Asombro Institute for Science Education
Bringing the wonder of science and the desert to K-12 students and adults for more than 35 years
We offer a variety of standards-aligned classroom and schoolyard lessons, field trips, and small group programs. Click the button below to learn more and submit a program request!
Asombro manages an outdoor classroom, the 935-acre Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park, just northeast of Las Cruces. Plan your visit and learn about everything the park has to offer.
Asombro needs your help to provide hands-on science to our community! Get involved by donating, volunteering, or supporting in other ways.
We offer a variety of standards-aligned classroom and schoolyard lessons, field trips, and small group programs. Click the button below to learn more and submit a program request!
Asombro manages an outdoor classroom, the 935-acre Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park, just northeast of Las Cruces. Plan your visit and learn about everything the park has to offer.
Asombro needs your help to provide hands-on science to our community! Get involved by donating, volunteering, or supporting in other ways.
Fundraiser Opportunity at Raising Cane's
Saturday, April 4 12:00-4:00pm
Mention Asombro at the register on Saturday, April 4th from 12pm-4pm and they will donate 15% of the Net Sales to Asombro.
Make Your Donation Go Farther on Giving Day
Saturday, April 24 All Day
This year between April 13th-24th the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico is helping to make your donation go further at Asombro.
Art in the Park
Saturday, April 11 9:00-11:00am
at the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park
Come celebrate art and nature with Asombro at the Nature Park during this free event. Hands-on, family friendly activities and demonstrations will showcase watercolor painting, fiber arts, and murals, all inspired by the desert.
Volunteer with Asombro
Asombro is seeking volunteers to support our mission.
- Join Asombro staff in classrooms and on field trips
- Help teach an activity during a Saturday event at the Park
- Prepare lesson materials at our office
- Help maintain trails at the Nature Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer Gathering: at the office: Tues, Apr 14 9:30-10:30am
Art in the Park Event: Sat, Apr 11 9:00-11:00am
Classroom Programs: Scheduled for most school days.
Help at the Nature Park: Most Wednesday, occasional Saturdays
