Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about identification, behavior, and ecology of our Sonoran Desert birds during this guided hike. We will hike about 2.5 miles roundtrip on the Dragonfly Trail at Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area and Jewel of the Creek Preserve. We will hike for 2-2.5 hours on moderate grade, with frequently rocky or uneven ground. Please dress in layers, wear protective clothing and/or sunscreen, wear sturdy footwear, and carry ample water, electrolytes, and snacks for yourself. Porta-potties and fee station are located 200 ft beyond the parking lot. No water available, so bring your own.
MEETING LOCATION: Spur Cross parking lot by end of road (road/trail continues on to the Spur Cross Trailhead ramadas and portapotties if you need to use those before we hike; that is also where you pay the park entrance fee). We will walk the frontage trail back along the road to get to the Dragonfly Trail.
Park map: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/assets/1/6/spur-cross-8x11-combined.pdf
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/g898hXrkwtFW6XQM9
Please note: Entry to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area is $5 per person. Annual Pass or CASH are accepted, and exact change is much appreciated.
Limit 10 participants. To register, please call the Cave Creek Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 8 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 2/18.