With the year coming to a close and temperatures coming down animals are a little more likely to be spotted by daylight. It’s also a bit more comfortable to hike while the sun’s out! Ranger Shaun’s ready to take advantage of some cooler weather by heading out to the Merkle trail for a short critter spotting trip. Wanna go?
This will be a roughly 1-mile hike on a barrier free trail meaning mostly flat and with no major rocks or ruts to speak of. Closed toe shoes and water bottles are still required but hiking poles or sticks aren’t needed, though you are welcome to bring them if you like. No pets please.
While short, this hike is a great way to make progress towards your goal if you are participating in Maricopa County Park’s “100 Miles in 100 Days” hiking challenge (Nov. 1-Feb. 8). For more information, please visit our webpage here:
MEETING LOCATION: Merkle Trailhead
Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 4 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 12/1.