The Gila River has a storied past, a tenuous present, and perhaps a hopeful future. We’ll discuss the importance of rivers like the Gila to the health and diversity of desert life as we explore the riparian habitat for interesting plants and animals. The trail is approximately 2 miles and rated as moderately difficult, with...
Join our resident Medicinal Herb expert as we share tips for maintaining annual & perennial medicinal herbs and flowers in the low desert. We'll cover a variety of medicinal plants,...
If you think desert landscapes are limited to shades of brown and rock, think again. Your outdoor spaces can be filled with vibrant color all year long. In this class,...
Gardening here is much different than in most areas of the U.S., offering special rewards and special challenges. This presentation is designed to familiarize newcomers with the unique climate, soil,...
Come meet Ranger Kevin from 11:00am to 1:00pm and learn how to turn your yard (or just a bit of it) into a miniature version of your favorite county park!...
This class connects you and your child to the garden through hands-on activities, where you’ll learn where food comes from, explore nature, and create fun nature-inspired crafts. Ages 0 -...
Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sunset while also learning about saguaros along the way. We will see the sunset, saguaros, saguaro fruits, and maybe some evening critters as well. You may bring your blacklight and regular flashlight to look for evening critters(optional). This hike will be about 2 miles starting on...
This talk will be in Spanish with no English translation. Short Takes son clases de 15 a 30 minutos que se enfocan en una sola idea, con información clara y práctica que te ayudará a tener más éxito en tu jardín. Cada mes trae nuevas oportunidades para nosotros en nuestros jardines. Debido a que la...