Join Ranger Nikki to celebrate National Public Lands Day and enjoy a morning of health and wellness as you walk through the desert and get to know some of the fascinating and enduring plants of our Sonoran Desert. National Public Lands Day is an annual event that encourages the public to connect with the public...
Learn how to grow and maintain a successful Fall garden using principles of soil science and management. This class focuses on getting your gardens cleaned from the summer and prepared for Fall and Winter vegetables - including Broccoli, Kale, Cauliflower, and all the Fall lettuces and greens. Includes: 1/2 gallon box of worm castings, 4...
Join our community effort to restore Tanque Verde Creek! We invite people of all ages, diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, beliefs, and many other diverse communities to participate in restoring our...
Featuring five local authors and their books to engage children. This filmed series can be enjoyed at home with your child before bed or at anytime. We are proud to present: Julie Blake Gidley, Monica Brown, Erica P. Mason, Diana Reich, and Susan Lamb. This collection of children's stories introduces young readers to themes of...
We've compiled everything we think every beginner gardener should know, and jam-packed it into an hour class. From setting up your growing space to harvesting the fruits of your labor, let us help you navigate organic gardening in the desert! This class is a great place to start your garden journey. Includes: 4 seasonal starts,...
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...
Come take a hike and learn about the history and importance of public lands as well as some of the cool volunteer opportunities at the Lake and other Maricopa County parks with Ranger Shaun! Wild Burro is an easy rated trail. This hike will walk it twice, once in either direction for a total of...
The Harvest Festival in partnership with the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office and NACA's Lasting Indigenous Family Enrichment Program at the Hal Jensen Garden tour stop. This harvest festival will...
Learn how to successfully grow and maintain fruit trees using permaculture principles and soil science. This class will teach you the proper (organic!) way to plant, feed, trim, and harvest your fruit trees. The class is conducted in our Food Forest and will include tips on everything from apples to mulberries. Class includes: 1/2 gallon...
Join Ranger Jacque to discover some of the recreation opportunities found within Maricopa County Parks and celebrate National Public Lands Day! National Public Lands Day is an annual event that...
Join National Park Service archeologists and biologists on National Public Lands Day (free entrance) to learn about Walnut Canyon's natural and human history. Try your hand at throwing at an atlatl and enjoy other hands-on activities for kids. Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science, a free annual 10-day event wholly designed to promote...
Learn how to successfully utilize grow bags to grow vegetables! In this hands-on class you will get a chance to fill and plant your own grow bags to take home. Class includes grow bags, veggie starts, and soil.
Embark on a tour showcasing innovative buildings featuring sustainable practices like rainwater harvesting, solar design, and PV technology. Visit the City's community gardens to learn how they nurture local food production, strengthen community connections and build resilience. Pick up a self-guided tour packet at Willow Bend on tour day or download it at coconino.az.gov/sustainablebuilding. See...
Join us Saturday September 27th at the Dewey-Humboldt Town Library for a fun way to grow your plant collection. Please bring a small house plant or plant clippings so you...
Lorry Stringer is a Master Gardener who will share her love, experiences and knowledge about the Master Gardener Program. She will discuss growing tomatoes here in the valley (correct timing, tips) and how to save their seeds. Lorry moved to the Valley in 2001 from California where the growing seasons are very different. She completed...
Herbalist Phyllis Hogan shares insights from her ethnobotanical work on the Colorado Plateau with a focus on the Navajo and Hopi elders who mentored her and shared their knowledge. Hybrid Event: Webinar requires registration, in-person does not require a reservation. Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science, a free annual 10-day event wholly designed...