Thursday, July 23, 2026

• Guided Bird Hike (Registration Required, Limit 15 Participants)

  July 23, 2026 - (05:30 AM - 07:30 AM)

  Estrella Mountain Regional Park
  14805 W. Vineyard Ave.
  Goodyear, AZ , 85338

  (602) 506-2930 ext. 6

  Learn about and look for birds of Sonoran Desert riparian areas on this moderate guided hike with Ranger Eric! Click on program title for more details.
• Hike the Park (Registration Required, Limit 15 Participants)

  July 23, 2026 - (07:00 AM - 09:30 AM)

  Hassayampa River Preserve
  49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89
  Wickenburg, AZ , 85390

  (602) 506-2930 ext. 9

  Join Ranger Derik on a morning fitness hike through every trail in the park. Click program title for more details. 
• Ranger Walk at the Pollinator Garden (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

  July 23, 2026 - (08:00 AM - 09:00 AM)

  Estrella Mountain Regional Park
  14805 W. Vineyard Ave.
  Goodyear, AZ , 85338

  (602) 506-2930 ext. 6

  Explore our pollinator garden with Ranger Eric to look for insects and birds as we learn about the native plants there and the ecological importance of pollinators. Click on program title for more details!
• Intro to Kayaking (Registration Required, Limit 8 Participants)

  July 23, 2026 - (08:00 AM - 01:00 PM)

  Lake Pleasant Regional Park
  41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd.
  Morristown, AZ , 85342

  (602) 506-2930 ext. 2

  Interested in learning the basics of kayaking? This introductory class will give you the knowledge you need to get started with confidence. Class includes time practicing on the water at Lake Pleasant. Click for more information.
• Discovery Station: Cactus Curiosity

  July 23, 2026 - (09:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

  Estrella Mountain Regional Park
  14805 W. Vineyard Ave.
  Goodyear, AZ , 85338

  (602) 506-2930 ext. 6

  Interested in learning more about cacti? Learn and ask your cactus questions to Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details!
• Discovery Station: Desert Mammals of Hassayampa

  July 23, 2026 - (10:00 AM - 01:15 PM)

  Hassayampa River Preserve
  49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89
  Wickenburg, AZ , 85390

  (602) 506-2930 ext. 9

  top by after your morning hikes and birding and learn about the many mammal species that call the park home. Click program title for more details.
• America 250: Scales of the Southwest Presentation

  July 23, 2026 - (11:30 AM - 12:30 PM)

  Usery Mountain Regional Park
  3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
  Mesa, AZ , 85207

  (602) 506-2930 ext 4

  Join Ranger Jacque for a special America 250 Lunch n' Learn! Explore the complex history and symbolism of desert reptiles in the American story, from revolutionary flags to Hollywood legends. Click program title for more details.
• Snake Feeding and Animal Encounters

  July 23, 2026 - (12:45 PM - 01:45 PM)

  Usery Mountain Regional Park
  3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
  Mesa, AZ , 85207

  (602) 506-2930 ext 4

  Meet Ranger Jacque and our animal ambassadors at feeding time!
• Saguaros in Sunset (Registration Required, Limit 25 Participants)

  July 23, 2026 - (06:30 PM - 08:00 PM)

  McDowell Mountain Regional Park
  16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.
  Fountain Hills, AZ , 85268

  (602) 506-2930 ext 3

  Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Click program title for more details. 
• America 250: Starry Night and Striped Scorpions (Registration Required, Limit 20)

  July 23, 2026 - (07:30 PM - 09:00 PM)

  Usery Mountain Regional Park
  3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
  Mesa, AZ , 85207

  (602) 506-2930 ext 4

  Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary year under the stars with Ranger Jacque! Search for glowing scorpions along the Amigos Wash trail and discover why these ancient survivors have been an essential part of the American desert for centuries.