Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. This month’s birding explores the birding hotspot of Agua Caliente Park where we hope to see waterfowl, raptors, sparrows, and a lot more....
Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Enjoy a roughly 2-mile walk on the Palm Lake, Mesquite Meander, Lions, and Willow Walkway trails. We’ll cover birding basics, from tools and equipment to bird identification tips and strategies. Trails are rated easy, although thick sand is possible in some stretches. Don’t worry if you don’t have binoculars; the Ranger will have some to...
Start your day right with Ranger Jacque on this morning nature hike! The hike will cover sections of the Metate and Spur Cross trails for a total of 2 miles on moderate rated trails, with some sandy, rocky, and steep sections. Along the way, we’ll talk about the renowned biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert and...
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. Talks will take place on the patio in front of the...
STAR WALK is an immersive augmented reality (AR) experience divided into multiple acts. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the cosmos, including the Sun, Alpha Centauri, and the Laniakea Supercluster! 😎 Wearing Augmented Reality glasses, you'll walk around the room and use hand and voice commands to interact with planets, asteroids, and other cosmic bodies! 🎹 Be mesmerized as you listen...
Did you make it your New Year’s resolution to spend more time in nature? Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to the skills needed to enhance your connection with the natural world. Make it your goal to get connected with nature! Join Ranger Kevin as we learn how to make - or strengthen - our...
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...
Drop by Dewey-Humboldt Town Library (Main Floor) every Wednesday for your favorite STEAM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more!
Explore, discover and get your brain going with fun STE(A)M activities. New Program Alert: Combining Lego Explorers and Tinker Time. Both activities will now become a single weekly STE(A)M program! Explore, design, build, and discover with rotating STEM resources such as Snap Circuits, Sphero little Bits and various hands on activities. This will be a two...
January 8– Winter Crafts Ages 6 - 17
Enjoy a Minecraft world created for Winter adventures! Join for a parkour competition to the top of a mountain where players jump from block to block, climb ladders and bridges, and bounce on trampolines. No personal account necessary, no previous game experience required. For ages 6 through 18. Space is limited, please register to guarantee your spot.
Folks of all ages are invited to dig through huge piles of our LEGOs and build whatever their imagination desires. We also have DUPLO blocks for the littlest builders! No registration is required. Snacks will be provided, while supplies last.
Come and join us for a wonderful hour of relaxing free build. Let your imaginations soar! LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. LEGO Club helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Club LEGO ¡Los LEGOos son divertidos para toda la familia!...
Join MACH1 to unlock your creative potential with the fascinating world of 3D modeling! Designed specifically for adults ages 18 and up, this workshop introduces you to the basics of Tinkercad, a user-friendly design software. Over the course of this program, you'll go from concept to creation, designing your very own 3D model. Participants will have...
Come and explore using simple building blocks to imagine and create all kinds of projects. Since the blocks are uniform in size, there is no sorting required. The building is intuitive and easy.
LaterLab is a space for Makers to freely design, create and connect! Using the tools, machines and materials already available at CREATE, Makers will have the freedom to build on our 3D printers, etch designs with our laser cutters, woodwork using our tools and machinery, and sew up unique creations with our sewing machines. Wednesday...
Bring your imagination and join us for an afternoon of brick building. You can follow our themes and challenges or make your own. Creative thinking, teamwork, eye-hand coordination, and problem-solving are just a few of the skills learned while having fun with bricks. Trae tu imaginación y únete a nosotros para una tarde de construcción de...
Discover new skills and tech each week, you can dive into exciting projects like 3D printing, vinyl cutting, coding, and more. The possibilities are endless! This month we have founder...
Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at The Valley’s favorite holiday tradition, ZooLights! Get in the holiday spirit as millions of twinkling lights transform the Zoo into a dazzling spectacle, guiding you through the illuminated pathways alongside animal habitats and Zoo trails. Don’t miss our brand-new light show, featuring vibrant visuals and mesmerizing music that...
njoy an evening of sewing fun, no matter your experience level. Sewing machines and materials provided. Great for beginner or parents and children to do together. Ages 10+
Thousands of LED lights illuminate the trees and custom-built, oversized structures delight the senses. The light tunnel, dancing cypress trees, traditional punched-tin trees, a brand-new crescent moon, and a dazzling display of luminarias will wow you! Experience a holiday light show unlike any other in southern Arizona! Designed by nationally known public garden landscape architect Tres...