Come on down and meet Ranger Olivia at the Discovery Center to learn more about the fascinating world around you – the Sonoran Desert. Are you visiting Arizona on vacation? Or have you recently moved to the Valley of Sun? Or perhaps you just want to learn more about the desert you live in? Then...
Join us on a celestial journey with our brand-new program at the park with Ranger Jacque, featuring a tranquil hike, telescope moon viewing, and stories of the night sky. Discover the magic of the celestial realm on this combination program, starting with a leisurely one-mile walk, immersing you in the natural beauty as the sun...
Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. Date- Every Monday from...
Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. Date- Every Monday from 4/1/24-10/28/24 Time – April 7:00am-9:00am May-Oct 6:00am-8:00am Location – Park at Castle Hot Springs dirt lot near the entry station. Meet with Park Assistant Doug...
Age at least 5 yrs but less than 13 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM During our Nature Camp, kids will explore the natural world through fun games, activities, experiments, hikes, crafts, and more! Before the first day of camp, please make sure your ePACT is filled...
Grades 3 & 4: Build a Zoo Habitat How does the Phoenix Zoo design homes for animals? Campers will learn all about how to build an exhibit in the Zoo,...
Grades 5 & 6: Conservation Designers Did you know there are animals at the Zoo that guests don’t get to see? Join us this week as we explore the Phoenix Zoo’s work in conserving species native to Arizona. Campers will learn all about conservation projects at the Zoo, and then design a conservation plan for...
June 17 - 21 Ages 10 - 13 years There are summer camps…. and then there is Highlands Center Summer Nature Camp! Sign your camper up for one week outside exploring, completing challenges, crafting, building, journaling, and making friends. Campers won’t just be in the forest, they will experience the forest in a whole new way. They will learn...
June 17-21 Ages 6 - 10 years There are summer camps…. and then there is Highlands Center Summer Nature Camp! Sign your camper up for one week outside exploring, completing...
Age at least 6 yrs but less than 10 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 8:30 AM - Noon Nature inspires art. In this camp, we will use natural materials to make beautiful crafts and express our creativity. Work with clay, make your own paintbrush, tie dye, and more! All Riparian camps...
Age at least 5 yrs but less than 13 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 8:30 AM - Noon Exception date(s): 19 Jun 2024 Dream it, build it, wreck it, repeat in LEGO®-inspired summer camps! Explore the worlds of Super Heroes, Dinosaurs, Minecraft, Batman and more in Bricks 4 Kidz themed classes....
Week 3: June 17 - 21 Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary Zoo Camp is a great way for children ages 6 - 12 to learn more about animals, get experience behind-the-scenes at the zoo, get up close and personal with their favorite animals, make fun crafts, play exciting animal-themed games, make new friends and have a...
Week 3: June 17 - 21 Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary Zoo Camp is a great way for children ages 6 - 12 to learn more about animals, get experience behind-the-scenes at the zoo, get up close and personal with their favorite animals, make fun crafts, play exciting animal-themed games, make new friends and have a...
Ages 6 - 11 Let your imagination run wild in our series of 5-day camp sessions that spark curiosity in science through hands-on interactive programs that incorporate learning through high-energy...
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior rangers who are able to explore a fossil bed and discover brachiopods, sponges, and other marine creatures preserved here in limestone for millions of years....
Plant, nurture, and grow! Our gardening camp cultivates green thumbs through hands-on gardening, composting, and water harvesting. From vegetable patches to pollinator gardens, kids learn sustainability while connecting with nature....
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of video game programming! Have you ever wanted to create your own video game? In this camp, students will learn about how video games are made, then they will get the chance to put their programming skills to the test by creating their very own games using...
Age at least 9 yrs but less than 13 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 9:00 AM - Noon DroneTogether is bringing an exhilarating and innovative enrichment opportunity to Gilbert this summer. Come have fun spending time in one of the fastest-growing spaces in technology - drone flying. All flying abilities are...
Age at least 7 yrs but less than 12 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 9:00 AM - Noon Build and take home your very own Solar Space Fleet Robot! The Solar Space Fleet Kit is an innovative solar powered science kit that can transform into six different lunar modules. Using your...
Age at least 8 yrs but less than 13 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9:00 AM - Noon Enter the scientific community...
For the 2024 summer camp season, Reid Park Zoo is offering week-long camp sessions for campers going into grades 1-5*. Each camp will include animal ambassador encounters, behind-the-scenes opportunities, games, and hands-on activities that highlight the following grade-specific topics: Grades 3-5: Animal Relationships Campers will focus on different kinds of relationships in nature, from animal...
Grades 5 - 6 Let your imagination run wild in our series of 5-day camp sessions that spark curiosity in science through hands-on interactive programs that incorporate learning through high-energy...
Grades 1 - 6 Let your imagination run wild in our series of 5-day camp sessions that spark curiosity in science through hands-on interactive programs that incorporate learning through high-energy challenges, building, and design. CAMP INNOVATION is sure to inspire, educate and engage your curious mind through hands-on science. Space is limited and pre-registration is required...
$1,999 | Ages 8+ 3-Day Sessions | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 2024 Sessions June 17-19 Registration Closes 8 Weeks in Advance of Each Session This 3-day Creator Course will allow Makers to build their own Prusa Mini 3D Printer, create a 3D-printed object, learn preventative maintenance, and explore tips and tricks from our experts...
The Sonoran Desert has been inhabited by humans for nearly 8000 years. Join us at the Tucson Mountain District Red Hills Visitor Center in the theater to learn about several desert plants that helped sustain human life over that time. Free with Park Fee
The Sonoran Desert has been inhabited by humans for nearly 8000 years. Join us at the Tucson Mountain District Red Hills Visitor Center in the theater to learn about several desert plants that helped sustain human life over that time. Free with Park Fee
Hop in your car and follow a ranger along the Cactus Forest Loop Drive with stops along the way to experience and learn about the Sonoran Desert. Accessible program. Please meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center at 3693 S Old Spanish Trail. Free with Park Fee
The Earth’s rain forests are some of the most diverse biomes on the planet. Learn about some of the incredible creatures that call these places home by making a mini...
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!...
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it...
Age at least 7 yrs but less than 12 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM Come join an exciting world of space exploration as you build and take home your very own Solar System Kit! You will assemble your own model, learn all about our planetary neighborhood,...
Age at least 7 yrs but less than 12 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM Come join an exciting world of space exploration as you build and take home your very own Solar System Kit! You will assemble your own model, learn all about our planetary neighborhood,...
Age at least 6 yrs but less than 14 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 20, 2024 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM Teach your LEGO bricks new tricks in this exciting LEGO Engineering camp! We will learn about the Engineering Design Process to design engineering solutions to common problems and make...
Age at least 6 yrs but less than 14 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 20, 2024 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM Teach your LEGO bricks...
Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the 1000-year-old petroglyphs, a 1930’s CCC project, and the historic Gould Mine site developed in 1906. Wheelchair accessible. ...
Welcome homeschoolers! Our monthly program is geared for elementary and middle school students and their families. In June, we will be sewing. Bring your old favorite t-shirt to make into a new favorite pillow! We will have no new book title this month.
Embark on a coding adventure! Our camp immerses 2nd-5th graders in block coding, blending fun and learning. Through gamified experiences, kids grasp basic coding principles using text-based block languages. Join us to spark creativity, fun, and innovation!” Dates: June 17-21 Time: 1-4 PM Class Fee: $85 Intended Audience: 2nd-6th grade students Instructor: Kelsie Murphy, Tynkertopia STEAM...
Age at least 7 yrs but less than 14 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM In this camp, your animal lover will create their own animal-inspired robotic models. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, simple machines, and programming as they build insects, dolphins, gorillas, and much...
Age at least 5 yrs but less than 13 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Calling all ocean explorers! Dive into the ocean deep to discover the weird and wonderful things that lie beneath the waves. Throughout the week, campers will learn about oceanography by exploring...
Age at least 5 yrs but less than 13 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Weekdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Welcome to STEAMwarts Academy of Wizards, Spells and Potions! You’ll design your own wand and wizarding gear and be sorted into your perfect STEAM house. You'll take on a full load of...
Age at least 8 yrs but less than 12 yrs Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Every child can...
We're going to make some rockets to shoot off and learn some rocket science along the way. Youth ages 7 -16.
This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types...
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 3 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn...
Ages 6 - 11 Are you a LEGO Master? Join us for some build time while you complete our monthly challenge by yourself or with some friends. We'll finish each session with an opportunity to present your build to the group.
Join us at the library to play Minecraft! We will collaborate on building projects and compete in friendly challenges. Space is limited, so registration is recommended.
Designed for students going into 7th, 8th, or 9th grade in the fall, this year at middle school camp, students will learn how to navigate the night sky. Campers will be able to operate telescopes and other scientific instruments to aid in their mission. Other activities will include hiking, drawing, playing games, and more. If...
Discover pivotal stories of survival, perseverance, and developing threats centered on Grand Canyon’s diverse cultural and natural resources. Meet the ranger at 4:30 pm at the Village Amphitheater, in the...
For ages 10 - 18. Registration is required. Learn how to create two types of robots using batteries, LEDs, wires, and rubber bands. One robot will focus on motion, and the other will focus on circuits. After building the robots, decorate them to look like bugs! All materials will be provided.
Join a ranger to explore the complex layers of Grand Canyon’s history, ecology, geology, and more during this 30 to 45-minute program. Free with Park Fee
Come join us to learn about the night sky, followed by a short walk to the observatory to take a look at all the amazing things you learned about! Registration...
Learn about the science, mythology, and history of the constellations through a laser-guided constellation talk, all under one the darkest night skies in the United States! Location: South Rim - Grand...