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

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

Join Ranger Steve for an easy-moderate after-dark trail walk on the North Pipeline Trail to search for nocturnal wildlife! There’s no predetermined distance we’ll travel; due to the heat, we will take it slow and focus on finding wildlife. A good plan would be to assume a 1–2-mile hike with the potential for less. On [...]

Creatures of the Night Walk (Registration Required, Limit 15)

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

Join Rangers Eric and Steve to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! Hiking will be easy to moderate on sandy or uneven terrain, and will be about 1-2 miles roundtrip, depending on heat and participant interest. Wildlife may include scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals. Please bring [...]

Scorpion Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

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

The hike will cover 3.6 miles on both the Gila and Baseline trails. This hike is rated as moderate due to the several inclines over the course of the hike. 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 [...]

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

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

Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! Hiking will be easy to moderate on occasionally rocky and uneven terrain, and will be about 1-2 miles roundtrip, depending on heat and participant interest. Wildlife may include scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals. Please bring your [...]

Creatures of the Night Hike (Registration Required; Limit 16 Participants)

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

Come join Ranger Kevin as we hike for roughly 2 miles on several trails within the Preserve. Trails are mostly easy, with few areas of loose or uneven terrain and very little elevation change. Animals we may encounter on this evening hike include ringtails, raccoons, skunks, bats, owls, scorpions, spiders and snakes. Be sure to [...]

Creatures of the Night Hike (Registration Required, Limit 25 Participants)

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

The hike will cover 3.5 miles on sections of the Grey Fox, Ironwood, and Ford Canyon trails. This hike is rated as moderate due to the several inclines over the course of the hike. Plan to walk on rocky and sandy trail it is encouraged that you water supportive shoes and if inclines or declines [...]

Guided Nature Walk (Registration required. Limit 15 participants)

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

Join Ranger Nikki on a guided nature walk to learn about plants and animals of this lush preserve, including birds, mammals, reptiles, flowers and trees. This is an easy stroll on Palm Lake Loop and Mesquite Meander Trail that is just over a mile long. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water, a hat and sunscreen. [...]

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

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

Join Ranger Steve for an easy 1-mile hike on the Merkle Trail to look for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife! Wildlife seen on previous hikes includes snakes, lizards, owls, coyotes, javelina, bobcats, tarantulas, scorpions, and more! Please bring plenty of water, as mid-June temperatures are going to be hot, even after dark. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes [...]

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 an approximately 1-2 mile sunset/evening trail walk to look for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife! Past hikes have yielded species such as owls, snakes, lizards, scorpions, coyotes, bobcats, and more! Please keep in mind that hot temperatures will persist after dark, so bring plenty of water and/or electrolyte beverages. Wear sturdy closed-toe [...]

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

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

Look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Eric! Wildlife may include scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals. Hiking will be easy to moderate on occasionally rocky or uneven terrain, and will be about 1-2 miles roundtrip on the Mesquite Canyon Trail, depending on heat and participant [...]

Creatures of the Night Hike

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

Come join Ranger Kevin as we hike for roughly 2 miles on the Wild Burro Trail. Trail is rated mostly easy, but there are a few areas with loose rock/uneven terrain and some elevation change. Animals we may encounter on this evening hike include ringtails, raccoons, skunks, bats, owls, scorpions, spiders and snakes. Be sure [...]

Creatures of the Night Walk (Registration Required, Limit 15)

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

Join Rangers Eric and Steve to look for and learn about the nocturnal animals on this guided hike. Wildlife we may see includes scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals! We will access the Butterfield Trail starting from Toothaker Trail and hike 1-2 miles roundtrip, depending on heat and participant interest. The hiking terrain [...]

Night Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

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

Join Ranger Evan for an exciting evening hike along the park Trails. We’ll be hoping to see all sorts of critters of the night! The trail is rated easy-moderate with some rocky, uneven surfaces and some elevation change. Please bring water and wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Bring flashlights and black lights if you have them; [...]

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

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

Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the nocturnal animals on this guided hike. Wildlife we may see includes scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals! We will hike 1-2 miles roundtrip depending on heat and participant interest on the Rock Peak Wash Trail. The hike will be on easy, but sandy [...]

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 an exciting after-dark 2.5 mile hike along the Spur Cross and Metate Trails. We’ll be on the lookout for all kinds of evening-active critters, from skunks to scorpions, spiders, snakes, fox, coyote, deer, owls and more! The trail is rated easy-moderate with some rocky, uneven surfaces and some elevation change. Please [...]

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 [...]

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

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

Join Ranger Steve for an exciting evening hike along the park trails. We’ll be hoping to see all sorts of critters of the night! The trail is rated easy-moderate with some rocky, uneven surfaces and some elevation change. Please bring water and wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Bring flashlights and black lights if you have them. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Sunset Scorpion Search Trail Walk (Registration required, Limit 20)

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

Ranger Nikki will lead you on an out-and-back walk on easy terrain to enjoy the sunset and then search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions. Bring your blacklight and a regular flashlight. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring plenty of water. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature Center. Please bring $7 exact cash for [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Scorpion Safari (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

White Tank Mountain Regional Park Family Campground, 13073-20685 W Valley Vista Dr, Waddell, AZ 85355, USA

Join Ranger Kevin for an approximately 1.8-mile loop on the Black Rock Trail. 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? Trail is rated easy, with very little loose [...]

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 Rangers Eric, Shaun, and Evan for a guided walk along the river and lake trails to explore the fascinating world of dragonflies and damselflies. We will also see other aquatic and riparian wildlife along the way! Please bring [...]

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 [...]

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

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

Join Ranger Steve for a roughly 2-mile sunset/twilight hike on the easy terrain of the Waterfall Trail. 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 you have one! Trails [...]

Scorpion Safari

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

Join Ranger Kevin for an easy walk on the 1-Mile Loop Path. 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? Trail is rated easy and is mostly paved. Please [...]

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 [...]

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