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Trailside Naturalist – Wildflower Season – Gateway Trailhead

Wildflower Season

Find out about the many species of winter and spring wildflowers that grow in the Preserve.

The old maxim “April showers bring May flowers” does not apply to the Sonoran Desert. In fact, April marks the beginning of our dry season, and by May, most of our wildflowers have already flowered and set seed. A more accurate version of the maxim for the Sonoran Desert would read, “October showers bring March flowers.” Stop by and we will show you common flowers in the desert and when and where to find them.

*Trailside Naturalist is a family-friendly educational offering on many Saturday mornings.  The presentations feature hands-on materials and specimens and cover a variety of topics about the flora and fauna of the Preserve.  The informal setting allows visitors to ask questions and learn interesting information about the amazing biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert.  Sign up is not necessary, stop by anytime. 

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Gateway Trailhead

18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 United States

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