The hike will cover 2.5 miles at a slow leisurely pace with frequent stops to talk about plants, animals, history, and native peoples that called the region home. This hike will be in full sun. hikers should come prepared with sturdy shoes, protective clothes, sunscreen, and plenty of water. Hiking poles can be helpful in...
Take a global look of the importance of plants and their physical properties and how they were used throughout the centuries to aid in man’s wellbeing. We will start globally but then move to look at some of medicinal plants found in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Restrooms and water available at the trailhead. No dogs...
Discover natural ways to create a cozy home sanctuary and support vitality as the days grow shorter. This hands-on session introduces a selection of essential oils, nourishing herbs, and warming spices that help protect the respiratory system and naturally refresh indoor spaces. Craft and stuff your own custom scented herbal sachet bag, perfect to tuck...
Unplug and join us for a day of digital detox, fresh air, fun, and adventure! Desert Foothills Land Trust presents the 13th annual Desert Discovery Day, a fun-filled day of adventure and educational activities in a natural desert setting. Discover the Sonoran Desert, learn about all its dwellers, past and present, and interact with native...
Agaves have long been recognized for their importance in Mesoamerica, but their significance to Indigenous peoples north of the U.S.–Mexico border has only recently gained broader attention. Research shows that pre-Columbian farmers cultivated multiple domesticated agave varieties in Arizona as early as A.D. 600, with many surviving today as living remnants of ancient agricultural systems....
Ranger Derik will have a table set up in the main lobby of the nature center with animal pelts, skulls and other natural artifacts from throughout the desert south west. Fel free to ask questions and if your feeling brave you can see scorpions, a tarantula, and even have the opportunity to touch a live...