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. Visitors can trace the story of the region’s forests, from the ancestral environmental care practices of the region’s Indigenous communities to the founding of the...
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, site of a fortune made not of gold, but of snake oil. Program features a tour of the mine itself. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes...
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...
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 in this truly immersive experience where you’ll be surrounded by thousands of colorful and curious marine life from the Indo-Pacific region of the world. WHAT YOU...
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 life cycle of a butterfly and create the life cycle with pasta.
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 be sharing the history of this mine and his adventures while working it. Kurt is the owner of the Arizona Four Peaks Amethyst Mine. He...
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 trails. We’ll cover birding basics, from tools and equipment to bird identification tips and strategies. Trails are rated easy, although thick sand is possible in...
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 program. Please register online, in-person at the Quincie Douglas reference desk or call (520) 594-5335. Parks in Focus
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 supplies to create mini paper houses and shops for a collaborative Aquatic village. We will use coral, shells, and other ocean life as inspiration to...
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 major migration route for vultures and hawks? Witness the amazing spectacle of hundreds of migrating turkey vultures flying in to roost in the tallest trees...
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...