Please note that for all Wednesday Sweetwater walks in June, we will be leading two walks of 15 participants each, both starting at 6:00 AM. Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
Start your day right with Ranger Jacque on this morning nature hike! Come with Ranger Jacque out to the park for a two-mile hike on Moonlight and Stargazer trails, rated...
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....
Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. 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...
Guinea Pigs raised domestically make interesting pets, but require close attention to their health needs. Get the information and advice you need to take good care of your Guinea Pigs. Los conejillos de indias criados en el hogar son mascotas interesantes, pero requieren una atención especial a sus necesidades de salud. Obtenga la información...
Curious about cacti? Come to Jacque's ranger table with your questions; find answers, displays, and visual identification tips. Cacti are curious plants, known for their dangerous defenses and iconic stature in the Sonoran Desert. Yet they are more than survivors of intense heat and drought, providing real estate to desert dwellers, boasting inherent medicinal value,...
Misunderstood, maligned, and nearly eradicated by settlers, the mountain lion remains shrouded in myth and mystery. Join a Park Naturalist for this entertaining and enlightening program, and discover the facts that...
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!...
Drop by Dewey-Humboldt Town Library (Main Floor) every Wednesday for your favorite STEM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, KEGIs, and more!
This club is for all of our inspired builders and creators. Kids just like you! We will meet the first and last Wednesday in June!
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.
Ages 5 - 12 Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities from painting and crafting to building and robotics.
(ages 10-14 / 90 min) Explore science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts hands-on. STEM areas of focus will differ each week.
Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores asteroids, comets, and meteors. Viewers will embark on a dynamic journey and get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect...
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...
Pima County Natural Resources Parks & Recreation staff will help kids of all ages discover clues in nature! Space is limited and tickets will be available ½ hour before the program. Presented by Pima County Natural Resources Parks & Recreation.
Do you love arts & crafts, games, and STEAM-centered fun? Join us each week for Create Club and enjoy hands-on activities that will ignite your imagination! Ideal for school-aged children but...
Art (in) Real Time. Discover in depth, the long lost "A" in S.T.E.A.M.! Join us for monthly sessions as we explore and learn about new and different forms of art each month. For the month of June, we will be using natural materials found from a walk around the library to create a unique and natural...
Explore the fascinating world of dogs with our interactive program series, "Canine Culture." Geared toward ages 6 and up, each event focuses on different aspects of dogs, from basic training and canine health to art activities and book recommendations. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays for informative presentations and exciting demonstrations. Discover the...
In Ms. Laurie's coding adventure, kids will embark on an exciting journey to program a robot through a maze. They'll put their coding skills to the test as they guide the robot to the end. There may even be prizes for participation. :)
Come and join us for a wonderful hour of relaxing free build. Let your imaginations soar! LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. LEGO Club helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Club Lego ¡Los LEGOs son divertidos para toda la familia!...
Can you imagine an eco-city of the future? Join MACH1 to create a mini diorama of an eco-city of the future inspired by the Future City Competition! Learn about engineering, urban planning, sustainability and more in this hands-on workshop. This is a walk-in program for kids and teens ages 9-17 and their families.
Ages 5 - 12 Block Party is going to look a little different! Join us for some new challenges, new materials, but the same fun! Wednesdays, 4 pm
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...
Learn about local geology by studying earth’s formation. Inspire magic and kindness by writing an enchanted message on a painted stone! First come first serve, while supplies last. Aprende sobre geología local estudiando la formación de la tierra. Inspira magia y generosidad escribiendo un mensaje encantado en una piedra pintada. Por orden de llegada, hasta agotar existencia.
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 Historic District, along the Canyon Rim Trail, between Thunderbird and Kachina Lodges. Free with Park Fee
Interested in 3D printers? Want to try a drum set or the keyboard? Come hang out in the teen center to get creative, hang out, and have fun!
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 prior to sunset and accommodates up to...
njoy an evening of sewing fun, no matter your experience level. Sewing machines and materials provided. Great for beginner or parents and children to do together. Ages 10+
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
All ages Jun 26, 2024 Wed 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Explore the nocturnal world of bats, beginning with an introduction to their diversity, biology, and conservation. The group will then set off on a casual stroll with bat detectors to determine which species are flying over head. For the safety and comfort of...
Astronomy Night - Constellations Over the Canyon 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! Time: 9:00 pm (allow 1 hour) Location: South Rim - Grand Canyon Visitor Center Theater Free with Park Fee