The Gila River was vital to the incredible success of the Ancestral Sonoran people, or Hohokam, who built a civilization that lasted a thousand years and more. We’ll examine that civilization’s history and celebrate their accomplishments as we move along the river in search of a glimpse of the Gila’s former glory. We’ll also be...
Join the Riparian Preserve staff for a fun-filled fall adventure. Campers will explore the trails, watch wildlife, and learn how the Preserve changes as the weather cools. There will be...
Calling all budding paleontologists! Set up camp on Jurassic Island, uncover a land forgotten by time, and unearth the incredible secrets of the dinosaurs and their ancient ecosystem. Walk in...
Create a fall leaf collage inspired by Lois Ehlert’s Caldecott Honor book, “Leaf Man”! Ages 5 - 12
Slither like a gopher snake, hop like a jackrabbit, crawl like a hairy desert scorpion, or imitate other desert creatures. Learn more about our amazing desert wildlife through story time, song, movement, and crafts. Ages 3 - 5 Oct 12, 2026 - Oct 26, 2026 Mon 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Come meet Ranger Kevin from 11:00am to 1:00pm and learn about the amazing people who built a civilization right here in the desert that lasted over a thousand years! The Hohokam were extraordinary engineers, farmers, hunters/gatherers, and craftspeople that knew how to survive in the desert by living in harmony with the land. Come find...
Creat pinecone bird feeders! All Ages
Discover the rich heritage and contemporary lives of Arizona's Indigenous tribes past and present. Explore their histories, cultures, and traditions, and learn how these vibrant communities continue to live today. Ages 16+