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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Plant Hike
March 8, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Free with Park Fee
Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the plants and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike 2-3 miles roundtrip on easy to moderate grade on the Slate and Flume Trails, with frequently rocky or uneven ground. Please dress in layers, wear protective clothing and/or sunscreen, wear sturdy footwear, and carry ample water, electrolytes, and snacks for yourself. Restrooms are available at the Slate Trailhead parking.
MEETING LOCATION: Slate Trailhead, which is off the loop road near the end of the main park road. See park map here: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/assets/1/6/cave-creek-8×111.pdf
Limit 15 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at 602-506-2930 ext. 8 with your name, phone number, and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on Thursday, 3/6.