Look for desert and migratory birds with Ranger Eric! Learn about birds of Sonoran Desert and migrant water birds on this walk with Ranger Eric. We will first meet at the Wild Burro Day Use Area, then caravan a short distance up Desert Tortoise Rd. or Two Cow Rd. where we can scan the lake...
January 25- Thursday, 8:00 am – Lakeside Park Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are...
The Superstition Mountains' mysterious history and natural wonder draws in visitors from around the world! On this desert adventure, you'll visit scenic viewpoints of the Superstition Mountains, Goldfield Ghost Town, the Superstition Mountain Museum, and other notable points along the famous Apache Trail. Transportation included; lunch at Tortilla Flats and add-on admissions or entertainment fees...
We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Museum Admission
This hike covers some beautiful areas of the eastern Preserve with some of the most impressive saguaro stands in the Preserve. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~4.5 miles Time: ~3 hours Pets are not permitted at our activities due to safety concerns. If you would like to request an accommodation for your service...
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
Join a ranger at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center at our back patio to learn about the wildlife found at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Topics may include javalina, gila monsters, cougars, and more! Free with Park Fee
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a 1 hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or American Indian use of plants and animals. Program...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Let your interest reach new heights and join us for a hike through the heart of the cactus forest, getting to know the giant cactus. Hike will up to 2 miles round trip on a flat trail. Bring sun protection and water. Hiking boots are recommended. Free with Park Fee
Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Join us for a Walk in the Gardens and get an intimate look at the plants and animals that call Tohono Chul home. During this guided tour, you’ll hear about desert wildlife and learn how to identify some of...
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! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Free with Park Fee
Follow the predator/prey trail and explore a tangled food web Eco-Stations at the Overlook These touch carts, staffed by Docents, feature hands-on Sonoran Desert learning opportunities for visitors of all ages. Stocked with everything from binoculars and hand lenses to mounted specimens and scientific models, and supplemented with an amazing array of feathers, bones,...
Join Ranger Eric for a moderate hike up to Yavapai Point and back, with spectacular scenery along the way! Join Ranger Eric on a 1.8-mile one-way hike up the Yavapai Point Trail where we will be able to take in stunning views of the Sonoran Desert and Lake Pleasant, as well as talk about the...
Join us for a surprise program. Topics change daily. Come curious, leave inspired! Program may include a walk to Mather Point or along the Canyon Rim Trail. Program duration: 30 minutes. Presented daily. We all have our favorites - favorite restaurants, favorite music, favorite parks. Join a ranger, or a park volunteer, for a program...
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...
Come learn about our friendly neighbor GIANT FREAKING SPIDERS with Ranger Shaun! Ranger Shaun has come out to talk about big cuddly....spiders. Come learn about some of our native tarantulas! See these charming animals up close and learn why they really aren’t scary at all! NO Registration Required! Just crawl on over! Free with Park...
Come join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program. Free with Park Fee
Join a ranger on the back patio of the Kris Eggle Visitor Center to discover more about Organ Pipe Cactus' fascinating cultural or geological history, ecology, wildlife or other fun topics! Free with Park Fee
Follow an insect's life journey as you become immersed in a miniature world where a leaf weighs as much as a car and one raindrop quenches the largest thirst. This is an IMAX show reformatted for the planetarium dome. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Entomology, life cycles, insect diversity Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live...
Join Ranger Kevin for a look at our fascinating desert denizens: rattlesnakes. Come to the Nature Center and meet Ranger Kevin from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. The theme is Rattlesnakes, so bring your...
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up to...
Meeting of the Verde Valley Chapter of the Arizona Arhaeology Society.
Did you make it your New Year’s Resolution to get more connected to nature? Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to Silent Walking and Sit Spots. Make it your New Year’s resolution to get connected with nature! Join Ranger Kevin as we learn how to make - or strengthen - our connection with nature through...
Join us at MACH1 for Thursday Maker Hour: This month we're exploring Paleontology. Want to learn to 3D model your own dinosaur? Join us this week to learn the basics of 3D modeling and design a dynamic dinosaur using Tinkercad, an online 3D modeling site. Once you are done with your design, learn the ins and outs...
Climb a half-mile up the Tanque Verde Ridge to enjoy a desert sunset with a ranger guide. Expect rocky terrain and beautiful views. Free with Park Fee
Join a ranger at the Twin Peaks Campground Amphitheater to discover more about the amazing Sonoran Desert! Topics may including cultural history, wildlife, cacti, restoration projects, and more! Free with Park Fee
Start your very own garden! Learn the basics like soil health, watering, the best plant varieties for the desert, and how to cultivate your plants from seed to harvest.
Join Ranger Kevin for a beautiful desert evening hike. Come join Ranger Kevin as we hike roughly 2 miles on the Hilltop and Tortoise trails under a winter full moon. Trails are rated easy, with little loose rock and uneven terrain (Hilltop does have 76’ of elevation gain). Animals we may encounter on this evening...
The spring gardening season is short, but spring is the best time to grow many of our favorite crops. Learn more about what to plant and how to take advantage of this beautiful gardening season in Arizona. This program is co-sponsored by Mesa Public Library and Mesa Urban Garden*. *Recently designated as a People's Garden through a...
Bring a piece of the ecosystem into your home by creating a terrarium mini garden. Learn how to maintain your mini garden indoors as if it were surviving outside. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. For ages 10-18. All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by...