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SUMMARY:Granite Mountain Loop Hike
DESCRIPTION:Difficult hike on one of the classic paths in the preserve and a side trip to Balanced Rock. About 3.5 hours to cover 6.8 miles with 330 ft. elevation gain.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/granite-mountain-loop-hike/
LOCATION:Granite Mountain Trailhead\, 31402 N. 136th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Hikes
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T163636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T163636Z
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SUMMARY:Ride the Pima Dynamite Area - Wellness Ride
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/ride-the-pima-dynamite-area-wellness-ride/
LOCATION:Pima Dynamite Trailhead\, 28777 N. Pima Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Rides
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250225T003254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T003254Z
UID:10000691-1742320800-1742324400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Conservancy Class - Hidden Wonders - Arizona Geology
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/conservancy-class-hidden-wonders-arizona-geology/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy\, 15300 North 90th Street\, Suite 400\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservancy Class
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250319T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T171031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T171031Z
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SUMMARY:Fraesfield Area Hike
DESCRIPTION:This moderate hike has some uphill. 4.5 miles for about 2 hours.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/fraesfield-area-hike/
LOCATION:Fraesfield Trailhead\, 13400 East Rio Verde Drive\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Hikes
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250320T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T172527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T172527Z
UID:10000687-1742461200-1742468400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Hunter/Gatherers - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/hunter-gatherers-educational-walk/
LOCATION:Lost Dog Wash Trailhead\, 12601 N. 124th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85259\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250322T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T171219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T171219Z
UID:10000685-1742630400-1742644800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:The Rocks Hike: Balanced\, Amphitheater\, and Cathedral
DESCRIPTION:Very Difficult hike to visit these iconic rock formations will travel just over 9 miles with minimal elevation changes over 3½ to 4 hours.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/the-rocks-hike-balanced-amphitheater-and-cathedral/
LOCATION:Granite Mountain Trailhead\, 31402 N. 136th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Hikes
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250322T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20241025T033810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T211550Z
UID:10000566-1742632200-1742641200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Trailside Naturalist Table - Rattling on about Rattlers - Brown's Ranch Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Rattling on about Rattlers \nLearn about the species of rattlesnakes that live in the Sonoran Desert. Did you know? – That a rattlesnake can strike a distance of up to two-thirds of their body length? That they like to hide under bushes\, rocks and debris that offer protection from predators? That they are an important part of the Preserve ecosystem? The Sonoran Desert is home to more species of rattlesnakes than any other region in the world. Come learn about the snakes that utilize heat vision to hunt in the dark of night and do not lay eggs! \n*Trailside Naturalist Table is a family-friendly educational display on some 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. 
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/trailside-naturalist-rattling-on-about-rattlers-browns-ranch-trailhead/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trailside Naturalist
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250114T215717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T215717Z
UID:10000658-1742637600-1742644800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflower-walk-2/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T163758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T163758Z
UID:10000680-1742716800-1742727600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Ride Hawknest and Axle Grease - Wellness Ride
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/ride-hawknest-and-axle-grease-wellness-ride/
LOCATION:Pima Dynamite Trailhead\, 28777 N. Pima Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Rides
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250323T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250114T215754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T215754Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflower-walk-3/
LOCATION:Tom’s Thumb Trailhead\, 23015 N 128th St.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250325T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250325T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250114T220103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T220103Z
UID:10000661-1742889600-1742902200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflower-educational-hike-4/
LOCATION:Tom’s Thumb Trailhead\, 23015 N 128th St.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250325T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250114T220933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T220933Z
UID:10000662-1742922000-1742927400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - Scottsdale's General Plan History
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-scottsdales-general-plan-history/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250327T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T000326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T000326Z
UID:10000677-1743066000-1743073200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Hidden Desert Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/hidden-desert-educational-walk-2/
LOCATION:Fraesfield Trailhead\, 13400 East Rio Verde Drive\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250328T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T171407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T171407Z
UID:10000686-1743148800-1743157800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Tom's Thumb Hike
DESCRIPTION:Very Difficult hike has a steep trail with amazing rock formations. Experienced hikers suggested. 4.4 miles with a 1\,027 ft. elevation gain over about 2.5 hours.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/toms-thumb-hike/
LOCATION:Tom’s Thumb Trailhead\, 23015 N 128th St.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Hikes
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250329T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250329T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250206T230357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T230357Z
UID:10000665-1743238800-1743246000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Desert 101 - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/desert-101-educational-walk-9/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250330T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250206T230608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T230608Z
UID:10000667-1743321600-1743332400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Mountain Bike Skills Clinic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/mountain-bike-skills-clinic-14/
LOCATION:Pima Dynamite Trailhead\, 28777 N. Pima Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Ride
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T163905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T163905Z
UID:10000681-1743494400-1743505200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Heart of the North - Wellness Ride
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/heart-of-the-north-wellness-ride/
LOCATION:Granite Mountain Trailhead\, 31402 N. 136th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Rides
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250404T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250324T175134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T211027Z
UID:10000693-1743759000-1743766200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:FotoFauna – A Community Science Wildlife Monitoring Program with Sky Island Alliance
DESCRIPTION:FotoFauna – A Community Science Wildlife Monitoring Program with Sky Island Alliance \nJoin Sky Island Alliance\, in collaboration with CAZCA and the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy\, to learn about the growing network of wildlife cameras and help observe presence\, absence\, and seasonal movements of wildlife in the Sky Islands of the U.S. and Mexico. This data will help Sky Island Alliance and their partners study when and where wildlife is present so they can better protect their habitats and pathways. \nOn Friday\, April 4th\, Sky Island Alliance’s Wildlife Program Manager\, Eamon Harrity\, will be presenting on the FotoFauna project at the Desert Botanical Gardens. There will be a presentation and Q&A from 9:00 – 10:30 am followed by an optional\, hands-on workshop from 10:30-11:30 am for those who want to participate in the FotoFauna project. \nPlease register for one or both events at the following link: https://cazca.org/events/fotofauna-sia/
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/fotofauna-a-community-science-wildlife-monitoring-program-with-sky-island-alliance/
LOCATION:Desert Botanical Gardens\, 1201 N Galvin Pkwy\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250406T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250406T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250207T163958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T163958Z
UID:10000682-1743926400-1743937200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Ride the Four Peaks - Wellness Ride
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/ride-the-four-peaks-wellness-ride/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Rides
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250413T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250206T231713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T231713Z
UID:10000671-1744531200-1744538400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/bird-walk-10/
LOCATION:Tom’s Thumb Trailhead\, 23015 N 128th St.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250422T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250224T174810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T174810Z
UID:10000690-1745341200-1745346600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - Talking Code with a Secret Weapon: Navajo Code Talkers Speak (Civic Center Library)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-talking-code-with-a-secret-weapon-navajo-code-talkers-speak-civic-center-library/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Civic Center\, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250225T003412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T003412Z
UID:10000692-1745431200-1745434800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Conservancy Class - Birds - A Window into the Sonoran Desert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/conservancy-class-birds-a-window-into-the-sonoran-desert/
LOCATION:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy\, 15300 North 90th Street\, Suite 400\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservancy Class
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20241025T033933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T211658Z
UID:10000567-1745656200-1745665200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Trailside Naturalist Table - Why are Lost Dog and Granite Mountain Trails So Different? - Gateway Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Why are Lost Dog and Granite Mountain Trails So Different? \nLearn why Lost Dog Trails are so rocky and Granite Mountain trails are so much easier to walk on. Ever wonder how the rocks underfoot got there or why you see north to south mountain ranges in the Valley like Camelback\, the McDowells\, or South Mountain? Stop by and you will see rock samples and learn the story of how they got here and what forces created the Preserve mountains. We will answer the question why Lost Dog Trail has so many loose rocks and why Granite Mountain trails are so much smoother. We guarantee you will see and appreciate these rocks differently after learning how far they traveled to get here. \n*Trailside Naturalist Table is a family-friendly educational display on some 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. 
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/trailside-naturalist-why-are-lost-dog-and-granite-mountain-trails-so-different-gateway-trailhead/
LOCATION:Gateway Trailhead\, 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trailside Naturalist
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250527T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250527T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135354
CREATED:20250423T194355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T194355Z
UID:10000694-1748365200-1748370600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - Listening to the History of the Preserve
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-listening-to-the-history-of-the-preserve/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250624T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250624T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135355
CREATED:20250423T194505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T194505Z
UID:10000695-1750784400-1750789800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - Hohokam Rock Imagery\, Mountain Ritualism\, and Social Transformation in the Salt River Valley
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-hohokam-rock-imagery-mountain-ritualism-and-social-transformation-in-the-salt-river-valley/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250722T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250722T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135355
CREATED:20250512T204209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T163150Z
UID:10000696-1753203600-1753209000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - Thriving and Surviving in the Sonoran Desert
DESCRIPTION:Thriving and Surviving in the Sonoran Desert with Plants \nThe people of the Sonoran Desert not only survived but thrived in the harsh environment that surrounded them. Learn about the accumulated generational knowledge of the early desert people and how they used native plants to sustain themselves. We will explore with Bernie Finkel\, Legacy Steward\, the amazing properties of desert plants and the gathering and processing procedures in which the plants were utilized. \nTuesday\, July 22 \n5:00 PM – 6:30 PM \nMustang Library \n10101 N 90th St\, Scottsdale
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-thriving-and-surviving-in-the-sonoran-desert/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250826T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250826T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135355
CREATED:20250612T223009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T231807Z
UID:10000697-1756227600-1756233000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - The Center for Native & Urban Wildlife - 25 years of Educating and Connecting People with the Sonoran Desert
DESCRIPTION:Cultural Resources Lecture: The Center for Native & Urban Wildlife – 25 years of Educating and Connecting People with the Sonoran Desert \nTuesday\, August 26\, 2025\, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nPresenter: Dr. John Weser is the Life Sciences Department Chair and Executive Director and co-founder of the Center for Native & Urban Wildlife (CNUW) at Scottsdale Community College. Since 1999 he has partnered with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy and is a member of the Conservancy’s Scientific Advisory Committee.  CNUW’s range of programs includes desert habitat restoration\, enhancing pollinator habitats\, bird and butterfly monitoring\, the Maricopa Native Seed Library and research studies.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-the-center-for-native-urban-wildlife-25-years-of-educating-and-connecting-people-with-the-sonoran-desert/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250913T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250913T160000
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SUMMARY:Lecture - Arizona Native and Invasive Plants
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Native and Invasive Plants \nSpeaker: Jessi Szopinski\, Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management \nThe lecture will briefly outline the purpose and function of the statewide Invasive Plant Program\, and will showcase success stories of restoration projects in central and southern Arizona. Participants will explore the unique and resilient adaptations of native plants\, and learn about how they can bring the Sonoran Desert to their own backyard. \nJessi Szopinski is the Invasive Plant Program Coordinator for the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with 10 years of experience working with invasive plant species in Arizona. She is passionate about balancing the needs of people with the environment\, and finding creative solutions to protect and conserve native plant communities. In her free time\, she enjoys backpacking\, hiking\, gardening\, and lego building with family and friends. \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming!
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-arizona-native-and-invasive-plants/
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:20250923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250923T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135355
CREATED:20250612T231747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T203618Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture - Past\, Present\, and Future: Human History of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Cultural Resources Lecture: Past\, Present\, and Future: Human History of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve \nTuesday\, September 23\, 2025\, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm \nLocation: Mustang Library\, 10101 N 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85258 \nPresenter: Join McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Steward Zach Richard for a look into the unique Human History of the land now within the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. The talk will cover everything from ancient hunter gatherers to modern ranchers and how these early residents utilized abundant natural resources to live and thrive in the desert.  Learn how the Conservancy continues to collect\, preserve\, interpret and disseminate information on these topics. \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming!
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-past-present-and-future-human-history-of-the-mcdowell-sonoran-preserve/
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:20251007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251007T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135355
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Quartz Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Quartz Trailhead \nJoin our birding experts on this easy 2 hour walk over a rocky trail. In addition to seeing our year-round bird residents\, we may see some migrants passing through. Possible sightings include: phainopepla\, American kestrel\, gilded flicker\, curve-billed thrasher\, Abert’s towhee or various warblers. \nMeet at the Quartz Trail parking lot (SW corner of McDowell Mountain Ranch Rd. & 104th St.). No bathrooms at trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. Bring your binoculars. No dogs\, please. 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-at-quartz-trailhead-2/
LOCATION:Quartz Trailhead\, J4GV+Q5R Scottsdale\, Arizona
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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