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Yavapai Exploration and Science (YES!) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit science and hands-on learning center poised to offer new and exciting learning opportunities for the families of Yavapai County.

15/10/2026

🍎 Day 4 of Fall STEAM Camp was apple-solutely full of discovery!

Our YES! explorers took a closer look inside an apple, made their own applesauce, and investigated a big question: Why do cut apples turn brown? Through our apple oxidation experiment, campers practiced making predictions, observing changes, and comparing what they noticed.

Then we added a little engineering and art! Campers created their own apple baskets and used Q-tips to dot colorful designs onto their candy apple paintings. From mixing and investigating to building and painting, there were so many ways to learn with apples!

We love watching curiosity, creativity, and confidence grow through hands-on learning. What a sweet day to Explore. Learn. Grow. at YES! 🍎

15/10/2026

🕸️🦇 Explorations and Expeditions Thursday! 🌟🔬

Can you build a spider web that holds weight? Put your engineering skills to the test with this Spider Web Challenge!

🔎 Try the Spider Web Challenge 🕷️🕸️

Materials:
- Tape or string
- Scissors
- Small lightweight objects (cotton balls, toy spiders, paper clips)

Directions:
1. Use string or tape to build a spider web between two chairs or surfaces.
2. Test different designs — crisscross, circular, spiral.
3. Place small objects on the web. Which design holds the most weight?

🧪 The Science: Engineers study shapes and patterns to make structures strong. Spider webs use tension and geometry to support weight.

💡 Challenge: Try different string thicknesses or web shapes — which works best?

📸 Show us your spider webs!

14/10/2026

We’re gobbling up the fun at YES! 🦃

Day 3 of Fall STEAM Camp was all about fall animals, with turkeys taking center stage! After talking about turkeys, our campers made their own turkey waddlers and brought their creativity to life with colorful turkey clips.

Then it was time for an engineering challenge: building turkey shelters! Using blocks, magnetic tiles, and plenty of imagination, our young builders designed cozy spaces for their feathered friends while practicing teamwork, problem-solving, and trying new ideas.

Of course, we also made time to play! From creative construction to pretend adventures, the learning kept going as campers explored together.

Big ideas, busy hands, and a whole flock of fun! 💛

Explore. Learn. Grow.

Wishlist Wednesday ✨💙Every donation, big or small, helps build a place where curiosity comes to life.When you support YE...
14/10/2026

Wishlist Wednesday ✨💙

Every donation, big or small, helps build a place where curiosity comes to life.

When you support YES!, you're helping us grow the YES! Exploration Center, expand hands-on STEAM experiences, create new exhibits, provide engaging learning materials, and bring more free and affordable programs to children and families throughout our community.

From art supplies and science materials to books, building tools, sensory items, and educational resources, every item on our wishlist helps spark imagination and inspire the next generation of explorers.

🌟 Want to make a difference today? Visit our Amazon Wishlist and help us continue creating a space where kids can Explore. Learn. Grow.

🛒 Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/042Oodig

Together, we're building more than a learning center. We're building a community where every child has the opportunity to discover, create, and dream.

💚 Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the future of YES! Every gift makes a difference.

Happy National Dessert Day! 🍰🍪Today is a great excuse to enjoy a favorite treat and get curious about the science behind...
14/10/2026

Happy National Dessert Day! 🍰🍪

Today is a great excuse to enjoy a favorite treat and get curious about the science behind it. Measuring ingredients uses math, mixing combines materials, and heat causes changes you can see as a dessert bakes or sets. Even a simple recipe can become a hands-on learning experience for the whole family!

Whether you love cookies, cupcakes, pie, or something else, we hope your day includes a little sweetness. What’s your family’s favorite dessert to make or enjoy?
Tell us in the comments!

13/10/2026

🎃 Oh my gourd—Day 2 of Fall STEAM Camp was full of pumpkin discoveries!

Our explorers rolled up their sleeves and investigated pumpkins from the inside out! From squishy pulp and slippery seeds to bubbling “puking pumpkins,” we had plenty of opportunities to ask questions, make observations, and get a little messy.

We turned pumpkin seeds into works of art and painted our own mini pumpkins, adding a splash of creativity to our science-filled day. Along the way, campers practiced fine motor skills, shared ideas, and discovered just how much learning can fit inside a pumpkin!

This is what hands-on STEAM at YES! looks like: curious minds, busy hands, and big smiles.

Explore. Learn. Grow.

🍕 Dine for a Cause at Rosa’s Prescott! 💙Join us for dinner at Rosa’s Prescott on Monday, October 19, from 5–9 PM, and 10...
13/10/2026

🍕 Dine for a Cause at Rosa’s Prescott! 💙

Join us for dinner at Rosa’s Prescott on Monday, October 19, from 5–9 PM, and 10% of your purchase will be donated to YES! to help us continue providing hands-on STEAM education opportunities for children and families throughout our community.

Keep your receipt and bring it to the YES! Exploration Center on Tuesday, October 20, for a special gift from Rosa’s for your Early Explorer! 🔬✨

Enjoy a delicious meal, support YES!, and make learning possible for local families. We hope to see you there!

Tuesday Science Snapshot!Bees can see patterns on flowers that we can’t!Honey bees can see ultraviolet light, which is i...
13/10/2026

Tuesday Science Snapshot!

Bees can see patterns on flowers that we can’t!

Honey bees can see ultraviolet light, which is invisible to human eyes. Some flowers have ultraviolet patterns called nectar guides. These markings can help guide bees toward nectar and pollen, like tiny landing directions on a flower.

The next time you see a flower, imagine the hidden patterns a bee might be seeing!

12/10/2026

🍂 Little leaves. BIG discoveries!

Day 1 of Fall STEAM Camp at YES! was all about leaves! Our curious campers explored tiny details with microscopes, got creative with leaf art, and enjoyed hands-on fall sensory play. We also made time to build, problem-solve, and discover together!

Every observation, creation, and “look what I found!” moment helped our campers practice curiosity, creativity, and teamwork.

Missed today? There’s still time to join us for 4 amazing days of fall STEAM learning! From pumpkins and fall animals to apples and engineering challenges, we have so much more to explore.

Sign up at www.yes-az.org and join the fall fun!

Explore. Learn. Grow.

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Indigenous Peoples’ DayToday, we recognize and honor Indigenous peoples, their histories, cultures, knowledge, and endur...
12/10/2026

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Today, we recognize and honor Indigenous peoples, their histories, cultures, knowledge, and enduring contributions.

At YES!, we believe curiosity and learning can help us better understand the world around us. We’re grateful for the Indigenous communities whose knowledge, traditions, and care for the natural world continue to shape our understanding of the places we call home.

We encourage families to take time today to learn from Indigenous voices and explore the histories of the Indigenous peoples connected to our region.

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530 S. Montezuma Street Ste A

86303

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 15:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 15:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 15:00
Thursday 09:00 - 15:00
Friday 09:00 - 15:00
Saturday 09:00 - 15:00

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