McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Desert Surfaces – Educational Walk
McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Brown’s Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Rd., Scottsdale
Free
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Monday, January 26, 2026
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Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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Thursday, January 29, 2026
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January 29, 2026 -McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Desert Surfaces – Educational Walk
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January 29, 2026 -The University of Arizona: From Accretion, Arc Magmatism to Ridge subduction – Lithospheric Evolution of the Ecuadorian Subduction Zone Revealed by High-Resolution Seismic Imaging
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Desert Surfaces – Educational Walk
What really covers the desert – little organisms can make a big difference! Some of the most common sights in the desert – and indeed the living things that probably cover more of the desert than any single kind of plant – are lichen, desert varnish, and soil crust. These organisms actually have much in...
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The University of Arizona: From Accretion, Arc Magmatism to Ridge subduction – Lithospheric Evolution of the Ecuadorian Subduction Zone Revealed by High-Resolution Seismic Imaging
Presented by Cong Li (Postdoc, University of Arizona Geosciences) Part of the Geosciences Colloquium Series This year's colloquium series will consist of a mixture of researchers across the University of Arizona along with visiting scientists as well! The colloquium series will be conducted in the Gould-Simpson “Fishbowl” (2nd floor) from 4-5PM on Thursdays. There will be...
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Friday, January 30, 2026
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Saturday, January 31, 2026
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January 31, 2026 -McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Sonoran Desert 101 – Educational Walk
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January 31, 2026 -Cave Creek Museum: “The Boulders at The Boulders Aren’t Really Boulders” with Stephanie Bradley
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Sonoran Desert 101 – Educational Walk
This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
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Cave Creek Museum: “The Boulders at The Boulders Aren’t Really Boulders” with Stephanie Bradley
You’ll get a layman’s overview of the geology of the Desert Foothills. If the boulders at The Boulders aren’t really boulders, what are they? Why is Black Mountain black – and why do saguaros mostly grow on the west slope? What kind of precious minerals lurk under the earth for which prospectors flocked to our...
$10
Sunday, February 1, 2026
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February 1, 2026 -⭐ Verde Valley SciTech Festival: The Creation of Arizona
⭐ Verde Valley SciTech Festival: The Creation of Arizona
Learn about how Arizona was created and fascinating geology of the Verde Valley. Join geology interpreter John Sutton for a fascinating journey back 1.7 billion years. Learn how powerful geological forces shaped the Verde Valley and laid the foundation for Jerome's rugged landscape and rich mining history. Perfect for history lovers, rock hounds and curious...
Free with Park Fee