Join our rock-climbing experts for an unforgettable adventure in the Catalina Mountains, where you'll learn the art of climbing on natural granite and enjoy breathtaking views. All skill levels welcome. Sign up required.

Discover the magic and light of the Sonoran Desert while learning watercolor painting techniques. We'll explore stunning natural locations to inspire your creativity. A watercolor kit is provided to take home and continue your artistic journey. Sign up required.

Desert Hike. 4 mi. 635 ft. elev. Hike through a beautiful canyon to a ridgetop overlook. Expect intervals of steep uphills and downhills over rocky terrain with scenic canyon views. Sign up required.

Experience a drive like going from Mexico to Canada in just 2 hours and no passport needed! This Sky Island road takes you through 8 biomes, with dramatic elevation changes and stunning scenery packed into one unforgettable journey. Sign up required.

Defined by diversity, Arizonan art has maintained common elements of the land, its people, and the creative spirit. Explore new and enduring artistic Arizona talent from the perspective of the Tucson Museum of Art’s Chief Curator, Dr. Julie Sasse.

Learn about desert landscaping practices, plants, design, and more on a tour with a Canyon Ranch landscape expert.

Join us for creativity and connection while you paint and sip in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. No experience needed — just bring your imagination and good vibes. (Sign up required/additional fee).

What makes the Southwest so special? Mitch Stevens and Russell Lowes give a visual presentation of the Sonoran Desert, from sky-island mountain ranges to the Grand Canyon and beyond.

Take a leisurely walk down a paved path into the nighttime ambiance of a riparian canyon. Enjoy the current phase of the moon as it bathes you in its light, or retreats to let the stars share their brilliance.

Desert Ride. 13 mi. This popular early morning ride takes you into spectacular Sabino Canyon. Lots of dips and hills all trending upwards with a strong climb in the end. Mostly down on the way back. Sign up required.

This short, all-levels hike through the stunning Sonoran Desert leads to a peaceful, serene location. Enjoy a guided sitting meditation designed to nurture your well-being, fostering openness and self-reflection as you connect with nature. Sign up required.

Unlock the full potential of your smart phone’s advanced camera and learn how to capture breathtaking images. We will guide you through essential photography techniques, including composition, camera settings, and enhancing your photos through editing.

Sabino Canyon. 4 mi. 630 ft. elev. This beautiful hike offers a variety of ecosystems, from scenic desert to a riparian creek bed with deciduous trees like the white-barked Arizona sycamore and verdant cottonwoods. Sign up required.

This Sky Island Tour returns from Mount Lemmon under the soft glow of twilight. Travel through 8 biomes while you enjoy a scenic natural history tour on the way up, and photo stops of the forever sunset views and city lights on the drive back.