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                <title>Welcome to the "Wild West - an introduction to the Sonoran Desert"</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">Welcome to the "Wild West - an introduction to the Sonoran Desert" 3/28/2013 7:57:22 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:57:22 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 5/30/2013 8:00:00 AM: We in Arizona have bragging rights that we live in the ‘wild west’, with cactus that ‘jump’, and snakes that rattle.  But how ‘dangerous’ is the desert, really? Join Ranger Amy for a “hands-on” introduction to the unique flora and fauna that make up this place we call the Sonoran Desert. Meet at the North Trail Trailhead.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Little Critters Storytime w/ Ranger Amy -McDowell Park Nature Center</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">Little Critters Storytime w/ Ranger Amy -McDowell Park Nature Center 3/6/2013 8:14:45 AM</guid>
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                <description><![CDATA[ On 5/30/2013 12:30:00 PM: Little Critters Storytime with Ranger Amy - (Geared toward preschool and older children) Join us every Thursday for a themed program set around a children's book read aloud by Ranger Amy. Activities vary and may include live animals, songs, crafts, and/or puppet plays. This program takes place in our air-conditioned Visitor Center.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park Nature Center<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Scottsdale 85255]]></description>
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                <title>Intro to Animal Tracking -Nursery Tank Trail–  McDowell Park</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">Intro to Animal Tracking -Nursery Tank Trail–  McDowell Park 3/28/2013 8:04:26 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:04:26 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 5/31/2013 7:00:00 AM: Intro to Animal Tracking
Ever wondered what animal left their mark on the trail before you? Even when we don’t see actual animals, we can determine which animals are in the Park through signs such as tracks and scat. On this short 0.6 mile round trip walk to the Nursery Tank pond, we’ll use the clues they left behind to find out which animals visited the night before.  Meet at the Nursery Tank Trailhead.<br/>Nursery Tank Trail -- McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Scottsdale 85255]]></description>
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                <title>Drop-In Tortoise Feedings- “County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild!"- McDowell Park Visitor Center</title>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:07:00 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 5/31/2013 10:30:00 AM: Drop-in Tortoise Feedings
     
Come meet our resident tortoises, Lily, Lady, McKenzie and Scarlett. Drop in anytime between 10:30 & 11:30am to help Ranger Amy feed them lunch! Find out why you should never pick up a wild tortoise, and learn about tortoises that are looking for homes. 
Don’t forget your camera – our tortoises are very photogenic (and they move slowly so you can get great pictures. Meet out back of the Visitor Center. The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!
 “The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!” That means program participants will be eligible to win a 4-pak of tickets to Wet ‘n’ Wild Phoenix! 1. Tickets will be issued one per family. 2. Families can only win one set of 2013 Wet ‘n’ Wild tickets. 3. Visitors must attend the program in full and must be present to win. At the end of the program, the Interpretive Ranger will pull one winning ticket. 4. One 4-pack will be issued per program.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Desert Plant Adaptations – ADA Accessible- McDowell Park</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">Desert Plant Adaptations – ADA Accessible- McDowell Park 3/14/2013 5:17:09 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:17:09 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/6/2013 7:30:00 AM: Ever wondered why desert plants look so unique? The Sonoran Desert has the most diversity of plant life of any desert in the world. Learn which features help them survive in this harsh environment of extremes. Guided walk is approximately 1 mile in length, and 1 ½ hours. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Nursery Tank Trailhead.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Scottsdale 85255]]></description>
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                <title>Fridays Fitness Hike – Wagner Trail- McDowell</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">Fridays Fitness Hike – Wagner Trail- McDowell 3/14/2013 4:46:26 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:46:26 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/7/2013 6:00:00 AM: Fridays Fitness Hike – Various locations in Park- ALL Fridays
Come to one or all of the Fitness Hiking Series, every Friday. We build up to a longer hike at the end of the month. Please wear sturdy shoes & bring plenty of water. This week's hike is Wagner Trail. Meet at the Wagner Trail Trailhead, in the Campground.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.,Scottsdale, AZ 85269<br/>Photo courtesy of www.visitphoenix.com ]]></description>
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                <title>Scorpion Scavenger Hunt! -  McDowell Park</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">Scorpion Scavenger Hunt! -  McDowell Park 3/14/2013 2:20:24 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 02:20:24 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/7/2013 8:00:00 PM: Scorpions are a lot more fun to find when you spot them glowing under a blacklight, scavenger-hunt style (outside, rather than in your house)! Learn all about these venomous creatures and what makes them so well-adapted to life in the Sonoran Desert. Did you know that we commonly see three different species? And that all scorpions glow-- the same color--under a black light? Bring a flashlight or a blacklight, and wear sturdy shoes. This short walk will be about a 1/2 mile in length. Meet at the Trailhead Staging Area.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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                <title>The Desert Grocery Store  – North Trail- McDowell Park</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">The Desert Grocery Store  – North Trail- McDowell Park 3/14/2013 5:19:28 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:19:28 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/8/2013 7:30:00 AM: The Sonoran Desert is a virtual grocery store and pharmacy… if you know where to look. See (and sample) some of what people used to eat before grocery stores came to Phoenix, and find out which ones are still consumed. Try a chocolate chip cookie made with mesquite flour, or a cracker with agave nectar, along this easy, 2 mile stroll. Meet at the North Trail Trailhead.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Scottsdale 85255]]></description>
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                <title>Summer Night Ride Series</title>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:28:08 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/8/2013 7:30:00 PM: The summer night mountain bike series will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.  All riders must have a helmet, a lighting system designed for mountain biking and battery power for 3 hours of riding.   Riders must sign-in and sign-out, two hours are allowed to ride the Pemberton Trail.  It is highly recommended that you ride this trail in day light before coming out for a night ride.  The sign sheets are available at 6:30 for riders who might need extra time.  NO RIDERS WILL BE ALLOWED TO START AFTER 8:00 p.m.<br/>Trailhead Staging Area<br/>16,300 N. McDowell Mountain Park Drive<br/>Fountain Hills, AZ 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Drop-In Tortoise Feedings- McDowell Park Visitor Center</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">Drop-In Tortoise Feedings- McDowell Park Visitor Center 3/14/2013 5:25:36 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:25:36 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/13/2013 10:30:00 AM: Drop-in Tortoise Feedings
     
Come meet our resident tortoises, Lily, Lady, McKenzie and Scarlett. Drop in anytime between 10:30 & 11:30am to help Ranger Amy feed them breakfast! Find out why you should never pick up a wild tortoise, and learn about tortoises that are looking for homes. 
Don’t forget your camera – our tortoises are very photogenic (and they move slowly so you can get great pictures. Meet out back of the Visitor Center.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Fridays Fitness Hike – Wagner Trail- McDowell</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=6/14/2013&amp;EventID=20034</link>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 04:59:26 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/14/2013 6:00:00 AM: Fridays Fitness Hike – Various locations in Park- ALL Fridays
Come to one or all of the Fitness Hiking Series, every Friday. We build up to a longer hike at the end of the month. Please wear sturdy shoes & bring plenty of water. This week's hike is Wagner Trail. Meet at the Wagner Trail Trailhead, in the Campground.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.,Scottsdale, AZ 85269<br/>Photo courtesy of www.visitphoenix.com ]]></description>
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                <title>There’s a Rattlesnake on my Doorstep!- McDowell Park</title>
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                <guid isPermaLink="false">There’s a Rattlesnake on my Doorstep!- McDowell Park 3/14/2013 4:09:59 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:09:59 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/15/2013 11:00:00 AM: There’s a Rattlesnake on my doorstep! Life in the Phoenix area means living with rattlesnakes.  So, what DO you do if you find one in your yard? What should you do if you or someone you know is bitten? Find out the answers to these questions and more during this indoor Interpretive Program for all ages. We will have live snakes on hand for viewing. Large groups, please rsvp.  Program takes place in our Visitor Center. One lucky program attendee (drawn at random) will win a family four pack of Wet n Wild Tickets!<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Scottsdale 85255]]></description>
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                <title>Drop-In Tortoise Feedings- McDowell Park Visitor Center</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=6/20/2013&amp;EventID=19735</link>
                <guid isPermaLink="false">Drop-In Tortoise Feedings- McDowell Park Visitor Center 3/14/2013 5:24:54 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:24:54 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/20/2013 10:30:00 AM: Drop-in Tortoise Feedings
     
Come meet our resident tortoises, Lily, Lady, McKenzie and Scarlett. Drop in anytime between 10:30 & 11:30am to help Ranger Amy feed them breakfast! Find out why you should never pick up a wild tortoise, and learn about tortoises that are looking for homes. 
Don’t forget your camera – our tortoises are very photogenic (and they move slowly so you can get great pictures. Meet out back of the Visitor Center.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Fridays Fitness Hike – Trailhead Staging- McDowell</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=6/21/2013&amp;EventID=19731</link>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:08:54 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/21/2013 6:00:00 AM: Fridays Fitness Hike – Various locations in Park- ALL Fridays
Come to one or all of the Fitness Hiking Series, every Friday. We build up to a longer hike at the end of the month. Please wear sturdy shoes & bring plenty of water. This week's hike starts at the Trailhead Staging Area.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.,Scottsdale, AZ 85269<br/>Photo courtesy of www.visitphoenix.com ]]></description>
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                <title>Cactus Flower Discovery Walks- North Trail–  McDowell Park</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=6/22/2013&amp;EventID=19733</link>
                <guid isPermaLink="false">Cactus Flower Discovery Walks- North Trail–  McDowell Park 3/14/2013 5:18:47 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:18:47 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/22/2013 7:30:00 AM: Join Ranger Amy to identify the gorgeous desert cactus flowers that are blooming in the desert. From Cholla to Hedgehogs to Saguaros, this is the time of year where the desert shows its unique beauty. Bring your camera! Call the park for updates. Be sure to bring your camera! Every week will be a new location in the park, based on where the prime blooms are, that week. Meet at the Trailhead Staging Area.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Scottsdale 85255]]></description>
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                <title>Reptile and Live Animal Feeding - “The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!" -McDowell</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=6/22/2013&amp;EventID=20045</link>
                <guid isPermaLink="false">Reptile and Live Animal Feeding - “The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!" -McDowell 5/18/2013 3:58:34 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 03:58:34 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/22/2013 11:00:00 AM: Have you ever seen a snake eat? Bring your questions for Ranger Amy to our toasty Visitor Center to watch our exhibit animals being fed. Meet our baby tortoises, desert blonde tarantula and giant desert hairy scorpion.  Large groups, please rsvp.  Program takes place in our Visitor Center.  “The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!” That means program participants will be eligible to win a 4-pack of tickets to Wet ‘n’ Wild Phoenix! 1. Tickets will be issued one per family. 2. Families can only win one set of 2013 Wet ‘n’ Wild tickets. 3. Visitors must attend the program in full and must be present to win. At the end of the program, the Interpretive Ranger will pull one winning ticket. 4. One 4-pack will be issued per program.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Summer Night Ride Series</title>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:45:06 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/22/2013 7:30:00 PM: The summer night mountain bike series will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.  All riders must have a helmet, a lighting system designed for mountain biking and battery power for 3 hours of riding.   Riders must sign-in and sign-out, two hours are allowed to ride the Pemberton Trail.  It is highly recommended that you ride this trail in day light before coming out for a night ride.  The sign sheets are available at 6:30 for riders who might need extra time.  NO RIDERS WILL BE ALLOWED TO START AFTER 8:00 p.m.<br/>Trailhead Staging Area<br/>16,300 N. McDowell Mountain Park Drive<br/>Fountain Hills, AZ 85268]]></description>
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                <title>SUPER Saguaro Full Moon Hike - McDowell</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=6/23/2013&amp;EventID=19726</link>
                <guid isPermaLink="false">SUPER Saguaro Full Moon Hike - McDowell 3/14/2013 3:08:46 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 03:08:46 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/23/2013 7:30:00 PM: June's Full Moon is a "SUPER" Full Moon because the full moon occurs when the moon is at the closest point to the earth in its rotation. This moon may occur brighter and bigger. May also means seeing the night-blooming saguaro in full bloom! Join us for our monthly Full Moon Hike and experience the desert in a whole new way. We'll watch for sphinx moths and other animals attracted to the saguaro flowers at night. Flashlights are not necessary, but permitted. Bring plenty of water and sturdy shoes. Hiking time is 2 hours, and 3 miles. No pets please. Hikes begin at the Trailhead Staging area. Moonlit hike programs are free with $6/vehicle entry to the Park. Moonlit hike programs are free with $6/vehicle entry to the Park.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Scottsdale 85255]]></description>
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                <title>Fridays Fitness Hike – Sonoran Trail- McDowell</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=6/28/2013&amp;EventID=19739</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2013 08:43:26 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 6/28/2013 6:00:00 AM: Fridays Fitness Hike – Various locations in Park- ALL Fridays
Come to one or all of the Fitness Hiking Series, every Friday. We build up to a longer hike at the end of the month. Please wear sturdy shoes & bring plenty of water. This week's hike starts at the Sonoran Trail, OUTSIDE of the main park entrance.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.,Scottsdale, AZ 85269<br/>Photo courtesy of www.visitphoenix.com ]]></description>
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                <title>Fridays Fitness Hike - McDowell</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=7/5/2013&amp;EventID=19958</link>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 28 Apr 2013 05:50:11 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 7/5/2013 6:00:00 AM: Fridays Fitness Hike – Various locations in Park- ALL Fridays
Come to one or all of the Fitness Hiking Series, every Friday. We build up to a longer hike at the end of the month. Please wear sturdy shoes & bring plenty of water. Check entry station sign for this week's location.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.,Scottsdale, AZ 85269<br/>Photo courtesy of www.visitphoenix.com ]]></description>
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                <title>Summer Night Ride Series- Pemberton Trail</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=7/6/2013&amp;EventID=19946</link>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:47:06 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 7/6/2013 7:30:00 PM: The summer night mountain bike series will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.  All riders must have a helmet, a lighting system designed for mountain biking and battery power for 3 hours of riding.   Riders must sign-in and sign-out, two hours are allowed to ride the Pemberton Trail.  It is highly recommended that you ride this trail in day light before coming out for a night ride.  The sign sheets are available at 6:30 for riders who might need extra time.  NO RIDERS WILL BE ALLOWED TO START AFTER 8:00 p.m.<br/>Trailhead Staging Area<br/>16,300 N. McDowell Mountain Park Drive<br/>Fountain Hills, AZ 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Little Critters Storytime w/ Ranger Amy -McDowell Park Nature Center</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=7/11/2013&amp;EventID=18417</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2012 08:05:47 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 7/11/2013 8:30:00 AM: Little Critters Storytime with Ranger Amy - (Geared toward children 3 to 6 years old) Join us every Thursday (except July 4th) for a themed program set around a children's book read aloud by Ranger Amy. Activities vary and may include live animals, songs, crafts, and/or puppet plays. This program takes place in our air-conditioned Visitor Center.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park Nature Center<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Fridays Fitness Hike - McDowell</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=7/12/2013&amp;EventID=19959</link>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 28 Apr 2013 05:50:52 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 7/12/2013 6:00:00 AM: Fridays Fitness Hike – Various locations in Park- ALL Fridays
Come to one or all of the Fitness Hiking Series, every Friday. We build up to a longer hike at the end of the month. Please wear sturdy shoes & bring plenty of water. Check entry station sign for this week's location.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.,Scottsdale, AZ 85269<br/>Photo courtesy of www.visitphoenix.com ]]></description>
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                <title>Scorpion Scavenger Hunt! -“The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!” -McDowell Park</title>
                <link>http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/EventsDetailPublishers.aspx?date=7/12/2013&amp;EventID=20062</link>
                <guid isPermaLink="false">Scorpion Scavenger Hunt! -“The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!” -McDowell Park 5/22/2013 12:46:00 PM</guid>
                <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 12:46:00 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 7/12/2013 8:00:00 PM: Scorpions are a lot more fun to find when you spot them glowing under a blacklight, scavenger-hunt style (outside, rather than in your house)! Learn all about these venomous creatures and what makes them so well-adapted to life in the Sonoran Desert. Did you know that we commonly see three different species? And that all scorpions glow-- the same color--under a black light? Bring a flashlight or a blacklight, and wear sturdy shoes. This short walk will be about a 1/2 mile in length. Meet at the Trailhead Staging Area.The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!
 “The County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this Summer!” That means program participants will be eligible to win a 4-pak of tickets to Wet ‘n’ Wild Phoenix! 1. Tickets will be issued one per family. 2. Families can only win one set of 2013 Wet ‘n’ Wild tickets. 3. Visitors must attend the program in full and must be present to win. At the end of the program, the Interpretive Ranger will pull one winning ticket. 4. One 4-pack will be issued per program.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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                <title>Drop-In Tortoise Feedings- McDowell Park Visitor Center</title>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 28 Apr 2013 05:47:49 MST</pubDate>
                <description><![CDATA[ On 7/13/2013 8:00:00 AM: Drop-in Tortoise Feedings
     
Come meet our resident tortoises, Lily, Lady, McKenzie and Scarlett. Drop in anytime between 8:00 & 8:30am to help Ranger Amy feed them breakfast! Find out why you should never pick up a wild tortoise, and learn about tortoises that are looking for homes. 
Don’t forget your camera – our tortoises are very photogenic (and they move slowly so you can get great pictures. Meet out back of the Visitor Center.<br/>McDowell Mountain Regional Park<br/>16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.<br/>Fountain Hills 85268]]></description>
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