Desert Tortoise Watch

Whoooeee! I’m a little slow on this, but I hope you can make it to the desert tortoise watch today. Sorry for the dealy–I have [...]

Estrella Star Viewing Hike

Head out with a ranger tonght on a 3 mile (it’s a loop) jaunt up Toothaker Trail…. Because it’s a GREAT place to see the stars and planets, star clusters and all that up there.

Bird Song

You’ll sit under a shady ramada (that has a nice view, too)…. Noon – 1:00 PM How much: $6/car, so pack up the babies and grab the old ladies, and everyone goes!

All About Desert Trees

So have you ever wondered about our trees here in the Sonoran Desert?… Noon – 1:00 PM How much: $6/car, so pack up the babies and grab the old ladies, and everyone goes!

Blooming Cactus Walk

Ranger Jim Terrill will guide your through and tell you who’s blooming today…. Lava Lane, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, (623)465-0431 When: Sunday, April 19, 2009.

Stargazing at Usery Mountain Park

Haven’t you always wanted to learn a bit more about the beautiful Arizona night sky–and all the stars?… Pack in as many people as possible into your car because you pay by the vehicle.

Take a Hike With ASU Faculty

This year, they will guide you though the lovely Desert Botanical Garden, where we have our own rich desert diversity…. There will be a hike at 9:00 AM, another at 10:00 AM, and the last at 11:00 AM.