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SUMMARY:The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering\, optical science\, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. \nLocated beneath the U of A’s football stadium\, the Mirror Lab is the birthplace of mirrors for the Giant Magellan Telescope\, a revolutionary new instrument with a 25-meter primary mirror composed of seven of our 8.4-meter segments. This next generation of telescopes will transform astronomy—probing the early universe\, revealing the formation of the first stars\, and potentially detecting signs of life on distant exoplanets. \nThe tour begins at the historic Steward Observatory\, U of A’s first research department\, established in 1917. After an introductory presentation in our iconic white-brick dome\, we’ll walk to the Mirror Lab for an up-close look at the unique processes involved—from melting glass to precision polishing and optical testing. \nJoin us and discover how the University of Arizona is shaping the future of space exploration and astronomical discovery.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/the-university-of-arizona-richard-f-caris-mirror-lab-tour-375/
LOCATION:The University of Arizona Steward Observatory\, 933 N. Cherry Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chemistry & Physics,Engineering,Space & Astronomy,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T090000
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SUMMARY:Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
DESCRIPTION:Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing!\nAdd a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition\, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. \nProduced by Imagine Exhibitions\, Nature POP! Made with LEGO® bricks showcases 40 brilliantly colored and amazingly created sculptures crafted exclusively with LEGO® pieces — over 800\,000 bricks to be exact! As guests wind their way through the Zoo’s scenic pathways they will encounter playful\, gravity defying masterpieces\, including a towering 7-foot polar bear mother and her cubs\, a prancing fox\, a majestic lion standing on alert\, and intricately detailed dragonfly with light filtering through its outstretched wings. \nSean Kenney\, who has been creating with LEGO bricks for over 20 years was also a former judge on the show “LEGO® Masters.” Sean’s playful works invite guests to explore how everything in nature is also interconnected in fresh\, fun\, and unexpected ways.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/reid-park-zoo-sean-kenneys-nature-pop-67/
LOCATION:Reid Park Zoo\, 3400 Zoo Court\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Engineering,Exhibit/Presentation,Field Sciences,Kids (6 – 8 years),Preschoolers (3 – 5 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Toddlers (up to 36 months),Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T120000
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SUMMARY:Arizona State Parks & Trails: Catalina State Park - Past\, Present\, Future
DESCRIPTION:Catalina State Park has been beloved for decades by many but do you know how the park came to be? \nExplore the history of Catalina State Park and its surroundings from the 1850s to today. Take a “behind the scenes” look at today’s operations and get a “sneak peek” at exciting new upgrades coming to the park. Meet at the trailhead picnic area. \nNote: This program is weather-dependent.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-parks-trails-catalina-state-park-past-present-future-8/
LOCATION:Catalina State Park\, 11570 N. Oracle Rd.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Conservation and Sustainability,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T120000
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SUMMARY:Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHikes are included with park entrance fees but are first-come\, first-serve. \nThis event is part of Outdoors250\, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event\, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-parks-and-trails-daily-guided-nature-hikes-at-red-rock-454/
LOCATION:Red Rock State Park\, 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd.\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T143000
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SUMMARY:The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering\, optical science\, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. \nLocated beneath the U of A’s football stadium\, the Mirror Lab is the birthplace of mirrors for the Giant Magellan Telescope\, a revolutionary new instrument with a 25-meter primary mirror composed of seven of our 8.4-meter segments. This next generation of telescopes will transform astronomy—probing the early universe\, revealing the formation of the first stars\, and potentially detecting signs of life on distant exoplanets. \nThe tour begins at the historic Steward Observatory\, U of A’s first research department\, established in 1917. After an introductory presentation in our iconic white-brick dome\, we’ll walk to the Mirror Lab for an up-close look at the unique processes involved—from melting glass to precision polishing and optical testing. \nJoin us and discover how the University of Arizona is shaping the future of space exploration and astronomical discovery.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/the-university-of-arizona-richard-f-caris-mirror-lab-tour-358/
LOCATION:The University of Arizona Steward Observatory\, 933 N. Cherry Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chemistry & Physics,Engineering,Space & Astronomy,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T153000
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SUMMARY:The University of Arizona: Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Docent-led Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). \nVisitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. \nDuring your 1.5 hour tour\, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology\, have a chance to examine specimens\, and explore our Exhibit Hall. While there will be opportunities for sitting\, please be advised that there is an extensive amount of walking through the Laboratory. \nThe Laboratory is committed to making its collection\, buildings\, programs\, and services accessible to all audiences. The principles of diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and accessibility apply to all aspects of LTRR’s operations\, across all categories of individuals. \nWe strive to do everything we can to meet our guests’ specific needs and are always seeking to improve the guest experience. To request an accommodation based on a medical condition or disability\, please email   outreach@ltrr.arizona.edu(link sends e-mail) prior to your visit. \nSpace is limited and reservations are required. Please email outreach@ltrr.arizona.edu
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/the-university-of-arizona-laboratory-of-tree-ring-research-docent-led-tour-146/
LOCATION:Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building\, 1215 E. Lowell St.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Kids (6 – 8 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T163000
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SUMMARY:The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering\, optical science\, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. \nLocated beneath the U of A’s football stadium\, the Mirror Lab is the birthplace of mirrors for the Giant Magellan Telescope\, a revolutionary new instrument with a 25-meter primary mirror composed of seven of our 8.4-meter segments. This next generation of telescopes will transform astronomy—probing the early universe\, revealing the formation of the first stars\, and potentially detecting signs of life on distant exoplanets. \nThe tour begins at the historic Steward Observatory\, U of A’s first research department\, established in 1917. After an introductory presentation in our iconic white-brick dome\, we’ll walk to the Mirror Lab for an up-close look at the unique processes involved—from melting glass to precision polishing and optical testing. \nJoin us and discover how the University of Arizona is shaping the future of space exploration and astronomical discovery.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/the-university-of-arizona-richard-f-caris-mirror-lab-tour-360/
LOCATION:The University of Arizona Steward Observatory\, 933 N. Cherry Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chemistry & Physics,Engineering,Space & Astronomy,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T170000
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SUMMARY:Maricopa County Library District: Minecraft Monday
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library to play Minecraft! \nWe will collaborate on building projects and compete in friendly challenges. Space is limited\, so registration is recommended.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/maricopa-county-library-district-minecraft-monday-31/
LOCATION:MCLDAZ – Fountain Hills Branch\, 12901 N. La Montana Dr.\, Fountain Hills\, AZ\, 85268\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition/Challenge,Engineering,Technology & Computer Science,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260420T213000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
CREATED:20260415T122956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T122956Z
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SUMMARY:Arizona State Parks & Trails: Owl Walks at Catalina State Park
DESCRIPTION:As darkness falls\, owls take flight during the cool evening hours to hunt. On this walk\, learn about owls and hopefully see one in person! Please bring a flashlight and consider downloading an app like Merlin Bird ID to identify birds by sound. \nLimited to 20 people: registration is required. Please sign up at https://azstateparks.com/reserve/Activities/Search.aspx (filter Place by Catalina State Park). \nThe program is free but park entry fees apply. Meet at the Trailhead Picnic Area. \nThis event is part of Outdoors250\, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event\, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-parks-trails-owl-walks-at-catalina-state-park/
LOCATION:Catalina State Park\, 11570 N. Oracle Rd.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
CREATED:20260301T042228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T121356Z
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SUMMARY:Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
DESCRIPTION:Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing!\nAdd a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition\, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. \nProduced by Imagine Exhibitions\, Nature POP! Made with LEGO® bricks showcases 40 brilliantly colored and amazingly created sculptures crafted exclusively with LEGO® pieces — over 800\,000 bricks to be exact! As guests wind their way through the Zoo’s scenic pathways they will encounter playful\, gravity defying masterpieces\, including a towering 7-foot polar bear mother and her cubs\, a prancing fox\, a majestic lion standing on alert\, and intricately detailed dragonfly with light filtering through its outstretched wings. \nSean Kenney\, who has been creating with LEGO bricks for over 20 years was also a former judge on the show “LEGO® Masters.” Sean’s playful works invite guests to explore how everything in nature is also interconnected in fresh\, fun\, and unexpected ways.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/reid-park-zoo-sean-kenneys-nature-pop-66/
LOCATION:Reid Park Zoo\, 3400 Zoo Court\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Engineering,Exhibit/Presentation,Field Sciences,Kids (6 – 8 years),Preschoolers (3 – 5 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Toddlers (up to 36 months),Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T103000
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SUMMARY:Desert Foothills Library: Guided Trail Tour at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library)
DESCRIPTION:Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. \nMeet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library on the morning of the hike. Wear closed-toed\, supportive shoes\, and bring your water and hat! \n3rd Tuesday of Each Month (October 2025 through April 2026). \nFree | Register at dfla.org | Questions\, please call 480-488-2286.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/desert-foothills-library-guided-trail-tour-at-the-caroline-bartol-preserve-at-saguaro-hill-at-desert-foothills-library-4/
LOCATION:Desert Foothills Library\, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd.\, Cave Creek\, AZ\, 85331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Kids (6 – 8 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T123359Z
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SUMMARY:Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHikes are included with park entrance fees but are first-come\, first-serve. \nThis event is part of Outdoors250\, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event\, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-parks-and-trails-daily-guided-nature-hikes-at-red-rock-451/
LOCATION:Red Rock State Park\, 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd.\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T123141Z
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SUMMARY:Arizona State Parks & Trails: The Inside History of Jerome
DESCRIPTION:An engaging and exclusive presentation of the town of Jerome\, as told by long-time local\, Henry Vincent\, in an outdoor setting. \nFeaturing an overview of the geology\, United Verde Copper Co. and United Verde Extension mines\, and the Douglas family.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-parks-trails-the-inside-history-of-jerome-11/
LOCATION:Jerome State Historic Park\, 100 Douglas Rd.\, Jerome\, AZ\, 86331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Engineering,Exhibit/Presentation,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Kids (6 – 8 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T143000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T125321Z
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SUMMARY:The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering\, optical science\, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. \nLocated beneath the U of A’s football stadium\, the Mirror Lab is the birthplace of mirrors for the Giant Magellan Telescope\, a revolutionary new instrument with a 25-meter primary mirror composed of seven of our 8.4-meter segments. This next generation of telescopes will transform astronomy—probing the early universe\, revealing the formation of the first stars\, and potentially detecting signs of life on distant exoplanets. \nThe tour begins at the historic Steward Observatory\, U of A’s first research department\, established in 1917. After an introductory presentation in our iconic white-brick dome\, we’ll walk to the Mirror Lab for an up-close look at the unique processes involved—from melting glass to precision polishing and optical testing. \nJoin us and discover how the University of Arizona is shaping the future of space exploration and astronomical discovery.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/the-university-of-arizona-richard-f-caris-mirror-lab-tour-361/
LOCATION:The University of Arizona Steward Observatory\, 933 N. Cherry Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chemistry & Physics,Engineering,Space & Astronomy,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260421T163000
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SUMMARY:The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering\, optical science\, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. \nLocated beneath the U of A’s football stadium\, the Mirror Lab is the birthplace of mirrors for the Giant Magellan Telescope\, a revolutionary new instrument with a 25-meter primary mirror composed of seven of our 8.4-meter segments. This next generation of telescopes will transform astronomy—probing the early universe\, revealing the formation of the first stars\, and potentially detecting signs of life on distant exoplanets. \nThe tour begins at the historic Steward Observatory\, U of A’s first research department\, established in 1917. After an introductory presentation in our iconic white-brick dome\, we’ll walk to the Mirror Lab for an up-close look at the unique processes involved—from melting glass to precision polishing and optical testing. \nJoin us and discover how the University of Arizona is shaping the future of space exploration and astronomical discovery.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/the-university-of-arizona-richard-f-caris-mirror-lab-tour-362/
LOCATION:The University of Arizona Steward Observatory\, 933 N. Cherry Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chemistry & Physics,Engineering,Space & Astronomy,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T100000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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SUMMARY:Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge 2026: Acts of Science - Connected − Earth Day Animal Spot-A-Thon
DESCRIPTION:Help NASA-supported researchers study wildlife conservation from wherever you are. \nAll you need is curiosity. \nFeatured Project: Snapshot Wisconsin \nDuring this virtual event\, you’ll explore trail camera photos and classify the animals you see to help track changes in wildlife that informs wildlife management and conservation decisions. \nHear from the project scientists\, ask questions\, and discover how your participation supports important research AND counts towards a goal of 2.50 Million Acts of Science this April (Citizen Science Month!). \nRegister for this free event if you plan to: \n\nJoin from home\nHost a local gathering to livestream the event (find the event toolkit here)\nSupport participation as an Ambassador or facilitator\nReceive a recording via email after the event\n\nThis event is part of the Acts of Science: Connected signature series for Citizen Science Month 2026. No experience or special equipment required. All you need is a computer\, tablet\, or smartphone with Wi-Fi and curiosity! Recommended for ages 13+. Libraries\, Museums\, and Schools: Host an in-person watch-and-do party! Find everything you need at https://pages.scistarter.org/connected-facilitators \nParticipate from home or from a local watch party. \nRegister on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3917654771984/WN_4cBv3Vv8S5yejt1PofxB3A \n  \nPart of Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge 2026
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/greater-phoenix-city-nature-challenge-2026-acts-of-science-connected-%e2%88%92-earth-day-animal-spot-a-thon/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,City Nature Challenge,Conservation and Sustainability,Exhibit/Presentation,Field Sciences,Teens (13 – 18 years),Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T110000
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CREATED:20260415T123329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T123329Z
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SUMMARY:Arizona State Parks & Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
DESCRIPTION: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 (IBA) because of the many species that live or visit here. Please meet up with the leader on the viewing deck above the visitor center. \nThis event is part of Outdoors250\, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event\, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-parks-trails-guided-bird-walks-at-red-rock-33/
LOCATION:Red Rock State Park\, 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd.\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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SUMMARY:Arizona State Parks & Trails: Apple Packing Shed Open House
DESCRIPTION:Experience a piece of Arizona history. Get an opportunity to explore the Pendley Homestead Apple Packing Shed. A ranger will be available to answer any questions about the homestead’s history. Come and see the Bean Cutler 1933 Sorter and Bean Cutler Polisher added in 1946. \nSaturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. \nResuming April 8\, 2026: Wednesdays from 9-11 a.m. \nDays and hours may change seasonally. \nLearn more about the orchard at Slide Rock State Park here.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-parks-trails-apple-packing-shed-open-house-12/
LOCATION:Slide Rock State Park\, 6871 AZ-89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Engineering,Exhibit/Presentation,Field Sciences,Kids (6 – 8 years),Preschoolers (3 – 5 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Toddlers (up to 36 months),Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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SUMMARY:Arizona State University: Earth Day Stadium Walk 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join University Sustainability Practices and SRP for the free ASU Earth Day Walk at Mountain America Stadium. This unique celebration of sustainability includes a three lap walk around the stadium and sustainability partner tabling fair located in the stadium at the Coca Cola Sun Deck\, to learn about sustainability\, enjoy light snacks\, play games and even win fun prizes! \nThe three lap walk symbolizes the pillars of sustainability: environmental\, economic and social and raises awareness of the many important ways sustainability can be incorporated into our daily lives. This event welcomes all who wish to contribute to a greener tomorrow including all students\, staff\, faculty\, alumni and community members. The first 200 participants will receive an Earth Day Every Day T-shirt or bandana! \nLight snacks will be provided\, but please be sure to bring a reusable bottle for water! Parking in Lot 59 will be free from 8 a.m. to noon! \n  \n  \nPart of Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge 2026
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-university-earth-day-stadium-walk-2026/
LOCATION:Mountain America Stadium\, 500 E. Veterans Way\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85287\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,City Nature Challenge,Conservation and Sustainability,Expo/Festival,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Kids (6 – 8 years),Preschoolers (3 – 5 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Toddlers (up to 36 months),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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SUMMARY:Children's Museum of Phoenix: Earth Day Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Children’s Garden for fun and educational outdoor activities in celebration of Earth Day! \nWednesday\, April 22nd from 9am-1pm. \nHANDS-ON PROGRAMS INCLUDE: \n\nCompost Corner – Explore the world of worms and roly-polies and build your own compost container to learn about how composting works\nSeed Bombs – Make a wildflower seed bomb to take home and spread some nature\nBook Nook – Take a seat and read about our natural world with a fun selection of books\nCreate & Grow – Decorate a pot\, plant a sunflower seed\, and take it home to nurture\nBuild a Birdfeeder – Make your own birdfeeder out of a pipe cleaner and toasted oat cereal\nScavenger Hunt – Explore the Children’s Garden and track down everything on the list! When you’ve found all the items\, come back for a fun surprise!\nTactile Bug Table – Let your little ones explore the bug world with playdough and resin bugs\nEcosystem Art Mural – Add your print to our community mural! Help us build a beautiful ecosystem\n\nCOMMUNITY PARTNERS:\nRio Salado Audubon Center\nAZ Worm Farm\nBlack Girl Brown Girl Collective (BGBG)\nRecycle City\nChalk Artist\, Lisa Bernal Brethour (9am-12pm)\nStay tuned – more to come! \nOur Earth Day Expo is generously supported by The Ball Foundation.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/childrens-museum-of-phoenix-earth-day-expo-3/
LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Phoenix\, 215 N. 7th St.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Conservation and Sustainability,Expo/Festival,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Kids (6 – 8 years),Preschoolers (3 – 5 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Toddlers (up to 36 months),Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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SUMMARY:Reid Park Zoo: Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop!
DESCRIPTION:Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing!\nAdd a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition\, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. \nProduced by Imagine Exhibitions\, Nature POP! Made with LEGO® bricks showcases 40 brilliantly colored and amazingly created sculptures crafted exclusively with LEGO® pieces — over 800\,000 bricks to be exact! As guests wind their way through the Zoo’s scenic pathways they will encounter playful\, gravity defying masterpieces\, including a towering 7-foot polar bear mother and her cubs\, a prancing fox\, a majestic lion standing on alert\, and intricately detailed dragonfly with light filtering through its outstretched wings. \nSean Kenney\, who has been creating with LEGO bricks for over 20 years was also a former judge on the show “LEGO® Masters.” Sean’s playful works invite guests to explore how everything in nature is also interconnected in fresh\, fun\, and unexpected ways.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/reid-park-zoo-sean-kenneys-nature-pop-65/
LOCATION:Reid Park Zoo\, 3400 Zoo Court\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Engineering,Exhibit/Presentation,Field Sciences,Kids (6 – 8 years),Preschoolers (3 – 5 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Toddlers (up to 36 months),Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T104500
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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SUMMARY:Desert Foothills Library: Oh Snap! Photography Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about capturing moments\, exploring new perspectives\, or improving your camera skills? \nThe Oh Snap! Photography Club at Desert Foothills Library is a friendly and supportive community of local photographers – open to all skill levels\, from complete novices to seasoned professionals. What we do:  share and critique photos\, learn new skills\, develop a personal style and more! Bring some of your photos on a thumb drive to share at the first meeting. \nFree | Register at dfla.org | Questions\, please call 480-488-2286.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/desert-foothills-library-oh-snap-photography-club-5/
LOCATION:Desert Foothills Library\, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd.\, Cave Creek\, AZ\, 85331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Exhibit/Presentation,Technology & Computer Science,Teens (13 – 18 years)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
CREATED:20260415T123357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T123357Z
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SUMMARY:Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHikes are included with park entrance fees but are first-come\, first-serve. \nThis event is part of Outdoors250\, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event\, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/arizona-state-parks-and-trails-daily-guided-nature-hikes-at-red-rock-449/
LOCATION:Red Rock State Park\, 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd.\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
CREATED:20260415T125118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T125118Z
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SUMMARY:Maricopa County Library District: Earth Day- Presented by The City of Goodyear Water Department
DESCRIPTION:Stop by Goodyear’s Water\, Recycling\, and Environmental team’s table to say hello and discover how the City -and you as a resident- are critical in keeping our community and earth vibrant and healthy!
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/maricopa-county-library-district-earth-day-presented-by-the-city-of-goodyear-water-department/
LOCATION:MCLDAZ – Georgia T. Lord Library\, 1900 N. Civic Square\, Goodyear\, AZ\, 85395\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Conservation and Sustainability,Exhibit/Presentation,Kids (6 – 8 years),Preschoolers (3 – 5 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Toddlers (up to 36 months),Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T021758
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T122928Z
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SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: City Nature Challenge Practice Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the April 24-27 City Nature Challenge and free smartphone apps that can help you identify plants\, animals\, and more\, while helping contribute to science!  \n\nJoin Ranger Eric on a short\, easy walk between the Nature Center and the Quail Trailhead while we learn about the free iNaturalist app you can use to identify any living organism on the planet with your smartphone\, while also increasing our knowledge of where they live. If you are wanting to participate in the April 24-27 Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge\, we will have information to get you started too! This bioblitz-style competition challenges local communities to make the most observations of biodiversity in their area during this 4-day period using iNaturalist\, and then this data is available for science\, management\, and conservation. This particular City Nature Challenge will focus on the Phoenix Metro area\, including all of our Maricopa County Parks. For more info\, check out the following link: https://greaterphoenixcnc.com/ \n*If you would like to learn how to document nature observations via iNaturalist\, please download the free app at home and register an account prior to arrival. \nMEETING LOCATION: Nature Center \nGoogle Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6su7XD7hjThe5zsZ8 \nLimit 20 participants. To register\, please call the Nature Center at 602-506-2930 ext. 6 with your name\, phone number\, and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered\, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 4/20. \nApril is Citizen Science Month! Citizen Science Month 2026 is an official partner of America 250\, the campaign to celebrate the United States of America’s semi-quincentennial anniversary. Help us reach 2.50 Million Acts of Science by reporting your iNaturalist observations to SciStarter! Create an account on SciStarter.org\, an ASU research affiliate\, and add your iNat username to settings (under “Affiliation Integration”)—do this once\, and all your observations count! Why join SciStarter? Earn credit\, explore more projects\, and help measure impact! Questions? Reach out! greaterphxcnc@googlegroups.com \nPLEASE NOTE: Outdoor programs may be canceled on short notice due to severe weather\, including extreme heat events. The Maricopa County Parks website (www.maricopa.gov/parks) is the most accurate resource for verifying the program’s status. Please check the program listing online before coming to the park. \n\n  \nPart of Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge 2026
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreation-city-nature-challenge-practice-hike-3/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Regional Park\, 14805 W. Vineyard Ave.\, Goodyear\, AZ\, 85338\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,City Nature Challenge,Conservation and Sustainability,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Technology & Computer Science,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years),Workshop
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:Learn about the April 24-27 City Nature Challenge and free smartphone apps that can help you identify plants animals and more while helping contribute to science!  \n\nJoin Ranger Eric on a short easy walk between the Nature Center and the Quail Trailhead while we learn about the free iNaturalist app you can use to identify any living organism on the planet with your smartphone while also increasing our knowledge of where they live. If you are wanting to participate in the April 24-27 Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge we will have information to get you started too! This bioblitz-style competition challenges local communities to make the most observations of biodiversity in their area during this 4-day period using iNaturalist and then this data is available for science management and conservation. This particular City Nature Challenge will focus on the Phoenix Metro area including all of our Maricopa County Parks. For more info check out the following link: https://greaterphoenixcnc.com/ \n*If you would like to learn how to document nature observations via iNaturalist please download the free app at home and register an account prior to arrival. \nMEETING  Nature Center \nGoogle Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6su7XD7hjThe5zsZ8 \nLimit 20 participants. To register please call the Nature Center at 602-506-2930 ext. 6 with your name phone number and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 4/20. \nApril is Citizen Science Month! Citizen Science Month 2026 is an official partner of America 250 the campaign to celebrate the United States of America’s semi-quincentennial anniversary. Help us reach 2.50 Million Acts of Science by reporting your iNaturalist observations to SciStarter! Create an account on SciStarter.org an ASU research affiliate and add your iNat username to settings (under “Affiliation Integration”)—do this once and all your observations count! Why join SciStarter? Earn credit explore more projects and help measure impact! Questions? Reach out! greaterphxcnc@googlegroups.com \nPLEASE NOTE: Outdoor programs may be canceled on short notice due to severe weather including extreme heat events. The Maricopa County Parks website (www.maricopa.gov/parks) is the most accurate resource for verifying the program’s status. Please check the program listing online before coming to the park. \n\n  \nPart of Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge 2026;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=14805 W. Vineyard Ave.:geo:-112.3845077,33.3842532
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SUMMARY:The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering\, optical science\, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. \nLocated beneath the U of A’s football stadium\, the Mirror Lab is the birthplace of mirrors for the Giant Magellan Telescope\, a revolutionary new instrument with a 25-meter primary mirror composed of seven of our 8.4-meter segments. This next generation of telescopes will transform astronomy—probing the early universe\, revealing the formation of the first stars\, and potentially detecting signs of life on distant exoplanets. \nThe tour begins at the historic Steward Observatory\, U of A’s first research department\, established in 1917. After an introductory presentation in our iconic white-brick dome\, we’ll walk to the Mirror Lab for an up-close look at the unique processes involved—from melting glass to precision polishing and optical testing. \nJoin us and discover how the University of Arizona is shaping the future of space exploration and astronomical discovery.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/the-university-of-arizona-richard-f-caris-mirror-lab-tour-364/
LOCATION:The University of Arizona Steward Observatory\, 933 N. Cherry Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chemistry & Physics,Engineering,Space & Astronomy,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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SUMMARY:The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering\, optical science\, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. \nLocated beneath the U of A’s football stadium\, the Mirror Lab is the birthplace of mirrors for the Giant Magellan Telescope\, a revolutionary new instrument with a 25-meter primary mirror composed of seven of our 8.4-meter segments. This next generation of telescopes will transform astronomy—probing the early universe\, revealing the formation of the first stars\, and potentially detecting signs of life on distant exoplanets. \nThe tour begins at the historic Steward Observatory\, U of A’s first research department\, established in 1917. After an introductory presentation in our iconic white-brick dome\, we’ll walk to the Mirror Lab for an up-close look at the unique processes involved—from melting glass to precision polishing and optical testing. \nJoin us and discover how the University of Arizona is shaping the future of space exploration and astronomical discovery.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/the-university-of-arizona-richard-f-caris-mirror-lab-tour-363/
LOCATION:The University of Arizona Steward Observatory\, 933 N. Cherry Ave.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Chemistry & Physics,Engineering,Space & Astronomy,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T160000
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SUMMARY:Maricopa County Library District: Earth Day Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate Earth Day with us. \nWe will learn some gardening techniques. Plant a sunflower seed in a pot for you to take home. All materials provided
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/maricopa-county-library-district-earth-day-celebration-3/
LOCATION:MCLDAZ – Guadalupe Library\, 9241 S. Avenida Del Yaqui\, Guadalupe\, AZ\, 85283\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Kids (6 – 8 years),Preschoolers (3 – 5 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Toddlers (up to 36 months),Tweens (9 – 12 years),Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T170000
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SUMMARY:City of Chandler: Sow You Want to Start a Garden
DESCRIPTION:Start your very own garden! \nLearn the basics like soil health\, watering\, the best plant varieties for the desert\, and how to cultivate your plants from seed to harvest. \n16+ years
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/city-of-chandler-sow-you-want-to-start-a-garden-3/
LOCATION:Chandler Nature Center\, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd.\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85249\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Teens (13 – 18 years),Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260423T090000
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SUMMARY:Rio Salado Audubon Center: Thursday Guided Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful and mindful walk through the Rio Salado habitat. \nTogether\, we’ll explore the trails\, enjoy the sights and sounds of nature\, and observe the wildlife that calls this area home. These calm\, mindful walks are designed to be accessible and welcoming for all. Please reach out with any accessibility needs so we can ensure a comfortable experience for everyone. \n  \nWhat to Know Before You Go:\n\nBring water and wear sunscreen and shoes for walking.\nBinoculars and field guides are available to borrow.\nPlease meet inside the Center at least 5–10 minutes prior.\nRestroom facilities will be available for use at the center.\nThis event is FREE\, although donations to support educational programs are always appreciated.\n\nFor more information\, please contact Rio Salado Audubon Center at riosalado@audubon.org or call 602-468-6470.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/rio-salado-audubon-center-thursday-guided-nature-walk-3/
LOCATION:Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center\, 3131 S. Central Ave.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Kids (6 – 8 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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