Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, increase wildfire occurrences, and magnitude. Join the new Desert Defenders program to help us find and remove these plants! Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on finding, mapping, and removing invasive species while hiking [...]
Learn about butterflies, identification and their food sources on an easy stroll with the ranger. Click program title for registration information. Join a ranger for a short indoor class and easy stroll around the Nature Center and nearby areas to learn about butterflies that can be found in our desert. You will see some of [...]
A nighttime ride for experienced riders. Shed your work schedule then spend the evening lighting up the trails on two-wheels. During this San Tan Bikes-sponsored adventure, old familiar trails become new again; challenging your skills from new and heightened perspectives. First timers to experts, this is a no-drop ride. Please bring your helmet and two [...]
The ATA VETS Program and Coronado National Forest Service are hosting this Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend (VVWW) continuing to build a brand new reroute section on Passage 4 of the Arizona Trail near the picturesque town of Patagonia, AZ. As a special bonus, we will be celebrating the birthday of one of our regular veteran volunteers, Collin [...]
April 21, Thursday, 7:00 AMIntroduction to Sonoran Desert Birds – Sabino CanyonRegistration for this trip is free. | Register HereTrip difficulty: Moderate. Walk about 2 miles, primarily on dirt paths, limited elevation gain.Meet by 7 am at the Visitor Center. We’ll finish by 9:00am.This trip is intended for people new to birding or for birders from [...]
Maricopa County Parks is hosting several native seed harvest events in April and May at several parks. The native seed harvested will later be used to help in park restoration projects and will be planted in invasive species removal areas and parks impacted by wildfires. Collecting and planting local seed genotypes will help maintain the [...]
Join the ranger on a 4.5-mile moderate hike on San Tan, Hedgehog and Moonlight Trails in search of our State Flower – the saguaro cactus blossom. Registration required. Join the ranger on a 4.5-mile moderate hike on San Tan, Hedgehog and Moonlight Trails in search of our State Flower – the saguaro cactus blossom. We [...]
April 21- Thursday, 5:10 pmEvening Birding: Sweetwater WetlandsRegistration for this trip is free. | Register here beginning March 12Trip difficulty: Easy. 1 mile on mostly paved surfaces with some slight declines and rocky areas.Join Kirsten Howe on this outing to see Sweetwater in a new light- the light of the setting sun! While most agree that [...]
Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, increase wildfire occurrences, and magnitude. Join the new Desert Defenders program to help us find and remove these plants! Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on finding, mapping, and removing invasive species while hiking [...]
April 22- Friday, 7:30 amOracle State ParkRegistration for this trip is free. | Register here beginning March 12Bird beautiful Oracle State Park situated at 4500 ft. elevation which means cooler temperatures and the chance to see some higher elevation species like Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay, Crissal Thrasher, and Canyon Towhee. Walk 1-2 miles on fairly level terrain [...]
Come hike with Ranger Kevin in celebration of Earth Day. The hike will take us through the beautiful riparian stretch of Cave Creek on the lower Dragonfly Trail for approximately two miles. Bring plenty of water. No dogs on this hike. Meet at the main Spur Cross parking area. Registration is required for this program. Attendance is [...]
Learn about butterflies of the Sonoran Desert and plants you can use to attract them to your garden! Click on title for more details. For Earth Day, learn about butterflies of the Sonoran Desert and native plant gardening to attract pollinators in the front garden with Ranger Eric! We will also have details on how [...]
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April 22, Friday- 11 AMPart 2 (of 3): Beginning Birding Workshop at the Paton Center for HummingbirdsThis three part workshop is meant for those of you who are just getting into birding and are eager to develop your birdwatching skills and knowledge in the field. We'll meet at the Paton Center each of these mornings [...]
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For more information or to register, visit our volunteer portal here.
For more information or to register, visit our volunteer portal here.
Join Friends of the Tonto NF in removing invasive fountain and buffel grasses at Massacre Grounds Trailhead and help prevent wildfires and save native plants and animals!
This is a 2-hour group ride on moderate terrain. What’s the best way to spend your Saturday morning? On a mountain biking group ride, of course. Roll up to the main trailhead 10-minutes prior to start time and meet with the San Tan Shredders. We’ll do a quick introduction, tell a few lame jokes, then [...]
Join us as we look at some of the more common species of plants in the conservation area including the Foothill Palo Verde, Arizona's state tree as well as this month's featured plant on Maricopa County's Eco-blitz. This morning's walk will take us through the Fairy Duster/Metate Trails loop for a total of about three miles. No dogs [...]
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Spending a day in Carefree Desert Gardens is a great way to celebrate Earth Day. We hope you will come out and join us for this FREE family friendly event. Participants will learn about desert wildlife with live presentations of birds and reptiles. Learn about our precious planet at this engaging event hosted by the [...]
Come visit us in Carefree to learn about orienteering and complete an orienteering course! https://www.citysuntimes.com/news/carefree/town-of-carefree-hosts-earth-day-celebration/article_aba5aea6-aebc-11ec-a426-4ff667200c49.html
3G archery club offers free event to try out shooting a bow! First timers please, all equipment provided! Ages 8 to 88. To register text name and age and which Saturday you're interested in to 602-320-5132 (you can call too)
Meet the Ranger in the Nature Center to learn about these important pollinators! We'll explore the "Pollinator Garden" and surrounding areas to find a variety of butterflies and other pollinators. No pets, please. Bring plenty of water. Wear sturdy shoes. COVID-19 GUIDELINES: Program Info. Pre-registration is required. To register, call Cave Creek Regional Park at (602) 506-2930. [...]
Owl Watch at ASU Polytechnic at 5 p.m. to observe the Burrowing Owl habitat. Leave your car at Lot 32 and walk to the observation point on South Lenox. Watch this calendar and the newsletter for seasonal time changes.
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Click on this program title for more details. 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 has included ringtails, foxes, javelinas, [...]
You've probably heard that scorpions glow under black light. But have you ventured into the night to find them? Join our ranger on a late evening hike as we explore the mysterious and fascinating world of scorpions! Bring drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, and a black light (if you have one). Meet at Nature Center.
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