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Full slate of activities this month at Saguaro National Park
A series of programs are under way at Saguaro National Park. Explore the natural and cultural history of the park. Come along on a naturalist-led evening walk or join a local expert for a presentation in the visitor center. Programs will be offered at both districts. There is no charge for interpretive programs, but park entrance fees apply.
There will be a presentation Thursday, Jan. 8, at 10 a.m. - "Prehistoric People in the Sonoran Desert."
Stop by the visitor center patio and join volunteer Walter Coe for an exploration into the prehistory of this area. This is an on-going, informal presentation.
Learn who lived here over 1,000 years ago and what they used for food, clothing and shelter. This program is wheelchair accessible, and will also be offered Jan. 22.
At 7 p.m., "Hummingbirds of Southeastern Arizona," will be presented.
Join park naturalists in the visitor center auditorium to learn about the hummingbirds found in the Sonoran Desert, those who live here year-round and those migrating.
Advanced reservations recommended, and can be made by calling 733-5153. This program is wheelchair accessible.
Jan. 9 , 2 p.m. - Sunset and Moonlight Hike. This six-hour, 5-mile hike climbs 800 feet into the Rincon Mountain foothills for views of a desert sunset and a decent under the full moon. Wear sturdy hiking boots, dress for the weather, bring a trail dinner, plenty of water and flashlight.
Advanced reservations required, and can be made by calling 733-5153. Participants will be mailed directions and more detailed program information.
Jan. 10, 8 a.m. to noon - Buffelgrass Weed Pull (Rincon Mountain District). Volunteers work with park staff to remove a patch of buffelgrass, an invasive non-native plant which threatens the Sonoran Desert. Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitors Center and then carpool to a work site near Javelina Picnic Area. Park in the administration parking lot (first right after entering the park, follow road to the parking lot just south of the visitor center parking area).
Wear sturdy hiking shoes, long pants and a hat, bring plenty of water and gloves (if you have them); tools and gloves will be provided. Snacks and beverages following the event.
Advanced reservations recommended. Call 733-5187, or sign up at the visitor center.
Jan. 10, 3 p.m. - "Exploring Arizona's National Treasures."
Join Park Ranger Katy Hooper in the visitor center auditorium for a virtual tour. Advanced reservations recommended, and can be made by calling 733-5153.
There will be a presentation Thursday, Jan. 8, at 10 a.m. - "Prehistoric People in the Sonoran Desert."
Stop by the visitor center patio and join volunteer Walter Coe for an exploration into the prehistory of this area. This is an on-going, informal presentation.
Learn who lived here over 1,000 years ago and what they used for food, clothing and shelter. This program is wheelchair accessible, and will also be offered Jan. 22.
At 7 p.m., "Hummingbirds of Southeastern Arizona," will be presented.
Join park naturalists in the visitor center auditorium to learn about the hummingbirds found in the Sonoran Desert, those who live here year-round and those migrating.
Advanced reservations recommended, and can be made by calling 733-5153. This program is wheelchair accessible.
Jan. 9 , 2 p.m. - Sunset and Moonlight Hike. This six-hour, 5-mile hike climbs 800 feet into the Rincon Mountain foothills for views of a desert sunset and a decent under the full moon. Wear sturdy hiking boots, dress for the weather, bring a trail dinner, plenty of water and flashlight.
Advanced reservations required, and can be made by calling 733-5153. Participants will be mailed directions and more detailed program information.
Jan. 10, 8 a.m. to noon - Buffelgrass Weed Pull (Rincon Mountain District). Volunteers work with park staff to remove a patch of buffelgrass, an invasive non-native plant which threatens the Sonoran Desert. Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitors Center and then carpool to a work site near Javelina Picnic Area. Park in the administration parking lot (first right after entering the park, follow road to the parking lot just south of the visitor center parking area).
Wear sturdy hiking shoes, long pants and a hat, bring plenty of water and gloves (if you have them); tools and gloves will be provided. Snacks and beverages following the event.
Advanced reservations recommended. Call 733-5187, or sign up at the visitor center.
Jan. 10, 3 p.m. - "Exploring Arizona's National Treasures."
Join Park Ranger Katy Hooper in the visitor center auditorium for a virtual tour. Advanced reservations recommended, and can be made by calling 733-5153.
