Meet at the park’s Nature Center. Join us in removing invasive species and reducing wildfire risk in our parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and...
Every second Thursday of the month, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM At Mission Garden, meet at the front gate FREE Walk around beautiful Mission Garden with one of the garden's...
Northern Arizona is home to the world’s largest continuous stand of ponderosa pine forest, and the import and impact of its valuable timber is deeply woven into the region’s history....
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to...
Welcome! Join us for a guided adventure in the beautiful McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We have something for everyone. The Conservancy relies on the generosity of donors to support our conservation...
Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is...
Do you like tiny geckos and huge iguanas? What about legless lizards? Spend the day with lizards of all shapes and sizes in Lizard Day Camp! Lizards are such a...
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. You might even find some dino-themed items to build with for Dinosaur Month!
Enjoy Dinosaur Month at our Star Bar on the 2nd floor! Play with DINO tiles to mix and match heads & tails!
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike and mine tour which features a fascinating glimpse into Arizona’s past. Join Ranger Olivia for a roughly 1.8-mile round-trip hike to the Clay Mine,...
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...
Participants will meet outside on Civic Plaza to create customized maps using various drawing materials detailing their real and imagined favorite places, daily journeys, and life histories! Inspired by the...
Put on your swimsuit, OdySea Aquarium wetsuit and SeaTREK helmet and get ready to dive in! Our certified guides will take you deep into one of our largest underwater environments...
This program invites 3-5-year-olds and their caregivers to explore the exciting world of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. *Spots and supplies are limited!* 03/13 - Butterflies: Learn about the...
Join us in the fight to protect our precious desert pollinators and learn what you can do to be a better friend to butterflies and their allies! Come meet Ranger...
Many people do not realize that there is a working amethyst mine located in the Four Peaks region that can be seen from the museum. Mine owner Kurt Cavano will...
Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to birding in one of Arizona’s premiere birding locations. Enjoy a roughly 2-mile walk on the Palm Lake, Mesquite Meander, Lions, and Willow Walkway...
Hey Kids, Tweens, and Teens! Learn to take nature photography with Parks in Focus using digital cameras. No need to bring your own camera. Cameras will be provided for you during the...
Join us at MACH1 for Thursday Maker Hour: Paper Ocean Village! This month, our Maker Focus is Under the Sea. Join us to use paper, scissors, glue, and other craft...
Watch peak vulture and raptor migration from the pedestrian bridge over the Hassayampa River in Wickenburg at this free, family-friendly event! Did you know that Wickenburg is situated along a...
What would you pack if you had to leave home in a hurry? Join us for a fun, interactive program where kids and families learn how to prepare for emergencies...