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X-WR-CALNAME:Phoenix · outdoors · today · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NMVC THURSDAY HIKES: Spur Cross DTSTART:20260917T130000Z DTEND:20260917T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T061636Z UID:4063-1789624800-1789635600@northmountainvisitorcenter.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Name of Hike: Spur Cross  \nLocation: Spur Cross Ranch Conser vation Area  \nTrailhead Meet Up Date: 9/17/2026  \nTrailhead Meet Up Ti me: 6:00 AM  \nLeader(s): Billie & Neil  \nLeader Contact: shakemat4@yah oo.com  text 602-361-0276  \nCarpool? (Y/N) No  \nCarpool Time & Locati on: on your own  \nHike Distance (estim): 4 miles or a bit more miles  \ nHike Time (estim): 2 or 3 hrs depending on weather  \nElevation Chg (app rox ft\, optional): ft  \nHike Description: We will decide route on the d ay depending on the sunshine and temps. We’ll try to take in the most sc enic areas for those not yet familiar with on of Arizona’s most popular hiking areas.  There will be some elevation\, but nothing strenuous and t he trails are usually in great shape making an easy to moderate hike.  \n Drive Instructions: Take Cave Creek Rd into the town of Cave Creek. As the road bends to go East\, watch for Spur Cross Rd to go left. No Light.\nFo llow SCR as it jogs left\, and follow the signs to the trailhead.\nThere i s a pay station inside the park. We meet in the big lot at the end of the road and walk together to the pay station.  Fees have recently gone up so have some dollar bills\, maybe 10. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T061636Z URL:https://northmountainvisitorcenter.org/event/nmvc-thursday-hikes-spur- cross-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=phoenix-az X-SOURCE-NAME:North Mountain Visitor Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://northmountainvisitorcenter.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wildlife World Zoo\, Aquarium and Safari Park: CAPYBARA ENCOUNTER DTSTART:20260917T163000Z DTEND:20260917T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062421Z UID:10042844-1789637400-1789641000@scitechinstitute.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Enc ounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed our capybaras and learn fr om their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Fe el the texture of their fur and see their webbed feet up close\, then pose for an adorable photo with your new best friend! Capybara Encounters meet at the Shipwreck Cove Sea Lion Stadium! \n​ \n$79.00 for each guest. ​Zoo admission is not included in the price of a Capybara encounter \nEa ch encounter is limited to 8 participants. \n\n\nChildren age 3-11 must be with a paid adult (minimum age to participate in an encounter is 3) \n\n\ nChildren age 12-17 can participate with a non-paid adult spectator. Non-p aid spectators must sit in the stands and are not able to participate in t he encounter. \n\n\nCancellation Policy – There are no cancellations or refunds  \n\n\n​ \n*Allergy alert: Our animals in Shipwreck Cove are fe d a variety of food including fish\, shellfish\, nuts and eggs. They may h ave residue from these items on their skin when touching or feeding them. If you have allergies to any of these items\, we do not recommend particip ating in this encounters. \n​ \nThis is not a private encounter. You wil l be sharing the experience with other guests. If you would like a private experience\, you will need to book all 8 spots even if you don’t have 8 people in your group. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062421Z LOCATION:Wildlife World Zoo\, Aquarium and Safari Park\, 16501 W. Northern Ave.\, Litchfield Park\, 85340\, United States URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/wildlife-world-zoo-aquarium-and-saf ari-park-capybara-encounter-62/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm _campaign=phoenix-az X-SOURCE-NAME:SciTech Institute X-SOURCE-URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/add-event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tucson Botanical Gardens: Desert Container Gardening - Plan for 36 5 Days of Living Color DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062421Z UID:10042933-1789639200-1789644600@scitechinstitute.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Desert container gardening is not the same as gardening anywhe re else. Our summers are longer and hotter\, our winters can bring sudden cold snaps\, and plants in pots need a smarter plan to thrive. \nBe inspir ed to do something different and expand your vision\, imagination\, and en joyment of seeing beautiful plants in a container that thrive in your dese rt home. \n\nDetermine the correct plants to combine in a pot for the upco ming season so that the display makes sense and is pleasing to the eye.\nK now the correct location to place your pots so they will do their best.\nC hoose your color theme and learn how to make it happen. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062421Z LOCATION:Online URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/tucson-botanical-gardens-desert-con tainer-gardening-plan-for-365-days-of-living-color/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=phoenix-az X-SOURCE-NAME:SciTech Institute X-SOURCE-URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/add-event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Agility Skills Beginner/Novice w/Deb DTSTART:20260918T004500Z DTEND:20260918T014500Z DTSTAMP:20260915T151535Z UID:10068059-1789667100-1789670700@azdogsports.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Pet Supplies Plus10624 N. 32nd St.\, Phoenix 85028
Next to A ce Hardware – NW corner 32/Shea
Google Maps Location \nWhat a great ti me for novice agility teams to practice some skills INDOORS in an air-cond itioned room. Working on Jumps\, Wraps\, Pushes\, contacts\, weave pole en try’s\, Threadle wrap and Threadle  slice. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T151535Z LOCATION:Pet Supplies Plus\, 10624 N. 32nd St\, Phoenix\, 85028\, United S tates URL:https://azdogsports.com/event/agility-skills-beginner-novice-w-deb-2/2 026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=phoenix-az X-SOURCE-NAME:AZ Dog Sports X-SOURCE-URL:https://azdogsports.com/dog-trainers-in-phoenix-az END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trail Life Troop #0105 DTSTART:20260918T013000Z DTEND:20260918T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T143944Z UID:10032134-1789669800-1789675200@desertviewbible.org CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T143944Z URL:https://desertviewbible.org/event/trail-life-troop-105/2026-09-17/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=phoenix-az X-SOURCE-NAME:Desert View Bible Church X-SOURCE-URL:https://desertviewbible.org/event/congregational-information- meeting-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Agility Skills Intermediate w/Deb DTSTART:20260918T014500Z DTEND:20260918T024500Z DTSTAMP:20260915T151535Z UID:10068315-1789670700-1789674300@azdogsports.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Pet Supplies Plus10624 N. 32nd St.\, Phoenix 85028
Next to A ce Hardware – NW corner 32/Shea
Google Maps Location \nWhat a great ti me for Intermediate agility teams to practice some skills INDOORS in an ai r-conditioned room. Working on Jumps\, Wraps\, Pushes\, contacts\, weave p ole entry’s\, Threadle wrap and Threadle  slice. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T151535Z LOCATION:Pet Supplies Plus\, 10624 N. 32nd St\, Phoenix\, 85028\, United S tates URL:https://azdogsports.com/event/agility-skills-intermediate-w-deb-3/2026 -09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=phoenix-az X-SOURCE-NAME:AZ Dog Sports X-SOURCE-URL:https://azdogsports.com/dog-trainers-in-phoenix-az END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Creatures of the Night Walk DTSTART:20260918T020000Z DTEND:20260918T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062421Z UID:10043318-1789671600-1789678800@scitechinstitute.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats\, ringtails\, foxes\, skunks\, javelinas\, deer\ , owls\, scorpions\, insects\, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please brin g your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them\, but some will be available to borrow. Please dress in layers and wear sturdy footwear\, an d carry ample water. Trails are rated as easy and are mostly flat\, but th ere may be some uneven or sandy surfaces. We will hike about 1-1.5 miles r oundtrip. The gate will be open half hour before the walk\, but closed whi le the walking is going on\, as this is an after-hours event requiring pre -registration. Allow yourself extra time to drive to the Preserve if comin g from the Phoenix area\, due to increased rush hour traffic by U.S. 60 (G rand Ave.) and the Loop 303 Freeway. \nMEETING LOCATION: Visitor Center \n Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/V5BnHQrAfszGU9ru6 \nLimit 12 partici pants. To register\, please call the Visitor Center at 602-506-2930 ext. 9 with your name\, phone number\, and number of people attending. If you fi nd you cannot attend a program after you have registered\, please call the Visitor Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. This pro gram is all ages\, but might not be suitable for toddlers or young childre n due to their perception of the darkness and hiking length. Registration for this program will close on 9/16. \nPLEASE NOTE: Outdoor summer program s may be canceled on short notice due to inclement weather\, including ext reme heat events\, severe thunderstorms\, and wildfires. The Maricopa Coun ty Parks website (www.maricopa.gov/parks) is the most accurate resource fo r verifying the program’s current status. Please check the program listi ng online or call the Nature Center before coming to the park.  \nAges 9+ LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062421Z LOCATION:Hassayampa River Preserve\, 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89\, Wickenburg\, AZ\, 85390\, United States URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/event/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreatio n-creatures-of-the-night-walk-92/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&u tm_campaign=phoenix-az X-SOURCE-NAME:SciTech Institute X-SOURCE-URL:https://scitechinstitute.org/add-event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR