Questions about the Sonoran Desert or the things that live there? Ask Ranger Kevin! Come to the Trailhead Staging Area and say hello to Ranger Kevin from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. Bring your burning desert questions, or let’s just talk. We’ll also have a table full of interesting objects like bones, feathers, snake sheds, cactus boots...
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see the iconic desert sunset over the Estrella Mountains. Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set while also talking about anything plants or animals that are of interest along the way. We will see the sunset, a beautiful mountain view, and maybe some evening...
Let creativity take flight at Butterfly Brushstrokes, an intimate and inspiring painting event at Butterfly Wonderland. Perfect for a fun night out or a unique date night, this guided class leads participants through creating a stunning butterfly-themed masterpiece—no experience necessary! With all materials provided, guests can simply relax, paint, and enjoy the artistic journey. Limited...
Young Makers is our free form workshop night for passionate kids and their parents. We work with driven young people to empower them to turn their ideas into reality. No babysitting. No lectures. This is discovery learning and creation. Questions to: youngmakermentors@heatsynclabs.org HeatSync Labs is a makerspace with tools and equipment which create a community...
An artistic interpretation of this year's Keynote Presentation with a powerful performance merging ballet with concepts of Indigenous land stewardship, health, and sustainability. Immerse yourself in a poetic dance that explores cultural heritage, sustenance, and ecology. Reservations are required. Reservation Link Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science, a free annual 10-day event...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy 2-mile stroll to search for scorpions and other nocturnal critters. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an out-and-back walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions. We will also be on the lookout for other nocturnal critters such as bats, owls, tarantulas, kangaroo rats, stink bugs and...