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Aug 13

Intro to Kayaking (Registration Required, Limit 8 Participants)

Interested in learning the basics of kayaking? This introductory class with Ranger 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. ...More details
Aug 13

Homeschool Happenings: Build a Dam (Registration Required, Limit 20 student participants)

Learn about the water cycle and get hands-on experience constructing your own water-retention structure with Ranger Nikki! Click program title for more details. ...More details
Aug 13

Climate Change in the Sonoran Desert Hike (Registration Required, Limit 25 Participants)

Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to learn about the effects that climate change is having on the Sonoran Desert. Click program title for more details.  ...More details
Aug 13

Creatures of the Night Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

Look for scorpions and other nocturnal critters on this hike with Ranger Eric! Click on program title for more details. ...More details
Aug 14

Beginning Birders Hike (Registration Required, Limit 12 Participants)

Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to birding in one of Arizona’s premiere birding locations. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Aug 14

Discovery Station: Aquatic Life

Join Ranger Kevin for a close-up look at some very small aquatic critters native to the Hassayampa River Preserve. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Aug 14

America 250 Discovery Station: Cactus Curiosity

Curious about cacti? Come to this drop-in, come and go style ranger table with your questions; find answers, displays, and sharp plants! ...More details
Aug 14

America 250 Cactus Hike: Succulents of the San Tans (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

Join Ranger Jacque for a sunset hike to celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary year while exploring the desert cacti, including the ancient, iconic saguaros that have stood as sentinels over the American desert since before our country's founding. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Aug 14

Creatures of the Night (Registration Required, Limit 25 Participants)

Join Ranger Olivia on a night hike to search for all things creepy and crawly. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Aug 15

Morning Meander

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

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The County is committed to providing equal access to its programs, services, and activities.

To request a reasonable accommodation, auxiliary aid, service, or information in an alternative format, please contact the ADA Compliance Program at maricopacountyparks@maricopa.gov or 602.506.9500.

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