Sandy Villegas of Luna’s Paper Designs returns to Tohono Chul with a unique watercolor portrait workshop which utilizes natural dyes that can be found in your own pantry! Frida Kahlo once said, “I paint self-portraits because I am so often alone, because I am the person I know best.” Over one-third of her paintings were Read more...
Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert.
Learn to identify residents and those just passing through, plus information on habits and habitat. Download Tohono Chul Bird Checklist (PDF)
Learn to identify resident reptiles and find the answer to the age-old question, “Why do lizards do push-ups?” Be prepared to get to know some friendly, non-venomous snakes, and perhaps a lizard or tortoise or two. We’ll even introduce you to a few venomous reptiles as well, like a rattlesnake and maybe a Gila monster, Read more...
Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert.
Discover the edible and useful plants of the Sonoran Desert.
Learn to identify residents and those just passing through, plus information on habits and habitat. Download Tohono Chul Bird Checklist (PDF)
Unearth the how-tos for using native and arid-adapted plants in water-saving landscapes.
Sold out! If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email khayes@tohonochul.org Gourd artists, Sue Brogdon and Randy Fuller lead this arboreal inspired gourd workshop which will produce a three-sided vessel showcasing a tiny, twisted wire copper tree set in a circular cutout. You will begin by giving your gourd a subtle Read more...
Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert.
Nature lovers, shutterbugs, and bug lovers will get an in-depth glimpse of some of the most engaging creatures in the Sonoran Desert, butterflies!
Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert.