Cave Creek (11/6) - Join Ranger Jim as he explores the magic of the desert at night.	McDowell (11/6)- Come learn how the plants and animals of the desert make this thei rone and only home sweet home.	Estrella (11/6) - Learn about bites, stings,how to prepare for hiking in the desert, how to keep pets safe and anything else a new Zonie needs to know about our great state.
Usery (11/7) - Interested about getting into bird watching but don’t know where to start?	McDowell (11/7) - Are you ready for the 12 and 24 Hours of Fury?	San Tan (11/7) - Explore the magical and mysterious desert through this captivating movie presentation on our big screen in the comfort of the visitor center.
Spur Cross (11/7) - Interested in taking a rountrip trek into the backcountry of one of the premier archeological sites in the conservation area?	Usery (11/7) - In the cool of the nature center connect with nature by exploring your breath before a desert hike.	Estrella (11/8) - Join Ranger Pat as she shows you how to catch, halter, lead, tie, groom, bridle, saddle a horse.

Additional video clips may be viewed on YouTube™ by searching for Maricopa County Parks.

Birdwatchers Bonanza	Bustling with activity	Rockin' Reptiles	The tortoise and the hare
Spring Wildflowers

Park News

Lake Pleasant four-lane boat ramp temporarily closed 10/1/2009 (Peoria) Lake Pleasant Regional Park will host the Amica Championship Triathlon on Sunday, November 1. The event will close the four-lane boat ramp on Saturday, October 31 at 12 p.m.; however, it will reopen to the public at noon on Sunday. Park visitors are encouraged to use the ten-lane boat ramp on South Park Road accessed through the main entr ....More Details County Parks Offer Free Camping 9/22/2009 (Phoenix) - With more families opting to vacation closer to home this year due to a sluggish economy, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is inviting the public to enjoy a night of free camping at a County park. Beginning Thursday, October 1, visitors who pay the camping fee for one night at a desert mountain County park will receiv ....More Details Maricopa Regional Trail offers miles of trails 9/22/2009 (Phoenix) - For many Maricopa County residents, the cooler temperatures bring about a desire to get outside and reconnect with nature. This year, outdoor enthusiasts have access to 121 miles of new trails sprinkled throughout the Valley to recreate on. The trails are part of the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Departments Maricopa Regional Tra ....More Details

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Yoga – Connect In Nature! – All Levels Class - Usery Park

Pleasant Paddlers Program - Full Moon Paddle Tour of Scorpion Bay

Full Moon Hike at McDowell Park

Full Moon Hike - San Tan

"Just for Kids" - Toddler Cruise - Usery Park - 11/4/2009

Board of Supervisors to hold public meeting on proposed fee increases for county parks - 11/4/2009

Kids Strike It Rich! Gold Program!-Estrella - 11/4/2009

All About Our Sonoran Desert - "Brown-Bag It" with Ranger B - Usery Park - 11/4/2009

Get Ready for the Turkey Fitness Hike - Cave Creek Park - 11/5/2009

Yoga – Connect In Nature! – All Levels Class - Usery Park - 11/5/2009

Natural Healing, Desert Medicinals Walk-Estrella - 11/5/2009

Exploring the Dragonfly Trail - Spur Cross - 11/6/2009

Sonoran Desert Simplified!- McDowell Park - 11/6/2009

"Just for Kids" - Story Time in the Desert - Usery Park - 11/6/2009

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