Trip Difficulty: Easy Join us as we explore Splendido’s diverse birdlife on a guided walk. Discover colorful songbirds and hummingbirds, and engage in insightful discussions about bird behavior and conservation. We’ll conclude with a delightful light brunch at Splendido, reflecting on the birds we saw and the time we spent together. Join us for an enriching...
Explore a 2-to-3-mile section of the Anza Trail during an easy, level interpretive hike. Learn about the cultural and natural history of the Santa Cruz Valley. Travel on the Juan...
If you have ever been interested in drawing what you observe in the natural world, then you should attend this program! Join local illustrator and author, Diane Iverson, for the Fall drawing series. Learn and practice colored pencil drawing and leave with finished pieces.
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. Free with Park Fee
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...
During September and October, a variety of raptors and other birds soar southward over Grand Canyon. Learn about their remarkable journey, and why we count them every fall. Presented by Hawkwatch International. NOTE: There is no vehicle parking at Yaki Point, please park at the visitor center and take the Eastbound Kaibab (ORANGE) Route shuttle to Yaki Point. Buses...
Join Ranger Jacque as we uncover nature’s oddities and bizarre relationships between Sonoran Desert’s famous (and infamous) characters! Meet the Sonoran desert’s most bizarre and fascinating characters at this indoor presentation, where we’ll discover the surprising relationships and peculiar behaviors that define life in the wild. From unexpected partnerships to strange survival strategies, dive into...
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...
During September and October, a variety of raptors and other birds soar southward over Grand Canyon. Learn about their remarkable journey, and why we count them every fall. Presented by Hawkwatch International. NOTE: There is no vehicle parking at Yaki Point, please park at the visitor center and take the Eastbound Kaibab (ORANGE) Route shuttle to Yaki Point. Buses...
Unlock the magic of electricity in our Wizardry Workshop of Wonders! In this hands-on session, you’ll craft your very own light-up wand using copper foil tape, batteries, and an LED light. Channel your inner wizard as you learn the basics of circuitry and leave with a glowing creation that will light up your spellcasting adventures!
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
When you have a specific question, or just need a little extra boost, our GED instructor is here to help you. GED Prep is available in the subjects of Social Studies, Math, Science, Languages Arts, and Civics Classes. Instruction can include assignments, traditional lectures, and interactive practice. Participants should be 16+ Minimum requirements: Notebook and something...
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...
People coming together to create 3d models in Blender and print them! All skill levels welcome. Inclusive. Safe space. No bullying. Sign up to get notices about events you're interested...
Campfire ESports is designed to provide gamers of all levels with a structured and enriching environment to hone their skills, compete at the highest level, and pursue their dreams in the world of competitive gaming. Benefits: ESports require strategic thinking and problem-solving, which can help improve cognitive functions and mental agility. Ages 8+ Welcome to...
This intermediate class is an opportunity for students to learn and refine more advanced solid techniques and graduate into hollow forms. Supply list will be emailed a few weeks before class starts. Must have completed Beginning Borosilicate at least twice. Must have completed Beginning Borosilicate at least twice. No class 11/29/24 Ages 16+ Oct. 18...
This is the planetarium show we present to educational groups visiting for field trips, and we want to offer this learning experience to the public as well. Aimed to provide an introductory perspective on our Solar System, this show takes viewers to different planets, dwarf planets, moons and more within our local region of the...
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and...
Enjoy A Bewitching Evening! Dig up your zombies and grab your ghouls! Show off your boo-tiful costumes at Reid Park Zoo for a delightful, not too frightful, family friendly evening at Boo at the Zoo, presented by OneAZ Credit Union. You’ll have an enchanting time with the whole family at this Tucson Halloween tradition. Proceeds benefit...
Get your heart pumping in the dark as you hike through the foothills and lush riparian habitat of the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Derik The hike will cover sections of the Dragonfly and Spur Cross trails covering 3.4 miles and gaining 300ft of elevation. The hike is rated as moderate, and you can expect rocky...
Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts. Please bring a flashlight and a jacket. Caution:...
This is the planetarium show we present to educational groups visiting for field trips, and we want to offer this learning experience to the public as well. Aimed to provide an introductory perspective on our Solar System, this show takes viewers to different planets, dwarf planets, moons and more within our local region of the...
Campfire ESports is designed to provide gamers of all levels with a structured and enriching environment to hone their skills, compete at the highest level, and pursue their dreams in the world of competitive gaming. Benefits: ESports require strategic thinking and problem-solving, which can help improve cognitive functions and mental agility. Location: Campfire Esports 12100...
Young Makers is our free form workshop night for passionate kids and their parents. We work with driven young people to empower them to turn their ideas into reality. No babysitting. No lectures. This is discovery learning and creation. Questions to: [email protected] HeatSync Labs is a makerspace with tools and equipment which create a community...