Presentations & Workshops
Community Nature Study Series
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:
Community Nature Study Series: The Rarest Fish in the World: Current Research on Desert Fish Management and Recovery
The Rarest Fish in the World: Current Research on Desert Fish Management and Recovery.
Community Nature Study Series: Phantom Ranch: A Brief History Stories of Life at the Bottom of the Grand Canyon
Join Warren Tracy, former Manager of Phantom Ranch (1989–2000), for a look at the history and construction of Mary Colter’s guest ranch at the bottom of the Grand Canyon—and an unconventional life lived in one of the world’s most beautiful and intriguing places.
Arizona Weather Wonders with KNAU Meteorologist Lee Born
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.
Upcoming events
Arizona Weather Wonders with KNAU Meteorologist Lee Born
The five distinct seasons of Arizona will be explored through this program, highlighting the unique characteristics and weather patterns that […]
Peace in the Pines: a Guided Grief Support Journey
We know—both intuitively and through science—that nature is profoundly healing. When we spend time in wild, quiet places, something inside […]
Wednesday Wanderings
Our guided nature walks involve a walk on wooded trails with a local expert to learn about the Central Highlands […]
Peace in the Pines: a Guided Grief Support Journey
We know—both intuitively and through science—that nature is profoundly healing. When we spend time in wild, quiet places, something inside […]
Natural History Book Club
Sitting in the Highlands Center ramada while the wind rustles through the ponderosa pine needles and a robin chirps, there […]
Peace in the Pines: a Guided Grief Support Journey
We know—both intuitively and through science—that nature is profoundly healing. When we spend time in wild, quiet places, something inside […]
Wednesday Wanderings
Our guided nature walks involve a walk on wooded trails with a local expert to learn about the Central Highlands […]
Phantom Ranch: A Brief History & Stories of Life at the Bottom of the Grand Canyon
Join Warren Tracy, former Manager for Phantom Ranch (1989-2000), to learn not only a bit about the history and construction […]
Peace in the Pines: a Guided Grief Support Journey
We know—both intuitively and through science—that nature is profoundly healing. When we spend time in wild, quiet places, something inside […]
Peace in the Pines: a Guided Grief Support Journey
We know—both intuitively and through science—that nature is profoundly healing. When we spend time in wild, quiet places, something inside […]
Peace in the Pines: a Guided Grief Support Journey
We know—both intuitively and through science—that nature is profoundly healing. When we spend time in wild, quiet places, something inside […]
Natural History Book Club
Sitting in the Highlands Center ramada while the wind rustles through the ponderosa pine needles and a robin chirps, there […]
Peace in the Pines: a Guided Grief Support Journey
We know—both intuitively and through science—that nature is profoundly healing. When we spend time in wild, quiet places, something inside […]
Peace in the Pines: a Guided Grief Support Journey
We know—both intuitively and through science—that nature is profoundly healing. When we spend time in wild, quiet places, something inside […]
Natural History Book Club
Sitting in the Highlands Center ramada while the wind rustles through the ponderosa pine needles and a robin chirps, there […]
Natural History Book Club
Sitting in the Highlands Center ramada while the wind rustles through the ponderosa pine needles and a robin chirps, there […]
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