Learn all about plants of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia. Enjoy a guided nature hike along some of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. We will begin on Merkle trail, move onto Vista trail, and then connect back onto Merkle trail to finish. This...
Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology...
Join Ranger Shaun as we move along through the winter season towards Spring. The emergence of wildflowers will bring back an explosion of insects close behind! Learn more about the greatest frenemies of all time! Plants and bugs! Thanks to this ages old power struggle life exists as we know it. The dance between plant and predator...
Get to know the plant life of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park Volunteer, Valerie. You'll spend an hour exploring the trails and learning about local cacti, trees, and shrubs, seeing how they've adapted to grow in and support this ecosystem. Expect some small hills and loose gravel with no...
Craft a one-of-a-kind flower using the wet felting technique – an art form that uses soap, water, and friction to transform wool fibers into shapes or images. In this workshop, you’ll design a felted flower that’s uniquely yours, whether it be inspired by nature or imagination. No experience necessary! Your ticket includes a take-home kit...
Join Ranger Olivia to see and learn about the different types of wildflowers that we might be seeing this upcoming wildflower season. This is a casual drop-in program, that gives you an opportunity to come and learn about the different types of wildflowers that are native to Arizona. This table will have a variety of pictures...
Learn how to make handmade paper using invasive plants -For Adults 18+ -Only 15 spots available -Registration opens Jan 10 at 9am -If you need to cancel, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice so another person can take your spot -On-time arrival is appreciated; latecomers may miss important information, or forfeit their spot -All...
Join Ranger Shaun for a midday desert jaunt! Come see the beauty of the desert on a Ranger guided hike! Enjoy a trek through the desert! Come along and learn about some of the local flora and fauna and their unique adaptations to life here in the Sonoran Desert. Be on the lookout for critters as...
We provide the pots, plants, tools, and toppings—you bring the creativity. With guided instruction, you’ll pot a plant (or two!) and customize it with chic soil layers, pebbles, shells, and more. Perfect for anyone who wants to add a little greenery to their life.