Trip difficulty: Easy. About a mile on flat surfaces. Trip duration about 2 hours. Water, benches, shade, and bathrooms on site. We’ll meander around this urban park looking for hidden gems...
A trip for beginning or visiting birders who want to learn about Sonoran Desert birds that favor mesquite bosques – a once prevalent but now threatened habitat. We’ll explore the...
Join Ranger Jacque on a strenuous uphill hike to Wind Cave and take in the views of the mountains and the city. We will hike the Wind Cave Trail with...
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. It’s World Migratory Bird Day and eBird Global Big Day, as well...
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...
In the “Placita” outside Mission Garden’s kitchen FREE and open to the public, for all ages Friday and Saturday May 9 and 10 Come by any time between 8am-10am on...
Every desert dweller knows that there’s nothing more breathtaking than the Spring bloom! Take advantage of this extraordinary chance to see live wildflowers and learn how to identify them and...
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary hosts breakfasts each year with the zoo's most iconic animals! "Breakfast with the Animals" includes a light breakfast in front of the spotlight animal, a special...
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open...
The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED learning course is designed for individuals who need a certification that satisfies the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), workplace, and other requirements. It...
Discover the science soaring above you! From the local cactus wren to the tropical parrot, investigate the brilliant lives of birds. Meet local teens who created a video game to...
It’s MAY-KER Month, and we’ve crafted an exciting line-up of interactive programs where young innovators can build, create, and explore all month long!
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
Stop by the Art Studio and create an origami flower card for that special person in your life!
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,...
STEM Challenges for kids 6-12. Meet the challenge and get a free book!
Museum opens at 9:00 am for event check-in; the ARIZONA GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ begins at 10:00 am. The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the...
Learn what you can make with a 3D printer! In this introductory workshop we will choose cute small animals to print. Acrylic paint and brushes will be available to paint your 3d...
Teen Musician Mechanics takes place on Saturdays at 10:00 am in Camp Verde Community Library's Teen Library. TMM will be focused on the nuts-and-bolts side of musical instruments, in a literal sense: repairing,...
Join Ranger Olivia on National Cactus Day to learn more about the cacti that live in the desert. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! In...
Ranger Jacque gives a beginner’s glimpse into the birding world with an indoor presentation on birding, followed by outdoor application on the viewing deck! And because it’s World Migratory Bird...
Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every...
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...
Drop into the museum during any open hours and enjoy monthly themed activities! We’ll provide the supplies and simple instructions that prompt kids to explore a variety of subjects. Location:...
Add woodworking to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! Makers will dive into hand tool woodworking by learning how to use a hand saw, drill and other tools during...
Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a...
Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.
Would you like to raise earthworms? Handle live red wrigglers, read cool worm stories, and come up with fun wormy words. Then construct worm bins out of re-purposed materials. Take...
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...
Immerse in a lush 3D environment while flying through Space. Learn about the cutting edge of Exploration. Scientist see light across a spectrum far broader than visible light. What can...
Want to sew? Want to learn to sew? Join us! Learn to sew and come and enjoy sewing with others. Projects are prepared for those who wish to learn to...
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...
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...
Explore the world of LEGO with us every Saturday from 2-3pm. Children of all ages are welcome!
Let’s play with LEGOS! Every Saturday you can build something new. Show off your creativity and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) skills and have tons of fun! ¡Juguemos con LEGOS! Cada sábado...
Did you know that you can help real-world scientists by contributing to Citizen Science? Join SciStarter Ambassadors at Citizen Science 101: Science Near Me, as we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of...
Add woodworking to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! Makers will dive into hand tool woodworking by learning how to use a hand saw, drill and other tools during...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in...
Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public...
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...
Kartchner Caverns invites you to join us for a walk in the park as we uncover and learn about some of the 13 different neighboring bat species in the park. We will use bat detectors while on...