Join us on the Arizona National Scenic Trail for a 2-3 mile guided hike through Colossal Cave Mountain Park and the many fascinating peoples and cultures who have called this area home. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary. Bring a snack and plenty of water. DIRECTIONS: Colossal Cave Mountain Park,...
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 feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
Are you curious about how clean water gets to your home? Come learn about processes that bring water to our community. Reservation required. Ages 9+ Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science 2026. 10-Day Science Festival Our flagship September event featuring 100+ free science experiences for all ages.
Roly-polies, worms, and other garden critters may spend their lives hidden underground, but they play a big role in keeping gardens healthy. Meet these decomposing superheroes and discover how they help turn old leaves and plants into rich soil. Big shoutout to ACE for sponsoring this month! Ages 3 - 12
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 care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
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 team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
Join The Literacy Center for a fun hands-on activity that combines science and poetry! Participants will plant their own wildflower seed, learn what plants need to grow, and create a short poem about their hopes and dreams. Each participant will take home their planted seed and poem to watch both grow over time. Reservation required....
Take a stroll through Kachina Wetlands and learn how a formerly dry meadow became an important stopover in northern Arizona for migratory birds. Christina Vojta, wildlife ecologist and Audubon Steward for Kachina Wetlands, will identify birds and talk about their ecology. The two-mile walk will end at dusk with a stunning view of the San...
Bats, birds, beetles, bees, butterflies! Meet the big puppets that tell the story of pollination - how animals and insects move pollen between plants so that more plants can grow. There will be a performance from Momentum Aerial Studio puppeteers and a hands-on activity in the Willow Bend Center. Great for younger kids! Ages...
Short Takes are 15-30 minute classes that focus on a single idea with straightforward, common-sense information that will help you increase your gardening success. Every month brings new opportunities in the garden and because gardening in the Sonoran Desert is so unique, our timing for best practice activities is different from the rest of the...
Learn about the geologic story of how North America has evolved and is still very active today leaving us a diverse range of natural wonders to explore highlighting some of the great western parks. Ages 18+ Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science 2026. 10-Day Science Festival Our flagship September event featuring 100+ free science experiences for all...