rip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 3 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
Visit Agua Caliente Park, a birding hotspot in Pima County. Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. DIRECTIONS:...
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along...
Trip difficulty: Moderate difficulty. We will start on a paved road, which eventually turns into a trail ending at Ski Valley.. The walk is at approx. 7500 ft elevation, at...
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the profound and evolving relationship between art, ecology, and the unique landscape of the Colorado Plateau. Set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at...
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...
Ever wanted to explore the wilderness and get out there but not sure how to start? Bring along your lunch or snack to this indoor/outdoor presentation and learn how to...
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Northern Arizona Educators: Please join us at the Museum! Explore MNA galleries and exhibits, check out our field trip activities, touch tables, and school tour funding opportunities. We can’t wait...
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. Ages...
This class is a great introduction to watercolor. We will explore the desert beauty, Penstemon as our subject but with a relaxed and creative approach. In the first 30 min...
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set while also learning...
Relax and paint a serene landscape while learning simple, beginner-friendly techniques for creating peaceful scenes. Once your painting is complete, finish your masterpiece with a tree-themed frame to give it...
Come enjoy a pint at Mother Road Brewing Company on the third Wednesday of each month and support the Arb while hearing about the latest research in the biological sciences!
It's Bug Night at Jewel of the Creek Preserve! We're exploring the desert after dark, with a special focus on our smaller insect friends. Search for moths, scorpions, tarantulas, and...