Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Cave Creek Seed Garden
“Seed Collection Time!! The Desert Defender Team spent months removing Invasive species. It is time to collect native seeds, which will be used to make seed bombs this summer and...
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Field Sciences
Events for May 23, 2024
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Saguaro-palooza!
Join Ranger Kevin as we celebrate everything saguaro! Drop on in from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and learn why these iconic cacti deserve our utmost respect and admiration. Late spring is the season when the saguaro starts to blossom. Find out why that is, how saguaros help boost the biodiversity of desert animal species,...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Full Moon Hike
Ranger Nikki leads this hike to watch the sun set behind the mountains and the full moon rise to the east. We will listen for coyote and owl calls and watch for bat silhouettes against the dimly lit sky. Bring your blacklight and regular flashlight to look for other evening critters. The route uses Moonlight...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Beginning Birder’s Hike
We’ll cover birding basics, from tools and equipment to bird identification tips and strategies. Trails are rated easy, although thick sand is possible in some stretches. Don’t worry if you don’t have binoculars; the Ranger will have some to borrow. Please wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and bring plenty of water. Hats and sunscreen are highly...
Free with Park Fee