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Discovery Station: Monsoon Safety

Friday, July 17, 2026
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lake Pleasant Regional Park
41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd.
Morristown, AZ 85342

(602) 506-2930 ext. 2


Stop by the Discovery Center to learn about our summer monsoon and how to stay safe when Mother Nature livens things up with downpours, dust and thunderstorms. Click program title for more details.

 

Visit the Discovery Center to chat with Ranger Nikki about the seasonal shift in weather patterns that can bring about unpredictable and extreme conditions – haboobs, wind, downpours, flash flooding, hail, lightning, and even tornadoes. The official “Monsoon Season” will already be underway so there may be plenty to talk about! Learn about some of the conditions that contribute to this weather, why the rainy season is important to desert plants and animals and how you can stay safe when the weather gets wild. The information table will be set up from 2pm to 4pm so stop by at your leisure. If you are recreating before or after the program, remember your closed-toe shoes, sun-protective clothing and plenty of water. Restrooms and water are available at the Discovery Center.  

MEETING LOCATION: Discovery Center

Precise Meeting Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QNkCy49ZiKxkoppv8

Park Map: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/assets/1/6/lake-pleasant-8x11-north_south_trails1.pdf (See Page 2 “Nature Center” Symbol #14 in Map Key for location at South end of Lake).

No registration required. Just stop by any time between 2pm and 4pm!

 
 

Phone: 602-506-2930

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