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Jun 25

Desert Dawn: Sit Spots and Bird Song (Registration Required, Limit 10 Participants)

Join naturalist Rich Fuhrmann Jr. for a mindful sunrise walk where you will practice "sit spot" techniques, discover how birds and people adapt to summer heat, and listen to the desert wake up. ...More details
Jun 25

Kayak 101(Registration Required, Limit 8 Participants)

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. ...More details
Jun 25

America 250 From Sea to Shining Desert: Birding 101

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary year by taking a beginner’s look into the world of desert birds and the migratory journeys that connect our nation from sea to shining desert. ...More details
Jun 25

America 250: Scales of the Southwest

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. ...More details
Jun 25

Discovery Station: Desert Mammals

Stop by the Discovery Center and learn about the many animals that call the
park home. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Jun 25

America 250 Sunset and Saguaros: Hiking the American Desert (Registration Required, Limit 25)

This program has been cancelled due to an extreme heat warning issued in the county through 8p on 6/25/26.

Join Ranger Jacque for a special sunset hike to celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary year while exploring the 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
Jun 25

Scorpion Hike

Join Ranger Derik on a nighttime hike through the park in search of
scorpions and other nocturnal creatures. Click program title for more details.
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Jun 25

Saguaros in Sunset (Registration Required, Limit 25 Participants)

***This program has been cancelled due to an extreme heat warning***
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Jun 25

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
Jun 26

Discovery Station: Bald Eagles of Lake Pleasant

Help commemorate America 250, the initiative to honor our Country’s 250th birthday, by learning all about our iconic national symbol, the Bald Eagle. Ranger Nikki hosts a drop-in information table to share fun facts and data on these unique creatures and the efforts to keep them protected. Click program title for more details. ...More details

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