) Desert Foothills Park - Lower Field - 1010 Marketplace Southwest (Chandler Blvd. Ranger Derik will be available to answer any questions about the snakes. Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. Go for a post-Thanksgiving hike with Ranger Eric on a moderate hike up to Yavapai Point and back, with spectacular scenery along the way! Click on program title for details. - 4 p. Your application will be forwarded to the Desert Outdoor Center. m. 2The Desert Outdoor Center does not supply food and disposables. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature. The camp is located at Maricopa County’s Desert Outdoor Center on the east shore of Lake Pleasant. 41835 N. maricopa. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Guests can purchase a wide variety of souvenirs to commemorate their experience. Please call the Maricopa County Health Department at 602-506-6900, for information on obtaining a food handler's card. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. ESTRELLA - Tamarisk Invasive Species Removal - 11-23-2023 thru 3-1-2024. Click program title for more details. White Tank Mountain Road. 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Castle Hot Springs Rd. To register, please call the Cave Creek Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 5 miles south of I-10 Exit 112 on SR85. This includes: Warmth for human beings. com. " Desert washes may seem empty at first glance, but these ever-changing ecosystems are teeming with life. (27th Pl. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. m. The location provides a perfect setting for your event; quiet and secluded, surrounded by the soothing sounds and sights of the beautiful Sonoran Desert. What is that you ask? That is an event we get together and create seed bombs with native seed that was collected in the parks, add clay and compost. Cave Creek, AZ , 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8. (602) 506-2930 ext. Discovery Station: Sonoran Desert Geology. To register, please call the Cave Creek Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Lake Pleasant Regional Park offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation centered on Lake Pleasant including: boating, fishing, water sports, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. This includes: Warmth for human beings. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342; Phone: 602-506-2930. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant - Education, Recreation, and. Seasonal. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Fitness Hike (Registration required, limit 15 participants) December 21, 2023 - (08:00 AM - 12:00 PM) Cave Creek Regional Park. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Learn about the various uses and roles of mesquites in our Southwest culture at this free, family-friendly event at Coffinger Park in Wickenburg!This week’s topic will be the North American Monsoon. Vineyard Ave. To register, please call the Cave Creek Nature Center (602) 506-2930 ext. 10 Lane Boat Ramp Closed- Mon Nov. Early signs include thirst and muscle cramps. The Desert Outdoor Center is a hidden gem at Lake Pleasant in Maricopa County, AZ. 00: Overnight Use. 5. Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. Exit at Carefree Hwy (Exit 223B) and travel west approximately 8 miles to 87th Ave. The Joe Foss public range is located in the Buckeye Hills Regional Park, located 10. Join Rangers Steve and Kevin for an evening under the Sonoran Desert stars! Click program title for more details. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Join Ranger Steve in the lobby of the Nature Center for an interactive display of various rocks, gems, and minerals native to our Sonoran Desert. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Event Details. Estrella Mountain Regional Park. m. 41835 N. The following are three major hot and dry deserts in North America, all located in the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. 2-mile hike on medium and difficult rated trails. Hassayampa River Preserve. m. Stop by the Nature Center to see. 6533 W. Park and Visitor Center hours:Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Specialties The Desert Outdoor Center, located on the eastern side of Lake Pleasant, is a popular field trip destination with the mission of providing memorable environmental education experiences to students throughout the Valley. Reservations must be made to visit the Desert Outdoor Center. No registration required. To. 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. Buckeye Hills Regional Park. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. White Tank Mountain Road. 41402 N. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant, 41402 North 87th Avenue, Peoria, Arizona 85383, Phone: (602) 372-7470, Fax: (602) 372-7475, info@desertoutdoorcenter. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center; Friends of Hassayampa; Partners. Maricopa County Parks-Desert Defenders-Native Seed Harvest. Waddell, AZ 85355. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water, a hat and sunscreen. White Tank Mountain Road. Saturday: 7:30 a. Cave Creek Regional Park has four large ramada areas with picnic tables, barbecue grills, drinking water, electrical outlets, campfire pits and a nearby playground. 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature Center. Ramadas can be reserved for a fee in four-hour increments. 5. except holidaysLimit 15 participants. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. m. 87th Avenue in Peoria. The location provides a perfect setting for your event; quiet and secluded surrounded by the soothing sounds and sights of Arizona’s Sonoran desert. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Fires are prohibited from May 1 – September 30 in Area A. Kitchen: Kitchen. Event Details. Come hike through the desert with a ranger to see and learn about the unique plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home. 87th Avenue in Peoria. except holidays San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Paddlefit Activity - See Desert Lotus Paddle Boards: 2PM: Locomotion Race #3 – Last chance! - Details see Outdoor Adventure Centers: 2PM: Paddleboard Yoga - See Desert Lotus Paddle Boards: 2PM: Kayak Paddle Tour around Helm Island - First 10 people, see Desert Breeze Tours: 2:30PM: Kayak Paddle Tour around Helm Island - Desert Breeze:. The Phoenix-based company claims. PRINT. Export to Outlook. ) DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. 8. McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Wickenburg, AZ 85390. Meet at Lost Sheep Trail trailhead. gov or (602) 506. Students will learn geology, animal signs, plant names, history, and ecology along a designated trail. 209:00 AM - 02:00 PM. White Tank Mountain Road Waddell, AZ 85355 (602) 506-2930 ext. Phone: (602) 506-2930 ext. (27th Pl. Wedding celebrations taking place at the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant will surely feature endless vistas of the surrounding natural beauty, including the Sonoran Desert as a majestic backdrop. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Maricopa County Parks is hosting several native seed harvest events in April and May at several of our parks. Wickenburg, AZ 85390. What is it? What causes it? What impact does it have on the Sonoran Desert? Find these answers and more! MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center classroom. Branding of animals. to 1:30 p. Feel free to bring your robe, shower shoes, towel and wash cloth, but leave your blow-dryer at home. 00: Full Day: $18. except holidaysPark Activities. White Tank Mountain Road. Upcoming Hours. Let’s talk about that with Ranger Shaun. The park is located about 10. 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. No registration required. Park Hours. Queen Creek, AZ 85144. Vineyard Ave. Vineyard Ave. (602) 506-2930 ext. Export to Outlook. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Saturday, December 03, 2022. La Montana Drive in Fountain Hills, Arizona. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. 00: Full Day:McDowell Mountain Regional Park to host public meeting for potential bike park. Recreational purposes. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Friday, December 15, 2023. S. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 [email protected] Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Vineyard Ave. Limit 20 participants. Cave Creek Regional Park and White Tank Mountain County Park are also nearby. 6Come chat with Ranger Kevin about our native Sonoran Desert snakes while exploring a range of snake artifacts. except holidaysDesert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant; Hassayampa River Preserve, San Tan Mountain Regional Park, Usery Mountain Regional Park, White Tank Mountain Regional Park; A five-month commitment is required from our Park Hosts, and all hosts are required to pass a criminal background check and driving history check. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. 00: Full Day:San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. 41835 N. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. m. (602) 506-2930 ext. Did you know that Wickenburg gets one of the highest concentrations of migrating turkey vultures in. Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. 7 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. Check-in will be at the Nature Center Parking Lot. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center classroom No registration required. ESTRELLA - Tamarisk Invasive Species Removal - 11-23-2023 thru 3-1-2024. Buckeye Hills Regional Park. 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant 41402 N. except holidaysRanger Derik will be present to answer any of your Sonoran Desert questions and discuss efforts to catalog plant species in the County Parks using the iNaturalist citizen science app. -5 p. 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Sonoran Desert 101. Registration for this program will close on 12/5/2023. 2. m. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Come help us clean up Lake Pleasant at the National Public Lands Day Lake Pleasant Clean Up! Lake Pleasant Regional Park hosts many visitors throughout the year, which makes keeping up with trash clean-up along. 18. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. Goodyear, AZ 85338. Additionally, at least one kitchen staff must have a food handler's card. If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call. 87th Avenue Peoria, AZ , 85383 (602) 372-7470. Nov 18, 2023 - (10:00 AM - 02:00 PM) Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. S. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Center Amenities; Facility Rentals; Programs. m. You will view and learn about the moon, the planets, deep space objects like star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies. For more information, pricing, to arrange a personal tour, or make reservations, call (602) 372-7470 or email doc@mail. 4 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. This October promises to be a month of unforgettable melodies and delightful memories with the return of the City’s free Fall Concerts in the Park series. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. (602) 506-2930 ext. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8 24. . Live animals will also be on display during this event. Vulture Mountains Recreation Area. m. Usery Pass Rd. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. 41835 N. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8 Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant 41402 N. Hassayampa River Preserve. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Scorpion Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants) Nov 21, 2023 - (06:00 PM - 08:00 PM) Cave Creek Regional Park. We will be talking about the importance of native plants in restoring desert habitat that has been degraded due to things like wildfire, human use and overgrazing. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. 5 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. Spur Cross Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Learn about the adaptations and life cycles of plants and animals of our Sonoran Desert on an easy/moderate hike with Ranger Nikki. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 (602) 506-2930 ext 3The trail winds through cacti and washes so it is encouraged that you wear sturdy close toed shoes. Take a right onto 87th Ave and follow the road north 2 miles to the Desert Outdoor Center entrance gate (do not turn into Pleasant Harbor Marina entrance). The Desert Outdoor Center, operated by Maricopa County and located on the eastern side of Lake Pleasant, is an ideal setting for environmental education field trips, including classrooms, a science lab, open-air amphitheater and more than 30 ranger-led programs ranging from natural history to desert survival to alternative energy. White Tank Mountain Road. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 406:30 AM - 08:30 AM. - 4 p. Wickenburg, AZ 85390. Hassayampa River Preserve. 41835 N. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Discovery Station Rattlesnakes. - 4 p. Chapter Five (5) outlines the findings and. m. Spur Cross Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Please, NO pets. m. 87th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85383. Queen Creek, AZ 85144. Important Notes: Sign-up is required for all programs unless otherwise noted, and capacity for each program is limited to 10 people. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the Nature Center. Led by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of educators, community leaders, and parents, Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant the Friends play a key role in raising revenue for the Center. North America has large deserts, too, including the Mojave in California and parts of Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. Phillips Road. 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM. There are bathrooms and water fountains at the nature center make sure you have plenty of water at the beginning of the hike it gets hot fast here. Desert Discovery Day. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. The Desert Outdoor Center is open Monday thru Sunday BY RESERVATION ONLY. We will be talking about the importance of native plants in restoring desert habitat that has been degraded due to things like wildfire, human use and overgrazing. Desert Survival II (DS II) consists of group participation in a simulated exercise to apply skills learned in DS I. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. . Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 [email protected]: Full Day:Check-In Time (Day of Arrival): 1:00 p. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature Center. 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM. 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. Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Office. Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on mapping, and removing invasive species within the parks. A member of our staff will contact you within five (5) business days to finalize your reservation. The volunteer coordinator may be reached at parkvolunteer@maricopa. About the General Joe Foss Shooting Complex. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center. Welcome to the. 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM. Highly reflective roof coating on 75% of the roof reduces heat island effect. To sign up, please call the Visitor Center at 928-684-2772. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Attend one of the many informational interpretive park programs presented at the visitor center or throughout the park. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. 2San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. (602) 506-2930 ext. Nov. 5 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. White Tank Mountain Road. (602) 506-2930 ext. White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. 2 The Desert Outdoor Center does not supply food and disposables. 8 with your name, phone number and number. Come to the Nature Center any time from 9am- 12 Pm and get up close and personal with several snake species native to the Sonoran Desert. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342; Phone: 602-506-2930. org 5. Come to the Visitor Center and meet Ranger Kevin from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center,. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Nov. Interested in learning more about cacti? Learn and ask your cactus questions to a ranger. 8 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. 41835 N. Located on the Valley’s east side, this park takes in 3,648 acres set at the western end of the Goldfield Mountains, adjacent to the Tonto National Forest. This includes: Warmth for human beings. 41835 N. (REI). back to top. MEETING LOCATION: Group Picnic Area just East of the Nature Center. (602) 506-2930. Phone: 760-772-5175. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. 49614 U. except holidaysSan Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 407:00 PM - 09:00 PM. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. They are specialists in engaging people, especially children, in an assortment of cultural and natural history topics as well as fun and recreational endeavors. 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. Meeting Location: Nature Center No registration required, just drop on in between. Click program title for more details. Join the Ranger in the Nature Center for an informal drop-in session and curated display of unique items from the Sonoran Desert. The Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is located at 41402 N. Waddell, AZ 85355. 30. Phone: 602-50[email protected] Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. This indoor class takes place in the on-site classroom but please check in at the Visitor Center. For grades K-2 this class will consist of a shorter hike that emphasizes the shapes, sounds, and colors of the desert. Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Castle Hot Springs Rd. See all. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. You'll find that Chapters One (1) through Four (4) provide the background information and research collected over the past few years. 8 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. The 26,000 square-feet facility offers a classroom setting, lab, overnight dormitory accommodations, trail access and over 30. 5-mile easy to moderate terrain hike at sunrise to observe various plants of the desert and watch for birds, mammals and reptiles starting their day. Hwy. including the story of Mr. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. 6San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. 9. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water. m. 60 89. Wood-burning chimineas and outdoor pits. To learn more about the camp or register, visit of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant - Education, Recreation, and Inspiration. A fifth-generation Seal Harbor resident, she has launched the Acadia Outdoor Center with her business partner, Jamie Whitehead, to enhance local outdoor experiences while providing year-round recreation for the community. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. (REI). We even provide the telescope. use of the complete facility (includes setup and take-down time) and a 1 hour rehearsal time prior to the event date. m. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. 3939 N. The Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant was absolutely perfect for our wedding. The Center office is open from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. Castle Hot Springs Rd. m. (602) 506-2930 ext. Join Ranger Steve for an interactive table display of various rocks and minerals found in the Sonoran Desert. m. - 4 p. Monday, July 03, 2023. Friday, June 09, 2023. except holidays The Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is available to host your wedding, family reunion, group meeting, conference, retreat, training, or special event . Castle Hot Springs Rd. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. - 4 p. Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to search for flowering saguaros and. 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. Normal & special operating hours for Desert Hills Premium Outlets®. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342; Phone: 602-506-2930. Export to Outlook. Export to Outlook. Castle Hot Springs Rd. 2Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Join Maricopa County Natural Resource Manager Juanita Armstrong-Ullberg for an approximately 4-5-mile hike on the Go John trail, as well as around the Nature Center and the Native Seed Garden. The discovery theme is Sonoran Desert Artifacts, so bring your curiosity and your questions for Ranger Kevin to answer! A table full of interesting objects will be on hand for you to inspect. except holidaysA staging area for your horse (s) is available at this park. Morristown, AZ 85342. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Please wear comfortable closed toed shoes, bring plenty of water, and dress in layers as the temperature can vary over the course of several hours in the desert, especially nearing sunset. m. Phone: (602) 506-9500 Location . 8 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10.