Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Friday the 13th Scorpion Safari

Look for scorpions and nocturnal animals during this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided night hike this Friday the 13th to look for nocturnal creepy crawlies including scorpions! Our likelihood of seeing scorpions depends on the how cold it is, but we still have a chance at seeing them, as well as mammals and owls. We will hike about 0.5-mile on an easy grade portion of Overton Trail, with occasionally rocky or uneven ground. Please pre-hydrate and have electrolytes before the walk, carry ample water, wear sturdy closed-toed footwear, and bring your own flashlights or headlamps. The ranger will have a blacklight to look for scorpions, which glow under the UV light. Restrooms are available at the Go John Trailhead parking. MEETING LOCATION: Go John Trailhead. Park map: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/assets/1/6/cave-creek-8x111.pdf Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/W2oX67EKBZS9pWLf9 Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at 602-506-2930 ext. 8 with your name, phone number, and number of people attending. 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 Wednesday, 6/11. PLEASE NOTE: Outdoor summer programs may be canceled on short notice due to severe weather, including extreme heat events. The Maricopa County Parks website (www.maricopa.gov/parks) is the most accurate resource for verifying the program’s current status. Please check the program listing online or call the Nature Center before coming to the park.