Castle Hot Springs Rd. 6MEETING LOCATION: In front of Visitor Center. except holidays Limit 20 participants. Restrooms are available at the trailhead and water is available at the Nature Center. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant - Education, Recreation, and Inspiration Programs Schedule a date for your group to enjoy a half-day, full-day, or. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. A member of our staff will contact you within five (5) business days to finalize your reservation. 41835 N. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. 41835 N. Waddell, AZ 85355. ESTRELLA - Tamarisk Invasive Species Removal - 11-23-2023 thru 3-1-2024. MEETING LOCATION: Trailhead staging area Limit 10 participants. Wickenburg, AZ 85390. Buckeye Hills Regional Park. 41835 N. Desert Discovery Day. No registration required, just drop on in! MEETING LOCATION: Visitor Center. 5. PRINT. 00: Overnight Use. Saturday: 7:30 a. - 4 p. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. They are specialists in engaging people, especially children, in an assortment of cultural and natural history topics as well as fun and recreational endeavors. Specialties The Desert Outdoor Center, located on the eastern side of Lake Pleasant, is a popular field trip destination with the mission of providing memorable environmental education experiences to students throughout the Valley. Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Event Details. m. Places to see, ways to wander, and signature experiences. The Sonoran is a large desert located in Mexico and parts. This includes: Warmth for human beings. To sign up, please call the Visitor Center at 928-684-2772. At Lake Pleasant Camp, scouts can experience the thrills of crossing the wake while. 372. If you are not contacted within five (5) business days, please call (602) 506-9500. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Essential Desert Center. There is no fee for this program, just the standard park admission. About the General Joe Foss Shooting Complex. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Take free demo rides. We will be talking about the importance of native plants in restoring desert habitat that has been degraded due to things like wildfire, human use and overgrazing. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. The meeting will occur at the Fountain Hills Community Center at 13001 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center. 41835 N. Registration for this program will close on 5. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 [email protected] Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Please, NO pets. - 4 p. MEETING LOCATION: Visitor Center Limit 20 participants. 27679. Usery Mountain Regional Park offers over 29 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Castle Hot Springs Rd. on Thursday, November 2, 2023. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Recreational purposes. m. Buckeye Hills Regional Park. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Join Ranger Nikki for a heart-pumping workout on Go John Trail and to learn about our fascinating Sonoran Desert. Waddell, AZ 85355. Vineyard Ave. (602) 372-7470. )DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. Subjects: Science Grades: K-8San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. 20304 W. m. 60 89. 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. except holidaysThis 2-hour indoor class includes fascinating insights on desert plants, how to harvest and use them in recipes, hands-on activities, and sampling of many desert foods. Please call, or visit for more information. North America has large deserts, too, including the Mojave in California and parts of Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. 00: Full Day:Feel free to bring your robe, shower shoes, towel and wash cloth, but leave your blow-dryer at home. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. 5. If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call. This class is designed as an interpretive and recreational hike. maricopa. Phone: (602) 506-2930 Location . The approximate 2-mile is an out-and-back hike on Mule Deer Trail. Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on mapping, and removing. Vineyard Ave. m. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. For grades K-2 this class will consist of a shorter hike that emphasizes the shapes, sounds, and colors of the desert. Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. m. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. McDowell Mountain Regional Park. 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM. White Tank Mountain Road. - 4 p. Join Rangers Steve and Kevin for an evening under the Sonoran Desert stars! Click program title for more details. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. - 4 p. 8 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. The Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant was absolutely perfect for our wedding. Solar Panels: Solar Panels The Desert Outdoor Center provides a fun, hands-on, and inquiry-based learning experience to: Encourage a curiosity about nature; Create an interest in scientific concepts; Nurture an appreciation for the desert; Hours of Operation. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. Coordinates: 34. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. The volunteer coordinator may be reached at parkvolunteer@maricopa. White Tank Mountain Regional Park. Export to Outlook. Thank you for your interest in using the facilities at the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant. Export to Outlook. 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. Queen Creek, AZ 85144. White Tank Mountain Road Waddell, AZ 85355 (602) 506-2930 ext. 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. 9. Participants will be able to stop by over a 3-hour period to look and learn about the people and wildlife th at currently and/or historically were found within the park boundary. Maricopa County Parks-Desert Defenders-Native Seed Harvest. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 406:30 AM - 08:30 AM. Cave Creek, AZ , 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8. 8 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. (602) 506-2930 ext 3. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Spur Cross Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Learn about the adaptations and life cycles of plants and animals of our Sonoran Desert on an easy/moderate hike with Ranger Nikki. gov. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Normal & special operating hours for Desert Hills Premium Outlets®. Additionally, at least one kitchen staff must have a food handler's card. (602) 506-2930 ext. Usery Pass Rd. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional parks systems in the nation with over 120,000 acres of open space parks that include hundreds of miles of trails, campgrounds, nature centers and the Desert Outdoor Environmental Learning Center at Lake Pleasant. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Desert Outdoor Center - Weddings. Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. - 4 p. Waddell, AZ 85355. White Tank Mountain Road. Aravaipa Running; Arizona Master Naturalist-Maricopa County Chapter; Leave No Trace; Recreational Equipment, Inc. m. Coloring pages will also be available for kids to take home. Stop by the Nature Center for a drop-in learning session that focuses on coyotes that live in our desert and sometimes visit our neighborhoods. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. 60 89. Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. 5 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. except holidays41835 N. The Desert Outdoor Center is a reservation-required facility that. Students will learn geology, animal signs, plant names, history, and ecology along a designated trail. Desert Discovery Center. An area fully equipped with commercial grade amenities. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center Limit 20 participants. Specialties: The Desert Outdoor Center, located on the eastern side of Lake Pleasant, is a popular field trip destination with the mission of providing memorable environmental education experiences to students throughout the Valley. Recurring Event (See all) Free. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. m. Wickenburg, AZ 85390. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Fitness Hike (Registration required, limit 15 participants) December 21, 2023 - (08:00 AM - 12:00 PM) Cave Creek Regional Park. Learn about our fascinating desert cacti on an easy to moderate hike with Ranger Nikki. Chapter Five (5) outlines the findings and. We will be talking about the importance of native plants in restoring desert habitat that has been degraded due to things like wildfire, human use. White Tank Mountain Regional Park. except holidaysFriends of the Desert Outdoor Center; Friends of Hassayampa; Partners. Castle Hot Springs Rd. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center,. 9. The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department and Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics™ have partnered to promote a variety of resources, tools, and information which will help park visitors develop an appreciation for open spaces and the beautiful Sonoran Desert. Unit Operations CenterMorristown, AZ 85342. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. 2DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. 20304 W. Limit 12 participants. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Waddell, AZ 85355. - 4 p. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Hwy. Maricopa County Parks and Recreation is hosting its first-ever Seed Bomb Workshop on July 27, 2023, from 8:00 am until 11:30 am at Usery Mountain Regional Park Nature Center. Early signs include thirst and muscle cramps. Maricopa County regional parks located within Area A’s boundaries include: Adobe Dam Regional Park. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. (602) 506-2930 ext 4. gov. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Beardsley Rd. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Stop by the Nature Center to learn about the annual hiking, running, biking and horseback riding challenge presented by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. 64255 and 33. Reservations must be made to visit the Desert Outdoor Center. m. To register, please call the Cave Creek Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. Sonoran Desert 101. This October promises to be a month of unforgettable melodies and delightful memories with the return of the City’s free Fall Concerts in the Park series. At the Desert Outdoor Center at the southeastern corner of the lake near Pleasant Harbor. Morristown, AZ 85342. Usery Pass Rd. m. Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. Cave Creek Regional Park and White Tank Mountain County Park are also nearby. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Do. Aravaipa Running; Arizona Master Naturalist-Maricopa County Chapter; Leave No Trace; Recreational Equipment, Inc. 2Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. There is no fee for this program, just the standard park admission. 5. Then head outside to complete the. Friday, March 11, 2022. 5. 18. Bring flashlights, blacklights, cameras and plenty. Vehicles and trailers remaining in the camping space past the check-out time the day of departure, may be. Join Ranger Steve for an evening of stargazing and astronomy education! We’ll be viewing a selection of objects. Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM. Castle Hot Springs Rd. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. Discover cool facts about their life cycle, diet, habitat and more. Gift Shop. Ranger Derik will be available to answer any questions about the snakes. Castle Hot Springs Rd. White Tank Mountain Road. 6Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant. White Tank Mountain Regional Park. (602) 506-2930 ext 3. Nov 18, 2023 - (10:00 AM - 02:00 PM) Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Waddell, AZ 85355. Located on the Valley’s east side, this park takes in 3,648 acres set at the western end of the Goldfield Mountains, adjacent to the Tonto National Forest. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 (602) 506-2930 ext 3Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the Cave Creek Nature Center. m. m. Phillips Road. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Buckeye Hills Regional Park. in the month of November. 372. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. 20304 W. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342; Phone: 602-506-2930. . Close. (REI). m. m. Park News Park Alerts Contact Us. Post-Thanksgiving Desert 101 Hike (Registration Required, Limit 15) Nov 24, 2023 - (09:00 AM - 12:00 PM) Lake Pleasant Regional Park. 20304 W. 5 Fires are prohibited from May 1 – September 30 in Area A. Export to Outlook. Lake Pleasant - Roadrunner Campground Temporarily Closed July 10 - Dec 31, 2023. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342; Phone: 602-506-2930. Center Amenities; Facility Rentals; Programs. 00: Full Day: $18. Meeting Location: Nature Center No registration required, just drop on in between. The Desert Outdoor Center, located on the eastern side of Lake Pleasant, is a popular field trip destination with the mission of providing memorable environmental education. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 (602) 506-2930 ext 3Join Ranger Steve for an approximately 3 hour event with short walks on the Waterfall, Goat Camp, and other trails, as well as around the Nature Center. (602) 506-2930 ext. except holidaysFriends of the Desert Outdoor Center; Friends of Hassayampa; Partners. Join Ranger Steve at the Nature Center from 12-2pm as he curates a collection of. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Limit 15 participants. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7 Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. In 2016, an additional 2,000 square feet was been added on to the original dam observation/visitor center building. The Desert Outdoor Center is a reservation-required facility that primarily hosts outdoor education f 18. 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. 9. McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. Click program title for more details. 2White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. m. Vineyard Ave. (REI). Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant, 41402 North 87th Avenue, Peoria, Arizona 85383, Phone: (602) 372-7470, Fax: (602) 372-7475, info@desertoutdoorcenter. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 12/5/2023. Join Ranger Nikki on a 4. The Sonoran Desert is the most bio-diverse desert in the world, featuring more than 2,000 species of plants. Check Out Time (Day of Departure): 12:00 p. Branding of animals. and Beardsley Rd. 2. This includes: Warmth for human beings. A popular spot to roast marshmallows and sing camp songs at night, this outdoor amphitheater seats 200 people. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. - 4 p. Wickenburg, AZ 85390. m. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Come join Ranger Shaun for this drop in, drop out informational station. 87th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85383. Lake Pleasant is a water reservoir and is part of the Central Arizona Project waterway system – bringing water from the Lower Colorado River into Central and southern Arizona. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Fires are prohibited from May 1 – September 30 in Area A. Restrooms are available at the Nature Center. 5. Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant 41402 N. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center; Friends of Hassayampa;. Teachers. . Maricopa County Parks Nature Centers. m. Spur Cross Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. 209:00 AM - 02:00 PM. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. The Discovery Center houses a remarkable display of interpretive exhibits for your viewing and inquisitive pleasure. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. 5. use of the complete facility (includes setup and take-down time) and a 1 hour rehearsal time prior to the event date. Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant. Convenient location. Phone: 602-50[email protected] Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. 41835 N. 5-mile easy to moderate terrain hike to learn about the adaptations and life cycles of desert plants and animals. Registration for this program will close on Thursday, 3/30/23. On stage at the Civic Center Park amphitheater from 6 to 7:30 p. Aravaipa Running; Arizona Master Naturalist-Maricopa County Chapter; Leave No Trace; Recreational Equipment, Inc. Maricopa County's Regional Parks Recognize Veterans with Military Service Appreciation Day. Closed on Sunday / November 1 - April 30 - Open from 8 am to 4 pm daily. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Join Ranger Nikki on a 5. Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Come to the Nature Center and meet Ranger Kevin from 11:30am to 1:00pm. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Export to Outlook. (602) 506-2930 ext. Frequently Asked Questions Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant - Education, Recreation, and InspirationDiscovery Station: Sonoran Desert Geology. 4. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Registration is required and space is limited to 10 participants. The park is located about 10. 8 with your name, phone number and number. 2The Desert Outdoor Center does not supply food and disposables. 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Wickenburg, AZ 85390. Ringtail day use area Amphitheater No registration required, just drop in between 2:00 – 3:00pm! Related Events: on 11/16/2023. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water, snacks, hat and sunscreen. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Spur Cross Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Join Ranger Kevin for an evening hike focused on scorpions native to the Sonoran Desert. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Mesa, AZ 85207. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. 189 likes. Cave Creek Regional Park has four large ramada areas with picnic tables, barbecue grills, drinking water, electrical outlets, campfire pits and a nearby playground. Wednesday, June 28, 2023. On stage at the Civic Center Park amphitheater from 6 to 7:30 p. An interactive booth will be set up at the Estrella Nature Center. 00: Overnight Use. and Beardsley Rd. Limit 10 participants. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. and Desert Foothills Pkwy. News Releases; Online Resources (brochures and handouts) Park Logos and Guidelines; Public Records Request; Social Media; Subscription Services; Parks Vision 2030. Led by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of educators, community leaders, and parents, Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant the Friends play a key role in raising revenue for the Center. Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Join Ranger Kevin for an evening hike focused on scorpions native to the Sonoran Desert. 41835 N. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 [email protected] Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Paddlefit Activity - See Desert Lotus Paddle Boards: 2PM: Locomotion Race #3 – Last chance! - Details see Outdoor Adventure Centers: 2PM: Paddleboard Yoga - See Desert Lotus Paddle Boards: 2PM: Kayak Paddle Tour around Helm Island - First 10 people, see Desert Breeze Tours: 2:30PM: Kayak Paddle Tour around Helm Island - Desert Breeze:. October 5, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Nature Center hours: May 1 - October 31 - Open 7 am to 2 pm Monday through Saturday. Situated on the rocky bajadas of Lake Pleasant just 20 minutes outside of Phoenix, we offer a unique and tranquil location. Vineyard Ave. Limit 20 participants. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext.