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Hikes, parks, and outdoor fun around the San Tan Valley area
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Pollinators Hike
09/16/2026 8:00 am - 9:30 amGet outsideSan Tan Mountain Regional Park09/16/2026 8:00 am - 9:30 am[Get outside]Pollinators HikeA morning hike looking at desert plants and hunting for the bees, butterflies and other creatures that pollinate them. Good for anyone who likes knowing how the pieces fit together.
The program is free. Park entry is $10 exact cash at the self-pay station, or display your Annual Pass. Questions: 602-506-2930 ext. 7.
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Discovery Station: Butterfly Monitoring
09/16/2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pmGet outsideSan Tan Mountain Regional Park09/16/2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm[Get outside]Discovery Station: Butterfly MonitoringJoin Ranger Olivia at a drop-in station to learn how and why Maricopa County Parks monitors and supports butterfly populations, and what that means for the desert around San Tan Valley.
The program is free. Park entry is $10 exact cash at the self-pay station, or display your Annual Pass. Questions: 602-506-2930 ext. 7.
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Master Gardeners of STV
09/19/2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pmGet outsideSan Tan Valley Library - Bronze Room09/19/2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm[Get outside]Master Gardeners of STVCome join the Master Gardeners of the San Tan Valley as they present a topic of interest on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1:30 - 3 PM. Topics are wide-ranging but all related to gardening in our region. These awesome volunteers also enjoy answering your questions about the challenges you are having in the garden.
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Full Moon Hike
09/26/2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pmGet outsideSan Tan Mountain Regional Park09/26/2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm[Get outside]Full Moon HikeWatch the full moon rise over the mountains from one of Ranger Kevin's favourite spots. An easy evening out that does not need any special gear.
The program is free. Park entry is $10 exact cash at the self-pay station, or display your Annual Pass. Questions: 602-506-2930 ext. 7.
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Bug Theatre and Scorpion Safari
09/26/2026 7:30 pm - 9:00 pmGet outsideSan Tan Mountain Regional Park09/26/2026 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm[Get outside]Bug Theatre and Scorpion SafariMeet some scorpions and other creepy-crawly neighbours with Ranger Kevin, in an evening of insect improv. Strange, funny, and genuinely educational, especially for kids who like bugs.
The program is free. Park entry is $10 exact cash at the self-pay station, or display your Annual Pass. Questions: 602-506-2930 ext. 7.
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Master Gardeners of STV
10/17/2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pmGet outsideSan Tan Valley Library - Bronze Room10/17/2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm[Get outside]Master Gardeners of STVCome join the Master Gardeners of the San Tan Valley as they present a topic of interest on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1:30 - 3 PM. Topics are wide-ranging but all related to gardening in our region. These awesome volunteers also enjoy answering your questions about the challenges you are having in the garden.
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Master Gardeners of STV
11/21/2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pmGet outsideSan Tan Valley Library - Bronze Room11/21/2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm[Get outside]Master Gardeners of STVCome join the Master Gardeners of the San Tan Valley as they present a topic of interest on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1:30 - 3 PM. Topics are wide-ranging but all related to gardening in our region. These awesome volunteers also enjoy answering your questions about the challenges you are having in the garden.
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