Join us for this 2.5-mile hike that will introduce you to the rich archaeological history of the area. See evidence of prehistoric Hohokam dwellings and learn about their culture as we trek up to one of their mesa-top compounds. Bring plenty of water. No dogs on this hike. Meet at the main trailhead area where restrooms [...]
Join us for this 2.5-mile hike that will introduce you to the rich archaeological history of the area. See evidence of prehistoric Hohokam dwellings and learn about their culture as we trek up to one of their mesa-top compounds. Bring plenty of water. No dogs on this hike. Meet at the main trailhead area where restrooms [...]
Join us for a 7-mile/5 hour roundtrip trek into the backcountry to one of the premier archaeological sites on the conservation area. Participants need to be in good condition and familiar with what hiking on primitive trails for this distance entails. Bring at least two liters of water and a snack. We recommend you wear [...]
Join us for a 7-mile/5 hour roundtrip trek into the backcountry to one of the premier archaeological sites on the conservation area. Participants need to be in good condition and familiar with what hiking on primitive trails for this distance entails. Bring at least two liters of water and a snack. We recommend you wear [...]
Join us for this 2.5-mile hike that will introduce you to the rich archaeological history of the area. See evidence of prehistoric Hohokam dwellings and learn about their culture as we trek up to one of their mesa-top compounds. Bring plenty of water. No dogs on this hike. Meet at the main trailhead area where restrooms [...]
This free event will begin at 9AM with a guided tour of the ruins at 10AM by retired Tonto National Forest Archaeologist Scott Wood. Ancient Hohokam Indians fortified this hilltop during the late 1000s, building massive walls of stone around its upper levels. As many as 100 people may have occupied its 40 masonry rooms [...]
Learn about the history of the Wickenburg area during this guided walk. Click on program title for more details. Join Preserve Supervisor and archaeologist Jessica Bland for an easy, 2-hour guided trail walk to learn about the fascinating archaeology and history of the area. Space is limited. To register, please call the Visitor Center at [...]
Join us for this 2.5-mile hike that will introduce you to the rich archaeological history of the area. See evidence of prehistoric Hohokam dwellings and learn about their culture as we trek up to one of their mesa-top compounds. Bring plenty of water. No dogs on this hike. Meet at the main trailhead area where restrooms [...]
Honey Bee Canyon Petroglyph Walk Trip difficulty: Easy to Moderate. Elevation gain is less than 100 feet. 2.5 miles on moderately loose wash sand. Restrooms and water available at trailhead. Trip duration under 3 hours. We’ll walk beyond the site of the Hohokam Petroglyphs (at 1 mile) and learn the sounds of some of our noisier [...]
Join us for this 2.5-mile hike that will introduce you to the rich archaeological history of the area. See evidence of prehistoric Hohokam dwellings and learn about their culture as we trek up to one of their mesa-top compounds. Bring plenty of water. No dogs on this hike. Meet at the main trailhead area where restrooms [...]
We're asking folks to register because we'll be bringing snacks and drinks and want to be sure to have enough. Join us on Saturday, October 29th at Shoofly Village for an open house from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Retired U.S. Forest Service archaeologist Scott Wood will be leading tours of the site and sharing insight [...]
Over 300 million years ago, Payson and the surrounding area was completely underwater. Limestone deposits from that era still remain, and in them are millions of fossilized seashells, coral, and aquatic creatures. Known as The Paleo Site, this incredible place is frozen in a time before dinosaurs walked the earth. Admission is completely free – [...]
Learn about the geology and streams of the Spur Cross region on an easy two-mile walk with nationally known earth science author and park docent Thomas McGuire. Visit an abandoned gold mine, Nutcracker Rock, and a Hohokam rock art site along Cottonwood Wash. Bring plenty of water and your natural curiosity. No dogs on this hike. [...]
Join park volunteer Chris Reed on this easy two mile hike to discover the hidden treasures of the Waterfall Trail. Join park volunteer Chris Reed on this easy 2 mile hike up the Waterfall Trail and step back in time to see the hidden treasures along this partially barrier-free interpretive trail. See ancient Hohokam petroglyphs [...]
Join Ranger Steve for a presentation on the history, climate, wildlife, and geology of the Sonoran Desert. Click on program title for more details. Join Ranger Steve for a classroom presentation on the wonderful Sonoran Desert! What makes our desert special? What sets it apart from other deserts in the USA? Why do cacti have [...]
Learn about the geology and streams of the Spur Cross region on an easy two-mile walk with nationally known earth science author and park docent Thomas McGuire. Visit an abandoned gold mine, Nutcracker Rock, and a Hohokam rock art site along Cottonwood Wash. Bring plenty of water and your natural curiosity. No dogs on this hike. [...]
Come to the Nature Center and meet Ranger Kevin from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. The theme is Sonoran Desert Artifacts, so bring your curiosity and your questions! A table full of interesting objects will be on hand for you to inspect. No registration required, just drop on in! MEETING LOCATION: Back patio of Nature Center.
Join Ranger Kevin for a roughly 1.8-mile round-trip hike to the Clay Mine, site of a fortune made not of gold, but of snake oil. Program features a tour of the mine itself. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring water. Restrooms are available at the Nature Center. NO pets, please. MEETING LOCATION: Area near [...]
Join park volunteer Chris Reed on this easy 2 mile hike up the Waterfall Trail and step back in time to see the hidden treasures along this partially barrier-free interpretive trail. See ancient Hohokam petroglyphs and perhaps even some wildlife! Please wear a hat and/or sunscreen and sturdy footwear. Please bring plenty of water and [...]
Come to the Trailhead Staging Area and meet Ranger Kevin from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. The theme is Sonoran Desert Artifacts, so bring your curiosity and your questions! A table full of interesting objects will be on hand for you to inspect. No registration required, just drop on in! MEETING LOCATION: Trailhead Staging Area.
Join Arizona Jones on an adventure in Sedona looking for ancient ruins! Only 11 spots available. Details available on the Facebook page. See registration lINK.
Join Arizona Jones in Payson and search for fossils! Details coming soon, Keep an eye on the Facebook page,. See the registration link!
Join our expert archaeologist as we explore the challenges of the Archaic hunter and gatherer to survive and thrive in the Sonoran Desert of 2,000 years ago. See important desert flora and fauna, hunting sites and their importance to the survival of an Archaic band. Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~3 miles Time: ~2.5 hours Pets [...]
This Science Saturday, immerse yourself in the wonders of the past by visiting Willow Bend for this free, family-friendly event to celebrate archaeology month! Through engaging demonstrations, interactive games, and hands-on activities, learn all about archaeology! Excavate artifacts, build your own pottery, learn from experts and more! Science Saturday is an event held on the first [...]
Logan Simpson archaeologists Byl Bryce and Gavin Wisner will lead a 2-hour hands-on workshop that will take you back in time to learn the ancient skills of stone tool making. Gavin and Byl will demonstrate the many stages of reduction, starting with the raw materials and finishing with a usable tool, which will help you to understand [...]
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