Architectural Design Principles for the Sonoran Desert at Mustang Library Doug Sydnor had an architectural practice in Scottsdale for many years. His presentation will explore the Sonoran Desert and...
This class is for everyone with a desire to learn more about native edibles! Folks will learn what “native edible” means ecologically, regionally, and culturally. We will review a variety of native edible species and what to keep an eye out for harvesting now and what to look forward to in months to come. ...