Events calendar

Sunrise Yoga

Padre Island National Seashore

Apr 25 6:45 am – 7:45 am

Awaken your senses and embrace the tranquility of the morning with our sunrise yoga class on the rooftop deck of the Malaquite Visitor Center, overlooking the sparkling waters of the gulf. You'll witness the sun rising over the horizon as you...

Apr 25 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Hubbell Trading Post is coming to White Sands National Park. From 9 AM to 5 PM each day, visitors can experience the culture and heritage of the Navajo people while browsing and learning about the history, artistry, and deep cultural significance of...

Jr. Ranger Day

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Apr 25 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join us for Junior Ranger Day on April 25th from 9AM to 1PM at the Lake Mead Visitor Center, right off of the Highway 93 on Lakeshore road! Kids of all ages can earn their Junior Ranger badges, take part in hands-on activities, and learn what it...

Guided Hike: Rinconada Canyon

Petroglyph National Monument

Apr 25 9:00 am – 11:00 am

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...

Cultural Demonstrators and Artists on Site

Montezuma Castle National Monument

Apr 25 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

During the weekend in April and May, artists and cultural demonstrators from various tribes across the southwest will be on site at Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot to share their skills and work with the public. These events are made possible with...

Cultural Demonstrators and Artists on Site

Tuzigoot National Monument

Apr 25 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

During the weekend in April and May, artists and cultural demonstrators from various tribes across the southwest will be on site at Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot to share their skills and work with the public. These events are made possible with...

Navajo Rug Show

White Sands National Park

Apr 25 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Hubbell Trading Post, Arizona, in partnership with Western National (WNP), takes their show on the road with a Navajo Rug Show at White Sands National Park on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26. From 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day, visitors can...

Ranger Talk

Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site

Apr 25 10:00 am – 11:00 am

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.

Critter Chat

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Apr 25 10:00 am – 10:30 am

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

Apr 25 10:00 am – 11:00 am

“Stories from the Borderlands” are featured programs offered monthly. Each will be held at the reconstructed fort and the Woodruff Memorial Library in La Junta and last 45 minutes, exploring a different facet of the Fort’s story.As always, visitors...

Navajo Rug Show

White Sands National Park

Apr 25 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Hubbell Trading Post, Arizona, in partnership with Western National (WNP), takes their show on the road with a Navajo Rug Show at White Sands National Park on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26. From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm each day, visitors can...

Geology Talk

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Apr 25 10:00 am – 10:30 am

How did the Black Canyon form? What kinds of rocks are these? Discover answers to these and other questions about this dizzying chasm. Meet at Pulpit Rock Overlook at 10:00 am. 20-30 minutes. Location subject to change. May be cancelled due to...

Reading with a Junior Ranger

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Apr 25 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Join a Junior Ranger for a reading of the book, If I Were A Park Ranger by Catherine Stier. Other junior ranger activites like coloring pages will be available.

Garden Walk (East District)

Saguaro National Park

Apr 25 11:00 am – 11:30 am

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.

Living with Giants (West District)

Saguaro National Park

Apr 25 11:15 am – 12:00 pm

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...

Love and Loss Mt. Wanda Hike

John Muir National Historic Site

Apr 25 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Join a ranger to climb up Mt. Wanda and climb up on the complexity of the topic of Love and Loss. Details: Distance: We will hike one mile up a steep uneven dirt fire road. What to Bring: Sun protection, water, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Pets: Dogs...

Apr 25 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

“Stories from the Borderlands” are featured programs offered monthly. Each will be held at the reconstructed fort and the Woodruff Memorial Library in La Junta and last 45 minutes, exploring a different facet of the Fort’s story.

Apr 25 2:00 pm – 4:15 pm

This program is FULL. To add yourself to our waiting list, please click "more details" below.

Apr 25 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The City Nature Challenge is an annual, global event that encourages people to document local biodiversity through community science, using platforms like iNaturalist. This year, it runs from April 24 through April 27. You are invited to participate...

Sunset Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Apr 25 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 Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Apr 25 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.

Evening Program

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Apr 25 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.

Stars Over The Gila

Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Apr 25 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm

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.