Get ready to dig in and celebrate all things plants at Plant Stravaganza, a free, family-friendly community event held at the base of beautiful Tumamoc Hill! Meet local plant organizations, connect with plant experts, and learn more about the incredible plants of the Sonoran Desert—and beyond. What’s Happening Stop by the Tumamoc Historic Boathouse to [...]
Come experience a full day of outdoor skills, conservation education, and hands-on learning! Participants will have the opportunity to explore trap shooting, archery, BB gun range, wildlife biology, drone operations, falconry, fly fishing, live bird dog hunt demonstrations, gear selection, and expert instruction—and more. Whether you’re brand new or looking to sharpen your skills, there’s [...]
The road to the event is rough and not recommended for low-clearance vehicles. Sedans can make it with slow, careful driving, but high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended for comfort and safety. To ensure everyone can attend—regardless of vehicle type or comfort on unpaved roads—we will carpool from Udall Park: 📍 Meet at the northeasternmost parking [...]
Come on out to Cactus Park for a family outdoor skills festival! It's FREE! The Outdoor Fest is for kids of all ages. We will be teaching some basic outdoor skills such as pitching a tent, animal track identification, using a compass, archery and a host of other activities. Play some fun games and learn [...]
Modern medical science has achieved remarkable breakthroughs—from organ transplants to gene therapy—but some of the most promising innovations are coming from an unexpected source: venom. In this fascinating talk led by Dr. Ken Sweat of Arizona State University, we’ll explore how compounds that evolved to harm can be harnessed to heal. Discover how venom from [...]
Book Presentation – Free Event🗓 Wednesday, March 11, 2026🕕 6:00 PM📍 Tumamoc Hill Boathouse1675 W. Anklam Rd., Tucson, AZ👉RSVP HERE What can the seasonal rhythms of plants and animals reveal about the health of our planet—and our own well-being? Join Theresa Crimmins, Director of the USA National Phenology Network and Associate Professor at the University [...]
Do you love books? 📖📚A generous Tumamoc Hill community member has donated a wonderful collection of books, and we’re excited to share them with you! Join us Friday, March 13th from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM at the Tumamoc Hill Historic Boathouse for a free book swap. Browse through a variety of titles and take home something [...]
🎯 Beginner-Friendly Shooting Event This event is designed for beginners—those who are new to shooting sports or just learning the fundamentals. Beginner Definition:A person who is inexperienced or new to the activity and learning basic skills. Event Focus:• Basic take of wildlife (1-day format)• Pass shooting• Species focus: dove, ducks, squirrel Skill Meter: 1–5Mentoring Meter: [...]
Join us for the Tumamoc Hill Youth Program! Every month brings a brand-new adventure with a fresh theme, a special guest speaker, and a hands-on art activity—all completely free! 🌞 Sonoran Desert Animal Painting Kids will enjoy a fun, bite-sized science talk with Robert Villa (Desert Laboratory & Tucson Herpetological Society), then dive into a [...]
Join us in Tucson at Tumamoc Hill for a quick, kid-friendly science presentation followed by an art activity. All materials provided! Seedball making to grow plants at home!
We are thrilled to host the 28th Annual Hike for Hope! Your support helps us continue to provide pathways to self-sufficiency through quality employment and housing. The Worker helps guide and empower individuals to save for stable, market-rate housing while attending our critical life skills classes. Your support ensures participants receive the tools they need [...]
The Desert Laboratory on Tumamoc Hill invites you to its ongoing public lecture series exploring the science, ecology, history, and culture of the Sonoran Desert. These talks highlight fascinating research and discoveries about the landscapes and species that make our region unique. All talks are free and open to the public. 🗓 Wednesday, April 1st🕠 [...]
Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! This mentored turkey hunting camp is designed for youth hunters who want to learn the skills, strategies, and ethics of hunting wild turkeys in a safe and supportive environment. 🌟 Camp Highlights: Expert-led seminars covering turkey behavior, calling techniques, and hunting strategies Hands-on outdoor skills training, including tracking, [...]
Volunteers play a vital role in supporting the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) through a wide range of hands-on conservation projects. Activities may include habitat restoration, trail improvement, sign installation, vegetation and trash removal, fencing, and invasive species management—primarily targeting buffelgrass. On a typical workday, volunteers meet with BLM staff in the morning and travel [...]
🌊 Join us for a first-of-its-kind event along the Santa Cruz River! The Río Relay is a unique fun run and volunteer experience designed to bring together communities along the Santa Cruz River in Pima County—while giving back to the river we all love. Similar to a 5K fun run, the route begins at Juhan [...]
Springtime in the Sonoran Desert is full of life, color, and discovery! Join us for a fun and engaging kid-friendly science presentation where we’ll explore the unique ways plants and animals adapt to the changing season. From blooming cacti to buzzing pollinators, there’s so much to see and learn about how the desert comes alive [...]
We are delighted to invite you to the 4th International Summit on Gravitation, We are thrilled to invite you to the 4th International Summit on Gravitation, Astrophysics, and Cosmology (ISGAC2026), happening April 20–22, 2026, in Frankfurt, Germany. This premier international gathering will unite leading scientists, researchers, and innovators from around the world to explore the [...]
Discover the joy of the outdoors at the Arizona Wildlife Federation’s 3-day Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Workshop, designed for women ages 18 and up. Whether you’re brand new to outdoor skills or looking to build confidence and sharpen what you already know, this hands-on, inclusive experience is all about learning, exploring, making lifelong friends, and [...]
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