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SUMMARY:Wildflowers and Flora of the Desert - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Flora in the Desert/Wildflowers Walk at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead. \nCome celebrate spring in the desert and experience the Preserve dressed in its most beautiful colors. Join our knowledgeable stewards on this 2 hour walk to discover the incredible variety of flowers in this area of the preserve. \nRestrooms are available at the trailhead but no water. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflowers-and-flora-of-the-desert-educational-walk-2/
LOCATION:Tom’s Thumb Trailhead\, 23015 N 128th St.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260314T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
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SUMMARY:Lecture - Bird Migrations: Nature’s Intricately Timed Dance
DESCRIPTION:Bird Migrations – Nature’s Intricately Timed Dance \nSaturday\, March 14\, 2026\, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nWhile we enjoy the cheerful presence of local birds at our feeders\, each season brings surprise visitors—migratory birds that seem to arrive out of thin air. But their journeys are anything but\nrandom. Discover how these incredible travelers time their arrivals and the places they call home. \nArizona is a birdwatcher’s paradise\, with over 300 species recorded statewide\, and nearly 190 documented in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve alone. Learn about our local and migratory birds\, their unique habitats\, and what they eat—straight from an expert in the field. \nJoin Rick Pearce\, McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Steward\, for an immersive exploration of our local birds. Rick is an avid birder with years of experience leading bird walks for the Conservancy\, along with scientific surveys and bird counts in partnership with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Audubon. His passion and knowledge will bring the fascinating world of local birds to life. \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming!
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-bird-migrations-natures-intricately-timed-dance/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
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SUMMARY:Ride Hawknest and Axle Grease Trails
DESCRIPTION:Ride Hawknest and Axle Grease (Int.) from Pima Dynamite Trailhead. \nJoin us on this ride up Axle Grease to West Express\, Hawknest\, and Basalt Ridge\, ending with an exciting flowy downhill on Hawknest back to the trailhead for about a 15-mile ride of moderate cardio and some intermediate technical skills. \nMake sure your bike is in good operational order. Helmets and a bike with wide knobby tires are required. Please no road bikes\, hybrids\, or folding bikes. Bathrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the 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/ride-hawknest-and-axle-grease-trails/
LOCATION:Pima Dynamite Trailhead\, 28777 N. Pima Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Rides
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T194405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T194429Z
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SUMMARY:All About Plant Phenology - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:All About Plant Phenology at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nThis leisurely walk along the Brown’s Ranch Jane Rau trail will introduce you to the Conservancy’s ongoing phenology project in the Preserve. \nWHAT is Phenology? Phenology is the science of studying life cycle events in plants and animals. When does it grow\, when is it dormant\, when does it reproduce? \nWHY Phenology? The data we collect on each year’s new leaves\, flowers and fruit is vital information to help scientists better understand how changing climate conditions are affecting all living organisms worldwide. \nPhenology data helps us to make adaptive management decisions as to how we might be able to help mitigate adverse effects. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflowers-and-flora-of-the-desert-educational-walk-6/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
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SUMMARY:Brown's Mountain Lookout to Interpretive Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:Brown’s Mountain Lookout to Interpretive Trail at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nThis “combo” hike/education event will take us up the Brown’s Ranch Trail to the Lookout and then head over to the Brown’s Ranch Interpretive Trail to be introduced to the history of the Brown’s Ranch. For this 4.3-mile Moderate hike with about 450 feet of elevation gain up to the Lookout\, we will plan on taking 2 to 2.5 hours. \nBathrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of hike. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/browns-mountain-lookout-to-interpretive-trail-hike-2/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T181325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T172540Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Bike Ride (Beg.) from Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nThis women’s bike ride is a beginner skill level ride and moderate cardio. This ride is perfect for women or those who identify as women. It is a “No Drop” ride\, meaning no one will be left behind. Plan on about 3.5 hours to cover approximately 8-10 miles. \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. There are water and restrooms 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/womens-bike-ride-11/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260318T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
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SUMMARY:Balanced Rock Hike
DESCRIPTION:Balanced Rock Hike from Granite Mountain Trailhead. \nThis moderate hike to Balanced Rock and back is one of the most popular from this trailhead and is a gradual uphill on rolling terrain. Plan on 2 hours for 4.5 miles with 300 ft. of elevation gain. \nRestrooms are available at the trailhead but no water. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs\, please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of hike. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/balanced-rock-hike-3/
LOCATION:Granite Mountain Trailhead\, 31402 N. 136th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T185107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T162329Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflowers and Flora of the Desert - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Flora in the Desert/Wildflowers Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nThe Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the plant life that thrives in this area. Note: If you have the i-Naturalist application on your phone\, it would be a helpful tool to identify different flora. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflowers-and-flora-of-the-desert-educational-walk-3/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T200312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T204022Z
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SUMMARY:Bootlegger\, Coyote Canyon\, Renegade Trails Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bootlegger\, Coyote Canyon\, Renegade Trails at Granite Mountain Trailhead. \nThis Difficult hike explores the more remote part of the Preserve via Bootlegger\, Granite Mountain Loop\, Coyote Canyon\, Renegade and 136th St. Express trails. Experienced hikers suggested. 6.8 miles in about 3.5 hours with 255 ft. elevation gain and rolling ups and downs. \nRestrooms are available at the trailhead but no water. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs\, please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of hike. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/bootlegger-coyote-canyon-renegade-trails-hike/
LOCATION:Granite Mountain Trailhead\, 31402 N. 136th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T175956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T214104Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Mountain Biking: Session 3 - Graduation Ride
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Mountain Biking: Session 3 – Graduation Ride at Pima Dynamite Trailhead. \nThis 10 to 12-mile ride from Pima Dynamite is for people who have completed the Introduction to Mountain Biking Sessions 1 & 2. This is an instructional ride to practice the skills taught with instruction at various points on the ride. \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-3-graduation-ride-5/
LOCATION:Pima Dynamite Trailhead\, 28777 N. Pima Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Ride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T185317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T162443Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflowers and Flora of the Desert - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Flora in the Desert/Wildflowers Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nThe Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the plant life that thrives in this area. Note: If you have the i-Naturalist application on your phone\, it would be a helpful tool to identify different flora. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflowers-and-flora-of-the-desert-educational-walk-4/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T182759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T204131Z
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SUMMARY:Return to Azatlan - Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Return to Azatlan – Educational Hike. \nAzatlan is the contemporary archaeological name given to a large Hohokam community that existed north of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Reservation and east of Rio Verde. Join our archeological experts for a hike through one of the largest archeological sites in central Arizona\, which lies right next door to the Preserve along the Verde River. The hike will include visits to the ancient ‘ball courts’ used by the native peoples\, traces of their canals and other evidence of their civilization. This is a slow paced Moderate hike of 4 miles over about 4 hours with no shade. \nAttendance is limited and reservations are absolutely required. Please save your spot with the RSVP below. Meeting location will be emailed to registered participants a week before the hike. \nBathrooms available at the start. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/return-to-azatlan-educational-hike-5/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Educational Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260324T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260324T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251120T225757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T225757Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture - Master Planned Developments in Scottsdale
DESCRIPTION:Master Planned Developments in Scottsdale  \nTuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nA large portion of Scottsdale residents live in master planned developments. Most of the later development in Scottsdale was contained in such developments\, but few know that some of the earliest pioneers who helped create Scottsdale had similar visions to create grand developments but never achieved their dreams. This presentation by Don Hadder profiles over 30 such developments in Scottsdale and reviews their evolution over 40 years of time. \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming!
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-master-planned-developments-in-scottsdale/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T185722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T185722Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflowers and Flora of the Desert - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Flora in the Desert/Wildflowers Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead. \nThe Preserve is located in one of the most biodiverse areas of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the plant life that thrives in this area. Note: If you have the i-Naturalist application on your phone\, it would be a helpful tool to identify different flora. \nThere are restrooms and water at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflowers-and-flora-of-the-desert-educational-walk-5/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20260109T224908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T224908Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture - From Rocks to Humans: Ecological Foundations
DESCRIPTION:From Rocks to Humans: Ecological Foundations \nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026\,  2:30 PM to 4:00 PM \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90 th St.\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nWe live in a stunning part of the Sonoran Desert\, a unique and vibrant ecosystem. Despite high temperatures and limited rainfall\, myriad species of plants and animals call this place home.\nPeople\, too\, have lived here for thousands of years. Have you ever wondered how this ecosystem came to be\, and how all the flora and fauna have adapted to live and thrive here?\nAnd why organizations like the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy are working to protect vast portions from human impacts? \nWe’ll dive into the processes that shaped this desert landscape—how ecosystems are formed\, how living things adapt to environmental challenges\, and how humans have left such a deep\nmark on the land in a short amount of time. We’ll introduce you to the core principles of ecology\, from the rocks beneath our feet to the humans who now inhabit this landscape \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming!
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-from-rocks-to-humans-ecological-foundations/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260412T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260412T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251223T174224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T174224Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead. \nJoin our bird experts on this 2-hour walk for a good chance to see some of our year-round bird residents such as: cactus wren\, Gila woodpecker\, ladder-backed woodpecker\, Harris’s hawk\, verdin or Say’s phoebe – as well as some seasonal arrivals. \nRestrooms available at the trailhead\, but no water. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please. Bring your binoculars. Arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/bird-walk-15/
LOCATION:Tom’s Thumb Trailhead\, 23015 N 128th St.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260428T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251203T174345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T174345Z
UID:10000785-1777395600-1777401000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - The Desert is a Dotted Line: Connecting Taliesin West and Early Scottsdale
DESCRIPTION:The Desert is a Dotted Line: Connecting Taliesin West and Early Scottsdale  \nTuesday\, April 28\, 2026\, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nBeginning in 1938\, the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and his apprentices built a winter camp (a home and professional studio) at the foot of the McDowell Mountains. In this presentation\, we’ll explore how vital the surrounding area\, especially the young City of Scottsdale\, was to the development and subsistence of Taliesin West. Untold stories will be shared through primary source material. \nPlease join Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Archivist Nicole Richard on April 28th for this presentation at Scottsdale’s Mustang Library \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming! \nPhoto Credit: Aerial view of Taliesin West\, November 24\, 1949. Photograph courtesy Herb and Dorothy McLaughlin Photograph Collection\, Greater Arizona Collection\, Arizona State University Library.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-the-desert-is-a-dotted-line-connecting-taliesin-west-and-early-scottsdale/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260509T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20251103T231612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T161802Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture - Poisonous and Venomous Animals of Arizona
DESCRIPTION:Poisonous and Venomous Animals of Arizona \nSaturday\, May 9\, 2026\, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nArizona is home to a diverse array of poisonous and venomous creatures. More species of venomous reptiles are found here than in any other U.S. state. Many of these are little more than a painful inconvenience while the bite or sting of others can be a life-threatening event. Learn about these misunderstood animals and the actual threat they present. \nRandy Babb is a biologist and an Arizona native. Randy started with the U.S. Forest Service as a biological field technician before joining AZGFD in 1986 as the Aquatic Education Program\nManager. He worked on numerous studies and projects in Arizona\, New Mexico\, southeastern U.S.\, Mexico\, Central America\, Vietnam\, and southern Africa on small mammals\, fish\, reptiles\nand amphibians. He was installed in the Arizona Wildlife Hall of Fame in 2021. Has over 31 publications including “Reptiles and Amphibians of the Sonoran Desert” and “Snakes of\nSoutheast Arizona.” Since retiring from Game and Fish\, Randy hasn’t slowed down. Throughout his career\, he served as a biological consultant for National Geographic Television\, Discovery\nChannel\, and BBC programs on desert wildlife. \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming!
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-poisonous-and-venomous-animals-of-arizona/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260526T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260526T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064341
CREATED:20260205T184219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T001146Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture - Scottsdale’s Lost and Saved Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Lecture: Scottsdale’s Lost and Saved Architecture \nTuesday\, May 26\, 2026\, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nPresenter: Doug Sydnor\, FAIA\, Architect \nSince 1888 Scottsdale has been evolving from a small farming community into a 21st century city of 240\,000 residents. Douglas Sydnor\, FAIA will share some realities of what our community has been losing\, balanced with success stories of saving significant architecture. The movement to save the best of the past includes historic preservation programs\, adaptive reuse\, ordinance incentives and committed property owners. Some properties have included up to six uses over the 130 years. \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming! \nPhoto Credit – Lost: 1949 Louis C. Upton Residence by Paul Schweikler\, FAIA; photo by Julius Shulman
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-scottsdales-lost-and-saved-architecture/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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