More Pie Please Fitness Hike at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th Street, Scottsdale, AZ

More Pie Please Fitness Hike at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead Join us on this hike to burn off some calories with family and friends. You won’t feel a bit guilty about having that second piece of pie! Location: Lost Dog Wash Trailhead - 12601 North 124th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85259 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~2.5

Bike/Hike the South from Quartz Trailhead

Quartz Trailhead (undeveloped, no services) N 104th St &, N 102nd St, Scottsdale, AZ

Bike/Hike the South from Quartz Trailhead Join us on this ride and hike from the Quartz Trailhead. We will ride the Quartz Trail west to the Westworld Trail, go around the golf course and head uphill east on the Taliesin Trail to its intersection with the Quartz Trail. This will take us to the next

Preserve Origins Educational Walk at Fraesfield Trailhead

Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, AZ

Preserve Origins Educational Walk at Fraesfield Trailhead The McDowell Sonoran Preserve is the largest continuous urban preserve in North America. It is part of the Sonoran Desert, the most biodiverse desert in the world. It encompasses over a third of the City of Scottsdale. How did all this happen? How did the people of Scottsdale

Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday Support the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy and our mission to preserve and advance natural open space through science, education, and stewardship on Giving Tuesday, the global day of generosity.

Walk with Natural Resources Coordinator at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th Street, Scottsdale, AZ

Walk with Natural Resources Coordinator at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead Join us on an easy walk with a City of Scottsdale Natural Resources Coordinator as various pertinent topics are discussed during the walk in the desert. The material will depend on the season, animals, plants, and will cover whatever is happening in this beautiful environment.

Women’s Bike Ride at Fraesfield Trailhead

Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, AZ

Women's Bike Ride at Fraesfield Trailhead This bike ride is a beginner skills and moderate cardio ride. Perfect for those that identify as women. Location: Fraesfield Trailhead – 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill Level: Easy Distance: ~9 miles Time: ~3.5 hours A bike with wide knobby tires is required. Please, no

Desert Connections Educational Walk at Fraesfield Trailhead

Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, AZ

Desert Connections Educational Walk at Fraesfield Trailhead Everything in the desert is connected and always changing.  We'll explore how the environment--the mountains, the rocks, the climate, the washes, and more--affects the plants and animals that live here, how living things in turn change the environment, and how climate change and increasing development may impact what

Sonoran Sundays- Geology of the McDowell Mountains at Gateway Trailhead

Gateway Trailhead 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZ

Sonoran Sundays- Geology of the McDowell Mountains at Gateway Trailhead One of the geologists who was instrumental in the discovery of the Marcus Landslide in the McDowell Mountains will be sharing information on the unique rock forms and geology of the region. This educational presentation will offer interesting insights on the geological history and evolution

Walk with Natural Resources Coordinator at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead

Tom’s Thumb Trailhead 23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale, AZ

Walk with Natural Resources Coordinator at Tom's Thumb Trailhead Join us on an easy walk with a City of Scottsdale Natural Resources Coordinator as various pertinent topics are discussed during the walk in the desert. The material will depend on the season, animals, plants, and will cover whatever is happening in this beautiful environment. Location:

Desert Origins and Adaptations Educational Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead

Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ

Desert Origins and Adaptations Educational Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead Why is the Sonoran Desert here? Join us as we examine how climate and geomorphology interact to create a desert. The presenter will compare and contrast North American deserts, then focus on our Sonoran home and some adaptations necessary to survive this harsh environment. Location:

Lecture- Flora of the MSP, Part 1 (Cacti, Trees, and Large Shrubs) at Mustang Library OR Virtual

Scottsdale Public Library - Mustang Library 10101 N 90th Street, Scottsdale, AZ

Lecture- Flora of the MSP, Part 1 (Cacti, Trees, and Large Shrubs) at Mustang Library OR Virtual An exploration of the plant life found in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We live in the most diverse desert in the world. Learn more about the vegetation found in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. This lecture will focus on

High Desert, Broken Spoke, Hawknest Trails Fitness Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead

Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ

High Desert, Broken Spoke, Hawknest Trails Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This difficult hike will allow you to explore some of the remote trails in the northwest area of the Preserve. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 North Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~7.9 miles Time:

Arthropod Educational Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead

Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ

Arthropod Educational Walk at Brown's Ranch Trailhead Spiders, scorpions, bees, and wasps are just the beginning. There are more species of arthropods in the world than any other group of animals. Join us on this easy walk to discover the fascinating and diverse world of arthropods and their role in the ecology of the Sonoran

Lifecycle and Oddities of the Saguaro Ride at Pima Dynamite Trailhead

Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ

Lifecycle and Oddities of the Saguaro Ride at Pima Dynamite Trailhead Join us on this ride to see some of the magnificent saguaros only found in the Sonoran Desert. We will have a guest presenter who will discuss the lifecycle of the giant multiarmed saguaros and view many including skeletons and a crested saguaro located

Hunter Gatherers Educational Walk at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th Street, Scottsdale, AZ

Hunter Gatherers Educational Walk at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead Join us as we explore the challenges of the Archaic hunter and gatherer to survive and thrive in the Sonoran Desert of 2,000 years ago. See important desert flora and fauna, hunting sites, and their importance to the survival of an Archaic band. Location: Lost Dog

Women’s Hike at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead

Tom’s Thumb Trailhead 23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale, AZ

Women's Hike at Tom's Thumb Trailhead Join us for an exploration of the interesting granite formations in the Marcus Landslide area. This hike is perfect for those who identify as women. Location: Tom’s Thumb Trailhead - 23015 N 128th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~4 miles / Time: ~2 hours Bathrooms are

Mountain Bike Skills Clinic at Pima Dynamite Trailhead

Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ

Mountain Bike Skills Clinic at Pima Dynamite Trailhead New to mountain biking? Looking to refresh your skills, improve your technique, enhance safety awareness, and increase your overall enjoyment on the trails? We begin with a demonstration and presentation by experienced riders covering the basic things you need to know, equipment requirements, and trail etiquette. The

Women’s Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead

Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ

Women's Walk at Brown's Ranch Trailhead Join us for this easy, social walk on the Jan Rau interpretive trail. This hike is perfect for those who identify as women. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead Skill level: Easy Distance: ~1 miles Time: ~2 hours Bathrooms are available at the trailheads. Bring water and snacks for the trail.

Gateway to TT9 Overlook Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead

Gateway Trailhead 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZ

Gateway to TT9 Overlook Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead This difficult hike takes us to the seldom visited vistas west of Tom’s Thumb that makes you think you are in the Grand Canyon. A climb of 2,100 ft. Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~9.6

Walk with Natural Resources Coordinator at Fraesfield Trailhead

Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, AZ

Walk with Natural Resources Coordinator at Fraesfield Trailhead Join us on an easy walk with a City of Scottsdale Natural Resources Coordinator as various pertinent topics are discussed during the walk in the desert. The material will depend on the season, animals, plants, and will cover whatever is happening in this beautiful environment. Location: Fraesfield