The Insomniac Night Trail Run Series consists of six night runs throughout the Maricopa County Regional Parks from April through September. It's our way of escaping the summer heat while continuing to race and experience both familiar and unfamiliar trails in a different light. Distances range from 5 kilometers to 75 kilometers. Save 20-25% on registration when [...]
To celebrate the second year of Aravaipa's iconic 250-mile trail race, the Cocodona 250, we're bringing a slice of Arizona to you! Inspired by the week-long in-person event, the Cocodona Virtual Experience is your chance to rack up 250+ miles on your local trails or treadmill, starting the same day the in-person racers hit the [...]
We will be working on prison camp for our May work day. When/Where: Meet at Molino Basin at 7 am. What to bring: -Long work pants or jeans (no shorts or yoga pants please) -Closed toe shoes/work boots -Long sleeve shirts (recommended but not required) -Eye protection -Hat -Pack with at least 100oz [...]
Join Ranger Nikki for a 3-mile hike on the easy terrain of North Trail to learn about a variety of plant life, including brittlebush and bursage shrubs, cacti and legume trees. Restrooms are available the nearby picnic area and water is available at the Nature Center. MEETING LOCATION: North Trail Trailhead (approximately 4 miles from [...]
Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Today is eBird Global Big Day, a 24-hour citizen science event dedicated to getting birders into the field across the world to count birds of all species! [...]
What makes a cactus a cactus? How can plants survive scorching temperatures? Can you eat Cactus? Get the answers to these questions on Ranger Evan’s Crazy for Cacti walk. We will be hiking approximately 3 miles, with some significant elevation changes. Please bring plenty of water and wear closed-toe shoes, no pets please. Restrooms will [...]
Maricopa County Parks-Desert Defenders-Native Seed Harvest Maricopa County Parks is hosting several native seed harvest events in April and May at several of our parks. The native seed harvested will be planted in habitat enhancement projects, invasive species removal areas, and parks impacted by wildfires. Collecting and planting local seed genotypes will help maintain the [...]
This race is NOT included in the MBAA series registration. Important Info: Please view the PARKING MAP. NO DOGS or alcohol allowed per camp restrictions. No RVs or camping at the venue. Camping available at the Alto Pit Campground and Yavapai Campground nearby. Cabins available to rent at Emmanuel Pines, please call (928) 445-1509. Feeding/hand ups are allowed in the finish [...]
Join Ranger Nikki for a talk about our desert’s majestic saguaro cacti. Learn about their life cycle from tiny seed to fallen skeleton and all of the beneficial things it provides in between. This program will take place inside the Nature Center and venture outdoors to a covered ramada and the start of a nearby [...]
Join Ranger Steve for an evening trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! Wildlife seen on past walks have included snakes, bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, burros, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them. [...]
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