Fall Open House

Saturday, October 4, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Zoom into Science at The Arboretum's Fall Open House.  The 2008 event examines the natural world through the lens of a camera, microscope and magnifying glass.  As part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science, the afternoon of Saturday, October 4 will be a free celebration of science and nature in the gardens geared toward families.  Sedona photographer Rick Daley's work will be on display in the Visitors Center.  Join longtime Flagstaff rancher Cecil Miller for a talk about the history of ranching on Woody Mountain Road.  Lab demonstrations, hands-on activities for children and scavenger hunts will challenge the senses and lead families on an exploration of the wonders of the season.

Free Admission from 1-5 p.m.

Activities all afternoon

1-2 p.m. Guided Walks: The Dynamics of Fall Color   
    -Meet tour guides in the Courtyard

1-5 Children's Scavenger Hunt (Gardens)
    -Get a bad in the Visitor Center, find clues, gather items, end at the Ramada

1-5 p.m. Children's Craft Activities (Horticulture Center Classroom)
    -Cornhusk dolls and dragonflies
    -Make leaf rubbing greeting cards
    -Use your scavenger hunt items to create an owl nest

1-5 p.m. Zoom into Soil (Horticulture Center Potting Room)
    -Meet The Arboretum's Research Scientist foe a hands-on activity

2-3 p.m. Live Raptor Program (Amphitheater)
    -Learn about wild birds of prey and their role in the environment

3-4 p.m. History of Ranching on Woody Mountain Road (Living Room of Walter Reichardt House)
    -Join Cecil Miller of the DK Ranch for some interesting stories about the challenges of ranching in our area
 

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