Saturday, October 05, 2024
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
6533 W. Phillips Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85144
(602) 506-2930 ext 7
Join Ranger Nikki on an evening stroll to search for scorpions and other nocturnal critters. Click program title for more details.
Ranger Nikki will lead you on a walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions. We will also be on the lookout for other nocturnal critters such as bats, owls, tarantulas, centipedes and more. The route is an out-and-back walk on the park’s service road and part of San Tan Trail and is rated easy to moderate terrain. The total distance is approximately 2-2.5 miles. Bring your blacklight and a regular
flashlight. No pets, please. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring plenty of water. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature Center. Please bring $7 exact cash for the self-pay station or your annual pass to display on your vehicle.
MEETING LOCATION: Main trailhead picnic table
Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the San Tan Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 7 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 10/3/24.