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  • McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Predators and Prey – Educational Walk

    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Join us for a fascinating two-hour leisurely walk exploring the dynamic relationship between predators and prey. Discover how desert animals like coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, raptors, and snakes have evolved to hunt, and how their prey—such as deer and rodents—have adapted to survive. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure. Restrooms and water at...

    Free
  • McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Taliesin, Old Jeep, and Ringtail Trails Hike

    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Come hike some of the original trails in the preserve with great views of Scottsdale and the desert. This is a difficult hike with some rocky trails for 5.5 miles with 360 ft. elevation change in 3 hours. Bathrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please....

    Free
  • McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Women of the McDowells – Educational Walk

    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    This leisurely two-hour, half mile walk along the Kovach Family Trail will tell the story of three well educated, visionary, bold and brilliant women who challenged and changed the “status quo”! Please arrive 15 minutes start of the walk. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs,...

    Free
  • McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Sunrise Trail to Andrews-Kinsey Trail Hike

    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Burn off some calories on this picturesque and challenging hike. This Very Difficult hike climbs 1032 ft. to the Andrews-Kinsey Trail and continues to a spectacular view overlooking the Fountain Hills Preserve before returning. 6.8 miles, total elevation gain of 1,187 ft. for about 4 hours. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring...

    Free
  • McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Veterans Day Hike

    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    To honor our Veterans, an easy loop on gently rolling terrain is planned. We will hold a special ceremony at the trailhead at the end of the hike. Join us for 3 miles over about 2.5 hours with elevation gain of about 250 ft. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water for...

    Free
  • McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: More Pie Please – Thanksgiving Hike

    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Join us for this Moderate hike to burn off some calories with family and friends. You won’t feel a bit guilty about having that second piece of pie! 2.5 miles over about 1.5 hours and some ups and downs. Restrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs...

    Free