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Sep 9

Edible Desert Plants Walk and Class (Registration Required, Limit 20 participants)

With this combination outdoor/indoor class led by Ranger Nikki you can learn about some of the plants in our Sonoran Desert that have served as nourishment and medicine for generations of desert dwellers. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Sep 9

Crested Saguaro in Sunset (Registration Required, Limit 30 Participants)

Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the unique crested saguaro and other
saguaros during sunset. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Sep 9

San Tan Shredders Wednesday Night Roll

A no drop night ride through the trails. ...More details
Sep 10

Morning Meander

Enjoy an early morning walk to look for birds, lizards, snakes, and small animals with Ranger Olivia. Click on program title for more details. ...More details
Sep 10

Aquatic Life Class (Registration Required, Limit 10 Participants)

Curious about what lives in the pond? Come find out with Ranger Shaun! Click program title for more details. ...More details
Sep 10

Discovery Station

Join Ranger Olivia to learn about the beautiful and fascinating saguaro cactus during this All About Saguaros Discovery Station! Click on
program title for more details. ...More details
Sep 10

Meet the Critters

Have you ever dreamed of touching a tarantula? Or snuggling with a snake? Join Ranger Jacque to meet the resident animal ambassadors! Click program title for more details. ...More details
Sep 10

Desert After Dark Fitness Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

Want to keep hiking this summer but unsure about the heat? Join Ranger Jacque for a guided night hike that helps you stay cool, safe, and confident on the trail. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Sep 11

Guided Bird Hike (Registration Required, Limit 10 Participants)

Learn about birds of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details! ...More details
Sep 11

Morning Meander (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

Come with Ranger Shaun for a casual paced walk and talk through the Preserve. Click program title for more details. ...More details

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