Trailside Naturalist - How to Survive in the Desert if you are a Plant - Gateway Trailhead Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 8:30am to 11:00 am Desert plants have adapted to our harsh desert environment. Learn how they do this by holding their breath during the day, reducing their surface areas and creating their own […]
Expedition Days Homeschool Day Join us for a day of free, fun, and interactive STEAM experiences in the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve, from Scat Bingo to live animal ambassadors. Learn about your place in the Sonoran Desert and how the choices you make in your daily life affect the future of our environment. The Kovach […]
Trailside Naturalist - Protecting the Desert Tortoise - Gateway Trailhead Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 8:30 am to 11:00 am Learn about the Preserve's desert tortoises who are long living but have a small chance to make it to adulthood. The Conservancy is tracking these animals with a radio backpack and we will share what […]
