

Desert Defender January Removals
Event Description
Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. Join the Desert Defenders program to help us find and remove these plants.
This invasive species pulling event will focus on removal plants by pulling, bagging and disposing. For this event the species of focus will be Sahara mustard, London rocket, and Stinknet. Please bring gloves if possible. Dress appropriately for working around desert plants.
Registration required. Please check-in at the park’s Nature Center. Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Dept. adheres to state COVID-19 protocols including wearing a masks, social distancing and other safety protocols.
Do I need to Register?
Yes! This event is free but please register through our partner’s website.
Things You’ll Need
Close-toed shoes
Sunscreen
Smartphone
Water
Sunglasses
Snacks
Event Partners
CAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.




