Come watch our certified professional raptor trainers John & Balinda train the owls Funky and Simon, Speedy the hawk, and Azul the American Crow.

Located in the Rehab structure behind the Nature Center – Use the driveway on the south side of the parking lot.

The birds appear one at a time, so try to be there at 3 PM to not miss any!  FREE of charge.

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and the many cultures represented in our council!

Join us in kicking-off Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating Hispanic cultures in our council! Enjoy food, music, and activities hosted by fellow troops and community partners. Girls will also be able to learn Folklorico dancing and create their own mini journals with artist, author, & designer Kathy Cano-Murillo, The Crafty Chica. Girls will receive a GSACPC Hispanic Heritage Month patch.  

We encourage you to wear cultural attire that represents your Hispanic heritage!

Come shop for unique, one of a kind costumes from past East Valley Children’s Theatre Productions.

Welcome to the 'El Grito' Festival, an electrifying celebration of Mexican Independence Day. This vibrant event is returning for its second year to Downtown Phoenix, and we're thrilled to invite you to immerse yourself in the rich culture, delicious cuisine, and captivating entertainment that Mexico has to offer.

The TechRise Student Challenge invites students in grades 6-12 to design, build, and launch science and technology experiments on a suborbital flight test.

Join camp zoo as we explore the great outdoors!

Go on nature walks, meet animals, and learn how to connect more with the natural world. Your Camper’s curiosity will guide them through games, learning activities, and crafts all centered on Nature Play! Campers will learn how we can connect with nature through art, science, conservation, and play!

Now Featuring a Papago Park Adventure! Campers will get to hike Hole in the Rock and explore nature with Park Rangers on one of their days of camp!

Times: 8:00-2:45

Grades: 3^rd and 4^th

It’s a puppy party at the store! Come meet these fuzzy friends from Woofs, Wiggles, and Wags Rescue that are looking for a forever home. Perhaps you’re looking for a new best friend… Talk about a meet-cute! See who’d out there waiting for your love!

And don’t forget we’ve got a pet food drive happening in the store. Donations go to the rescue, and one donor will receive a special prize from Bookmans!