Events calendar

Garden Walk (West District)

Saguaro National Park

Mar 5 9:15 am – 10:00 am

Join us for a guided walk through the Cactus Garden where you’ll explore the fascinating natural history of the Sonoran Desert! Wheelchair accessible.

Tours of President Johnson's Boyhood Home

Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park

Mar 5 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Daily tours of the Boyhood Home explore Lyndon Johnson's childhood growing up in the rural, 1920s town of Johnson City, Texas. Tours start at the National Park Visitor Center in Johnson City at 100 Ladybird Lane.

Critter Chat

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Join a ranger for a talk about the unique animals that call this deserrt home!

Critter Chat

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Join a ranger for a talk about the unique animals that call this deserrt home!

Ranger Talk

Montezuma Castle National Monument

Mar 5 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger Talk daily at 11 am and 1 pm.

Mar 5 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The exhibit commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Anza expedition by exploring both the expedition itself and the environment the settlers found when they arrived in Monterey. Panels discuss the founding of Monterey, early buildings and...

Patio Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm

An interpretive talk that changes daily. Subjects vary broadly, from ethnobotany, mining history, regional culture, and beyond.

The Anza Expedition: A 250th Commemoration Exhibit

Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail

Mar 5 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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...

Anza Watery Walk with the San Luis Obispo Beaver Brigade

Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail

Mar 5 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Together we will walk along the Anza Trail and visit a spot on the river where beavers live. Your guide will share information about beavers, how to identify signs of beaver activity, and the many ways that beavers benefit our ecosystems. Please come...

Ranger Program

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Mar 5 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Visit the Visitor Center at Mission San José to explore a mission topic with a park ranger.

All About the Organ Pipe Cactus

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

How big can organ pipe cactus grow? Can you eat their fruit? What role do they play in the Sonoran Desert ecosystem? Have you or someone you know every asked a question like this about the organ pipe cactus? If the answer is yes, then this is the...

Ranger Talk (West District)

Saguaro National Park

Mar 5 3:15 pm – 4:00 pm

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...

Sunset Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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.

Sunset Hike (West District)

Saguaro National Park

Mar 5 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Meet at the Signal Hill Picnic Area 15 minutes before the hike begins. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and appropriate clothing, carry sufficient water, and bring a headlamp. This approximately 3-mile hike lasts about 3.5 hours and follows...

Sunset Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

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.

Sunset Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

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.

Night Comes Alive (East District)

Saguaro National Park

Mar 5 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Half the park is after dark! Join a ranger in the evening hours as night-prowling creatures begin to emerge. This is a 1-1.5 mile hike, and location varies. Regardless of program location, always meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center.

Evening Program

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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.

Evening Program

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 5 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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.