One More Time…View the Rare Crested Saguaros Around Browns
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Browns Ranch has a large number of saguaros, including some that are over 200 years old. A fan-shaped growth happens on only a few, resulting in a rare “crested saguaro”. This ride will point out many of the crested saguaros throughout the central area of Browns.
The ride will be led by veteran steward Bill Jackson - he and other Conservancy science staff have studied crested saguaros for many years and are considered experts. Come out and learn more about the lifecycle of the amazing saguaros in our Sonoran desert.
This 3 hour, 16 mile ride is rated Intermediate and riders need to have good cardio. Pace will be on the slower and easier side.
This is a FREE EVENT offered by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Space is limited! To join this event:
- Please click ATTEND on this event in Meetup
- You must also sign up on the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy website, here is the link. https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/event/ride-to-the-crested-saguaros-and-lifecycle-of-saguaros-3/
A bike with wide knobby tires is required. Please, no road bikes, hybrids, or folding bikes. Please check the working order of your bike before you leave home. Helmets required. Bring water and snacks. There are restrooms at the trailhead. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start.
Timing:
8:45am arrive Browns Alma School trailhead
9:00am be ready to ride. Meet in front of the visitor buildings.
NOTE THAT E-BIKES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN BROWNS RANCH. The City of Scottsdale allows e-bikes in Browns only with a city-issued permit. Anyone on an e-bike must have a city-issued sticker on the bike. You are expected to ride at the group speed and be cautious about passing or encountering others on the trails.
Bring 2-3 liters of water, spare tubes and tools plus energy snacks. Always smart to have a mapping app like Trailforks in case you get separated from the group.
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