Did you know there are well over 250 cacti species native to the Sonoran Desert spanning the United States and Mexico? In fact, across the U.S., you can find close to 200 cacti species. Come learn about cacti in our corner of the Sonoran Desert as we continue celebrating America’s 250th birthday year! MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center ...
Celebrate the spirit of America250 on this scenic sunset hike through the heart of the Sonoran Desert. We will walk among desert plant survivors, some of which have been growing since the dawn of the American story. This 2.1-mile hike follows the Service Road and Moonlight trails. The terrain is rocky with slight elevation change. Along the way,...
We’ll be on the lookout for all kinds of evening-active critters, from skunks to, spiders, snakes, fox, coyote, deer, owls and of course scorpions! Bring flashlights; black UV lights are optional. This will be about a 2-mile hike starting on the Go John trail, where we will connect onto the Claymine trail, and finally the Overton trail to...
Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can spot. Birds should be active at this time and there’s not a bad chance for lizards, and small animals too. This hike will be an easy 1-mile hike on our barrier free Merkle trail. This trail is completely flat, is wide, and perfect for anyone! Please wear close-toed shoes and bring...
Al is turning 29! Whether you have met Al the tortoise or not, he invites you to celebrate his special day with a birthday shell-ebration! Al’s party will include getting to meet Al, getting to pet him (butt scratches are his favorite), as well as learning more about our tortoises here in the Sonoran Desert, and we...
It can seem like everything in the desert is out to sting, bite, or poke you. Ranger Jacque will give you the scoop about what's really going on and what to look out for. Drop on by for this unstructured, informal come-and-go style ranger table, where you can have a look at some of the venomous creatures...