One’s destination is never a place, but always a new way of seeing things.
— Henry Miller
Journey with like-minded, lifelong explorers and spend a day discovering amazing things about the world around us. Whether it is a “behind-the-scenes” visit to an artist’s studio, a hike through a southern Arizona riparian habitat in search of elusive warblers, a journey through history following the trail of Spanish missionaries, or an in-depth cultural immersion in lands beyond our own, join us and engage the world, you never know what you will find!
Cancellation Policy
For one-day travel events:
- within two weeks of registration, but at least one month before date of trip = full refund
- at least two weeks before date of trip = 50% refund
- less than two weeks before date of trip = refund only if your space can be filled
Please contact Public Programs Manager, Vivianna Sanchez, with your questions about our upcoming Ed-Ventures
October
Amerind Autumn Fest
📅Saturday, October 19th
⌚ 8:15 am – 5 pm
📍Amerind Museum, Dragoon AZ
Join us on an Ed-venture to the Amerind at their annual Autumn Fest and celebrate the history, culture, and arts of the Apache Nations/Tribes.
Rich in tradition, history, and culture, Apache teachers, artists, singers, and dancers will hold a day-long cultural celebration at the Amerind Museum in Dragoon, Arizona. Autumn Fest will feature musical performances and public talks about Apache culture from Apache scholars. The event will also welcome Native artists who will have their art for sale, youth activities, food, and more.
Members | $100
General Public | $120
February
Sandhill Cranes at Whitewater Draw
📅 Tuesday & Friday, February 4th & 14th
⌚ 7:15 am – 4:30 pm
📍Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area, McNeal AZ
Join us for an unforgettable wildlife experience to witness thousands of Sandhill Cranes at Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area. These incredible migratory birds make their annual pilgrimage to Arizona, basking in our warmer climate before soaring back north for their spring breeding season. Alongside the Sandhill Cranes, our group will have the chance to observe various waterfowl and birds in the surrounding area. Our Ed-Venture will dive deep into the world of Whitewater Draw, exploring diverse birdlife and wildlife.
Guiding us through this adventure is none other than Homer Hansen, the brilliant mind behind Wings Over Wilcox. With Homer at the helm, you’re in for an educational and thrilling ride. He’ll identify birds, provide top-notch spotting scopes for up-close views, and assist beginners in proper use of binoculars and bird spotting.
Members | $160
General Public | $185
March
Indian Fair and Market
📅 Sunday, March 2nd
⌚ 8:15 am – 5 pm
📍 Heard Museum, Phoenix AZ
Join us on a trip to the internationally recognized Heard Museum whose mission is to connect Indigenous creativity to the world by presenting the voice and vision of American Indian artists. Freely explore the museum and their 67th annual Indian Fair and Market. Trip prices will include transportation and admission to the museum and the market.
Read more about the The Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market here.
“The Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market (IF&M) is one of the largest American Indian art markets in the world and draws nearly 15,000 visitors and more than 600 of the Nation’s most preeminent American Indian artists. IF&M provides the opportunity to meet and purchase art directly from multiple generations of artists working in all forms of the visual arts. All proceeds from ticket sales support the Heard Museum’s mission of advancing American Indian art.”
Members | $115
General Public | $145