Events Calendar

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Winter - Fall 2010
Experiential Education and Recreation

Public Programs
Date
Event
Time
Location
Fee
Other
6 Mondays, beginning February 01 After School at the Preserve 3:30-5 pm Preserve $30 Ages 7 and up, use code 55459 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Learn about birds, gardening, bugs, and ecology with Riparina Institute staff
4 Wednesdays, beginning February 03 Nature & Wildlife Through Art 1:30-3 pm Page Park Senior Center $30 Use code 55461 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Work with the Riparian Preserve's own plant biologist and wildlife illustrator
Monday, February 08, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Friday, February 12, 2010 Skywatch 8:00 PM Library classroom $3 donation requested Suitable for ages 10 and up
Lecture series on Astronomy concepts and recent discoveries Topic:
Saturday, February 13, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, February 13, 2010 Stewardship Saturday 9:00 am Preserve   For new and current volunteers
Join in on one of our stewardship projects for habitat restoration, trail development, and more.
Saturday, February 13, 2010 Desert Gardening 9:30 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Monday, February 15, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 Dino Dig 4-5 pm Riparian Preserve $5 Ages 5 and up, use code 55420 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Unearth the remains of the largest reptiles to roam this area
Saturday, February 20, 2010 Audubon Family Bird Walks beginning at 8 am Riparian Preserve Free Open to the public
Walks depart as groups gather at the Dragonfly Ramada
Saturday, February 20, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, February 20, 2010 Desert Gardening 9:30 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Sunday, Februrary 21, 2010 Bird Walk 7:30 am Preserve Parking Lot $5 Prior registration required through kathe.coot@cox.net
Led by our experienced birder Kathe Anderson
Monday, February 22, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Saturday, February 27, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested 14 and up, use code 53120 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, February 27, 2010 Desert Gardening 9:30 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Monday, March 01, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Tuesday, March 02, 2010 Volunteer Meeting 6:45-8 pm Public Works Assembly Room, Lindsey and Juniper    
For new and current volunteers
Wednesday, March 03, 2010 Dino Dig 4-5 pm Riparian Preserve $5 Ages 5 and up, use code 55421 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Unearth the remains of the largest reptiles to roam this area
Saturday, March 06, 2010 Desert Gardening 8:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, March 06, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, March 06, 2010 Tour of the Preserve 10:00 am Preserve Parking Lot $2 donation suggested no registration required
Take a docent led tour of the Preserve
Monday, March 08, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Friday, March 12, 2010 Skywatch 8:00 PM Library classroom $3 donation requested Suitable for ages 10 and up
Lecture series on Astronomy concepts and recent discoveries Topic:
Saturday, March 13, 2010 Desert Gardening 8:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, March 13, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, March 13, 2010 Stewardship Saturday 9:00 am Preserve   For new and current volunteers
Join in on one of our stewardship projects for habitat restoration, trail development, and more.
Monday, March 15, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Spring Mornings 8:30-11:30am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $15 Use code 55418 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Kids 7 and up learn about birds, plants, insects, water, and ecology.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 Spring Mornings 8:30-11:30am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $15 Use code 55456 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Kids 7 and up learn about birds, plants, insects, water, and ecology.
Thursday, March 18, 2010 Spring Mornings 8:30-11:30am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $15 Use code 55457 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Kids 7 and up learn about birds, plants, insects, water, and ecology.
Friday, March 19, 2010 Spring Mornings 8:30-11:30am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $15 Use code 55458 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Kids 7 and up learn about birds, plants, insects, water, and ecology.
Saturday, March 20, 2010 Audubon Family Bird Walks beginning at 8 am Riparian Preserve Free Open to the public
Walks depart as groups gather at the Dragonfly Ramada
Saturday, March 20, 2010 Desert Gardening 8:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, March 20, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Monday, March 22, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
6 Mondays, beginning March 22 After School at the Preserve 3:30-5 pm Preserve $30 Ages 7 and up, use code 55460 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Learn about birds, gardening, bugs, and ecology with Riparina Institute staff
8 Mondays, beginning March 22 Little Nature Explorers 9-10:30 am McQueen Park $40 Use code 55417 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
3 & 4 yr olds discover, learn, & play outdoors with Riparian Institute preschool staff
8 Fridays, beginning March 26 Little Nature Explorers 3's 9-10:15 am Preserve play area $40 Use code 55407 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
3 yr olds discover, learn, & play outdoors with Riparian Institute preschool staff
8 Fridays, beginning March 26 Little Nature Explorers 4-5's 10:30-12 noon Preserve play area $40 Use code 55413 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
4 & 5 yr olds discover, learn, & play outdoors with Riparian Institute preschool staff
8 Fridays, beginning March 26 Little Nature Explorers 5-7's 4:30-6 pm Preserve play area $40 Use code 55415 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
5-7 yr olds discover, learn, & play outdoors with Riparian Institute preschool staff
Saturday, March 27, 2010 Desert Gardening 8:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, March 27, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, March 27, 2010 Feathered Friends Festival 9 am - 2 pm Riparian Preserve Free, with donations for some activities Open to the public
Enjoy our annual signature event boasting over 40 booths of wildlife, games and crafts!
Monday, March 29, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 Dino Dig 4-5 pm Riparian Preserve $5 Ages 5 and up, use code 55422 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Unearth the remains of the largest reptiles to roam this area
Saturday, April 03, 2010 Desert Gardening 8:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, April 03, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, April 03, 2010 Tour of the Preserve 10:00 am Preserve Parking Lot $2 donation suggested no registration required
Take a docent led tour of the Preserve
Monday, April 05, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Friday, April 09, 2010 Skywatch 8:00 PM Library classroom $3 donation requested Suitable for ages 10 and up
Lecture series on Astronomy concepts and recent discoveries Topic:
Saturday, April 10, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, April 10, 2010 Stewardship Saturday tbd Preserve   For new and current volunteers
Join in on one of our stewardship projects for habitat restoration, trail development, and more.
Saturday, April 10, 2010 Desert Gardening 8:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Monday, April 12, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Wednesday, April 14, 2010 Dino Dig 4-5 pm Riparian Preserve $5 Ages 5 and up, use code 55423 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Unearth the remains of the largest reptiles to roam this area
Saturday, April 17, 2010 Audubon Family Bird Walks beginning at 8 am Riparian Preserve Free Open to the public
Walks depart as groups gather at the Dragonfly Ramada
Saturday, April 17, 2010 Desert Gardening 8:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, April 17, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, April 18, 2010 Bird Walk 6:30 am Preserve Parking Lot $5 Prior registration required through kathe.coot@cox.net
Led by our experienced birder Kathe Anderson
Monday, April 19, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Saturday, April 24, 2010 Desert Gardening 8:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Sunday, April 25, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Monday, April 26, 2010 Ranger Led Walk 8:30 am Preserve, east end of parking lot $3 donation requested  
Join our ranger for an interpretive walk of the Preserve
Saturday, May 1, 2010 Bird Walk 6:00 am Preserve Parking Lot $5 Prior registration required through kathe.coot@cox.net
Led by our experienced birder Kathe Anderson
Saturday, May 01, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:30 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, May 01, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, May 08, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:30 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, May 08, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, May 08, 2010 Stewardship Saturday tbd Preserve   For new and current volunteers
Join in on one of our stewardship projects for habitat restoration, trail development, and more.
Friday, May 14, 2010 Skywatch 8:00 PM Library classroom $3 donation requested Suitable for ages 10 and up
Lecture series on Astronomy concepts and recent discoveries Topic:
Saturday, May 15, 2010 Dragonfly & Buttefly Walk 7:00 am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $5 donation For all ages
It's flier season, and a great time to learn some basic identification and appreciation of these beautiful creatures.
Saturday, May 15, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:30 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, May 15, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, May 22, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:30 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, May 22, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Saturday, May 29, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:30 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, May 29, 2010 Garden Tour 8:30 am Preserve, by Observatory $2 donation suggested no registration required
Meet with our plant biologist to learn about plant selection for attracting wildlife, and development of garden areas.
Thursday, June 03, 2010 Volunteer Meeting 6:45-8 pm Public Works Assembly Room, Lindsey and Juniper    
For new and current volunteers
Saturday, June 05, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, June 06, 2010 Bird Walk 6:00 am Preserve Parking Lot $5 Prior registration required through kathe.coot@cox.net
Led by our experienced birder Kathe Anderson
Friday, June 11, 2010 Skywatch 8:00 PM Library classroom $3 donation requested Suitable for ages 10 and up
Lecture series on Astronomy concepts and recent discoveries Topic:
Saturday, June 12, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, June 19, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Saturday, June 19, 2010 Dragonfly & Buttefly Walk 7:00 am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $5 donation For all ages
It's flier season, and a great time to learn some basic identification and appreciation of these beautiful creatures.
Saturday, June 26, 2010 Desert Gardening 7:00 am Preserve, by Observatory   Prior registration required through Lisa.Herrmann@gilbertaz.gov
Meet with our plant biologist, Jennie Rambo, to work in the Preserve’s habitat gardens.
Friday, July 09, 2010 Skywatch 8:00 PM Library classroom $3 donation requested Suitable for ages 10 and up
Lecture series on Astronomy concepts and recent discoveries Topic:
Saturday, July 17, 2010 Dragonfly & Buttefly Walk 7:00 am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $5 donation For all ages
It's flier season, and a great time to learn some basic identification and appreciation of these beautiful creatures.
Friday, August 13, 2010 Skywatch 8:00 PM Library classroom $3 donation requested Suitable for ages 10 and up
Lecture series on Astronomy concepts and recent discoveries Topic:
Saturday, August 21, 2010 Dragonfly & Buttefly Walk 7:00 am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $5 donation For all ages
It's flier season, and a great time to learn some basic identification and appreciation of these beautiful creatures.
6 Mondays, beginning August 31 Beginning Birdwatching Class 6:30-8 pm Library classroom $50 14 and up, Use code 53120 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
Learn bird appreciation and identification, 4 weekend field trips to be determined by class
Saturday, September 18, 2010 Dragonfly & Buttefly Walk 7:00 am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $5 donation For all ages
It's flier season, and a great time to learn some basic identification and appreciation of these beautiful creatures.
10 Fridays, beginning October 09 Little Nature Explorers 5-7's 4:30-6 pm Preserve, Rattlesnake Ramada $50 Use code 55130 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
5-7 yr. olds discover, learn, and play outdoors
Saturday, October 16, 2010 Dragonfly & Buttefly Walk 7:00 am Preserve, Dragonfly Ramada $5 donation For all ages
It's flier season, and a great time to learn some basic identification and appreciation of these beautiful creatures.
8 Fridays, beginning October 23 Little Nature Explorers 9-10 am Preserve, Rattlesnake Ramada $35 Use code 55126 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
3-4 yr. olds discover, learn, and play outdoors
8 Fridays, beginning October 23 Little Nature Explorers 4-5's 10:15-11:45am Preserve, Rattlesnake Ramada $40 Use code 55129 to register at gilbertrecreation.com
4-5 yr. olds discover, learn, and play outdoors

Tours of the Preserve offered every Saturday at 10am from October through April. Join our Ranger for an Interpretive Walk at the preserve every Monday morning at 8:30 amam from October through April. $2 suggested donation. We meet at the front of the Riparian Preserve parking lot. Group tours can be arranged with prior notice.

If unable to attend a program for which you are registered, please call so we can offer space to others who may be waiting.

For reservations please call 480-503-6744 or contact Scott Anderson.