BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//McDowell Sonoran Conservancy - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:McDowell Sonoran Conservancy
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for McDowell Sonoran Conservancy
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Phoenix
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20210101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241019T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T044334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T032925Z
UID:10000535-1729326600-1729335600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Ride Granite Mountain Loop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/ride-granite-mt-int-from-granite-mountain-trailhead/
LOCATION:AZ
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241019T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241019T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240823T053715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T033212Z
UID:10000526-1729321200-1729333800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Brown's Ranch Interpretive Trail Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/browns-ranch-interpretive-trail-guided-hike/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240928T090632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T033256Z
UID:10000544-1729245600-1729249200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Brown's Ranch Interpretive Trail Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/browns-ranch-interpretive-trail-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241014T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T044000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T032120Z
UID:10000534-1728892800-1728903600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Taliesin\, Old Jeep\, and Ringtail Hike
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/taliesin-old-jeep-and-ringtail-hike-from-lost-dog-wash-trailhead/
LOCATION:AZ
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241012T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T024935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T035800Z
UID:10000528-1728743400-1728748800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - Igniting Hope: Community-Driven Wildfire Restoration in the Sonoran Desert (at Mustang Library)
DESCRIPTION:Igniting Hope: Community-Driven Wildfire Restoration in the Sonoran Desert \nDiscover how the Parsons Field Institute and dedicated volunteers are spearheading restoration efforts\, replanting saguaros\, and engaging students in the aftermath of the Scottsdale Diamond Fire. You’ll learn about the changing dynamics of wildfires in the Sonoran Desert\, how invasive plant species impact the ecosystem\, and what you can do to support the preservation and restoration of our desert ecosystem. \nMary Fastiggi is the Parsons Field Institute Restoration Manager at the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. She has an interdisciplinary background\, with research experience in both natural science and social science focused on environmental resource management and protection. She has an M.S. degree from the School of Sustainability at Arizona State University\, where she focused on urban resilience strategies to mitigate climate change impacts and to address urban stressors at the city scale. Additionally\, she received a B.A. degree from the Natural Science department at University of Michigan in 2013. She has 15 years of experience designing and implementing both citizen science and environmental education programs\, including working with volunteers on habitat restoration projects\, fauna monitoring\, phenology observations\, invasive species removal\, and urban green infrastructure projects. She has published in peer-reviewed journal articles on invasive species\, restoration\, urban resilience governance\, and sustainability practices. At the Conservancy\, she manages restoration and invasive plant species projects and experiments\, contributes to regional communication and community engagement\, and works closely with our citizen science program leadership and volunteer teams to implement our projects.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/igniting-hope-community-driven-wildfire-restoration-in-the-sonoran-desert-lecture-at-mustang-library/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241012T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241012T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T061058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T061058Z
UID:10000542-1728721800-1728730800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Trailside Naturalist - Butterfly Abundance\, Richness and Diversity - Gateway Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Trailside Naturalist – Butterfly Abundance\, Richness\, and Diversity – Gateway Trailhead \nFind out all about the many species of butterflies that live in the Preserve. The Sonoran Desert is a haven for butterflies like Pipevines\, Sulphers and Skippers. The Sonoran Desert is home to over 250 species of butterflies and nearly 25% of these can be found in the Preserve.  The  Conservancy has documented 59 of these species in the Preserve during annual spring and fall butterfly counts. Butterflies are important pollinators and good indicators of the ecological quality of the desert in which we live.  They are also beautiful bursts of color that miraculously metamorphize from egg to caterpillar to pupa to flying adult.  Stop by and learn all about these spectacular winged insects and see mounted examples. \n*Trailside Naturalist is a family-friendly educational offering on many 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.  Stop by anytime
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/trailside-naturalist-butterfly-abundance-richness-and-diversity-gateway-trailhead/
LOCATION:Gateway Trailhead\, 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241008T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T043424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T032428Z
UID:10000532-1728374400-1728381600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Quartz Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/bird-walk-at-quartz-trailhead/
LOCATION:AZ
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T043714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T001413Z
UID:10000533-1728118800-1728129600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED: Mountain Bike Skills Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Canceled due to continuing high temperatures. \nLearn techniques and refresh your skills with a short ride in the Northern Preserve. \n 
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/mountain-bike-skills-clinic-at-pima-dynamite-trailhead/
LOCATION:AZ
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T054928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T054928Z
UID:10000541-1728117000-1728126000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Trailside Naturalist - Animal Olympics: Bobcats vs Coyotes - Brown's Ranch Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Trailside Naturalist – Animal Olympics: Bobcats vs Coyotes – Brown’s Ranch Trailhead \nLearn how our medium sized predators\, the bobcat and coyote\, have evolved while coexisting in our Sonoran Desert.  Looking at Bobcat and Coyotes skulls and skins\, we will explain how they each evolved to become the Preserve’s medium size predators in the cat and dog family.  You can take the smell\, sight and hearing test to see which of these animals excel and how they accomplish this. We will reinforce why feeding wild animals leads to many problems for the animal and the human. \n*Trailside Naturalist is a family-friendly educational offering on many 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.  Stop by anytime
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/trailside-naturalist-animal-olympics-bobcats-vs-coyotes-browns-ranch-trailhead/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T053801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T053801Z
UID:10000540-1727512200-1727521200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Trailside Naturalist - Animal Olympics: Bobcats vs Coyotes - Gateway Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Trailside Naturalist – Animal Olympics: Bobcats vs Coyotes – Gateway Trailhead \nLearn how our medium sized predators\, the bobcat and coyote\, have evolved while coexisting in our Sonoran Desert.  Looking at Bobcat and Coyotes skulls and skins\, we will explain how they each evolved to become the Preserve’s medium size predators in the cat and dog family.  You can take the smell\, sight and hearing test to see which of these animals excel and how they accomplish this. We will reinforce why feeding wild animals leads to many problems for the animal and the human. \n*Trailside Naturalist is a family-friendly educational offering on many 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.  Stop by anytime \n  \n 
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/trailside-naturalist-animal-olympics-bobcats-vs-coyotes-gateway-trailhead/
LOCATION:Gateway Trailhead\, 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240718T060018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T035750Z
UID:10000523-1727197200-1727202600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - A City Comes of Age: The Design\, Construction and Significance of Scottsdale City Hall (at Mustang Library)
DESCRIPTION:Lecture – A City Comes of Age: The Design\, Construction and Significance of Scottsdale City Hall \nThis talk will outline the planning\, construction\, and significance of Scottsdale’s 1968 Bennie Gonzales-designed City Hall and the surrounding Scottsdale Civic Center. Scottsdale City Hall\, an innovative departure from traditional halls of municipal governance\, was listed on the Scottsdale Historic Register in 2023. Our speaker\, John Southard\, is the Senior Historian at Logan Simpson.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-a-city-comes-of-age-the-design-construction-and-significance-of-scottsdale-city-hall-at-mustang-library/
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:20240921T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T024640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T035731Z
UID:10000527-1726929000-1726934400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - Linking Plants\, Pollinators and You (at Mustang Library)
DESCRIPTION:Linking Plants\, Pollinators and You \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.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/linking-plants-pollinators-and-you-lecture-at-mustang-library/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240910T042253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T024222Z
UID:10000531-1726907400-1726918200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Ride the Gooseneck and Discuss Preserve Fire Restoration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/ride-the-gooseneck-beg-and-discuss-preserve-fire-restoration-from-fraesfield-trailhead/
LOCATION:AZ
ORGANIZER;CN="McDowell Sonoran Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mcdowellsonoran.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240827T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240827T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240718T055614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T055614Z
UID:10000522-1724778000-1724783400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture – The Urbanization of Phoenix\, Arizona at Mustang Library
DESCRIPTION:Lecture – The Urbanization of Phoenix\, Arizona \nPhoenix\, Arizona has grown from a small rural town to become America’s 5th largest city. Its roots from the late 1800s in agriculture\, ranching\, and mining launched its growth into a thriving metropolis today. Favorable climate\, economic opportunity\, and a strong industrial base contributed to this ongoing expansion. Now\, population growth and urbanization are taxing the area’s resources\, particularly water. \nASU Urban History professor\, Mark Tebeau\, will provide insight into how we got here and where we are headed.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-the-urbanization-of-phoenix-arizona-at-mustang-library/
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:20240723T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240723T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20240718T054744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T055030Z
UID:10000521-1721754000-1721759400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lecture – Hell in a Very Small Place: A Short Military History of Fort McDowell at Mustang Library
DESCRIPTION:Hell in a Very Small Place: A Short Military History of Fort McDowell  \nThis talk covers the military history of Camp (later Fort) McDowell from its inception in 1865 to its closing in 1890. Why was the post built on the Verde River at a location more than 50 miles from the nearest settlement? What was life like for the typical soldier and cavalryman? What important roles did officers’ wives play at such posts? How did the creation of the post influence the eventual settlement of the Salt River Valley by the United States? What was it like to undertake a patrol in the desert during the summer? How did local Native American groups react to the creation of the post? \nLen Marcisz\, noted historian and Legacy Steward with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy\, is our speaker.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-hell-in-a-very-small-place-a-short-military-history-of-fort-mcdowell/
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:20220427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220427T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20220317T184008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220317T184008Z
UID:10000143-1651046400-1651051800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Hike with Natural Resources Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:Hike with Natural Resources Coordinator at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead  Spend 1 to 1.5 hours on an easy hike with John Loleit and Madison Barasha\, Natural Resources Coordinators for the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. They will share their knowledge about the Preserve and the wonders of the Sonoran Desert. Bathrooms are available at the trailhead.  Bring water for the trail.  No dogs\, please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/hike-with-natural-resources-coordinator-7/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20220317T181250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220317T181250Z
UID:10000141-1650877200-1650886200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Trailside Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Trailside Naturalist station at Gateway Trailhead between 9-11:30 A.M. to learn about the diverse plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert.  Our steward guides will have fascinating displays and lots of fun facts to share.  Featuring reptiles\, arthropods\, packrats\, and cacti!  Bathrooms and water are available at the trailhead.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/trailside-naturalist/
LOCATION:Gateway Trailhead\, 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220425T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20220317T183535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220317T183535Z
UID:10000142-1650873600-1650879000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Hike with Natural Resources Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:Hike with Natural Resources Coordinator at Pima Dynamite Trailhead  Spend 1 to 1.5 hours on an easy hike with John Loleit and Madison Barasha\, Natural Resources Coordinators for the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. They will share their knowledge about the Preserve and the wonders of the Sonoran Desert. Bathrooms are available at the trailhead.  Bring water for the trail.  No dogs\, please. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike. \n 
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/hike-with-natural-resources-coordinator-6/
LOCATION:Pima Dynamite Trailhead\, 28777 N. Pima Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220424T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20220301T224550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T224550Z
UID:10000140-1650787200-1650792600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Nature as Therapy Walk at Brown's Ranch Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Learn why time in nature makes us happier\, healthier\, and more creative.  An easy 1.5 hour walk at Brown’s Trailhead where Toni Vallee and Max Sukenik will teach you how to use nature as a prescription to improve your overall well being.  Bathrooms available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please.  Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/nature-as-therapy-walk-at-browns-ranch-trailhead/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220423T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220423T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20220301T224409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T224409Z
UID:10000139-1650700800-1650706200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Lifecycle of the Saguaro Education Walk at Brown's Ranch Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Lifecycle of the Saguaro Educational Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead.  Native only to the Sonoran Desert\, these giant cacti are a sight to see! Join Legacy Steward Marsha Lipps and Master Steward Roger Riepe to follow the growth of a Saguaro from seed to skeleton and view multi-armed\, old Saguaros. This walk covers about 1.5 hours on the Jane Rau Interpretive Trail.  Bathrooms available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail.  No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lifecycle-of-the-saguaro-education-hike-at-browns-ranch-trailhead/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220416T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211203T223748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T223748Z
UID:10000134-1650096000-1650106800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Mountain Bike Skills Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Bike Skills Clinic at Fraesfield Trailhead  New to mountain biking? Looking to refresh your skills\, improve your technique\, enhance safety awareness and increase your overall enjoyment on the trails? Then come prepared with a mountain bike with knobby tires\, helmet\, water\, and snacks. We begin with a demonstration and presentation by experienced riders covering the basic things you need to know\, equipment requirements and trail etiquette. \nThe instructional segment will meet in the Equestrian parking area and be followed by a short\, guided ride of 3 to 5 miles\, where you can practice the techniques discussed. Please\, no road bikes\, hybrids\, folding bikes\, or electric assist bikes. Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Allow 3 hours for this introductory/refresher event. Bring water and snacks for the trail.  Arrive 15 minutes before start of ride.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/mountain-bike-skills-clinic-7/
LOCATION:Fraesfield Trailhead\, 13400 East Rio Verde Drive\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220416T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211203T223531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T223531Z
UID:10000133-1650096000-1650103200@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead Join Kathe Anderson and Rick Pearce for about 2 hours to see some of our area’s full-time resident birds\, it also gives us a chance to see spring migrants\, for example: Wilson’s\, Lucy’s\, Townsend’s\, or yellow warbler\, or summer residents white-winged dove\, turkey vulture or ash-throated flycatcher. Restrooms available at the trailhead. Bring water for the trail.  No dogs please. Bring your binoculars.  Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/bird-walk-6/
LOCATION:AZ
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220410T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220410T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211203T223325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T223325Z
UID:10000132-1649575800-1649584800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Gateway Loop Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Loop Fitness Hike from Gateway Trailhead.  Finish out our fitness hike season on the Gateway Loop that will take you into the heart of the McDowells. This Moderately difficult hike covers 4.5 miles\, gains 700ft and takes about 2 to 2.5 hours. Challenging in the spring heat. Bathrooms available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please.  Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/gateway-loop-fitness-hike/
LOCATION:Gateway Trailhead\, 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211124T192344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211124T192344Z
UID:10000121-1649494800-1649502000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Trailside Naturalist - Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:In the spring\, the desert pops in a rainbow of colorful wildflowers.  Stop by the Trailside Naturalist Station at Gateway Trailhead between 9:00 and 11:00 am to learn about the various blooms and plants you may see on your hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/trailside-naturalist-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Gateway Trailhead\, 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220405T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220405T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211203T223059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T223059Z
UID:10000131-1649143800-1649156400@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Women's Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Bike Ride from Brown’s Ranch Trailhead.  This all woman’s bike ride is an Intermediate Skill level ride and Moderate Cardio.  This is a step up in intensity from the previous Woman’s Ride.   It is a “No Drop” ride meaning no one will be left behind.  Plan on about 3 hours to cover approximately 12 miles. A bike with wide knobby tires is required.  Please\, no road bikes\, hybrids\, folding bikes\, or electric assist bikes. Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Helmets required.  Bring water and snacks. There are restrooms at the trailhead.  Arrive 15 minutes before start of ride.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/womens-bike-ride-5/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220405T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220405T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211203T222851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T222851Z
UID:10000130-1649143800-1649152800@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Latigo\, Cone Mountain Loop Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Latigo\, Cone Mountain Loop Fitness Hike from Brown’s Ranch Trailhead This scenic loop hike is rated Moderate but has some ups and downs needing about 2.5-3 hours to cover 4.2 miles. Bathrooms are available at the trailhead. Please bring plenty of water and snacks for the trail.  No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/latigo-cone-mountain-loop-fitness-hike/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220401T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220401T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211203T222633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T222633Z
UID:10000129-1648798200-1648809000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Geology Educational Ride
DESCRIPTION:Geology Educational Ride from Brown’s Ranch Trailhead  When\, how and why did all those different rocks get into the Preserve?  How about our own earthquake fault?   This Intermediate Skills and Moderate Cardio Ride for about 3 hours over 11-12 miles will take us thru the various geological formations of the area. Get the big picture on a bike. Please\, no road bikes\, hybrids\, folding bikes\, or electric assist bikes. Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Helmets required.  Bring water and snacks. Restrooms at the trailhead. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/geology-educational-ride/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220401T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220401T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211203T222439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T222439Z
UID:10000128-1648798200-1648809000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Granite Mountain Loop Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Granite Mountain Loop Fitness Hike at Granite Mt Trailhead Join us on this difficult hike on one of the classic paths in the preserve and a side trip to Balanced Rock. About 3 hours to cover 6 miles. Experience hikers suggested. Restrooms available at trailhead. Please being plenty of water and snacks for the trail. No dogs please.  Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/granite-mountain-loop-fitness-hike/
LOCATION:Granite Mountain Trailhead\, 31402 N. 136th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220330T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20220301T174337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T174337Z
UID:10000138-1648627200-1648632600@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk at Brown's Ranch Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Prefer a wildflower walk to a wildflower hike? Come celebrate spring in the desert and experience the Preserve dressed in its most beautiful colors.  Join Marsha Lipps on this easy walk to discover the incredible variety of flowers on the spectacular Jane Rau Interpretive Trail.  1 mile over about 1.5 hours.  YES\, this walk is on the same day\, at the same TH\, at the same start time\, as the Wildflower hike.  This offering is for groups with different levels of interest/capabilities but want to share\, with each other\, the beautiful memories of what they encounter. Restrooms at the trailhead.  Bring water and snacks for the trail.  No dogs please.  Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflower-walk-at-browns-ranch-trailhead/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220330T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220330T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163518
CREATED:20211203T222223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T222223Z
UID:10000127-1648625400-1648638000@www.mcdowellsonoran.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:Wildflower Educational Hike from Brown’s Ranch Trailhead  Join botanist Steve Jones on this Moderate hike as you learn to identify and gain knowledge about the Sonoran Desert’s beautiful wildflowers. 4 miles in about 3 hours with rolling terrain. Bathrooms available at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks for the trail.  No dogs please. Arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/wildflower-educational-hike-2/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR