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...
Show Big Thicket some love on Valentine's Day! No one likes to see trash when arrive to the park—help us keep the preserve a beautiful place! Meet a ranger at a popular boat launch on Village Creek to help clean up trash. All supplies are provided...
Meet a Tule Springs Fossil Beds Park Ranger at the trailhead to learn more about our topic of the day. Get up close with fossils, swear your dog in as a B.A.R.K. Ranger, get your Junior Ranger book, and more!
The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is a citizen science project that inspires millions of non-professional birdwatchers to contribute data every February. Count birds in your backyard or expand to other areas of your neighborhood such as a city or...
Saguaro National Park is famous for its gigantic saguaros. Still, you have to know where to look to find the real giants among giants. Join a ranger for a special off-trail walk to view some amazing examples of our saguaros. This program meets at the...
The tradition of storytelling around the campfire continues with your National Park Service! Experience this half-hour program of fire making along with historic tales, an intriguing story, or a spooky yarn along with a park ranger. Seating available...
Have you ever wondered how the white sands formed and why Lake Lucero is often referred to as the birthplace of the dunes? Take a tour to Lake Lucero with a ranger and learn about the formation of the sands.
Rendition Arts is owned by Brian and Holly Bystedt and specializes in metal artwork representing petroglyphs from the American Southwest. Brian photographs these ancient rock carvings on site and uses the image to create a variety of metalwork...
Step back in time and explore the rich ranching history of Padre Island while keeping an eye out for the striking crested caracara and other birdlife along the way. This casual, ranger-led walk takes place at the historic Novillo Line Camp—the last...
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 Pueblo archeological sites, Natural Resource history, and ties from the past to the present, this walk...
Join us for a hike at Piedras Marcadas Canyon! These weekly hikes focus on the history, the geology, and the petroglyphs along this 1.9 mile hike. Binoculars are recommended. Bring water, sunscreen, warm layers, and comfortable shoes for a flat...
Join a Ranger for some bird trivia and a bird walk to celebrate Valentine's Day and participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count. Test your knowledge about pairs and courtship in the bird realm and earn some Valentine's Day candy. Meet at the Visitor...
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 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.
