Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Desert Butterflies

Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert butterflies that can be seen along our park trails and how you can take part in the Maricopa County Parks Butterfly Monitoring initiative. Learn about desert butterflies with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session. See preserved specimens and photographs to help you identify common flutterers that can be seen at the end of summer into early fall along our desert trails and in your back yard. You can also learn about the Parks Department butterfly monitoring initiative and apps you can use to identify and document what you see along your journeys. (Downloading and creating accounts for the iNaturalist and eButteffly apps beforehand is helpful). Be sure to bring your water with you to this indoor information table. Restrooms and water are available at the Nature Center. MEETING LOCATION: Visitor Center No registration required. Just drop by any time between 10:00am and 11:00am!     Free with Park Fee