Meet at the park’s Nature Center. Join us in removing invasive species and reducing wildfire risk in our parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to effectively remove these invasive plants. The initiative is to remove invasive plants as a proactive step toward ecological restoration and to...
Meet at Area 4 parking lot. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to effectively remove these invasive plants. The initiative is to remove invasive plants as a proactive step toward ecological restoration and to reduce wildfire risk. To learn more about the Parks Desert Defender Program, click...
Join a Pima County Naturalist for a guided nature trek at Maeveen Behan Desert Sanctuary. Bird a patch of Sonoran Desert habitat preserved to protect the habitat of wildlife species within urban NW Tucson, where we expect to see birds such as Gilded Flicker, Phainopepla, Cooper’s Hawk, and many more.
Learn about birds of the Sonoran Desert on this hike with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran Desert on this easy and short hike to the Wildlife Pond and part of Mule Deer Trail. Along the way, we will discuss basic bird...
Learn all about plants of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia. Enjoy a guided nature hike along some of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. We will begin along the Spur Cross trail and then switch onto Metate trail, both are rated easy-moderate with...
Join Ranger Shaun for a walk-and-talk among the trees of the Preserve. Come take a casual stroll along 2 of Hassayampa’s more popular trails with a ranger. We’ll chat about the local plant and animal wildlife. The combined trails total roughly 1.3 miles round trip and are all rated easy with mostly flat, sandy surfaces....
Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Historic Canoa Ranch. Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters.
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...
Learn about plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert, and the Seek and iNaturalist apps on this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric to learn about plants and...
Join Ranger Olivia for a chance to learn about one of our partner organizations, Leave No Trace. This is a casual drop-in program, that will have information about how you can enjoy parks and other natural areas while leaving no trace when you use them. You will learn the 7 principles of Leave No Trace...
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...
Each 1st Friday 1-4pm learn to fold new Origami designs! Free, paper provided, recommended for ages 10 and up. Younger folders will need parental assistance.
This planetarium show takes you on an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too small or simply invisible. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...
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...
Are you a teen who loves to build and create? Each Teach Me Day session will focus on a different STEAM medium. Come to learn and try something new. Our talented staff will provide the experience, the know-how, and the supplies, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. No experience required! For teens ages 12-18.
Dive into the world of learning with Olivia and Jaden! These high school students are available every Friday after school to support your child's academic journey in math (any level) and English (ex, grammar, reading comprehension, spelling, etc.). They offer one-on-one tutoring, homework assistance, and specialized test preparation. Additionally, they provide resources to help your...
Express yourself with our teens only STEAM-based program! Each month we will have different activities, crafts, and challenges to choose from. (Formally called Makerspace) Age 10 - 16
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey, we will be pointing out interesting facts along the way. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about planets and space exploration Planetarium Tickets...
Hummingbird banding sessions at Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast are open to members of SABO and guests of the B&B at no charge, though donations are appreciated. Only two (2) parking spaces are available for visitors who are not guests of Casa de San Pedro B&B, and registration is required. Casa de San...
Reserved tickets for "Two Small Pieces of Glass" planetarium show at the April 4th, 2025 Astronomy Night at the Mesa Community College Planetarium on MCC's Southern & Dobson campus in Mesa, Arizona. Showings of "Two Small Pieces of Glass" are 25 minutes in length. Shows start at approximately 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm. Guests with ticket reservations should...
Girl Scout Daisies - Seniors are invited to join the Arizona Science Center for a night of science fun! Experience the museum after hours and explore the wonders of science. Dinner, snacks, and breakfast will be provided. Fri Apr 04, 5:00 PM MST - Sat Apr 05, 9:00 AM MST
Come to the El Mirage Library to see the first quarter moon at its most beautiful! The evening starts with a presentation on Astronomy in the library's program room. The presentation will start at 6:15 pm and complete about 6:45 pm. The sun sets about 6:53 pm so everyone can then move outside to view...
Come to the El Mirage Library to see the first quarter moon at its most beautiful! Be there at 6 PM to listen to a lecture about the moon and stars. At 7 PM Telescopes will be provided by the West Valley Astronomy Club to view the moon & other celestial objects.
Show Times: Friday, April 4: 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Are you interested in getting to know your night sky? This planetarium program will show you what constellations, planets, meteor showers and more will be coming to the Prescott skies for your viewing pleasure. The content for this program changes every month it is shown....
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: The...