Venom in the Preserve
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, ScottsdaleVenom in the Preserve Educational Walk from Brown’s Ranch Trailhead.  Some reptiles and arthropods in the Sonoran Desert use venom or other poisons to defend themselves or subdue their prey. Learn how to recognize these animals that bite and sting and the effect of their venom. Join Dr. Rich Cochran on an easy 1.5 hour
Stagecoach, High Desert & The Divide
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, ScottsdaleStagecoach, High Desert & The Divide Fitness Hike from Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. This Very Difficult hike will head north of Cholla Mountain into the lesser traveled areas with great vistas of the Tonto and points north. Experienced hikers suggested. About 4.5 hours to cover 9 miles on rolling terrain. Bathrooms are available at the trailhead.