Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Learn about several mammals from the Ice Age and create their own on paper, using characteristics from some of the mammals they learned about. 8+ age level. Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October...
Join us at MACH1 for Thursday Maker Hour: This month we're exploring Animals. What's your favorite Sonoran Desert animal? Using scrap paper, magazines, and collage techniques, get ready to create a colorful homage to the animals of our desert. This program is a walk-in program for all ages.
Join Ranger Eric for a late afternoon hike along the Mesquite Canyon Trail to look for reptiles of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way, we will discuss identification tips, their ecological roles, and safety around venomous animals. We will hike about 2 miles roundtrip on moderate grade, but occasionally rocky or uneven ground. Please wear...
Join Ranger Kevin as we search for “The Big 3” scorpions that live in the park. Fun, family-friendly hike. Join Ranger Kevin for an approximately 3-mile hike on the Blevins trail. Trail is rated easy, with little loose rock or uneven terrain and almost no elevation change. We will be searching for all three kinds...
Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! Wildlife may include scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals. Hiking will be an easy grade on occasionally sandy or uneven terrain and will be about 2 miles roundtrip on the Bajada and Goat Camp Trails, as time...