The public is invited inside the reconstruction of Bent’s Old Fort, entering through the zaguan gate and into the plaza. Park Rangers will be present to explain the features of the fort and its 20 th century reconstruction. Entry into the...
Grab your binoculars (if you have them) and join us on a walk through the wild Gila on a search for birds, wildlife and flowers. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring water. We will be walking around on trails and sometimes on pavement.
Hone your photography skills wih park volunteer Peni. She will cover the basics of: composition, 3rd rule, white balance, & histograms. You will need to bring your: Digital SLR camera, a tripod, polarizer, and a basic understanding of your camera...
This volunteer-led hike will take you on the 2.2 mile loop-trail into Rinconada Canyon, where you will learn about the history of the area - from the geology that shaped it to the Ancestral Puebloans and Spaniards that left their marks behind to the...
El Malpais National Monument welcomes you to join us for a Volcano Festival at the El Malpais Visitor Center on Saturday, March 21, from 9:30 am – 3:00 pm. At 10:00 am, 12:30 pm, and 2:00 pm, guest speaker Matt Zimmerer, from the New Mexico Bureau of...
Join a ranger for a short stroll through the cactus garden located outside of the visitor center to learn about the saguaro cactus and other plants of the Sonoran Desert.
Explore Great Basin National Park's CaveSim, a simulated wild caving experience. Gear up with provided helmet and gloves, then explore 140 feet of simulated cave passages - but be careful not to "damage" the cave's formations.
The Sand Creek ranger talk explores the events of the mid 1800's and describes some of the social, economic, and political factors that contributed to the Sand Creek Massacre. Please not that this program is a stationary talk, not a walking tour.
Join the Clark County Wetlands Park for Wetlands Art Day. Engage in art, painting, poetry, music, and more in our partner urban park. Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument will have paleo-art on display depicting the Ice Age wetlands of Las...
Join our guided walks led by a National Park Ranger at Mission San José.Daily 10:00 am and 11:00 am (weather permitting).Each tour is limited to 50 people. First come, first served daily.San José guided walks begin at the Visitor Center at Mission...
Join a ranger for a guided walk along a portion of the Pueblo Loop Trail. This easy hike is among the most popular trails at Bandelier. Ancestral Puebloan archeological sites, Natural Resource history, and ties from the past to the present, this walk...
Join a ranger for a hike up Mt. Wanda while learning about some of the rich history the hill has witnessed. The 90‑minute hike, with rest breaks, will depart from the Mt. Wanda parking lot at the corner of Alhambra Avenue and Franklin Canyon Road at...
Enjoy an outdoor live musical performance of sonic fusion played by Dr. Costa, an internationally acclaimed Brazilian guitarist whose performances transcend genre. Blending the lyricism of classical guitar, the passion of Spanish and Latin traditions, and the spontaneity of improvisation, Dr. Costa crafts original musical journeys drawn from his own life and influences. This event is part of the Oro Valley Concert Series. No registration required. Free.
Join Us for a First-Person Historian Experience! Step back in time with an engaging presentation by Kurt Skinner as President Theodore Roosevelt. Hear Roosevelt himself speak about his enduring influence on America’s parks and monuments, with special...
Allow at least 30 minutes to hike up to the cliff dwellings. The trail leading to the dwellings is about 1/2 mile over rocky and uneven terrain with 180-foot elevation gain. Join a ranger on a 45-minute guided walk of the cliff dwellings to learn...
Join our guided walks led by a National Park Ranger at Mission San José.Daily 10:00 am and 11:00 am (weather permitting).Each tour is limited to 50 people. First come, first served daily.San José guided walks begin at the Visitor Center at Mission...
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it fights for survival against drought, lightning, frost...
Are you looking to learn more about our history in an outdoor setting this spring? On the Saturdays of March 7, 14, and 21 join us for a free, 45-minute walk through the Johnson Settlement, the 1860s home of President Lyndon Johnson’s grandparents...
Join Ranger Jenna for "Read with a Ranger", sponsored by the WNP Jr. Ranger Book Club. Beginning at 12:00pm, Ranger Jenna will read "The Girl Who Loved Horses" by Paul Goble. Following the story, participants are invited to plant native flower seeds...
Join a ranger in our Cactus Garden, right in front of the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center, for a 20-30 minute accessible program on our native plants of the park! This program will feature some of our colorful wildflowers currently blooming.
Allow at least 30 minutes to hike up to the cliff dwellings. The trail leading to the dwellings is about 1/2 mile over rocky and uneven terrain with 180-foot elevation gain. Join a ranger on a 45-minute guided walk of the cliff dwellings to learn...
Join us for a safe and fascinating look at the sun! Stop by the Visitor Center anytime between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to view the sun through a specially equipped telescope and learn more about our closest star. All ages welcome. No registration...
Almost 250 years ago, as the Declaration of Independence was signed on the East Coast, the Anza expedition arrived at its destination on the West Coast. Both of these events would dramatically shape the cultural and political landscapes of the United...
Celebrate Women's History Month in Nicodemus! Nicodemus offered the opportunity for not just Black men, but Black women to establish new lives for themselves. Women paid attention to the needs of Nicodemus and established businesses such as hotels...
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a walk to explore nature, our giant saguaros, and other Sonoran Desert plants. The topics vary weekly depending on what we find blooming and growing, but each talk will include what we have...
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger hosting, but a few popular ones go over...
A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.
A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.
Hike up the Tanque Verde Ridge trail to get fantastic views of the sunset in the park. This hike is 0.5 miles round-trip on rugged terrain. Water, hiking shoes, and trekking poles are recommended.
A formal interpretive talk on the history, ecology, and/or culture of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.
Experience the park after dark! Join a ranger to walk the Longleaf Pine Trail at sunset and observe the wonders of the night sky through a telescope as the sky gets dark. If conditions allow, we'll look at the Moon, Jupiter, and distant objects in...
View the wonders of the night sky on Saturday, March 21. Beginning at 7:30 pm at the LBJ Ranch near Stonewall, the National Park Service will host programs highlighting the marvels of the night sky and the importance of preserving dark skies. Are you...
Join us at the Gila Cliff Dwelling's National Monument Visitor Center parking lot to view the stars and other celisteral objects. Bring a red headlamp.
