Come join as we explore the outdoors. All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Recreational Area Cleanups Staging area is at the BLM Box Canyon trailhead, 1/4 mile past the 2nd river crossing on Rincon Road, unless otherwise noted. 4/27/24, 8 – 11 a.m. Location: 3.2 miles S of Hwy 60 on Vulture Mine Rd. Turn R onto the dirt road just past the cell tower. Sponsored by Rotary of Wickenburg and Tinzie Realty. Garbage bags, pick sticks, latex gloves, buckets and reflective vests provided. Bring work gloves and water. Organizations/businesses are needed to sponsor monthly cleanups. No funding is required, sponsors recruit 5 or more volunteers. Contact info@wickenburgtrails.org for more information.
Mesquite Festival April 20, 2024 8 a.m. to noon at the Hassayampa River Preserve, Hwy 60, Wickenburg Free admission Learn all about this iconic desert tree: its use throughout history; harvesting, preparation and storage; food preparation and nutritional and medicinal uses; and much more. Free samples of food prepared with mesquite. Catch on of the informative mini seminars: 9:30 - 10:00 Can't beat mesquite 10:15 - 10:45 Health benefits 11:00 - 11:30 Cooking with mesquite Event is co-hosted by Maricopa County Parks, Friends of Hassayampa and Cave Creek Desert Awareness Committee.
Sophie's Flat Trail Maintenance Start times: 8 -11 a.m. Dates TBD Meet at the trailhead on Blue Tank Rd. 1-1/4 mile from Constellation Rd. Help clear brush and groom trails. Wear clothes and shoes suitable for gardening. Bring gloves and water. Some tools provided but bring loppers, rakes and shovels if you have them.