Trip difficulty: Easy. About a mile on flat surfaces. Trip duration about 2 hours. Water, benches, shade, and bathrooms on site. We’ll meander around this urban park looking for hidden gems...
A trip for beginning or visiting birders who want to learn about Sonoran Desert birds that favor mesquite bosques – a once prevalent but now threatened habitat. We’ll explore the...
Join Ranger Jacque on a strenuous uphill hike to Wind Cave and take in the views of the mountains and the city. We will hike the Wind Cave Trail with 800ft of elevation gain, and at a roundtrip distance of 3 miles, it is rated as difficult. The trail is steep and rocky; wear proper...
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. It’s World Migratory Bird Day and eBird Global Big Day, as well as still peak spring bird migration! Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the...
Meet at the park’s Nature Center. It is time to harvest seeds! Join us for a celebration of native seeds!! As we strive to improve native biodiversity within the parks. Registering is required via sign-up.com. Events start at 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Participants will learn to identify native plants in their seed stage, and...
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...
In the “Placita” outside Mission Garden’s kitchen FREE and open to the public, for all ages Friday and Saturday May 9 and 10 Come by any time between 8am-10am on either day Tasting History is an interactive, drop-in, family friendly program. Learn more about Tucson through the people and plants that shape our home. This...
Every desert dweller knows that there’s nothing more breathtaking than the Spring bloom! Take advantage of this extraordinary chance to see live wildflowers and learn how to identify them and begin to BLOOM with knowledge yourself! This amazing indoor display is presented by Sedona Public Library volunteers with permission of the Coconino National Forest.
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary hosts breakfasts each year with the zoo's most iconic animals! "Breakfast with the Animals" includes a light breakfast in front of the spotlight animal, a special...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED learning course is designed for individuals who need a certification that satisfies the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), workplace, and other requirements. It equips participants to recognize and care for various first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. This class is taught in a...
Discover the science soaring above you! From the local cactus wren to the tropical parrot, investigate the brilliant lives of birds. Meet local teens who created a video game to help protect the environment (NSF #2148016). Lunch will be provided. Girls in STEM is a series of educational programs throughout the year that encourages...
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...
Museum opens at 9:00 am for event check-in; the ARIZONA GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ begins at 10:00 am. The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the...
Learn what you can make with a 3D printer! In this introductory workshop we will choose cute small animals to print. Acrylic paint and brushes will be available to paint your 3d prints! Go home with cute a small animal! Presented by Genesis Florendo, Tesla Lukow, and Mindy Dinh
Teen Musician Mechanics takes place on Saturdays at 10:00 am in Camp Verde Community Library's Teen Library. TMM will be focused on the nuts-and-bolts side of musical instruments, in a literal sense: repairing, modifying, maintaining, and experimenting. From learning to restring a guitar, to repairing internal wiring, TMM will give newer players agency over their instrument and allow...
Join Ranger Olivia on National Cactus Day to learn more about the cacti that live in the desert. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! In this casual drop-in program, there will be live samples of cacti to touch and learn about. Bring any questions you might have about how our...
Ranger Jacque gives a beginner’s glimpse into the birding world with an indoor presentation on birding, followed by outdoor application on the viewing deck! And because it’s World Migratory Bird Day, you can get free event posters! From hobbyists to extreme birdathon competitors, birding is a popular past time all over the world thanks to...
Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from October to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn in a safe, engaging environment. Outdoor play isn’t just fun; it’s essential!...
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...
Drop into the museum during any open hours and enjoy monthly themed activities! We’ll provide the supplies and simple instructions that prompt kids to explore a variety of subjects. Location:...
Add woodworking to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! Makers will dive into hand tool woodworking by learning how to use a hand saw, drill and other tools during this 1-hour, beginner-level workshop. Learn how to measure and mark wood, tool safety, sanding and polishing, and create a finished product to take home. Makers...
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...
Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.
Would you like to raise earthworms? Handle live red wrigglers, read cool worm stories, and come up with fun wormy words. Then construct worm bins out of re-purposed materials. Take worms home to care for and help your garden grow! This event will be in the meeting room for the health and safety of the...
STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through self-guided tinkering. Join us to make, create and play!
Try out a beginner-friendly sewing project. We'll provide everything you need! You can also bring clothes to fix or alter. The Teen Advisory Board will be there to help with...
Immerse in a lush 3D environment while flying through Space. Learn about the cutting edge of Exploration. Scientist see light across a spectrum far broader than visible light. What can technology 'see' that we can not and how does that shape our understanding of the universe.
Introduction to AI: Understanding ChatGPT and other AI AI is no longer a futuristic concept, but a reality that is already impacting various aspects of our lives. From virtual assistants...
Want to sew? Want to learn to sew? Join us! Learn to sew and come and enjoy sewing with others. Projects are prepared for those who wish to learn to...
This exclusive Cave Creek Museum adventure is a “must” for everyone! Cave Creek Museum has partnered with Rackensack Canyon Tours to bring Arizona’s first and only total gold mining experience to life. After seeing the interactive, action-packed Arizona Gold Mining Experience (AZGME), Gold Fever lovers break for lunch and return to Cave Creek Museum to leave promptly...
The Expedition Reef show reveals, in exquisite detail, the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs around the world—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Learn the secrets of...
Families are encouraged to participate in making and creating at Mesquite. Guided activities will include science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics concepts. Join the family STEAM event every second Saturday...
Let’s play with LEGOS! Every Saturday you can build something new. Show off your creativity and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) skills and have tons of fun! ¡Juguemos con LEGOS! Cada sábado puedes construir algo nuevo. ¡Demuestra tu creatividad y habilidades de STEAM (Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Arte y Matemáticas) y diviertete muchísimo!
Crafting meets coding at this fun event! Join us to learn about the basics of binary code and create your own personalized binary bracelet or keychain. For teens ages 13-17. First-come...
Did you know that you can help real-world scientists by contributing to Citizen Science? Join SciStarter Ambassadors at Citizen Science 101: Science Near Me, as we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the National Science Foundation, and commemorate 75 years of discovery and innovation. Learn how you can make a difference by collecting data, making observations, and playing...
Add woodworking to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! Makers will dive into hand tool woodworking by learning how to use a hand saw, drill and other tools during this 1-hour, beginner-level workshop. Learn how to measure and mark wood, tool safety, sanding and polishing, and create a finished product to take home. Makers...
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:...
Interested in digital art but don’t know where to begin? Join us for this introductory course where we will explore the different tools and techniques you can utilize with the Sketchbook app on the iPad. In this session, we will go over brushes suitable for linework and explore how color and shading effect the mood...
Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public is invited to get a close-up look at these tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure,...
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...
Kartchner Caverns invites you to join us for a walk in the park as we uncover and learn about some of the 13 different neighboring bat species in the park. We will use bat detectors while on a walk through the beautiful desert night to see and hear some of them while learning about the diversity of these flying mammals. Boldly go where the...