Heather Sakurai Guided Activities Special programs will be offered throughout the year! Check the searchable Calendar, as well as our social media pages. Ranger Guided Programs are available seasonally and as staffing allows, but our staff is always roving the park. Keep an eye out for roving rangers in popular areas like Puerco Pueblo, Crystal Forest, and Giant Logs for on-the-spot information.
Petrified Forest National Park Program Schedule April 2019 All are welcome and all programs are included with normal park admission unless otherwise indicated. Need further information? Contact (928) 524-6228 x245 Paleontology lab demonstrations every Sunday and Wednesday 9am-3pm Tuesday April 2 10am Beginning Birders Walk Meet in front of Painted Desert Visitor Center Join a ranger for a stroll around the Painted Desert Visitor Center complex in search of resident and migratory birds of Petrified Forest! An easy, paved walk and birders of all levels are welcome. Wear sun and wind protection, bring water, and binoculars (though not required). Allow 30-45 minutes. Thursday April 4 10:30am and 2:30pm Wildflower Walk Meet at Jasper Forest parking lot near overlook Join a ranger for a treasure hunt - looking for early wildflowers of Petrified Forest National Park! This is an easy off-trail stroll and all are welcome. Wear good footwear, protection from the sun & weather, and bring water. Allow 45 minutes. Thursday April 4 through Sunday April 7 10am-3pm Cultural Demonstration Painted Desert Inn Promoting awareness and appreciation for diverse cultures connected to Petrified Forest, Mae Horseman and Tatianna Darmer will share their heritage and Navajo beading skills throughout the day. Stop by to enjoy a cultural connection! Tuesday April 9 10am Beginning Birders Walk Meet in front of Painted Desert Visitor Center Join a ranger for a stroll around the Painted Desert Visitor Center complex in search of resident and migratory birds of Petrified Forest! An easy, paved walk and birders of all levels are welcome. Wear sun and wind protection, bring water, and binoculars (though not required). Allow 30-45 minutes. Wednesday April 10 through Saturday April 13 10am-3pm Cultural Demonstration Painted Desert Inn Promoting awareness and appreciation for diverse cultures connected to Petrified Forest, Navajo beader and silversmith Alphonso John will share his heritage and skills throughout the day. Stop by to enjoy a cultural connection! Thursday April 11 10:30am and 2:30pm Wildflower Walk Meet at Jasper Forest parking lot near overlook Join a ranger for a treasure hunt - looking for early wildflowers of Petrified Forest National Park! This is an easy off-trail stroll and all are welcome. Wear good footwear, protection from the sun & weather, and bring water. Allow 45 minutes. Tuesday April 16 10am Beginning Birders Walk Meet in front of Painted Desert Visitor Center Join a ranger for a stroll around the Painted Desert Visitor Center complex in search of resident and migratory birds of Petrified Forest! An easy, paved walk and birders of all levels are welcome. Wear sun and wind protection, bring water, and binoculars (though not required). Allow 30-45 minutes. Thursday April 18 10:30am and 2:30pm Wildflower Walk Meet at Jasper Forest parking lot near overlook Join a ranger for a treasure hunt - looking for early wildflowers of Petrified Forest National Park! This is an easy off-trail stroll and all are welcome. Wear good footwear, protection from the sun & weather, and bring water. Allow 45 minutes. Thursday April 18 through Sunday April 21 10am-3pm Cultural Demonstration Painted Desert Inn Promoting awareness and appreciation for diverse cultures connected to Petrified Forest, Navajo rug weaver Lucille Smith will share her heritage and skills throughout the day. Stop by to enjoy a cultural connection! Thursday April 25 10:30am and 2:30pm Wildflower Walk Meet at Jasper Forest parking lot near overlook Join a ranger for a treasure hunt - looking for early wildflowers of Petrified Forest National Park! This is an easy off-trail stroll and all are welcome. Wear good footwear, protection from the sun & weather, and bring water. Allow 45 minutes. Thursday April 25 through Sunday April 28 10am-3pm Cultural Demonstration Painted Desert Inn Promoting awareness and appreciation for diverse cultures connected to Petrified Forest, Navajo rug weaver Alice Hawthorne will share her heritage and skills throughout the day. Stop by to enjoy a cultural connection! Tuesday April 30 10am Beginning Birders Walk Meet in front of Painted Desert Visitor Center Join a ranger for a stroll around the Painted Desert Visitor Center complex in search of resident and migratory birds of Petrified Forest! An easy, paved walk and birders of all levels are welcome. Wear sun and wind protection, bring water, and binoculars (though not required). Allow 30-45 minutes.
Petrified Forest National Park Program Schedule May 2019 All are welcome and all programs are included with normal park admission unless otherwise indicated. Need further information? Contact (928) 524-6228 x245 Paleontology lab demonstrations every Sunday and Wednesday 9am-3pm Tuesdays 3pm Beginning Birders Walk Meet in front of Painted Desert Visitor Center Join a ranger for a stroll around the Painted Desert Visitor Center complex in search of resident and migratory birds of Petrified Forest! An easy, paved walk and birders of all levels are welcome. Wear sun and wind protection, bring water, and binoculars (though not required). Allow 30-45 minutes. Thursdays 10:30am Wildflower Walk Meet at Jasper Forest parking lot near overlook Join a ranger for a treasure hunt - looking for early wildflowers of Petrified Forest National Park! This is an easy off-trail stroll and all are welcome. Wear good footwear, protection from the sun & weather, and bring water. Allow 45 minutes. Every Thursday through Sunday 10am-3pm Cultural Demonstration Painted Desert Inn Promoting awareness and appreciation for diverse cultures connected to Petrified Forest, artists and crafters will share their heritage and skills throughout the day. Stop by to enjoy a cultural connection! 
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NPS Field Institute Petrified Forest Field Institute is proud to offer guided tours and field classes exploring fun and compelling subjects lead by world class guides and experts. See www.petrifiedforestinstitute.org for more. Or click here to go directly to their class schedule. May 2019
NPS Artist-in-Residence Program In the Artist-in-Residence Program selected artists spend time living and working in the park, sharing their experiences with visitors. 
NPS/Hallie Larsen Paleontology Lab Demos Visit with the park's paleontolgists as they prepare fossils brought in from the field every Wednesdays, Thursdays*, and Sundays. Ask at the visitor center desk for more information. |
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Last updated: April 20, 2019