Asombro Institute for Science Education
Bringing the wonder of science and the desert to K-12 students and adults for more than 30 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.
Luminarias: Light Up The Night
Join Asombro at the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park as we light up the desert with hundreds of Luminarias.
Friday, December 13th, 5:00-7:30pm
For more detail visit our Events Page
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, Dec 10, 9:30-10:30
Luminarias: Fri, Dec. 13, 5:00-7:30PM
Friends of the CDNP Gathering: Sat, Dec. 14, 8:00-11:00AM
Classroom Programs: most school days
