| Dixie Mine Hidden Petroglyph Hike - meet OUTSIDE of Park - McDowell |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| This is a rare opportunity to hike to an area with ancient Hohokam petroglyphs. The Dixie Mine area has some fascinating history, and stunning hidden petroglyphs. This area is one of the best kept secrets in the Park. This 5 1/2 mile roundtrip hike has a few steep inclines, but the trail is well-maintained, and the reward is worth it. Bring more water than you think you'll need, and meet at the Golden Eagle trailhead in Fountain Hills. We will park just before the Guard Gate at the end of Golden Eagle Blvd, and walk into the park. Call the Park for more detailed directions to the Trailhead. |
| Date: 3/22/2013 |
| Time: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM Duration: 3.5 hrs |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $2.00 per person park entry (walk-in fee). |
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| Contact: Amy Burnett, Interpretive Ranger 480-471-0173 |
| Location: Dixie Mine Trailhead |
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Address:
Northern end of Golden Eagle Blvd. at end of road
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 |
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| "Like" to Hike - Estrella Mountain Regional Park |
| Estrella Mountain Park |
| Impress your friends! Update your status with pictures from your morning hike. Join Ranger Amy for this morning hike and see how many things there are to “like” about Estrella Park! This hike will be approximately 4-miles. There will be plenty of opportunity to stop for pictures so you can “share” with your friends! Please make sure to bring a camera, plenty of water and wear appropriate footwear. Meet at the Coldwater Trailhead. |
| Date: 3/22/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle entry fee |
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| Contact: 623-932-3811 x202 |
| Location: Coldwater Trailhead - Estrella Mountain Regional Park |
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Address:
14805 W. Vineyard Ave.
Goodyear, AZ 85338 |
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| Backyard Birding - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Do you drink coffee on your back porch Saturday mornings wondering about the names of the little birds flittering about? Bring your coffee to Usery Park and explore the endless possibilities of backyard birding with bird expert, Sandy Hornbaker. Learn how to attract different birds to your own backyard and what you must provide to your feathered friends. Ask Sandy what your responsibilities are as a backyard birdwatcher and what you can expect. Please bring binoculars and water. Location: Campsite 21 in the Buckhorn Campground. |
| Date: 3/22/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
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| Friday Fitness Hike - San Tan |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| Health and fitness go together hand and hand, but instead of being in a gym all day, head outside and take pleasure in the scenic beauty of the San Tans. Breathe in the fresh air, take in the sights and enjoy a few fitness facts along the way. On this 3.5 -mile fitness hike we will be discussing the cactus of the desert; what they are and how to avoid their spines. This program is part of a hiking series that will take place on select Friday’s each month with a new fitness facts topic for each hike. |
| Date: 3/22/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Duration: 2 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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| Home School Program with the Science Center: "Beautiful Butterflies" - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Make your own butterfly habitat and learn about the life cycle of butterflies! Take home larvae to experience the wonder of butterfly metamorphosis. Recommended for ages 6-10, accompanied by an adult. NOTE: Pre-registration is required through the Arizona Science Center. Registration closes on March 1. To register, please call the Arizona Science Center at 602-716-2000 ext. 229, or email campbellm@azscience.org. Arizona Science Center members: $15 for the first parent and child and $5 for each additional child. Non-members: $20 for the first parent and child and $5 for each additional child. Extra charge of $7 per family for butterfly larvae. There is also a $6 per vehicle entry fee to enter Usery Mountain Regional Park. Location: Usery Park Nature Center. |
| Date: 3/22/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| Fee: See program description |
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| Rock Art of Spur Cross |
| Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area |
| March 22 Friday 9:00 am Rock Art of Spur Cross
(moderate) The petroglyphs found in Spur Cross were created hundreds of years ago by the Hohokam people. Come and walk in their footsteps as we visit a few of the more impressive sites in the park during this two-hour hike. No dogs on this hike please. |
| Date: 3/22/2013 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Duration: 2 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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| Fireside with the Ranger - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Join Ranger Mark at the Nature Center for a "Fireside" chat. He will provide the "fire" and answer your questions about the flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert. We'll listen for owls, bats and coyotes and maybe even "call" back to them! Bring your marshmallows and hotdogs, (don't forget a stick to roast them on). Be sure to ask him about his adventure to North Carolina! Hmmm. |
| Date: 3/22/2013 |
| Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Speaker: Ranger Mark |
| 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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| Family Moonlight Walk |
| White Tank Mountains Regional Park |
| Enjoy the moonlight and the desert night in a hike along the Waddell Trail. This is a two mile walk. Meet at Area 7 at 7:00 pm. No dogs please. |
| Date: 3/22/2013 |
| Time: 7:00 PM |
| Speaker: Park Rangers |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle - Park entry fee |
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