| Yoga – Connect In Nature! – All Levels Class - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Connect with nature in Usery Park’s Nature Center by exploring your breath before a desert hike. Improve your balance for a bike ride through easy-to-learn, fundamental yoga postures. This all-levels class for both beginners and experienced yogis sets the tone for your day of hiking, riding or…yes, even your workday! Please join Inner Vision Yoga and their certified instructors for inspiring yoga every Monday night at 6pm, Tuesday and Thursday at 9am, and Saturday at 8:30am. Sign up for these fee-based classes at www.innervisionyoga.com or drop into the park. For more information see websites, or call 480-632-7899 or 480-984-0032. Location: Nature Center |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: Fee-based program |
| |
| Location: Nature Center |
| |
Address:
3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85207 |
|
| Archery 101 - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Interested in archery? Curious about how to shoot a bow? Come to Usery Park and find out! You will discover how fun archery really is! Participants will experience a fun and safe introduction to recreational and international-style target archery. Equipment will be provided. This class is open to anyone ages 8 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Advanced registration is required. Please call the park at 480-984-0032 to register. Limited to 20 participants. Please bring water, hats, and closed-toe shoes. Meet at the Archery Range. This class is also offered at 10:30am. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
| |
| |
|
| Blooming Cactus - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| We are going to take a walk and learn all about the cactus blooms of the desert. From Saguaros to Barrel Cactus, all these spiny plants start to show their softer side. This will be an easy 1 mile walk on our Slate Trail. Always bring plenty of water and sturdy shoes. Meet at the Slate Trailhead. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Duration: 1.5 hours |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle park entry fee |
| |
| Contact: Ranger Sarah sarahsteele@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Meet at the Slate Trailhead |
| |
Address:
37019 N. Lava Lane85331 |
|
| Find the Ranger - Wind Cave Trail - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| This open-house style program features our ranger hiking along the Wind Cave Trail and stopping to talk to park visitors. Our ranger will show off his “Backpack of Knowledge” and be available to answer questions about the park, discuss park history, identify desert plants, or even explain which animals call Usery Park "home". Carry ample water. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
| |
| |
|
| Saturday Bird Walk - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| How do you tell one brown bird from the next, and what are the first three items to look for as the little rascal flits off? Are you already a novice but interested in keeping a yearly, state or country bird list? Bird expert, Sandy Hornbaker, will talk about bird habitat, behavior, range, etc. as we go in search of the native birds in this area. Please bring binoculars and water. Location: Trail Staging Area. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
| |
| |
|
| Scrambled EGGstravaganza - Crafts and Games - San Tan |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| Once you have completed Rascal's Scavenger Hunt, find the magical craft lady to receive your special prize. Take part in some fun craft activities, face painting and EGGStra special games (carrot toss, egg obstacle course, etc...). Craft supplies are limited, so arrive early. Activity available between 9 a.m. and noon. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Duration: Available from 9am-noon |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle park entry fee |
| |
| More Info: http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/santan/ |
| Contact: (480) 655-5554 |
| Location: San Tan Mountain Regional Park - Visitor Center |
| |
Address:
6533 W. Phillips Rd.
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 |
|
| Scrambled EGGstravaganza - Scavenger Hunt - San Tan |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| Rascal the Rabbit is up to his usual tricks and hidden some EGGStravagant treats at San Tan Mountain Regional Park. In order to receive his EGGSeptional item, you must locate secret clues he left along the Bunny Trail(roughly half-mile round-trip). Check in at the Visitor Center to receive a special map to help you locate Rascal’s treasure. Stay after for some fun craft activities. Supplies are limited. Activity available between 9 a.m. and noon. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Duration: Available from 9am-noon |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle park entry fee |
| |
| More Info: http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/santan/ |
| Contact: (480) 655-5554 |
| Location: San Tan Mountain Regional Park - Visitor Center |
| |
Address:
6533 W. Phillips Rd.
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 |
|
| The Lake Pleasant Dam Good Run Walk Event |
| Lake Pleasant Regional Park |
Registration forms and payment proceedures are now on the Lake Pleasant website, Sign up! This year's Dam Good Run Walk event is Saturday April 7th. We will again be featuring a "Dam Fun" 2 mile, that goes up to the dam and back, not on it. On this all paved route you can bring a stroller, have a wheelchair, or run/walk all on pavement.
We will have the same "Dam Challenging" four mile route again, which does cross the dam and includes a dirt trail the last mile.
This year there will be a new "Dam Tough" route. It will be somewhere in the area of 8 miles and will feature a more hilly route and includes a nice canyon. More details will be coming on this new route.
Mark your calendar - Save the date - and get ready for a Dam Good time! |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Registration Required: Yes |
| |
| Contact: Terry Gerber, Interpretive Ranger 602-372-7460 ext. 202 |
| Location: Lake Pleasant Regional Park - South end of Lake Pleasant, at 10-lane boat ramp. |
| |
Address:
Take Hwy 74 to Castle Hot Springs Rd., turn first right into park, follow signs to 10-Lane boat ramp
Peoria, AZ |
|
| Desert Wildflower Walks- North Trail – McDowell Park |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| Join Ranger Amy to identify the gorgeous desert flowers that are blooming in the desert. Every week, different species will appear as the wildflower season unfolds—it is always a surprise what we find! Call the park for updates. Be sure to bring your camera! Every week will be a new location in the park, based on where the prime blooms are, that week. This week's walk is on the North Trail. Meet at the North Trail Trailhead. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Duration: 1 1/2 hours |
| Speaker: Ranger Amy Ford |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 per vehicle park entry fee |
| |
| Contact: amyford@mail.maricopa.gov 480-471-0173x201 |
| Location: McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| |
Address:
16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 |
 |
|
| Extended Holiday Operation |
| Adobe Dam Regional Park |
| Wet 'n' Wild Phoenix has added an extra day of fun on April 6th! The Park will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00p.m. to take advantage of the holiday weekend. We encourage you to bring your family and friends to the Park to take advantage of this extended weekend! |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Duration: April 6 - April 8, 2012 |
| Registration Required: No |
| |
| More Info: http://www.wetnwildphoenix.com/Events/Upcoming-Events-.htm |
| Location: Adobe Dam Regional Park |
| |
Address:
23280 N. 43rd Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85310 |
|
| Scrambled EGGstravaganza - Egg Hunt - San Tan |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| Rascal the Rabbit has hidden eggs at the San Tan Mountain Regional Park. Help Ranger Adam collect all of Rascal's eggs to receive special goodies. Supplies are limited. Chick egg hunt (for youth ages 4 and under) begins at 11 a.m. Bunny egg hunt (for youth between the ages of 5 & 10) begins at 11:20 a.m. Jackrabbit egg hunt (for youth ages 11 & up) begins at 11:40 a.m. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Duration: Egg Hunt available at various times starting at 11 a.m. |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle park entry fee |
| |
| More Info: http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/santan/ |
| Contact: (480) 655-5554 |
| Location: San Tan Mountain Regional Park - Visitor Center Parking Compound |
| |
Address:
6533 W. Phillips Rd.
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 |
|
| All About Bird Songs - "Brown-Bag It" with the Birding Lady - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Hear that bird? Love to hear birds sing, but unable to identify them? Want to match the bird with the song? If so, then this one-hour presentation is for you! Bring your sandwich to the “Brown-Bag It” series under the comfort of a shaded patio (with a great view!), as our birding expert, Sandy Hornbaker, helps you identify our melodious desert birds through the use of recordings. Location: Nature Center. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 12:00 PM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
| |
| |
|
| Intro to Animal Tracking -Nursery Tank Trail– McDowell Park |
| McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| Intro to Animal Tracking
Ever wondered what animal left their mark on the trail before you? Even when we don’t see actual animals, we can determine which animals are in the Park through signs such as tracks and scat. On this short 0.6 mile round trip walk to the Nursery Tank pond, we’ll use the clues they left behind to find out which animals visited the night before. Meet at the Nursery Tank Trailhead. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Duration: 1 hour |
| Speaker: Ranger Amy Ford |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 per vehicle park entry fee |
| |
| Contact: amyford@mail.maricopa.gov 480-471-0173 x201 |
| Location: Nursery Tank Trail -- McDowell Mountain Regional Park |
| |
Address:
16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 |
 |
|
| "Just for Kids" - G.R.E.E.N. (Get Ready to Explore and Enjoy Nature) - Usery Park |
| Usery Mountain Regional Park |
| Why is protecting nature so important? How do we impact the environment? Kids (and parents) are invited to join Jenn as she shows us why it is necessary to protect the environment and how we can do things to create a healthier planet. This program is designed for kids ages 7-12. Jenn is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University, majoring in Sustainability, and is also a student intern at Usery Mountain Regional Park. Location: Nature Center. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 1:30 PM |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per car |
| |
| |
|
| Feeding Frenzy - Estrella |
| Estrella Mountain Park |
| It’s time to feed our critters! Watch and learn how these fascinating creatures eat their dinner. Join Ranger Mark at the Nature Center for this compelling consumption of calories! |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Duration: 1hr. |
| Speaker: Ranger Mark |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 Park Entrance Fee per vehicle |
| |
| Contact: Ranger Mark 623-932-3811 |
| Location: Estrella Mountain Regional Park |
| |
Address:
14805 W. Vineyard Ave.
Goodyear, AZ 85338 |
 |
|
| Wildflower Wandering - San Tan |
| San Tan Mountain Regional Park |
| Meander about the desert with our wildflower guide as you enjoy the splendid beauty of the wildflowers at San Tan and embark on a moderate 1.3-mile hike along the Little Leaf Trail. Don’t forget to bring plenty of water, sunscreen, proper hiking attire, and a camera for this captivating trek to explore the colorful side of the Sonoran Desert. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Duration: 1 hour |
| Speaker: Ranger Adam |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6 vehicle park entry fee |
| |
| More Info: http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/santan/ |
| Contact: (480) 655-5554 |
| Location: San Tan Mountain Regional Park - Visitor Center |
| |
Address:
6533 W. Phillips Rd.
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 |
|
| Sunset Over Spur Cross |
| Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area |
| April 7 Saturday 5:00 pm Sunset Over Spur Cross
(easy) Come with us on a casual stroll along the Metate Trail as the sun sets over the hills of the conservation area. The twilight is a prime time to watch for wildlife and take pictures so bring some binoculars and a camera. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Duration: 2 hours |
| Speaker: Kevin Smith, Interpretive Ranger |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $3 per person |
| |
| Contact: Kevin Smith, Park Ranger at 480-488--6623 or e-mail kevinsmith@mail.maricopa.gov |
| |
 |
|
| History of the Mexican Vaquero - Cave Creek Regional Park |
| Cave Creek Regional Park |
| We will take you through the history of the Mexican Vaquero on this unforgettable journey. You will meet C.L. “Lee” Anderson, a living historian, and his horse Concho as he guides you through this historical journey as never seen before. He will take you back to relive the days of the American cowboys versus the Mexican cowboys and reveal their hardships they had to endure. Bring everything you ever wanted to know about the days of the Vaquero and find out why everyone would admit that the Mexican cowboy could out rope and out ride. Bring camping chairs or a comfortable blanket to sit on in our outdoor amphitheater. *****Join us for a campfire after this program right at the amphitheater! Bring your smores supplies and roasting sticks if you would like!Meet at the Nature Center Amphitheater. NOTE: This program is part of the “County Parks are getting Wet ‘n’ Wild this summer” series and we will be raffling off a family-four pack at the end of the program. |
| Date: 4/7/2012 |
| Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Duration: 1.5 hours |
| Speaker: Lee Anderson & Concho |
| Registration Required: No |
| Fee: $6.00 per vehicle park entry fee |
| |
| More Info: http://historicaloldwest.org/index.html |
| Contact: Ranger Sarah sarahsteele@mail.maricopa.gov |
| Location: Meet at the Nature Center Amphitheater |
| |
Address:
37019 N. Lava Lane85331 |
|