It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the...
October is spooky season, and the Sonoran Desert has some of the spookiest critters you can find anywhere! Snakes, scorpions, spiders, centipedes and bats all make their homes right here in our parks, and we will have a selection of these animals on hand for you to meet. But remember, while spooky to some, all...
Join Ranger Eric for an early morning hike to look for and learn about resident and migratory birds of the Sonoran Desert before the day heats up! We will meet at the Nature Center first and check out the nearby vegetation for birds, before going over to the pollinator garden and fountain, followed by caravaning...
Even here in the Sonoran Desert you can find a good variety of butterflies! These important pollinators are most often found around native plants, so going on this easy walk with Ranger Eric may give you some ideas on what you might want to plant in your own garden to attract butterflies! We will learn...
Join experienced birder and Park Volunteer Tom Locascio—a proud member of the Audubon Society and Sun City Birding Club—for a guided bird walk through Estrella Mountain Regional Park. After the walk, gather in the Nature Center classroom for an engaging presentation on the park’s feathered residents, from desert dwellers to seasonal visitors. Please wear protective clothing...
This hike is considered strenuous with 6 miles of hiking round trip and 650ft of elevation gain on rocky terrain. Hikers will need 2-3 liters of water, hiking boots/ trail runners, and hiking poles are encouraged. Along the hike the group will take several rest breaks to make sure everyone stays together and to possibly...