Meet for a bird walk at Gilbert Riparian Preserve, at the west end of the parking lot at 6:00 a.m.; social time at Coffee Rush starts at 7:30 a.m. Coffee Rush, 53 N Val Vista Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85234,
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 the...
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior...
Age at least 10 yrs but less than 18 yrs Jun 25, 2024 Tue 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Registration fee: $12 Mesa resident/$14 non-resident. INSTRUCTOR FEE DUE FIRST...
Join us for Touch-a-Truck, a family-friendly event where you can explore various vehicles up close! It's a fun, interactive way to discover more about the vehicles we see every day! Get up close and personal with some amazing vehicles at our Touch-a-Truck event! Join us for a hands-on experience where kids and families can explore...
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...
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
Create your own dream vacation destination using the LEGOs provided.
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it...
Where does the sun rise in your neighborhood? The contestants in the Dating Game back in the '70s all got this wrong, or at least they didn't see things like their spouse did. Having a solid understanding of nature's navigational aides will greatly increase your confidence as you travel across the Southwest. Maps and gps...
Join us at the Clark Memorial Library every Tuesday during Summer Reading to learn from a local expert in a topic relating to sustainability.
Join us in June for our 3-day Clothing Modification Camp. Over these three days, we will learn how to take standard t-shirts and turn them into fun customized clothing. We will be tie dying/stencil dying using bleach, learning to cut and tie details, and exploring other ways to liven up your wardrobe. Some t-shirts will...
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:...
Ever wonder what makes your arms, hands and fingers move? Learn more about the way muscles, tendons and your bones work by building a simple model of your hand. Labs...
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 3 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up...
This will be a basic, informative introduction to batteries, switches, and direct current (DC) applications. You will assemble a throwie that you will take home. All materials will be supplied. Attendance is limited. Please arrive for tickets 30 minutes in advance! Throwies LED y los conceptos básicos de la electricidad de CC Esta será...
Come mess around with our 3D printer and learn a new skill. We'll set you up with some resources to find or design your own print and help you get started. We try to keep most print jobs to 30 minutes or less but longer builds can be scheduled based on available staff time.
Join us for afternoon kids activities--playing tabletop games, doing crafts, exploring STEAM activities and more! This program is supported by Friends of the Phoenix Public Library.
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...
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.
Join us for a game of chess or building with LEGOs.
Cooking Matters helps kids develop a love of cooking and the skills to make healthy food choices wherever they go using engaging hands-on activities, appealing and interactive recipes for kids, and fun worksheets. Topics include whole grains, fruits and vegetables, hydration, and low-fat dairy. Participants will take away handouts, 2-ounce food samples, and information to...
Discover pivotal stories of survival, perseverance, and developing threats centered on Grand Canyon’s diverse cultural and natural resources. Meet the ranger at 4:30 pm at the Village Amphitheater, in the Historic District, along the Canyon Rim Trail, between Thunderbird and Kachina Lodges. Free with Park Fee
Astronomy Night - Constellations Over the Canyon 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: 9:00 pm (allow 1 hour) Location: South Rim - Grand Canyon Visitor Center Theater Free with Park Fee