Learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert on an evening trail walk with Ranger Steve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included snakes, bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them. Please carry your own water and wear closed-toe shoes. Due to the wildlife we may encounter, please do not bring pets. Trails are rated as easy-moderate and are mostly flat, but there may be some small hills and rocky surfaces. We will hike about 2 miles. This program is for all ages but might not be suitable for toddlers or young children due to their perception of the darkness and hiking length.
MEETING LOCATION: North Pipeline Canyon Trailhead; enter the park through the NORTH entrance (past main entrance) and turn right onto the road for Cottonwood Day Use Area; pipeline trailhead is near the first bathroom.
Limit 12 participants. To register, please email Ranger Steve at stephen.dacosta@maricopa.gov with your name, phone number and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 8/29/23.