Calendar of Events

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The Living Desert offers unique events and activities year-round for members and visitors! Use our events calendar to make your next visit even more enriching and fun. We offer programs and activities for adults and children alike - everything from education classes to community events like Howl-O-Ween Harvest Happening, WildLights, and Party for the Planet. Click on the colored dates on the calendar for more information on what's happening that day and use the arrows below the calendar to view other months. Click here to view the Daily Program Schedule.

Saturday, May 25th

9:30AM Gecko Explorers
Gecko Explorers
Classes are held select Saturdays, October –May (Registration
begins Oct. 1st)
9:30am to 12:00 noon
Please bring a snack and water bottle.
Daily Tuition: $30 members, $40 non- members
Explore. Encounter. Discover. Each Saturday, Gecko Explorers
experience nature as never before. Through behind-the-scenes
adventures, animal encounters and hands on activities kids have a “
Wild” experience they will never forget. Gecko Explorers is
appropriate for ages 6-14 years of age. Register early as classes fill
quickly. Registration begins October 1, 2011.
For more information contact the Education Department, visit
www.LivingDesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2505 or
GeckoExplorers@LivingDesert.org


Wednesday, May 29th

9:00AM Me & You at the Zoo
Me & You at the Zoo
Wednesday 9am
October – May
Free for Members
Lizards, and Bobcats and Snakes, Oh My! Toddlers and
accompanying adults can enjoy experiencing the zoo in a brand new
way! Each weekly adventure for children ages 18 months to 4 years
of age includes an animal encounter, tactile experiences, and active
play and ends with a short walk on grounds, so don't forget your
stroller!
For more information contact the Education Department, visit
www.livingdesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2506 or
MeandYou@livingdesert.org


Saturday, June 1st

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Sunday, June 2nd

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Monday, June 3rd

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Tuesday, June 4th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Wednesday, June 5th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Thursday, June 6th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Friday, June 7th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Saturday, June 8th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Sunday, June 9th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Monday, June 10th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Tuesday, June 11th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Wednesday, June 12th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Thursday, June 13th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Friday, June 14th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Saturday, June 15th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Sunday, June 16th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Monday, June 17th

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Tuesday, June 18th

8:00AM Summer ZooCamp 2013
There's still room in many of our Summer ZooCamp sessions!
Weekly, half–day sessions for ages 4–12 are offered June 18th
– June 22nd, June 25th – June 29th, July 2nd – July 6th,
July 16th – July 27th, July 23rd – July 27th and July 30th –
August 3rd.
These sessions include animal encounters, special behind-the-scenes visits,
games and more!

We also have special 2–day programming for ZooCampers up to age 14!
Jr. Rangers Program at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (ages 6-14)
Session A: July 9th – 10th from 9am to 2pm
Session B: July 11th – 12th from 9am to 2pm
Desert Explorers Programs (ages 10-14)
Session A: August 6th – 7th from 8am to 12noon
Session B: August 8th – 9th from 8am to 12noon

For more information on contact the Education Department, visit
www.LivingDesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2501 or
ZooCamp@LivingDesert.org

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Wednesday, June 19th

8:00AM Summer ZooCamp 2013
There's still room in many of our Summer ZooCamp sessions!
Weekly, half–day sessions for ages 4–12 are offered June 18th
– June 22nd, June 25th – June 29th, July 2nd – July 6th,
July 16th – July 27th, July 23rd – July 27th and July 30th –
August 3rd.
These sessions include animal encounters, special behind-the-scenes visits,
games and more!

We also have special 2–day programming for ZooCampers up to age 14!
Jr. Rangers Program at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (ages 6-14)
Session A: July 9th – 10th from 9am to 2pm
Session B: July 11th – 12th from 9am to 2pm
Desert Explorers Programs (ages 10-14)
Session A: August 6th – 7th from 8am to 12noon
Session B: August 8th – 9th from 8am to 12noon

For more information on contact the Education Department, visit
www.LivingDesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2501 or
ZooCamp@LivingDesert.org

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Thursday, June 20th

8:00AM Summer ZooCamp 2013
There's still room in many of our Summer ZooCamp sessions!
Weekly, half–day sessions for ages 4–12 are offered June 18th
– June 22nd, June 25th – June 29th, July 2nd – July 6th,
July 16th – July 27th, July 23rd – July 27th and July 30th –
August 3rd.
These sessions include animal encounters, special behind-the-scenes visits,
games and more!

We also have special 2–day programming for ZooCampers up to age 14!
Jr. Rangers Program at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (ages 6-14)
Session A: July 9th – 10th from 9am to 2pm
Session B: July 11th – 12th from 9am to 2pm
Desert Explorers Programs (ages 10-14)
Session A: August 6th – 7th from 8am to 12noon
Session B: August 8th – 9th from 8am to 12noon

For more information on contact the Education Department, visit
www.LivingDesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2501 or
ZooCamp@LivingDesert.org

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Friday, June 21st

8:00AM Summer ZooCamp 2013
There's still room in many of our Summer ZooCamp sessions!
Weekly, half–day sessions for ages 4–12 are offered June 18th
– June 22nd, June 25th – June 29th, July 2nd – July 6th,
July 16th – July 27th, July 23rd – July 27th and July 30th –
August 3rd.
These sessions include animal encounters, special behind-the-scenes visits,
games and more!

We also have special 2–day programming for ZooCampers up to age 14!
Jr. Rangers Program at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (ages 6-14)
Session A: July 9th – 10th from 9am to 2pm
Session B: July 11th – 12th from 9am to 2pm
Desert Explorers Programs (ages 10-14)
Session A: August 6th – 7th from 8am to 12noon
Session B: August 8th – 9th from 8am to 12noon

For more information on contact the Education Department, visit
www.LivingDesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2501 or
ZooCamp@LivingDesert.org

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Saturday, June 22nd

8:00AM Summer ZooCamp 2013
There's still room in many of our Summer ZooCamp sessions!
Weekly, half–day sessions for ages 4–12 are offered June 18th
– June 22nd, June 25th – June 29th, July 2nd – July 6th,
July 16th – July 27th, July 23rd – July 27th and July 30th –
August 3rd.
These sessions include animal encounters, special behind-the-scenes visits,
games and more!

We also have special 2–day programming for ZooCampers up to age 14!
Jr. Rangers Program at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (ages 6-14)
Session A: July 9th – 10th from 9am to 2pm
Session B: July 11th – 12th from 9am to 2pm
Desert Explorers Programs (ages 10-14)
Session A: August 6th – 7th from 8am to 12noon
Session B: August 8th – 9th from 8am to 12noon

For more information on contact the Education Department, visit
www.LivingDesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2501 or
ZooCamp@LivingDesert.org

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Sunday, June 23rd

8:00AM Summer ZooCamp 2013
There's still room in many of our Summer ZooCamp sessions!
Weekly, half–day sessions for ages 4–12 are offered June 18th
– June 22nd, June 25th – June 29th, July 2nd – July 6th,
July 16th – July 27th, July 23rd – July 27th and July 30th –
August 3rd.
These sessions include animal encounters, special behind-the-scenes visits,
games and more!

We also have special 2–day programming for ZooCampers up to age 14!
Jr. Rangers Program at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (ages 6-14)
Session A: July 9th – 10th from 9am to 2pm
Session B: July 11th – 12th from 9am to 2pm
Desert Explorers Programs (ages 10-14)
Session A: August 6th – 7th from 8am to 12noon
Session B: August 8th – 9th from 8am to 12noon

For more information on contact the Education Department, visit
www.LivingDesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2501 or
ZooCamp@LivingDesert.org

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506


Monday, June 24th

8:00AM Summer ZooCamp 2013
There's still room in many of our Summer ZooCamp sessions!
Weekly, half–day sessions for ages 4–12 are offered June 18th
– June 22nd, June 25th – June 29th, July 2nd – July 6th,
July 16th – July 27th, July 23rd – July 27th and July 30th –
August 3rd.
These sessions include animal encounters, special behind-the-scenes visits,
games and more!

We also have special 2–day programming for ZooCampers up to age 14!
Jr. Rangers Program at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (ages 6-14)
Session A: July 9th – 10th from 9am to 2pm
Session B: July 11th – 12th from 9am to 2pm
Desert Explorers Programs (ages 10-14)
Session A: August 6th – 7th from 8am to 12noon
Session B: August 8th – 9th from 8am to 12noon

For more information on contact the Education Department, visit
www.LivingDesert.org or contact 760-346-5694 x 2501 or
ZooCamp@LivingDesert.org

8:30AM - 1:30PM Miriam U. Hoover Discovery Center
The Living Desert
Visitors of all ages can also understand, and learn about the Coachella
Valley region in this new 3600 square foot green-designed building that
inspires the discovery of the four elements that comprise the desert
�
sun, wind, water, and sand. There is a fossil wall, sloth skeleton, full-
scale mammoth illustration with an actual tusk, nighttime desert room,
biofact drawers, hands-on activities and so much more!
For more information, visit www.LivingDesert.org or call 760-346-5694
Ext. 2506