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SUMMARY:Brown's Ranch Homestead - Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Brown’s Ranch Interpretative Trail Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nBefore the Preserve was a reality\, part of this land was a ranch\, the historic Brown’s Ranch. Join us to explore this historical place\, full of memories of a different way of life and hear the stories of the people who lived here not long ago. The hike is about 3.0-mile round trip on a comfortable trail with moderate elevations over about 2.5 hours. \nRestrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/browns-ranch-homestead-educational-hike-3/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Hike
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SUMMARY:Introduction To Mountain Biking: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Mountain Biking: Session 1 (Beg.) at Pima Dynamite Trailhead. \nThis program is designed to introduce participants to mountain biking by building foundational riding skills and confidence in a safe\, supportive setting. It emphasizes the importance of proper bike setup\, safety checks\, and trail etiquette\, while fostering an appreciation for outdoor activity and responsible trail use. Upon completion\, participants are expected to demonstrate basic bike handling abilities\, understand essential principles such as body position\, balance\, and braking\, and apply correct procedures for mounting\, dismounting\, and stopping on varied terrain\, alongside practicing essential safety and etiquette on the trails. \nA bike with wide knobby tires is required. Please\, no road bikes\, hybrids\, or folding bikes. Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Helmets required. Bring water and snacks for the trail. Restrooms available at the trailhead. Arrive 15 minutes before start of ride. \nNo electric assist bikes. To inquire about an accommodation from the City of Scottsdale\, please call 480-312-4444. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/introduction-to-mountain-biking-session-1-3/
LOCATION:Pima Dynamite Trailhead\, 28777 N. Pima Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Ride
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SUMMARY:Windgate Pass/Bell Pass Loop Hike
DESCRIPTION:Windgate Pass/Bell Pass Loop from Gateway Trailhead. \nReady for a great workout? Then this Very Difficult hike in the heart of the southern McDowells is for you. We go to Windgate Pass and around to Bell Pass before returning to the trailhead. 9.3 miles for about 5 hours with over 2000 ft. of elevation gain. \nRestrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water\, snacks and even a lunch for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/windgate-pass-bell-pass-loop-hike-2/
LOCATION:Gateway Trailhead\, 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Hikes
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SUMMARY:Predators and Prey - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Predators and Prey – Balancing the Ecosystem at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead  \nJoin us for a fascinating two-hour leisurely walk exploring the dynamic relationship between predators and prey. Discover how desert animals like coyotes\, bobcats\, mountain lions\, raptors\, and snakes have evolved to hunt\, and how their prey—such as deer and rodents—have adapted to survive. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs\, please. \nSpace is limited! Please Save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/predators-and-prey-educational-walk-2/
LOCATION:Lost Dog Wash Trailhead\, 12601 N. 124th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85259\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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SUMMARY:Lecture - Linking Plants\, Pollinators and You (at Mustang Library)
DESCRIPTION:Linking Plants\, Pollinators and You \nSaturday\, January 10\, 2026 from 2:30 pm to 4 pm \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nWe will explore the dynamic and varied world of Sonoran Desert Pollinators who coexist with us in every season and landscape. These pollinators\, while offering our desert great beauty\, also serve an important role in keeping the Sonoran Desert healthy. We will discuss the birds and the bees and cover other desert pollinators including butterflies\, beetles\, flies\, and bats. Importantly\, you will learn what you can do to improve and sustain pollinator habitats at home with native plants and seeds. \nDr. John Weser is the Life Sciences Department Chair and Executive Director and cofounder of the Center for Native & Urban Wildlife at Scottsdale Community College (SCC). He received his Ph.D. in Biology from Arizona State University with an emphasis in Behavioral Ecology. Dr. Weser is involved in desert habitat restoration including enhancing pollinator habitats in natural and urban environments. He has partnered with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy since 1999 in a range of programs including restoration and bird and butterfly monitoring. Dr. Weser is also involved with the Southwest Monarch Study monarch tagging project along with studying SCC’s desert burrowing owls and native solitary bees. \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming!
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-linking-plants-pollinators-and-you-at-mustang-library/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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