Calling all Equestrians! McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Project & Activities Calendar April 2002

Some of the following activities represent potential volunteer opportunities in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Let's show 'em what horse folks can do! Come join up!

Pre-registration for the work projects is MANDATORY!

To pre-register, call Claire Miller at 480-312-2504, or e-mail at clmiller@ci.scottsdale.az.us.

Wednesday, April 3rd: Trail Obliteration/Brushing Project; 124th Street/Cactus area; Meet at 124th Street north of Cactus (the Lost Dog Wash Trailhead area); Meet at 8 am; (2-3 hours);

Saturday, April 6th: In conjunction with Arizona State Land Department - working with mountain bike group; Trail sign installation project; Meet at 8 am at gate on Alma School Road, north of Dynamite, where the pavement ends. (4-6 hours)

Saturday, April 20th: Pinnacle Peak Park Grand Opening Celebration. Celebrate the opening of Pinnacle Peak with everyone! Watch for details.

Monday, April 22nd: Earth Day work project; Trail Obliteration at Brown's Ranch - closing down a 'summit trail' that is not on the approved trails plan; Stewards will be needed to lead small work groups. Meet at the Alma School gate, 8 am. (4 hours)

Saturday, April 27th: Earth Day/Environmental Event at the Water Campus; Exact details tba - not necessarily a work project, but another opportunity to come, pick up information and enjoy a variety of environmental displays and presentations.