| Special Event in the Trailhead Staging Area |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| On Sunday, March 10, the Trailhead Staging Area parking area will be closed to the public until 9:00 a.m. Outbound traffic will have temporary delays between 8:00 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Registration Required: Yes |
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| More Info: http://www.bandidos15k.com/general_info.php |
| Location: McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
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Address:
19700 N. McDowell Mountain Road
Fountain Hills, AZ 85255 |
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| CLASS FULL Learn Archery - Archery 101 9AM Lake Pleasant |
| Lake Pleasant Regional Park |
| THIS CLASS IS FULL, SEE APRIL PROGRAM. Sign Up Today - Limited Spots! Learn to shoot a recurve, compound, and cross bow. This 1.5 hour class is the first step in learning archery. Wear comfortable clothes, closed toe shoes and bring some cold water. All equipment is provided. Call 602-372-7460 x 202 , and leave name, phone number, and how many people wish to attend. Ranger will call to let you know if there is room in the class (only 12 people per class). Follow the "Archery 101" signs from the main contact station to the group campground. |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Duration: 1.5 hours |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| Fee: $6 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: Terry Gerber, Interpretive Ranger 602-372-7460 ext. 202 |
| Location: Lake Pleasant Regional Park Group Campground |
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Address:
Take Hwy 74 to Castle Hot Springs Rd., turn right into park, follow signs to program.
Peoria, AZ |
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| Rocks and Streams Walk - Spur Cross |
| Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area |
| March 10 Sunday 9:00 am Rocks and Streams Walk
(moderate) Learn about the geology and streams of the Spur Cross region on a 2-hour walk with nationally-known earth science author, Thomas McGuire. Visit an abandoned gold mine, Nutcracker Rock and a Hohokam rock art site along Cottonwood Wash. Bring water and your natural curiosity. Meet in the Spur Cross parking area. |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Duration: 2 hours |
| Speaker: Tom McGuire, Park Docent |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $3 per person |
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| Contact: Kevin Smith, Park Ranger at 480-488-6623 or e-mail kevinsmith@mail.maricopa.gov |
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| Archery 101 a - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Interested in archery? Now is your chance to "check it out"! Participants who sign up for this program will experience a fun and safe basic introduction to recreational and international-style target archery. Equipment is provided. This archery program is open to anyone ages 8 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult! Please bring water and wear closed-toe shoes. ***Advanced registration is required.*** Limited to 10 participants per session. Please contact us at 623-465-0431 to register. Space is limited, so please call to cancel, if need be. Thank you! |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 10:00 AM Duration: 2 hours |
| Speaker: Ranger Mark |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: Ranger Mark - markpaulat@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Stop at Park Entrance for Directions |
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Address:
37019 N. Lava Lane
Cave Creek, AZ 85331 |
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| Petroglyph Hike - Estrella Mountain Park |
| Estrella Mountain Park |
| On this 1.5-mile hike, you will see evidence of a past civilization, the Hohokam. The Park Ranger will take you to areas not usually accessible to the public. The trail is easy, but there will be some climbing involved, so be prepared. Meet at the Horseshoe Trailhead. |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 10:00 AM |
| Speaker: Ranger Amy |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle entry fee |
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| Location: Horseshoe Trailhead |
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Address:
14805 W. Vineyard Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338 |
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| "Tails on Trails" - Dog Fitness Hike (Beginners Level) - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Fit dogs are happier, healthier, and display fewer behavioral problems. Tails on Trails will provide the opportunity to meet other dog hikers, learn safe hiking practices and dog trail etiquette. The fun, 1-mile hike along the level Merkle Trail is great for beginner hiker dogs. Please bring a short non-extendable leash, a small cleanup bag, and water for you and your dog. One dog per hiker, please. After completing this hike, you and your dog will be ready for our “Experienced Level” Dog Fitness Hike! Location: Area 6. |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 11:00 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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| CLASS FULL Learn Archery - Archery 101 11AM - Lake Pleasant |
| Lake Pleasant Regional Park |
| THIS CLASS IS FULL, SEE APRIL PROGRAM. Sign Up Today - Limited Spots! Learn to shoot a recurve, compound, and cross bow. This 1.5 hour class is the first step in learning archery. Wear comfortable clothes, closed toe shoes and bring some cold water. All equipment is provided. Call 602-372-7460 x 202 , and leave name, phone number, and how many people wish to attend. Ranger will call to let you know if thre is room in the class (only 12 people per class). Follow the "Archery 101" signs from the main contact station to the group campground. |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Duration: 1.5 hours |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| Fee: $6 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: Terry Gerber, Interpretive Ranger 602-372-7460 ext. 202 |
| Location: Lake Pleasant Regional Park Group Campground |
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Address:
Take Hwy 74 to Castle Hot Springs Rd., turn right into park, follow signs to program.
Peoria, AZ |
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| Kids photo walk |
| White Tank Mountains Regional Park |
| We will do a learning photo scavenger hunt (we won’t be collecting anything except memories) on the Mule Deer Trail. Limited to 15 children (each must be accompanied by at least one well behaved adult). No dogs please. Call ahead for reservations. Meet at the Nature Center at 11:00 a.m. You must pay the $6.00 park fee at the gate or at the Nature Center to join the hike. You can use the ticket to enter the Park proper after the event. |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 11:00 AM |
| Speaker: Park Rangers |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle - Park entry fee |
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| Location: Nature Center |
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| True Creepy Crawlies of the Desert- McDowell Park |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| Meet the true creepy crawlies of the Desert in Meet the true creepy crawlies of the Desert in this indoor interpretive program. They may not be as dangerous as you think, once you get to know them...behind glass, of course. Find out why the saying that 'the smaller scorpions are the most dangerous' is an urban legend, what to do if you are bitten or stung, and why tarantulas may not be so bad after all. Ranger Amy will have some venomous critters such as scorpions, tarantulas, and snakes on hand so that you can get a closer look...if you dare! Program takes place in the Visitor Center. |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Duration: 1 hour |
| Speaker: Ranger Amy |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: amyburnett@mail.maricopa.gov 480-471-0173x201 |
| Location: McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
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Address:
16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 |
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| Archery 101 b - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Interested in archery? Now is your chance to "check it out"! Participants who sign up for this program will experience a fun and safe basic introduction to recreational and international-style target archery. Equipment is provided. This archery program is open to anyone ages 8 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult! Please bring water and wear closed-toe shoes. ***Advanced registration is required.*** Limited to 10 participants per session. Please contact us at 623-465-0431 to register. Space is limited, so please call to cancel, if need be. Thank you! |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Duration: 2 hours |
| Speaker: Ranger Mark |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: Ranger Mark - markpaulat@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Stop at Park Entrance for Directions |
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Address:
37019 N. Lava Lane
Cave Creek, AZ 85331 |
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| Archery Fun Shoot - Lake Pleasant |
| Lake Pleasant Regional Park |
| If you already have your Archery 101 card, you can participate in these fun archery games. There are no limits to the people who show up, as long as they have their archery 101 cards. We will run everyone through each contest. Come have fun and you might win something. No need to sign up - just show up. Group camp area - all equipment provided, or you can bring your own. You must have an archery 101 card to participate! |
| Date: 3/10/2013 |
| Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Duration: 2 hours |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: Terry Gerber, Interpretive Ranger 602-372-7460 ext. 202 |
| Location: Lake Pleasant Regional Park Group Campground |
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Address:
Take Hwy 74 to Castle Hot Springs Rd., turn right into park, follow signs to program.
Peoria, AZ |
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