| Early Morning Paddle Tour of Great Blue Heron Island - Lake Pleasant |
| Lake Pleasant Regional Park |
| Yes, it is very early, but well worth the effort. Join the many paddlers who will be camping overnight after the Paddle Fest event. We will paddle out to an island with over 100 blue heron nesting. A great time to have your camera and binoculars! This paddling trip is under five miles and will be around three hours. Call 602-372-7460 x 202 for questions. We leave at 6AM sharp! |
| Date: 4/28/2013 |
| Time: 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Duration: 3 hours |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 per vehicle + $2 per watercraft park entry |
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| Contact: Terry Gerber, Interpretive Ranger 602-372-7460 ext. 202 |
| Location: Lake Pleasant Regional Park - North entrance, Fireman's Cove |
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Address:
Take Hwy 74 to Castle Hot Springs Rd., go 5 miles and turn right, follow signs to Fireman's Cove.
Peoria, AZ |
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| Bird Walk - Estrella |
| Estrella Mountain Park |
| Join knowledgeable folks from the Sonoran Audobon Society for an easy hike along the Gila River discovering the bird life of Estrella Park. Between the river habitat, mesquite bosque and nearby farm fields, and turf area, over 150 different species have been observed. We are likely to see up to 40 species, including: Herons, Egrets, Kingfishers, Osprey’s, Hawks, Ibis, and Stilts. When you think about it, everyone is a birdwatcher—you can do it wherever or whoever you are– it’s just more fun to know what they are. Meet at the Navy parking lot North. Rain cancels event. |
| Date: 4/28/2013 |
| Time: 7:30 AM Duration: 2 hours |
| Speaker: Sonoran Audobon Society |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle entry fee |
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| Contact: amyroberts@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Meet at Navy North Parking Lot |
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| Cacti of Spur Cross |
| Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area |
| April 28 Sunday 8:00 am Cacti of Spur Cross
(easy) Spur Cross is home to thirteen species of cacti. Join interpretive ranger Kevin Smith for a look at some of the cacti found along the Spur Cross and Metate Trails. Bring your camera because many of them are sure to be flowering at this time. |
| Date: 4/28/2013 |
| Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 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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| The Secret life of Saguaros on the Scenic Trail – Trailhead Staging Area- McDowell |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| Want a longer hike, while learning all about the secret life of saguaros? The Scenic Trail is a 4.8 mile ridgeline hike with great views of mountain ranges in all directions. See a crested saguaro, view an ancient petroglyph, and take in the desert as we walk this moderate, 2 1/2 hour walk. Please wear hiking shoes and bring water and snacks. Meet at the Trailhead Staging Area. |
| Date: 4/28/2013 |
| Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Duration: 3 hours |
| 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 85269
Photo courtesy of www.visitphoenix.com, AZ |
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