Please note that for all Wednesday Sweetwater walks in October, we will be leading two walks of 15 participants each, both starting at 7:00 AM. Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
Join Ranger Eric for an easy-paced, interpretive walk along the Preserve trails to learn about the plants, animals, ecology, and history of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Please wear sun protection, sturdy footwear, and carry ample water. Binoculars are available to borrow at the Visitor Center. We will hike about 1-1.5 miles roundtrip on mostly flat,...
Join us 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...
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals,...
Plant a seed and let's watch it grow. Take a walk and learn about plants and animals. What foods do they eat? How do they grow? Let's explore with fun games, crafts and songs. Parents must remain on site during the activity. Ages 3 - 5 Oct 25, 2023 - Dec 1, 2023 Wed, Fri...
From lizards to tortoises and snakes, meet the awesome reptiles of the Sonoran Desert. Compare their diverse strategies for movement, defense, and feeding. Discover their unique adaptations to desert life. Presented by Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.
Enjoy a roughly 2.5-mile night hike on the easy terrain of the Slate and Flume Trails with Ranger Steve. We’ll be searching for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife such as snakes,...
Join Ranger Derik for a moderate to difficult hike up about 1.5 miles of Ford Canyon Trail while learning about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem and the White Tank Mountains. The hike will be about 3 miles round trip and will involve rocky and uneven surfaces. Please bring plenty of water and snacks, and wear sturdy...