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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Wildflowers and Flora of the Desert – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the plant life that thrives in this area. Note: If you have the i-Naturalist application on your phone\, it would be a helpful tool to identify different flora. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-wildflowers-and-flora-of-the-desert-educational-walk/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T110000
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Wildflowers and Flora of the Desert – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the plant life that thrives in this area. Note: If you have the i-Naturalist application on your phone\, it would be a helpful tool to identify different flora. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-wildflowers-and-flora-of-the-desert-educational-walk-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T034642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T105336Z
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Wildflowers and Flora of the Desert – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the plant life that thrives in this area. Note: If you have the i-Naturalist application on your phone\, it would be a helpful tool to identify different flora. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-wildflowers-and-flora-of-the-desert-educational-walk-3/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T034654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T105350Z
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Brown’s Mountain Lookout to Interpretive Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:This “combo” hike/education event will take us up the Brown’s Ranch Trail to the Lookout and then head over to the Brown’s Ranch Interpretive Trail to be introduced to the history of the Brown’s Ranch. For this 4.3-mile Moderate hike with about 450 feet of elevation gain up to the Lookout\, we will plan on taking 2 to 2.5 hours. \nBathrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-browns-mountain-lookout-to-interpretive-trail-hike-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T110000
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: All About Plant Phenology – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:This leisurely walk along the Brown’s Ranch Jane Rau trail will introduce you to the Conservancy’s ongoing phenology project in the Preserve. \nWHAT is Phenology? Phenology is the science of studying life cycle events in plants and animals. When does it grow\, when is it dormant\, when does it reproduce? \nWHY Phenology? The data we collect on each year’s new leaves\, flowers and fruit is vital information to help scientists better understand how changing climate conditions are affecting all living organisms worldwide. \nPhenology data helps us to make adaptive management decisions as to how we might be able to help mitigate adverse effects. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-all-about-plant-phenology-educational-walk/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T105350Z
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Matriarchy in the McDowells – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:In honor of International Women’s Day\, we are celebrating women–both those who are human and those in the animal kingdom–with a leisurely walk on the Jane Rau trail. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-matriarchy-in-the-mcdowells-educational-walk/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260226T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033214Z
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Secrets of the Preserve – Educational Ride
DESCRIPTION:Ready to discover more about what is in the Preserve\, besides the excitement of trail riding? This is the ride for you! Join our archeological stewards in exploring the Preserve’s recent ranching history and the ancient way of life of the Native American in a stunning geological setting. This is an Intermediate Skill and Moderate Cardio level ride of about 11 miles over 2 1/2 hours. \nA bike with wide knobby tires is required. Please\, no road bikes\, hybrids\, or folding bikes. Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Helmets required. Bring water and snacks for the trail. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start. \nNo electric assist bikes. To inquire about an accommodation from the City of Scottsdale\, please call 480-312-4444.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-secrets-of-the-preserve-educational-ride-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033229Z
UID:10033433-1771664400-1771678800@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Crested Saguaro -Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us on this Difficult hike as we pass by several crested saguaro cacti.  This hike is for experienced hikers and will cover 7.8 miles in about 4 hours. \nRestrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please.  Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-crested-saguaro-educational-hike-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Tour/Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260219T103000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033229Z
UID:10033434-1771491600-1771497000@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Brown’s Ranch Stories – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a half mile 90-minute walk on the Jane Rau trail where we will talk about the people and events that shaped the history of the Brown’s Ranch area. We will discuss the Indigenous people who lived here\, the role of the military in the region\, the ranching history of the region and some of the people who laid the groundwork for what Brown’s Ranch is today. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes start of the walk. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs\, please.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-browns-ranch-stories-educational-walk/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Kids (6 – 8 years),Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033229Z
UID:10033435-1771146000-1771156800@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Geology – Educational Ride
DESCRIPTION:When\, how and why did all those different rocks get into the Preserve? How about our own earthquake fault? This Intermediate Skills and Moderate Cardio Ride for about 3 hours over 11-12 miles will take us thru the various geological formations of the area. Get the big picture on a bike. \nA bike with wide knobby tires is required. Please\, no road bikes\, hybrids\, or folding bikes. Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Helmets required. Bring water and snacks for the trail. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start. \nNo electric assist bikes. To inquire about an accommodation from the City of Scottsdale\, please call 480-312-4444.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-geology-educational-ride/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260208T100000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033144Z
UID:10033419-1770537600-1770544800@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join our bird experts on this 2-hour walk for a good chance to see some of our year-round bird residents such as: cactus wren\, Gila woodpecker\, ladder-backed woodpecker\, Harris’s hawk\, verdin or Say’s phoebe – as well as some seasonal arrivals. \nRestrooms available at the trailhead\, but no water. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Bring your binoculars. Arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-bird-walk-5/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033144Z
UID:10033421-1770454800-1770465600@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Introduction to Preserve Trailheads and Trails Hike
DESCRIPTION:This hike will be targeted to visitors or those fairly new to the Preserve trails.  The hike will be about 7 miles\, taking about 3 hours\, and cover a variety of trails to highlight various aspects of the Preserve trails and point out key locations of each trailhead. The hike is labelled as Difficult due to the mileage\, but the pace will be moderate with frequent stops for discussions. \nBathrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please.  Arrive 15 minutes before the start of hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-introduction-to-preserve-trailheads-and-trails-hike/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260205T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033158Z
UID:10033422-1770285600-1770294600@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Brown’s Ranch Homestead – Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Before the Preserve was a reality\, part of this land was a ranch\, the historic Brown’s Ranch. Join us to explore this historical place\, full of memories of a different way of life and hear the stories of the people who lived here not long ago. The hike is about 3.0-mile round trip on a comfortable trail with moderate elevations over about 2.5 hours. \nRestrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-browns-ranch-homestead-educational-hike-3/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033159Z
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: The World of Arthropods – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Spiders\, scorpions\, bees\, and wasps are just the beginning–there are more species of Arthropods in the world than any other group of animals. Join us on an easy 2 hour walk to discover the fascinating and diverse world of Arthropods and their role in the ecology of the Sonoran Desert. \nBathrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water for the trail. No dogs\, please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-the-world-of-arthropods-educational-walk-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260301T025336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T033159Z
UID:10033425-1769936400-1769949000@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Ride to the Crested Saguaros and Lifecycle of Saguaros
DESCRIPTION:Ever noticed the Crested Saguaros in the preserve?  Come ride with us to see a large number scattered throughout the north. \nThis 3 hour ride will cover 13-15 miles and is rated Advanced Skill and Vigorous Cardio. \nA bike with wide knobby tires is required.  Please\, no road bikes\, hybrids\, or folding bikes.  Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Helmets required.  Bring water and snacks.  There are restrooms at the trailhead.  Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start. \nNo electric assist bikes. To inquire about an accommodation from the City of Scottsdale\, please call 480-312-4444.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-ride-to-the-crested-saguaros-and-lifecycle-of-saguaros-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260415T025440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T025440Z
UID:10036271-1769853600-1769860800@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Sonoran Desert 101 – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRestrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-sonoran-desert-101-educational-walk-8/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260415T025452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T025452Z
UID:10036272-1769680800-1769688000@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Desert Surfaces – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:What really covers the desert – little organisms can make a big difference! \nSome 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 common. Among other things\, they’re all alive (yes\, even varnish)\, they have some components that are neither plants nor animals\, and living filaments are crucial to their existence. Come learn more in this introduction to what really covers the desert. \nWater and restrooms are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-desert-surfaces-educational-walk-3/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260415T025456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T025456Z
UID:10036276-1769086800-1769094000@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: A Meditation Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step away from the day to day and discover inner peace as you immerse yourself in the beauty and power of the Sonoran Desert on a mindful ½ mile journey on the gentle and beautiful Jane Rau Trail. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes prior to start of the walk. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs\, please.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-a-meditation-walk-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Bioscience, Health & Medicine,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260415T025509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T025509Z
UID:10036279-1768471200-1768478400@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Nature’s Medicine Cabinet – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Take a global look of the importance of plants and their physical properties and how they were used throughout the centuries to aid in man’s wellbeing. We will start globally but then move to look at some of medicinal plants found in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. \nRestrooms and water available at the trailhead. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-natures-medicine-cabinet-educational-walk-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Bioscience, Health & Medicine,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260415T025425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T025425Z
UID:10036266-1768035600-1768044600@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Brown’s Ranch Homestead – Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Before the Preserve was a reality\, part of this land was a ranch\, the historic Brown’s Ranch. Join us to explore this historical place\, full of memories of a different way of life and hear the stories of the people who lived here not long ago. The hike is about 3.0-mile round trip on a comfortable trail with moderate elevations over about 2.5 hours. \nRestrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-browns-ranch-homestead-educational-hike-4/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260415T025439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T025439Z
UID:10036269-1767434400-1767448800@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Stagecoach\, High Desert\, and Divide Trails Hike
DESCRIPTION:This Very Difficult hike goes to some of the north central trails of Stagecoach\, High Desert\, and The Divide. See several of the iconic granite formations in the preserve. This hike is very difficult because it is 8.5 miles in about 4 hours; the actual terrain is rolling; elevation gain is 250 ft. Experienced hikers suggested. \nBathrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-stagecoach-high-desert-and-divide-trails-hike/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Tour/Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260204T032052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T002551Z
UID:10000090-1766829600-1766836800@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Sonoran Desert 101 – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRestrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-sonoran-desert-101-educational-walk/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251221T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260204T033049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T012448Z
UID:10000212-1766311200-1766320200@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Mistletoe and Holly – Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:What do desert plants and animals have to do with the holidays? Join us on an easy hike and discover the hidden\, festive desert connections. \n3 miles over about 2.5 hours with minimal elevation gain. \nRestrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-mistletoe-and-holly-educational-hike/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260204T035409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T035409Z
UID:10000312-1766048400-1766055600@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: A Meditation Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step away from the day to day and discover inner peace as you immerse yourself in the beauty and power of the Sonoran Desert on a mindful ½ mile journey on the gentle and beautiful Jane Rau Trail. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes prior to start of the walk. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs\, please.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-a-meditation-walk/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Bioscience, Health & Medicine,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260204T041213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T041213Z
UID:10000503-1765530000-1765537200@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Lifecycle of the Saguaro – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Native only to the Sonoran Desert\, these giant cacti are a sight to see! Join us to follow the growth of a saguaro from seed to skeleton and view multi-armed\, old Saguaros. This easy walk covers 0.5 miles in about 2 hours over easy paths. \nRestrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-lifecycle-of-the-saguaro-educational-walk/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260204T041937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T041937Z
UID:10000566-1765357200-1765366200@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Brown’s Ranch Homestead – Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Before the Preserve was a reality\, part of this land was a ranch\, the historic Brown’s Ranch. Join us to explore this historical place\, full of memories of a different way of life and hear the stories of the people who lived here not long ago. The hike is about 3.0-mile round trip on a comfortable trail with moderate elevations over about 2.5 hours. \nRestrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-browns-ranch-homestead-educational-hike/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260204T042324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T010252Z
UID:10000643-1765098000-1765110600@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Secrets of the Preserve – Educational Ride
DESCRIPTION:Ready to discover more about what is in the Preserve\, besides the excitement of trail riding? This is the ride for you! Join our archeological stewards in exploring the Preserve’s recent ranching history and the ancient way of life of the Native American in a stunning geological setting. This is an Intermediate Skill and Moderate Cardio level ride of about 11 miles over 2 1/2 hours. \nA bike with wide knobby tires is required. Please\, no road bikes\, hybrids\, or folding bikes. Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Helmets required. Bring water and snacks for the trail. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start. \nNo electric assist bikes. To inquire about an accommodation from the City of Scottsdale\, please call 480-312-4444.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-secrets-of-the-preserve-educational-ride/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
CREATED:20260204T045139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T170458Z
UID:10000863-1764410400-1764419400@scitechinstitute.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Brown’s Mountain Lookout to Interpretive Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:This “combo” hike/education event will take us up the Brown’s Ranch Trail to the Lookout and then head over to the Brown’s Ranch Interpretive Trail to be introduced to the history of the Brown’s Ranch. For this 4.3-mile Moderate hike with about 450 feet of elevation gain up to the Lookout\, we will plan on taking 2 to 2.5 hours. \nBathrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-browns-mountain-lookout-to-interpretive-trail-hike/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://scitechinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
GEO:33.7263166;-111.8517704
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T152940
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Brown’s Ranch Homestead – Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Brown’s Ranch Interpretative Trail Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nBefore the Preserve was a reality\, part of this land was a ranch\, the historic Brown’s Ranch. Join us to explore this historical place\, full of memories of a different way of life and hear the stories of the people who lived here not long ago. The hike is about 3.0-mile round trip on a comfortable trail with moderate elevations over about 2.5 hours. \nBring water and snacks. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-browns-ranch-homestead-educational-hike-2/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Arts, Culture & Social Science,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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SUMMARY:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Nature’s Medicine Cabinet – Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Nature’s Medicine Cabinet Educational Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nTake a global look of the importance of plants and their physical properties and how they were used throughout the centuries to aid in man’s wellbeing. We will start globally but then move to look at some of medicinal plants found in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. \nRestrooms and water available at the trailhead. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk.
URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/mcdowell-sonoran-conservancy-natures-medicine-cabinet-educational-walk/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Bioscience, Health & Medicine,Field Sciences,Field Trip/Outdoor Activity,Teens (13 – 18 years),Tour/Walk,Tweens (9 – 12 years)
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