Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike along the Cottonwood Trail to look for reptiles of the Sonoran Desert. Along the way, we will discuss identification tips, their ecological roles, and safety around venomous animals. We will hike 1-2 miles roundtrip on easy grade, but occasionally rocky or uneven ground. Please wear protective clothing and/or...
Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert mammals such as coyotes, foxes and bobcats. Learn about desert mammals with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session. See pelts and skulls and learn about adaptations that allow these animals to survive and thrive in our extreme desert environment. Stop by...
Join Ranger Nikki for an easy evening walk to enjoy the sunset and watch nocturnal animals become active along Merkle Trail. We may see coyotes, owls, snakes, tarantulas, scorpions and more! The route uses Merkle Trail, which is rated as barrier-free and is a wide, mostly level pathway. The Merkle loop is one mile and...
oin Ranger Steve for an evening walk to enjoy the sunset and watch nocturnal animals become active along Waterfall Trail. We may see coyotes, owls, snakes, tarantulas, scorpions and more! The route uses Waterfall Trail, the first half of which is rated as barrier-free and is a wide, mostly level pathway. The second half of...
Visit the amphitheater tonight to return to the world of invertebrate drama with Ranger Shaun's Bug Theater! See which stars return, perhaps meet new ones! Learn about some of the cool insects and arachnids that call the desert night home. Do some insect identification and learn about ethical capture and release, insect collection, and some fun...