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March Saguaro Census Calendar

4.Mar.2010 | Posted by stevesingkofer Filed in: SNP

The Census plots chosen this month vary from easy to difficult – see the plot descriptions below.  Because some are more challenging, please sign up for the Census plots you feel comfortable doing.  Please RSVP for each event at least a few days before.  Note that we will be meeting at 8 AM during March.  More...

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Saguaro National Park Fiesta De Saguaro

22.Feb.2010 | Posted by Jim Terlep Filed in: SNP

SAGUARO NATIONAL PARK ANNUAL FIESTA DE SAGUARO.pdf 

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Saguaro National Park Trail Changes

8.Feb.2010 | Posted by Jim Terlep Filed in: SNP

Saguaro National Park East-Trail Changes.pdf

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Did You Know?

15.Jan.2010 | Posted by Admin Filed in: SNP

 

Did You Know?
Saguaro National Park is more than just a desert park. In fact, the highest point in the eastern district is Mica Mountain at 8,666. There you will find a dense forest of Ponderosa Pine, Douglas Fir, Alligator Juniper, and Aspen.

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January Programs at Saguaro National Park

15.Jan.2010 | Posted by Admin Filed in: SNP

10-11_January_Interpretive_Programs_Corrected_09.pdf

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Saguaro National Park News Release

27.Jul.2009 | Posted by Admin Filed in: SNP

Buffelgrass_Herbicide_Use.pdf

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Mohave Rattlesnake (Crotalus scutulatus)

29.Mar.2009 | Posted by Admin Filed in: SNP

Unlike many rattlesnake species which hibernate in large groups, the Mohave hibernates alone or in groups of only two or three individuals.  Though somewhat difficult to tell apart from the western diamond-backed rattlesnake, mohaves are slightly greenish in coloration, and their tail bands have thick white bands with narrower black bands.  The venom of the Mohave rattlesnake is a potent blend of hemotoxins (break down cells and tissues) and neurotoxins (affect the nervous system, cause heart failure and/or respiratory paralysis) and is extremely dangerous.

 

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Did You Know?

19.Mar.2009 | Posted by Admin Filed in: SNP

 

Gila monsters are one of two venomous lizards in the world. The other is the similar Mexican beaded lizard. Gila monster venom evolved as a defensive rather than offensive weapon. 

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The Saguaro Wilderness Area

19.Mar.2009 | Posted by Admin Filed in: SNP

 

Saguaro Wilderness Area-2.pdf 

 

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Rattlesnakes

19.Mar.2009 | Posted by Admin Filed in: SNP

Did You Know?
Six species of rattlesnakes call the Tucson area their home. They arethe Western Diamondback, Tiger, Northern Black-tailed, Mojave,Sidewinder and Arizona Black Rattlesnakes.

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Calling All Cactus Forest Hikers

1.Mar.2009 | Posted by Admin Filed in: SNP

Earn an event towards your SAHC trail keeper patch!  
Saguaro National Park (SNP) has requested the public's help in sprucing up trails in the Cactus Forest on Feb 7 and Feb 21.  We'll be brushing, which means pruning back plants which have grown over the trail, and hiding the puned-off parts.  Some berm removal may be available for advanced volunteers who enjoy moving dirt.  Learn how to brush trail, what the different requirements are for horse trail vs. hiking-only trail.  There should also be opportunity to hear about strategy for laying out sustainable trail, and to meet some of the really nice people on the SNP trail crew whose work keeps us hiking.       
 
SNP also is thinking of making a "how to" video for volunteers, so if you ever wanted to be in a National Park Service video, this could be your chance.  SNP will provide tools, transportation to the work site, snacks afterwards.  
 
When:  Saturday Feb 7, arrive at 9am, work until about 2pm 
Where: Saguaro National Park - East's visitor center, 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail. 
What:  Bring your work gloves.  Bring your lunch, several bottles cold water, hat, sunscreen.  Long sleeves, long pants and sturdy shoes recommended.  
 
Volunteer days are planned for Saguaro National Park West on March 7 and March 21.

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