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...
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters /...
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Come and celebrate National Aviation Day! During this program children will learn about the history of planes and why Aviation Day is celebrated. Afterward, kids will create a powerful flying origami paper plane and learn the physics behind why it flies with so much strength. First come first serve, while supplies last.
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...
Join us for an afternoon filled with creativity, fun, and lots of LEGOs!
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.
Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.
Kids are invited to the library to learn how to make their own relaxing spa items. We’ll make homemade bath fizzies, lip balm, and bubble bath. All materials provided as they last. This program is for youth ages 5-12 (with help from a grown-up). REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Register here.
Join Ranger Kevin for an evening hike under the moon and stars. Come enjoy the sublime experience of a summer hike through a desert landscape silvered by moonlight. This hike along parts of the Mule Deer, Bajada and Goat Camp trails is roughly 3 miles and is rated easy-moderate, so expect some loose rock, uneven...
Zoo By Moonlight is an evening event held at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary from May through September. It provides a great opportunity to see the Sanctuary's nocturnal residents. Enjoy our Clouded Leopards, wolves, coyotes and much more by the light of the full moon. It's a howling good time! Don't forget to bring your flashlights, your curiosity...
Spend the night exploring Veterans Oasis Park after dark. You'll discover the sights and sounds of nocturnal wildlife, observe the full moon, and talk astronomy as you hike the park. Bring your flashlight or UV light to hunt for fluorescent arachnids. Participants will meet at Red Tail Hawk pavilion. Ages 8+