Join Wickenburg Conservation Foundation and Friends of the Hassayampa for an insightful exploration of the desert's plants, animals, and geology while learning how to safely enjoy the desert and keep it clean. This free event for the whole family will be in the interpretive garden. Standard admission fee is required for trail access.
Take a leisure stroll through our natural desert park with an expert from the Deset Awareness Committee education team the first Saturday of each month November through April. Tours last 90 minutes beginning at 10 am the first Saturday of each month, December through April. Wear sturdy, closed toe shoes. All tours are free to [...]
The Conservancy has a mission to help sustain the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Pets are not permitted at our activities due to safety concerns. If you would like to request an accommodation [...]
Ready to discover more about what is in the Preserve? This is an experience for you! Join us to explore the Preserve’s hidden treasures, from the plants and animals to the recent and ancient history in a stunning geological setting. Pets are not permitted at our activities due to safety concerns. If you would like to [...]
Spend about 2 hours on an easy walk with a City of Scottsdale Natural Resources Coordinator as various desert topics are discussed. The material will depend on what we see in this wonderful environment. Location: Tom’s Thumb Trailhead – 23015 N 128th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255 Bathrooms are available at the trailhead. Bring water for [...]
Spend about 2 hours on an easy walk with a City of Scottsdale Natural Resources Coordinator as various desert topics are discussed. The material will depend on what we see in this wonderful environment. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead – 31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Bathrooms are available at the trailhead. Bring water for [...]
Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours The Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the plant life that thrives in this area. Note: If you have the iNaturalist application on your phone, it [...]
Walk through Desert Awareness Park with us as we show you what plants to harvest and when, then you get to taste samples of what you can do with them! Our cookbook will be available. Walks are continuous and take approximately 45 minutes. Wear closed toed shoes, a hat, and bring a water bottle. No [...]
