Join experienced birder and Park Volunteer Tom Locascio—a proud member of the Audubon Society and Sun City Birding Club—for a guided bird walk through Estrella Mountain Regional Park. After the walk, gather in the Nature Center classroom for an engaging presentation on the park’s feathered residents, from desert dwellers to seasonal visitors. Please wear protective clothing...
Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the...
c On this walk near the Nature Center, Ranger Nikki will lead the way as we look for birds and try to spot their homes camouflaged among the cholla cacti and trees. The route follows Overton Trail to GO John Trailhead, where we will then walk on the paved roadway and return to the Nature...
No complicated photography jargon, no expensive equipment – just your phone, a bit of walking, and plenty of guidance and inspiration. Normally we’d suggest you put your cellphone away and focus on the wonders around you, but those cellphones can be a tool to help you engage in the moment AND relive those memories for...
Join us for a fascinating two-hour leisurely walk exploring the dynamic relationship between predators and prey. Discover how desert animals like coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, raptors, and snakes have evolved...
Join us for our second annual Wildlife Extravaganza on Tumamoc Hill! Located at the Tumamoc Historic Boathouse (base of Hill)- meet with various wildlife organizations and ask your animal questions!...
Step back in time at this hands-on Girls in STEM archaeology event! Uncover ancient artifacts, study lost civilizations and piece together the stories buried beneath the surface—it's sure to be...
Breakfast with the Animals"" includes a light breakfast in front of the spotlight animal, a special animal feeding and keeper talk, and an animal activity for the kids. It's the...
The Sonoran Desert is the most diverse desert in the world. It’s home to a lot of different kinds of animals. Families will learn all about the animals who call the Sonoran Desert home and how to identify them by looking...
How good are you at spotting video content and deepfakes created using Artificial Intelligence (AI)? As generative AI becomes increasingly better at creating realistic content, it is more and more important to...
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go around the traffic circle until...
Come get WILD with wildlife of the Sonoran Desert at Pinnacle Peak Park! Local non-profit wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and education organizations will be in the Ramada exhibiting live animals. This education opportunity is free for visitors of all ages. All exhibits are on Saturdays 10am-12pm. No registration necessary. Check our website for all of the...
We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit. October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free....
Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card
Journey into the mysterious world of black holes in this visually stunning, immersive show. Featuring cosmic simulations and narrated by Liam Neeson, explore star birth and death, colliding galaxies, and a thrilling dive into our galaxy’s core. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...
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! Ages 6 - 18
Curious about 3D printing? Join our weekly drop-in program where you’ll learn how to design your own 3D model using Tinkercad. Whether you're a beginner or just want to try...
Step into the fascinating world of the Sonoran Desert with our educational table, “Skins and Skulls.” Discover the rich biodiversity of this unique ecosystem as we showcase what desert creatures left behind for us to find, providing a hands on learning experience. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this exhibit is a non-structured come...
Learn to build your own articulated wire skeleton pendant or earring set! In this hands-on class you'll pick up core wireworking skills including: Simple loops Wrapped loops for extra strength...
Alan is a hamster scientist who lives in a junkyard. He tries to fit in with the local community of rats, but nobody takes him seriously. One day, Alan hears...
Enjoy a captivating experience at the heart of our mountaintop observatory with our guided daytime tours! Discover the rich history of our unique site, from its origins as a Cold...
Deep beneath the earth's crust, hundreds of kilometres below the surface, with no light, no air, and very little water, in pores and fissures of hard rock, scientists have found an enormous biodiversity of micro-organisms that thrive in extreme conditions. The Dark Biosphere challenges everything we thought we knew and challenges us to rethink not...
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...
Get help with resume writing, internet job searching, online job applications, and more. Prepare your elevator speech, learn interview tips and tricks, and ask for a mock interview to prepare...
his will be a fun presentation on wildlife you may encounter in your Sonoran Desert backyard. You will learn about your neighborhood wildlife and how to create a wildlife friendly...
Need help with basic bike maintenance? Our Bicycle Lab offers 30-minute appointments where we’ll guide you through simple repairs like changing a tube or lubricating your chain. Only acoustic bikes –...
Do you love crafts, games, LEGOs and experiments? Join us each week hands-on STEAM activities that will ignite your imagination and creativity! This is an intergenerational program, so the whole family is welcome! All supplies will be provided and some activities might get a little messy! Ages 0 - 13
Need help with basic bike maintenance? Our Bicycle Lab offers 30-minute appointments where we’ll guide you through simple repairs like changing a tube or lubricating your chain. Only acoustic bikes –...
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...
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...
Need help with basic bike maintenance? Our Bicycle Lab offers 30-minute appointments where we’ll guide you through simple repairs like changing a tube or lubricating your chain. Only acoustic bikes – no e-bikes, please. Bring your bike and learn hands-on skills to keep it rolling smoothly. Ages 6+
Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sunset while also learning about saguaros along the way. We will see the sunset, saguaros, and maybe some evening critters as...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...