Science Saturday

Local professional archaeologists joined by Northern Arizona University students will present hands-on interactive activities that demonstrate what an archaeologist does, the tools they may use, and how their scientific work helps interpret ancient history. Activities such as split-twig figurine making, atlatl throwing, artifact, plant and faunal (animal) identification, and much more will provide the participant […]

Join the Jones Benally Family as they share traditional Diné stories, games, songs, and fun hands on activities. The event will be streamed LIVE on our Facebook page and there will be plenty of time for questions, and fun interaction with members of the Jones Benally family. The event is open and appropriate for all […]

We are excited to continue our Science Saturday events virtually (until in person programs can resume). Join us on Saturday, April 3rd at 10:30AM on our Facebook page for a LIVE interactive program. Let’s Learn about Sustainability! Join Willow Bend Environmental Education Center to learn about and participate in hands-on activities focusing on waste and […]

Join Willow Bend and come make fun holiday gifts out of reusable and natural materials and learn about alternative gift wrapping. We will be making pine cone and tree cookie ornaments, collage gift cards and gift labels, T-shirt bags, magazine necklaces and more. Materials and supplies will be provided (while supplies last).

Join us for our first 2022 Science Saturday celebrating winter with special guests from the Jones Benally Family, an internationally acclaimed Diné (Navajo) performing group. Traditional Diné winter stories and games, hot chocolate, and hands-on activities including snow art, animal winter adaptations and more. Event is free and open to the public. *We are following […]

Local professional archaeologists joined by Northern Arizona University students will present hands-on interactive activities that demonstrate what an archaeologist does, the tools they may use, and how their scientific work helps interpret ancient history. Activities such as split-twig figurine making, atlatl throwing, artifact, plant and faunal (animal) identification, and much more will provide the participant […]

  Join Willow Bend for a Science Saturday that is all about sustainability! Interactive wind and solar energy activities, learn about worm composting, waste reduction, and more! Science Saturday is an event held on the first Saturday of every month from 9:30-11:30AM. Each month is focused on a different theme and each event offers fun […]

Join Willow Bend  to learn about fire ecology in Flagstaff, as part of National Wildfire Community Preparedness Day. Learn about plant and animal fire adaptations, fire management, and fire safety through displays and hands-on activities. Science Saturday is an event held on the first Saturday of every month from 9:30am-11:30am. Each month is focused on a […]

What are the five C's of Arizona? Join Willow Bend to discover how cattle, citrus, copper, climate and cotton shaped Arizona's history, then and now. Hands-on and interactive activities for all ages.

Explore the plants and wildlife of Willow Bend Gardens at our Junior Naturalist Science Saturday. Make a nature journal and practice sketching outdoors, learn how to go birding, identity plants in our garden, make nature art and more! We will also show your family how to use the iNaturalist app to explore nature in your […]