Within the city of Tucson, the Chuck Huckelberry Loop follows major drainages and passes by and through many of the city’s parks and habitats. Accordingly there are several “hot spots”...
Join us for a guided walk through the Cactus Garden where you’ll explore the fascinating natural history of the Sonoran Desert! Wheelchair accessible. All Ages
Join us for a casual walk and talk through our ethnobotanical garden to learn some sharp facts about the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest flower,...
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...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons,...
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...
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to...
Discover the region’s prehistoric and modern Native American cultures with a visit to the famed Heard Museum. Founded in 1929 with little recognition, the museum now offers 12 galleries and...
Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger talk. Meet at the amphitheater seating are, located 100 yards from the visitor center along the loop trail. Ages 6+
Join Butterfly Wonderland for a magical adventure in the Butterfly Theater! Dive deep into the rainforest with a Story Time session, featuring captivating tales about butterflies and other rainforest critters....
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology...
Join us for a roaring good time at our summer T-Rex Tea Party! This playful program combines the charm of a traditional tea party with the excitement of dinosaurs. Enjoy...
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to...
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care...
The ongoing Colorado River negotiations, currently set to be completed by October 2026, have the potential to carry significant impacts for Colorado River-dependent communities across the Southwestern US and Northern...
A disgruntled employee has set a computer virus loose! Can you shut it down in 20 minutes before the dinosaurs are set loose? Ages 6 - 12
Christmas in July, but with a Jurassic Era twist. Everything you love about Christmas, dinosaurs, and summer all in one! Highlights include: create a name tag with your dinosaur name,...
Chip away at a “dinosaur egg” to discover the dinosaur within! (ages 6-11 / 45 min)
Learn about how fossils are formed in geological layers, and create a colorful fossil layer diorama with kinetic sand! Presentation from a local Geology expert and some real fossils to look at....
Join a Park Ranger at the Carl Hayden Visitor Center for a quick presentation about Glen Canyon. Topics vary. Programs are located inside the Carl Hayden Visitor Center at Glen...
Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The...
July 16- LEGO Dinosaurs Ages 6 - 17
Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace and learn the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad, a free online 3D modeling site. 3D Modeling skills can be applied to video game...
Crazy Socks & Dino rocks at the Library! Summer Spirit Day: Crazy Sock Day-come wearing your craziest socks and something you can paint in for a fun, messy & creative time! Decorate...
Build dinosaurs! Learn science facts! See dinosaurs in real scale! Ages 12 - 18
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and...
Pinal County parks and trails host a program. All Ages
Explore nature and STEAM through hands-on adventures filled with fun experiments and creative projects. First come, first served. Supplies limited to 24 participants. Thursdays from 4-5pm Ages 6 - 12
Try to create your very own hummingbird feeder! No experience needed — just bring your creativity and enjoy a little nature-inspired making. Hang it in your garden or balcony and...
New this summer! Twelve light installations now on view at Garden After Dark throughout the Garden trails. This brand-new shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with...
This is a 60-minute guided hike to the Hanging Garden site just south of Glen Canyon Dam on Highway 89. The hike is 1.5 miles total along mostly flat, even...
On Thursday, July 16, 2026, Old Pueblo Archaeology Center’s “Third Thursday Food for Thought” program will feature “The History and Future of America’s Public Land” by National Park Service Superintendent...