| Yoga – Connect In Nature! – All Levels Class - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Connect with nature in Usery Park’s Nature Center by exploring your breath before a desert hike. Improve your balance for a bike ride through easy-to-learn, fundamental yoga postures. This all-levels class for both beginners and experienced yogis sets the tone for your day of hiking, riding or…yes, even your workday! Please join Inner Vision Yoga and their certified instructors for inspiring yoga every Monday night at 6pm, Tuesday and Thursday at 9am, and Saturday at 8:30am. Sign up for these fee-based classes at www.innervisionyoga.com or drop into the park. For more information see websites, or call 480-632-7899 or 480-984-0032. Location: Nature Center |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: Fee-based program |
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| Location: Nature Center |
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Address:
3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85207 |
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| Exploring the Dragonfly Trail - Spur Cross |
| Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area |
| January 28 Saturday 9:00 am Exploring the Dragonfly Trail
(moderate) Come along with park ranger Kevin Smith on this exploration of the newest trail in the Spur Cross trail system, the Dragonfly Trail. On this moderate 3.5 mile hike we will visit a prehistoric rock art site and also stroll along a beautiful section of riparian habitat on Cave Creek. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM Duration: 3 hours |
| Speaker: Kevin Smith, park 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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| Find the Ranger - Wind Cave Trail - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| This open-house style program features our ranger hiking along the Wind Cave Trail and stopping to talk to park visitors. Our ranger will show off his “Backpack of Knowledge” and be available to answer questions about the park, discuss park history, identify desert plants, or even explain which animals call Usery Park "home". Carry ample water. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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| Tiny Tumbleweed Trekking: Ecosystems! - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Tiny Tumbleweed Treks are geared towards our Valley’s youngest hikers and nature lovers! Come to the Nature Center and learn about the desert! After a short lesson indoors, we will hit the trail on a short hike in search of desert mysteries. Meet at Nature Center. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Duration: 1.5 hours |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: Ranger Sarah or sarahsteele@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Meet at the Nature Center |
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Address:
37019 N. Lava Lane
Cave Creek, AZ 85331 |
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| Introduction to Archery - San Tan- **Registration Full** |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| *****Registration for this class is full. You are welcome to sign up for our archery program on 2/18 or 3/24. If you would like, you can show up the day of the class to fill any empty spots on a first come first serve basis.*****
Are you the next Robin Hood? Maricopa County Parks & Rec and Arizona Game & Fish want to find out, by getting you behind the bow with a safe and fun introduction to International Target Style Archery. To reserve your spot, call 480.655.5554 or email Ranger Adam at adammartell@mail.maricopa.gov, then show up and let the fun begin. Participants must be at least 8 years of age and wear closed toed shoes. Adults are encouraged to participate. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM Duration: 1.5 hours |
| Speaker: Ranger David and Ranger Adam |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| 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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| Kids Photo Hike at White Tank Park |
| White Tank Mountains Regional Park |
| We will do a learning discovery-type scavenger hunt. We won’t be collecting anything but we will be photographing things along the trail in order to add to your family photo collection book. The hike will be along the Mule Deer Trail. Limited to 15 children (each must be accompanied by at least one well behaved adult). Call ahead for reservations. Meet at the Nature Center at 10:00 a.m. (Flat, easy trail. .3 mile). Bring your own camera. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Duration: 1.5 hours |
| Speaker: Park Rangers |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle - Park entry fee |
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| Location: Nature Center |
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| Wildlife Safari - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| We all love to see wild animals, but where are they hiding this time of year? Join us on this exciting 1.5-mile wildlife safari as we sneak to the secret places where the park’s wildlife is often seen. Feel free to bring your camera and binoculars. Please bring water, hats, and closed-toe shoes. Location: Trail Staging Area. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 10:00 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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| Archery 202 - Skills Development - San Tan ** Registration Full** |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| *****Registration for this class is full. You are welcome to sign up for our archery program on 2/18 or 3/24. If you would like, you can show up the day of the class to fill any empty spots on a first come first serve basis.*****
Take your archery skills to the next level by fine tuning your technique through a variety of fun games and exciting shooting exercises. Participants must have successfully completed a Maricopa County Parks and Rec Intro to Archery class and present their blue Archer’s card to the Range Master in order to participate in this advanced class.. To reserve your spot, call 480.655.5554 or email Ranger Adam at adammartell@mail.maricopa.gov, then show up and let the fun begin. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Duration: 1 hour |
| Speaker: Ranger David and Ranger Adam |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| 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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| Creature Feature- Yogi Bear - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| We will be hosting a special presentation followed by a popular animated film. This family event is designed for all ages. An interpretive program will explore the fascinating world of our desert ecosystem and give you the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of its beautiful creatures. This program will conclude with a family friendly movie presentation that depicts the adventures of the beloved picnic-basket-stealing bear, Yogi, and his partner in crime, Boo-Boo. Feel free to bring a mat, pillow, blanket or sleeping bag! Concessions will be available for purchase in the nature center; however you are welcome to bring your own food and beverages - no glass containers please. Meet at the Nature Center. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Duration: 2 hours |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: Ranger Sarah sarahsteele@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Meet at the Nature Center |
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Address:
37019 N. Lava Lane85531 |
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| Painting Animals on Rocks and Hot Cocoa, too -McDowell Park Nature Center |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| Unleash your creativity and enjoy an afternoon of painting on rocks in our comfy Visitor Center. Ranger Amy will show you some surprisingly easy techniques that even children can use to create keepsakes out of river rocks, using the popular book series, "Painting Animals on Rocks" by Lin Wellford. http://www.linwellford.com/
Hot chocolate will be provided, free of charge. This program is suitable for ages 4 through teens. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Duration: 1 hour |
| Speaker: Ranger Amy Ford |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 per vehicle park entry fee |
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| Contact: amyford@mail.maricopa.gov 480-471-0173x201 |
| Location: McDowell Mountain Regional Park Nature Center |
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Address:
16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 |
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| Desert Hiking for Families - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Discover why hiking is such a great family activity! This fun 2-mile hike will introduce families to the basics of desert hiking. Kids and their parents will learn how to be safe and how to have a lot of fun while hiking. Please bring water and closed-toe shoes. Location: Trail Staging Area. Following the hike, come watch us feed our snakes inside our Nature Center! |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 1:30 PM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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| Tails on Trails - Dog Fitness Hike (Experienced 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, 3-mile hike along the Blevins Trail is great for experienced 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. Note: A “Beginners Level” Dog Fitness Hike is also offered this month for those who feel they need the basics before advancing to this level. Location: Trail Staging Area. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 2:00 PM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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| Archery 101 - Intro to Archery - San Tan ***Registration Full*** |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| *****Registration for this class is full. You are welcome to sign up for our archery program on 2/18 or 3/24. If you would like, you can show up the day of the class to fill any empty spots on a first come first serve basis.*****
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation and Arizona Game and Fish are excited to get you behind the bow with a fun introduction to archery. Ages 8 and up are welcome to participate in the fun and safe sport of International Target Style Archery. This is a great way to get involved with this amazing sport and best of all, we will provide all the equipment. All you need to do is reserve a spot by calling 480.655.5554 or emailing Ranger Adam at adammartell@mail.maricopa.gov, then show up and let the fun begin. Adults are welcome to participate too. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST WEAR CLOSED TOED SHOES. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Duration: 1 hour |
| Speaker: Ranger Adam |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| 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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| Late Afternoon Campground Nature Walk - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Join park host, Sandy Hornbaker, for a late afternoon sojourn through our campground and nature trail on a quest to spot desert wildlife and plants. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, but bring binoculars, your afternoon tea, and a little patience. Be prepared to walk one to two miles. Please bring water. Location: Campsite 21 in the Buckhorn Campground. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 4:00 PM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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| "Geology of Arizona" with Professor A.J. Lombard - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Ever wonder about the fascinating mountains and rock formations seen throughout Arizona? Join geology professor, A. J. Lombard, as he shares a wealth of information about the unique geology of Arizona in this one-hour presentation. Bring your curiosities and questions inside our Nature Center and discover lots of amazing things about our state’s incredible geology! Location: Nature Center. |
| Date: 1/28/2012 |
| Time: 7:00 PM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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