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 and characteristics, and how to remove these invasive plants effectively. Meet at the Nature Center. The goal is to remove invasive plants as a proactive...
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
Join us for a fun, hands-on experience as we dig, plant, and paint our way to blooming marigolds. Together, we’ll explore nature, build curiosity, and strengthen fine motor skills. FRC Programs are for children birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Join Ranger Jacque on a moderate hike along scenic trails to look for early spring wildflowers and blooming desert plants. Join Ranger Jacque for an informative walk focusing on the unique flora of the Sonoran Desert. This 1.5 mile loop will cover the Black Rock trail, rated moderate, with 72 foot elevation change. For...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy walk to learn about some of the flowers, shrubs and trees that are found in the Park. It is also National Invasive Species Awareness Week, so you can learn about the County Parks’ focus on improving native biodiversity and ecosystem health by dealing with problematic invaders. Learn about the...