History Hike – Archaeology and History – Events
Learn about park and local history on guided hike with Ranger Nikki. Click program title for more details. Join Ranger Nikki on a 6-mile hike to learn about San Tan Park and local history, including prehistoric residents, mining and “Mountain Man” Mansel Carter. The route follows the Goldmine to Dynamite loop starting at the […]
First-Generation Student Tackles Poverty in Tucson: Jailyn Sloane, ’22
Jaylin Sloane Jalyn Sloan Graduating from Major Sociology Recipient of the Spring 2023 SBS Student Success Award, given to graduates who are the first generation of university students. Raised by her grandparents, Jaylyn is a first-generation student who graduates at age 27 after facing difficulties in earning her degree. Sociology professor Brian Mayer, who nominated […]
Pinal County sheriff weighs in on migrants journey through his county
Pinal County, Arizona (KGUN) — There are areas of dense wood and rock throughout Pinal County. In those areas, black spray-painted jugs, carpet shoes, and granola bar wrappers peek through the weeds and sand. called a spot. Sheriff Mark Lamb and his agents survey these areas daily, stopping traffic several times a day after immigrants […]
Creatures of the Night Walk (Registration Required, Limit 15 Participants) – Animals – Events
Join Ranger Steve for an evening hike on the park trails to find nocturnal wildlife! Click program title for more details. Join Ranger Steve for an evening trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! Wildlife seen on past walks have included snakes, bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, […]
