Presentations & Workshops

3rd Wednesday of the month with exceptions- learn different facets of natural history in Arizona and sometimes beyond…..

Our Community Nature Study Series (CNSS) is one of our flagship Adult Programs brought to you in partnership with the Arizona Master Naturalists (AZMN) of the Central Highlands Chapter. Through this series, there is a wide range of enriching and enlightening subjects for the learner about the Central Highlands around us and sometimes beyond. No matter the topic, you will discover new and exciting facts about the natural world.

Upcoming Presentations:

A night sky is not an absence of light; it is the presence of the universe. In The Wild Dark, master storyteller Craig Childs embarks on a quest to bike from the blinding lights of the Las Vegas Strip to one of the darkest spots in North America.

Step outside on a clear Yavapai County night and be among a small group of people on Earth who can see the Milky Way from your own backyard. This talk reviews “dark skies”, why light pollution is accelerating, and how it affects the things we care about; nighttime safety, clear views of the night sky, and preserving the heritage of northern Arizona’s dark skies.

Plants, Inspiring the People: Reflections on Two Decades of the Hualapai Ethnobotany Youth Project

The Rarest Fish in the World: Current Research on Desert Fish Management and Recovery.

If you love to garden but don’t want to devote much time, energy, or just plain muscle power to a garden, native plants are for you. You can transform your garden into a haven for birds, bees, and butterflies, while conserving water, ending dependence on fertilizers, and reducing your gardening workload. There are two classes of basic native gardening principles, each 90 minutes long.

The five distinct seasons of Arizona will be explored through this program, highlighting the unique characteristics and weather patterns that define each one. From the dry heat of early summer to the dramatic monsoon season and cooler winter months, each season offers something different.