| Competitive Track will be CLOSED - Sunday |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| Due to a competitive event being held on the Competitive Track, the track will be closed to the public on Sunday, March 17th until approximately noon on Sunday. |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle to entry the County Regional Park |
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| Contact: Rand Hubbell, Park Supervisor |
| Location: McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
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Address:
16,300 N. McDowell Mountain Park Drive
Fountain Hills, AZ, AZ 85268 |
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| Birding Adventure - San Tan |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| Hit the trails early to catch the masters of the sky in action. This guided 2 mile hike will take you deep into the heart of prime birding territory. Enjoy learning birding skills from our local expert. Whether you’re after Roadrunners or Ravens, Humming or Hawks, San Tan holds the key to an unforgettable birding adventure. |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Duration: 1.5 hours |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle park entry fee |
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| More Info: http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/santan/ |
| Contact: (480) 655-5554 |
| Location: San Tan Mountain Regional Park - Visitor Center |
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Address:
6533 W. Phillips Rd.
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 |
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| Congestion on the Pemberton |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| Due to a competitive event at 8:00 a.m. on the Pemberton Trail the trail will be congested for approximately 1 hour between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 17th. |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Registration Required: Yes |
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| Contact: Rand Hubbell, Park Supervisor |
| Location: McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
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Address:
16,300 N. McDowell Mountain Park Drive
Fountain Hills, AZ, AZ 85268 |
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| Elephant Mountain Fortress Hike - Spur Cross |
| Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area |
| March 17 Sunday 8:00 am Elephant Mountain Fortress Hike (strenuous) Join us for a 7 mile / 5 hour roundtrip trek into the backcountry to one of the premier archaeological sites in the conservation area. Participants need to be in good condition and familiar with what hiking on primitive trails for this distance entails. Participants must bring at least one liter of water. We recommend you have a hat, & dress in layers. No dogs on this hike please. |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Duration: 5 hours |
| Speaker: Kevin Smith, Interpretive Ranger |
| 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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| “Walk This Way” Veterinarian Led Dog Walk - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Bring your dog and learn how you and your four legged friend can enjoy hiking in the Sonoran Desert and be safe on the trails. We will be joined by The Sonoran Foothills Pet Clinic Veterinarian who will give you some expert advice on things such as hydration, venomous and poisonous creatures and other topics concerning pet safety. Bring water for you and your pet and be prepared to clean up after your pet, please. Leashes are required for this moderate 3.5 mile informative hike on the Overton Trail. Meet at Nature Center. |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Speaker: Special Guest |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: Ranger Mark - markpaulat@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Meet at the Nature Center |
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Address:
37900 N. Cave Creek Parkway
Cave Creek, AZ 85331 |
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| “Walk This Way” Veterinarian Led Dog Walk - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Bring your dog and learn how you and your pet can enjoy yourselves and be safe out on the trails. The hike will be led by The Sonoran Foothills Pet Clinic Veterinarian who will give you some expert advice on things such as hydration, venomous creatures and other topics concerning pet safety. Bring water for you and your pet. Leashes are required. Meet at the Nature Center for this informative hike. |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM |
| Speaker: Coni & Steve Grossman |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: markpaulat@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Meet at the Nature Center |
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Address:
37900 N. Cave Creek Parkway
Cave Creek, AZ 85331 |
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| "Find Me Green Lucky Charms" Scavenger Hunt and Craft Activities - San Tan |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| Help Lucky the Leprechaun find his green lucky "Find Me Green Lucky Charms" Scavenger Hunt and Craft Activities
Sunday, March 17, 10a.m.-1p.m
Help Lucky the Leprechaun find his green lucky charms of Sonoran Desert wisdom. Lucky last saw his charms along the Interpretive Trail (roughly a quarter-mile in length). Don’t forget to pick up Lucky’s treasure map to help find his lucky charms at the San Tan Visitor Center. The charms contain interesting tidbits about some of Lucky’s favorite desert plants and wildlife. Stay after for some fun St. Patrick’s Day craft activities (supplies are limited). Please remember to bring plenty of water, sunscreen and proper hiking attire. Children must be accompanied by a parent(s) and remain on designated trails at all times. Fun for all ages… so remember to bring the entire family. Self-guided hike and craft activities are available between 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. Supplies are limited (first-come, first serve). |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Duration: 3 hours |
| Speaker: Ranger Adam |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle park entry fee |
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| More Info: http://maricopa.gov/parks/santan |
| Contact: (480) 655-5554 ext.201 |
| Location: San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
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Address:
6533 W. Phillips Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 |
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| Sonoran Desert 101 - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Join us for this introduction to some of the fascinating plants and animals of our Sonoran Desert as we enjoy a scenic stroll along the quarter-mile Desert Hawk Trail. Please bring water and closed-toe shoes. Location: Nature Center. |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 11:00 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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| Wild for Wildflowers! Walk - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Wild for wildflowers? This spring should reward us with an explosion of colorful wildflowers! Join us for this casual stroll along the quarter-mile Desert Hawk Trail in search of these desert delights. Not only will you learn about our desert wildflowers, but you will bring home some beautiful souvenirs with the photos you take! Location: Nature Center. |
| Date: 3/17/2013 |
| Time: 2:00 PM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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