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  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Skins and Skulls

    San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek, AZ, United States

    Step into the fascinating world of the Sonoran Desert with our educational table, “Skins and Skulls.” Discover the rich biodiversity of this unique ecosystem as we showcase what desert creatures left behind for us to find, providing a hands-on learning experience. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this exhibit is a non-structured come and go display...

    Free with Park Fee
  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Cosas Más Extrañas – Desierto Sonora / Stranger Things – Sonoran Desert

    Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear, AZ, United States

      La naturaleza está llena de sorpresas. Como una telenovela, si te fijas bien, la naturaleza revela actores raros y conjuntos inexplicables. Amor, traición, relaciones, engaños - las criaturas del desierto demuestran todo. Hasta el desierto incluye sus propios cuentos de David y Goliat - ¿Será posible que un pájaro pueda vencer a una serpiente? Venga al parque, ¡entonces descubre el...

    Free with Park Fee
  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Caminata Nocturna / Night Hike

    Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear, AZ, United States

    Este hermoso programa sigue el famoso atardecer de Arizona mientras caminamos hasta la noche por una experiencia única del desierto. La ruta es de 2.5 millas o 4 kilometros por los senderos de Quail, Rainbow, y Saddle. El sendero tiene terreno rocoso, inclinado, y es de dificultad moderado. Trae buenos zapatos, agua, y un foco. No se permiten perros....

    Free with Park Fee
  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Hike

    Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

    The hike is rated as moderate only for the final 100ft elevation gain to the top of Lykes Lookout however the rest of the hike is on even flat ground. The hike itself will cover sections of Palm lake, Mesquite meander and Lykes lookout trails and be just over 2 miles in length. Water and bathrooms can...

    Free with Park Fee
  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike

    Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    Discover the magic of our desert in summer with a chance to see critters on the move and possibly monsoon-related flowers and blooms. Saguaros, cholla, legume trees, shrubs and possibly flowers are on the agenda for a discussion on life cycles and adaptations. Of course, there will be birds, lizards, bugs and other animals to talk about, as well. The route...

    Free with Park Fee
  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Kayak to Castle Creek

    Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown, AZ, United States

    Looking to get out on the water, but don’t want to do it alone? Just want to spend some quality paddle time on the lake? We’ve got just the thing! Sign up for this morning kayak excursion on Lake Pleasant. We’ll begin at the Castle Creek (4-lane) boat ramp. From there, we’ll head north, paddling our way up Castle Creek. Along the way, we’ll keep...

    Free with Park Fee