Mix science with sweetness at Edible Experiments Camp! With special Guest and home chef, Edible Ed, campers will discover the delicious science behind food and candy through hands-on experiments, edible creations, and tasty challenges. From melting and tempering chocolate to exploring chemistry in the kitchen, students will learn how science transforms simple ingredients into amazing...
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
Some bugs camouflage. Some jump. Some fly. Every bug has special traits that help it survive. Put your imagination to work as you design your very own bug and decide what amazing adaptations it will need to thrive. Special thanks to ACE for sponsoring this program! Ages 3 - 12
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
Hike amidst majestic saguaros and scenic mountain vistas at the most beautiful time of day. Join Ranger Kevin for a leisurely hike along the Slate trail during the last hour of sunlight and watch another glorious Arizona sunset take a bow. The hike is about 1.5 miles on a mostly easy segment of Slate, so...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...
Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. Possibilities include planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters! We’ll also identify some major constellations with a laser pointer, and hear stories connected to them. Bring your sky-related questions! Family friendly program. There is no seating provided, so bring your own chairs...