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.
Support Hands-on Science for Every Student!
As 2024 comes to a close, please consider donating to Asombro to support our work. With the help of our community, we provide fun, hands-on science education to students, teachers, and the public!
All donations are tax-deductible.
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
Parking is limited. So, please bring your patience and willingness to walk! 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
