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Night Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207, USA

The hike will cover 2.6 miles on the Blevins trail. This hike is rated as easy, plan to walk on rocky and sandy trail. It is encouraged that you water supportive shoes and if inclines or declines are an issue for you take along some trekking poles. Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if [...]

Sunrise Hike

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Arizona

Join Ranger Nikki on a 4.5-mile easy to moderate hike at sunrise to enjoy the sights and sounds of the morning desert. We will watch for birds, mammals and reptiles as the sun rises and the day warms up. The route follows San Tan, Hedgehog and Moonlight Trails. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a hat, [...]

Scorpion Safari (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

McDowell Mountain Regional Park, 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 AZ, United States

Join Ranger Kevin for an easy 2-mile night hike on the Tortoise and Hilltop trails. We will be looking for all three species of scorpion native to our neck of the Sonoran Desert: Striped-tail, Bark, and, of course, the Giant Desert Hairy. Who knows what else we may see? Trails are rated easy, with minimal [...]

Creatures of the Night Walk (Registration Required, Limit 12 Participants)

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N Spur Cross Rd, Cave Creek, United States

Join Ranger Steve for a roughly 2.5 mile sunset/twilight hike on the easy terrain of the Spur Cross and Metate Trails. We’ll be searching for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife such as snakes, scorpions, spiders, and more! Please wear hard-soled shoes or boots, bring plenty of water, and don’t forget a flashlight or UV light if [...]

Creatures of the Night Walk (Registration Required, Limit 10 Participants)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, Arizona

Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them, but some will [...]

Cacti and Critters Hike

Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207, USA

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to look for critters such as birds perched in cacti and lizards and small mammals darting among the trees and shrubs. The route will be 2.5 miles and follow Blevins east and loop around Cat Peaks Pass. Blevins Trail is mostly flat and Cat Peak Pass [...]

Silverton Alpine Marathon

Silverton Memorial Park Greene St Silverton, CO 81433, Colorado, CO, United States

50 Kilometer and Marathon (~26.7 Mile) loop in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. The course follows the “Alpine Loop” jeep roads past the ghost mining towns of Howardsville, Eureka, Animas Forks and Gladstone. High point is California Pass at 12,930 feet! The 8 mile out and back race will take you to Howardsville for [...]

Riparian Hike

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N Spur Cross Rd, Cave Creek, United States

The hike will follow the 2-mile Dragonfly Trail in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve. The trail is rated as easy but does have a few small hill climbs so make sure to wear shoes with good ankle support or bring trekking poles if you need a little help. The trails feature large cottonwood trees, [...]

Estrella Mtn. Regional Park Bird Walk, June 10th, July 8th, Aug 12th

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338, Arizona

Estrella Park Bird Walk, Second Sat. of Each Month. Discover area birds, ID and habits in the Sonoran Desert. Meet at the Estrella Mountain Regional Park Nature Center. Program/Presentation in Nature Center to follow bird hike. Explore the Birds of Estrella Mountain Regional Park on a bird walk. The event(s) will take place on the [...]

Guided Dragonfly Walk (Registration Required, Limit 12)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, Arizona

Did you know that over 50 species of dragonflies and damselflies can be found at the Preserve? Join Ranger Eric for a guided walk along the river and lake trails to explore the fascinating world of dragonflies and damselflies. We’ll also see other aquatic and riparian wildlife along the way! Please bring ample water and [...]

Estrella Mtn. Reg. Park Bird Programs, Second Sat. Each Month, in the Nature Center

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338, Arizona

Bird Programs with Joe Ford in the Estrella Park Nature Center following the Bird Hikes. Program will start approximately 8:45 AM after the Bird Hike. Bird Program talk and Power Point Presentation with Joe Ford in the Estrella Park Nature Center following the Bird Hikes.  Topics cover bird images, habits, maps, details and bird life.  Program [...]

Creatures of the Night Walk (Registration Required, Limit 12 Participants)

McDowell Mountain Regional Park, 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 AZ, United States

Join Ranger Steve for a roughly 2.5 mile sunset/twilight hike on the easy terrain of the Pemberton and Stoneman Wash Trails. We’ll be searching for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife such as snakes, scorpions, spiders, and more! Please wear hard-soled shoes or boots, bring plenty of water, and don’t forget a flashlight or UV light if [...]

Kendall Mountain Run

Kendall Mountain 1 Kendall Pl, Silverton, CO 81433, United States, Silverton, CO, United States

Meet the mountain this summer in Silverton, Colorado! The Kendall Mountain Run starts in downtown Silverton and traverses jeep roads to within a final 300 vertical foot scramble to the summit of Kendall Mountain overlooking town and the majestic San Juan Mountains. Ascend from 9,318 feet to 13,066 feet to tag the summit! Experience the [...]

Plant Hike

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Arizona

Join Ranger Nikki on a 5.5-mile easy to moderate terrain hike at sunrise to observe various plants of the desert and watch for birds, mammals and reptiles starting their day. The route follows San Tan and Hedgehog Trails. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water. Restrooms and water are available [...]

Scorpion Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

Cave Creek Regional Park, 37019 N Lava Ln, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, USA

Join Ranger Derik on a moderate 2.5-mile hike to learn about creatures that come out after dark in the desert. Bring plenty of water and wear closed toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen and of course a flashlight. Restrooms are available in the park and water is available at the Nature Center, where we start [...]

Creatures of the Morning Hike

White Tanks Regional Park 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ, United States

Join Ranger Kevin for an approximately 2-mile hike on the Mesquite Trail. Trail is rated moderate, with elevation change as well as stretched loose rock and/or uneven terrain. We will be on the lookout for a variety of Sonoran Desert wildlife, from birds and insects to reptiles and mammals. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and [...]

Scorpion Hike (Registration Required, Limit 15 Participants)

Lake Pleasant Regional Park, 41835 N Castle Hot Springs Rd, Morristown, AZ 85342, USA 39401 N Lake Pleasant Rd, United States

We will hike for 2 miles along the Pipeline Canyon Trail which is rated as moderate. The trail is rocky sandy and uneven, so it is encouraged that you wear supportive close-toed shoes. Make sure to bring water on the hike as well as a flashlight; blacklights will be provided. The trailhead has a bathroom [...]

Plant Hike

Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207, USA

See a variety of cacti and riparian plants near the wash as you hike with Ranger Nikki on easy to moderate trails. The route will be about 2 miles and use NoSo and portions of Blevins and Crismon Wash Trails. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water, a hat and sunscreen. Restrooms and water are available [...]

Discovery Station: Hiking & Boating Safety

Lake Pleasant Regional Park, 41835 N Castle Hot Springs Rd, Morristown, AZ 85342, USA 39401 N Lake Pleasant Rd, United States

Learn how to safely hike in the desert and stay safe on the lake. A station will be set up at the Discovery Center with information and handouts on how to have fun and stay save in our county parks. A ranger will be available to give advice, answer questions and recommend hikes at the [...]

Desert 101 Hike

Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207, USA

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate terrain hike to learn about adaptations and survival strategies of many of the plants and animals in our Sonoran Desert. The 2-mile route follows the easy terrain of Merkle Trail and ventures onto moderate Blevins and a short portion of sand in Crismon Wash. Wear closed-toe shoes [...]

Mt Graham July 14-16 Camp/Ride/Work

Upper Arcadia Group Camp AZ-366, Safford, AZ, United States

Please join SDMB July 14-16th, 2023 at Upper Arcadia Group Campground (6700ft) for a weekend of Trail Work, Bike Riding, Hiking and Camping. Our focus will most likely be working on middle to to upper Ladybug brushing, opening up corners and re-benching tread. If you like rock work there will be opportunities, but it will [...]

Drainage and Corridor Work in Hart Prarie

Bismarck Lake Fire Rd 151, Flagstaff, AZ, United States

Join us for a gorgeous day of trail maintenance on the slopes of the Kachina Peaks. We'll meet near Bismark Lake and work northbound on the AZT, installing drainage features and clearing brush from the corridor. Participants should be prepared to walk between 3-5 miles with tools at elevation of close to 9,000'.

Creatures of the Morning Hike

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Arizona

Join Ranger Kevin for an approximately 2-mile hike on the Rock Peak Wash Trail. The hike will be on the easy, but sandy, terrain of a desert wash. We will be on the lookout for a variety of Sonoran Desert wildlife, from birds to reptiles to mammals. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring plenty [...]

Creatures of the Morning Hike

Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207, USA

Join Ranger Kevin for an approximately 2.7-mile hike on the Pass Mountain, Cat Peaks, Meridian and Blevins Trails. Trails are rated moderate, with some elevation change as well as stretches of loose rock and/or uneven terrain. We will be on the lookout for a variety of Sonoran Desert wildlife, from birds to reptiles to mammals. [...]

Morning Fitness Hike (Registration Required, Limit 10 Participants)

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Arizona

We will hike 4 miles on sections of the San Tan, Moonlight, and Gold Mine trails together the route is rated as moderate. The trails are rocky, sandy, and uneven make sure to wear proper footwear and bling plenty of water. Bathrooms and a water fountain are available at the nature center. MEETING LOCATION: We [...]

Desert 101 Hike

McDowell Mountain Regional Park, 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 AZ, United States

Join Ranger Nikki on a 2-mile easy to moderate hike to learn about our fascinating Sonoran Desert and how plants and animals survive, particularly during the summer. The route is an out-and-back on Tortoise and Hilltop Trails. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water, a hat and sunscreen. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature [...]

Scorpion Safari (Registration Required, Limit 15 Participants)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, Arizona

Join Ranger Kevin for an easy 2-mile night hike on the Palm Lake, Willow Walkway, Mesquite Meander and River Ramble trails. We will be looking for all three species of scorpion native to our neck of the Sonoran Desert: Striped-tail, Bark, and, of course, the Giant Desert Hairy. Who knows what else we may see? [...]

Scorpion Hike ***Handicap Accessible*** (Registration Required, Limit 15 Participants)

White Tanks Regional Park 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ, United States

Have you ever wanted to explore the desert at night? The waterfall trail is a paved for most of the distance and offers great views of the White Tank Mountains, as well as amazing plants and animals. While we will not be able to see the waterfall (which rarely runs this time of year), we [...]

Cactus Hike

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338, Arizona

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy 2-mile hike to learn about and look for flowers and fruit of various cacti including saguaros, barrels, prickly pears, cholla and hedgehogs. The route follows the easy terrain of Horseshoe and Gila Trails. Bring plenty of water and wear closed toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Restrooms and water are [...]

Guided Nature Walk (Registration Required, Limit 12 Participants)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, Arizona

Join Ranger Eric for an easy-paced, guided walk along the Preserve trails to learn about the plants, animals, ecology, and history of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Please wear sun protection and carry ample water. Binoculars are available to borrow at the Visitor Center. We will hike about 1 mile on mostly flat, but occasionally sandy [...]

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