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SUMMARY:Lecture - Spooky or Spectacular? Revealing the Truth About Bats
DESCRIPTION:Spooky or Spectacular? Revealing the Truth About Bats \nSpeaker: Jessie Dwyer\, Parsons Field Institute Biodiversity Manager \nDate: Saturday October 11\, 2025 \nTime: 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM \nBats have long been cast as spooky symbols in myths and Halloween tales\, but the truth is far more fascinating than frightening. In this talk\, we’ll explore the incredible world of bats—their essential roles in our ecosystems\, the reasons they deserve admiration rather than fear\, and how science and curiosity can transform eerie perceptions into appreciation. It’s time to replace fear with facts and discover why bats are among nature’s most spectacular—and misunderstood—creatures. \nJessie Dwyer is the Parsons Field Institute Biodiversity Manager at the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. At the Conservancy\, Jessie manages experimental and long- term wildlife research projects on key species groups\, such as bats\, birds\, butterflies\, ground-dwelling arthropods\, ground-dwelling vertebrates\, and reptiles. Jessie has a M.S. degree in Applied Biological Sciences from the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts at Arizona State University\, where they evaluated the effect of urbanization on bat habitat use across the Phoenix metropolitan area. \nRSVP below to let us know you are coming!
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/lecture-spooky-or-spectacular-revealing-the-truth-about-bats/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Public Library – Mustang Library\, 10101 N. 90th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:Sonoran Desert 101 - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Sonoran Desert 101 at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead  \nThis walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve\, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. \nRestrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. 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/sonoran-desert-101-educational-walk/
LOCATION:Brown’s Ranch Trailhead\, 30301 N. Alma School Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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SUMMARY:Predators and Prey - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Predators and Prey – Balancing the Ecosystem at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead  \nJoin us for a fascinating two-hour leisurely walk exploring the dynamic relationship between predators and prey. Discover how desert animals like coyotes\, bobcats\, mountain lions\, raptors\, and snakes have evolved to hunt\, and how their prey—such as deer and rodents—have adapted to survive. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure. Restrooms and water at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. No dogs\, please. \nSpace is limited! Please Save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/predators-and-prey-educational-walk/
LOCATION:Lost Dog Wash Trailhead\, 12601 N. 124th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85259\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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SUMMARY:Boojada Adventure - Educational Walk
DESCRIPTION:Boojada Adventure Walk at Gateway Trailhead \nWhen you think about Halloween\, it’s normal to think of spooky and scary symbols like spiders\, spider webs\, and bats. But if you learn a little more about these creatures in the Sonoran Desert\, you may discover that there is not much to be afraid of! So\, join us while we turn Halloween on its head and discuss all things related to our spooky Sonoran Desert. \nBathrooms and water are available at the trailhead. No dogs please. Bring water for the trail. Arrive 15 minutes before the walk. \nSpace is limited! Please save your spot with the RSVP below.
URL:https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/boojada-adventure-educational-walk/
LOCATION:Gateway Trailhead\, 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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