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FIRE BAN CURRENTLY IN PLACE...
The fire ban includes the use of campfires, fire pits and charcoal grills; however, it is still acceptable to use gas/propane grills in designated areas such as the ramada areas, semi-developed and developed camping sites and along the shoreline at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. If necessary, additional details will be posted on park specific pages under the "Alert" section in the upper right hand corner of the page.
A date to lift the fire ban has not been identified and will be determined by the amount of rain
Maricopa County receives during the monsoon season.

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Events for 5/5/2012
Rocks and Streams Walk - Spur Cross
May 5 Saturday 8:00 am Rocks and Streams Walk (moderate) Learn about the geology and streams ...

Yoga – Connect In Nature! – All Levels Class - Usery Park
Connect with nature in Usery Park’s Nature Center by exploring your breath before a desert hike. Im ...

“Cinco de Mayo” Bingo Hike - Estrella
Everybody wins when we go for a Bingo Hike, especially on “Cinco de Mayo”! Meet Ranger Mark at th ...

Great Horned Owl Nest Viewing - McDowell - Trailhead Staging Area
Would you like to spy on a real owl’s nest? This is not a webcam—it’s the real deal, in our own Park ...

Incredible Edibles - Cave Creek Regional Park
How have people survived off the land for thousands of years? Which desert plants are edible and whe ...

The Desert Grocery Store – North Trail- McDowell Park
The Sonoran Desert is a virtual grocery store and pharmacy… if you know where to look. See (and samp ...

Rattles, Scales, and Fangs, oh my! - Estrella
Slither in to the Nature Center and join Ranger Mark as he talks about his favorite critters, snakes ...

Feeding Frenzy! - Estrella
It’s time to feed our critters! Watch and learn how these fascinating creatures eat their dinner. J ...

All About Coyotes- San Tan
Off in the distance a pack of coyotes cry into the night. But just what type of mischief are these c ...

History of the Spanish Caballero - Cave Creek Regional Park
We will take you through the history of the Spanish Caballero on this unforgettable journey. You wi ...

Sunset and Full Moon Hike - San Tan
Say adios to the hot sun and hello to the full moon because on this cool desert hike we will be simu ...

Full Moon Hike - "Full Flower Moon" - Usery Park
Join us for this 2-mile night hike under May’s “Full Flower Moon.” The full moon is a great time to ...

Stargazing for Everyone - Cave Creek Regional Park
Come look through telescopes and enjoy a "stellar" presentation under the stars with the expert guid ...

Moonlight Hike - Spur Cross
May 5 Saturday 8:00 pm Moonlight Hike (moderate) The Conservation Area is a different experi ...

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