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Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Daily Feedings & Presentations
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until January 22, 2023
One event on December 26, 2022 at 10:00 am
One event on January 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on January 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »Prepare for Summer Bugs
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join members of the American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) here at The Discovery and get up close and personal with pesky mosquitos. Visitors will be able to examine mosquitos and their larvae through microscopes, learn about the life cycle of these pests, play games, make crafts, and more.
Find out more »What Makes Us Human?
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join scientists from the American Association of Biological Anthropologists to talk about the biology and behavior of humans, primates, and human ancestors. They will have casts of bones from apes, monkeys, and extinct fossil species for visitors to examine, and spur questions and conversation. They will also be happy to talk about scientific careers, and what research is like in the lab or the field. All ages are welcome! The American Association of Biological Anthropologists, or AABA, is the world’s…
Find out more »UNR Chemistry Day
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join students and faculty from the University of Nevada, Reno’s Department of Chemistry to explore the wonderful world of chemistry through a variety of hands-on experience and live science demonstrations. Chemistry is the central science, and its principles operate in all aspects of our daily lives. Understanding chemistry is fundamental in understanding the world around us, everything from energy to biology, medicine to materials, and more.
Find out more »What Makes Nevada Wild?
One event on October 18, 2023 at 3:00 pm
One event on November 15, 2023 at 3:00 pm
One event on December 6, 2023 at 3:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2023 at 3:00 pm
One event on January 3, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to explore what makes Nevada wild! NDOW representatives will open the door for museum visitors of all ages to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes and lizards of Nevada, and learn how to become a confident, competent and ethical outdoor enthusiast. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW…
Find out more »What Makes Nevada Wild?
One event on October 18, 2023 at 3:00 pm
One event on November 15, 2023 at 3:00 pm
One event on December 6, 2023 at 3:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2023 at 3:00 pm
One event on January 3, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to explore what makes Nevada wild! NDOW representatives will open the door for museum visitors of all ages to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes and lizards of Nevada, and learn how to become a confident, competent and ethical outdoor enthusiast. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW…
Find out more »National Forest Foundation
One event on November 11, 2023 at 9:30 am
One event on November 18, 2023 at 9:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from the National Forest Foundation to learn about the importance of maintaining a healthy watershed. The National Forest Foundation is the leading organization inspiring personal and meaningful connections to our National Forests, the centerpiece of America’s public lands. Chartered by Congress, the National Forest Foundation was created with a simple mission: bring people together to restore and enhance our National Forests and Grasslands.
Find out more »National Forest Foundation
One event on November 11, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on November 18, 2023 at 10:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from the National Forest Foundation to learn about the importance of maintaining a healthy watershed. The National Forest Foundation is the leading organization inspiring personal and meaningful connections to our National Forests, the centerpiece of America’s public lands. Chartered by Congress, the National Forest Foundation was created with a simple mission: bring people together to restore and enhance our National Forests and Grasslands.
Find out more »What Makes Nevada Wild?
One event on October 18, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on November 15, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 6, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on January 3, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to explore what makes Nevada wild! NDOW representatives will open the door for museum visitors of all ages to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes and lizards of Nevada, and learn how to become a confident, competent and ethical outdoor enthusiast. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW…
Find out more »National Forest Foundation
One event on November 11, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on November 18, 2023 at 10:30 am
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from the National Forest Foundation to learn about the importance of maintaining a healthy watershed. The National Forest Foundation is the leading organization inspiring personal and meaningful connections to our National Forests, the centerpiece of America’s public lands. Chartered by Congress, the National Forest Foundation was created with a simple mission: bring people together to restore and enhance our National Forests and Grasslands.
Find out more »What Makes Nevada Wild?
One event on October 18, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on November 15, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 6, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on January 3, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to explore what makes Nevada wild! NDOW representatives will open the door for museum visitors of all ages to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes and lizards of Nevada, and learn how to become a confident, competent and ethical outdoor enthusiast. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW…
Find out more »Angling Education
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to learn about Nevada’s own “monster fish,” and get hands-on with the proper angling equipment you can use to reel one in! The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW is organized into seven divisions (Conservation Education, Habitat, Game, Data and Technology Services, Law Enforcement, Wildlife Diversity and Fisheries) that…
Find out more »What Makes Nevada Wild?
One event on October 18, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on November 15, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 6, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on January 3, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to explore what makes Nevada wild! NDOW representatives will open the door for museum visitors of all ages to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes and lizards of Nevada, and learn how to become a confident, competent and ethical outdoor enthusiast. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW…
Find out more »What Makes Nevada Wild?
One event on October 18, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on November 15, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 6, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm
One event on January 3, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to explore what makes Nevada wild! NDOW representatives will open the door for museum visitors of all ages to learn more about the bats, birds, snakes and lizards of Nevada, and learn how to become a confident, competent and ethical outdoor enthusiast. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW…
Find out more »Angling Education
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join experts from Nevada Department of Wildlife to learn about Nevada’s own “monster fish,” and get hands-on with the proper angling equipment you can use to reel one in! The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency responsible for the restoration and management of fish and wildlife resources, and the promotion of boating safety on Nevada’s waters. NDOW is organized into seven divisions (Conservation Education, Habitat, Game, Data and Technology Services, Law Enforcement, Wildlife Diversity and Fisheries) that…
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