oin NAU's Apex, Arizona Archaeology Project for a guided tour of a Depression-era logging camp along the Grand Canyon Railway and learn about historical archaeology in Arizona. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. The Tour will be outside of Tusayan, Arizona, but we will arrange a meeting place in Flagstaff. Reservations are required. Location: Meeting...
Join us for Appreciation Day and view the best-preserved meteorite impact site on Earth! This breathtaking phenomenon is the result of a powerful collision between our planet and an asteroid traveling 26,000 miles per hour. The historic event occurred over 50,000 years ago, so woolly mammoths native to this region would have observed the astonishing...
The North American Monsoon is spectacular, dangerous, beautiful, and full of surprises. Photographers and storm chasers frequently come to the Southwest to photograph and experience some of the most beautiful storms in the world, over spectacular landscapes. This presentation will showcase the photographs, science, and adventure of chasing the monsoon in the American Southwest. Webinar...
Join us for Appreciation Day and take a full-rim tour of the best-preserved meteorite impact site on Earth! This breathtaking phenomenon is the result of a powerful collision between our planet and an asteroid traveling 26,000 miles per hour. The historic event occurred over 50,000 years ago, so woolly mammoths native to this region would...
Does your child dream of becoming a Zoo veterinarian? Your child will travel behind-the-scenes to the Zoo’s Animal Health Center for a day in the life of a Zoo Vet experience. Participants will utilize the Freeport-McMoRan Education Gallery to view the surgery, treatment, and pharmacy rooms of the Animal Health Center. They’ll experience first-hand the...
The Rogers Lake Community Forest will be the first community forest in the Southwest. The community forest will support conservation, education, and sustainable recreation. The activity will explain the function and purpose of the community forest and the significance of the land. It will be a guided hike on the land, with education from staff...
Life of a raptor is hard, some play the game better than others. The Saker Falcon is one species that is losing the game. Come play the game of life as a raptor and find out if you win. Learn about the endangered Saker Falcon and meet Enedina, IRFC's Saker Falcon, up close! ...
Explore interactive displays and activities related to geology, geography, biology, hydrology, planetary science, and mapping! Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October 1, 2023! The Festival features 10-days of engaging events and programs, all...
Join retired Kaibab National Forest archaeologist and Willow Bend Board Member Neil Weintraub for a 1.5 mile round trip hike to the Keyhole Sink Native American petroglyphs that are about 1000 years ago. Along the way you will learn about the forest's rich cultural history and about the importance of ongoing forest restoration treatments. Bring...