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While most of the Valley is cozy in bed, park ranger Allyson Brennan is outside cleaning bathrooms, picking up trash and getting South Mountain ready for the day.
While most of the Valley is cozy in bed, park ranger Allyson Brennan is outside cleaning bathrooms, picking up trash and getting South Mountain ready for the day.
First aid supplies are organized in the Ranger's station. Rangers are able to spend more time on side projects during the summer months when heat keeps people from hiking as often.
Ranger Allyson Brennan inspects some vandalism in the ramada at Dobbins Lookout on the top of South Mountain on July 22. Brennan said the ramada gets a lot of vandalism, and that rangers often have to sandblast the stones
Ranger Allyson Brennan keeps her distance from a diamondback rattlesnake as she speaks to a nearby resident (unseen). A couple found the snake in their backyard and brought it to the park in a bucket.
Ranger Allyson Brennan keeps her distance from a diamondback rattlesnake as she speaks to a nearby resident (unseen). A couple found the snake in their backyard and brought it to the park in a bucket.
Rangers on South Mountain make sure they keep a protective cage around the writing of what could be Marcos de Niza, a Spanish missionary explorer from the early 1500s.
Rangers on South Mountain make sure they keep a protective cage around the writing of what could be Marcos de Niza, a Spanish missionary explorer from the early 1500s.
A view of downtown Phoenix from the Dobbins Lookout on top of South Mountain.
Ranger Allyson Brennan stands in front of some petroglypic art at the Pima Canyon trail head. Rangers believe the Hohokam created the rock art in before the mid-1450s.
Ranger Allyson Brennan stands in front of some petroglypic art at the Pima Canyon trail head. Rangers believe the Hohokam created the rock art in before the mid-1450s.
First aid supplies are organized in the Ranger's station. Rangers are able to spend more time on side projects during the summer months when heat keeps people from hiking as often.
A view of downtown Phoenix from the Dobbins Lookout on top of South Mountain.
Ranger Allyson Brennan inspects some vandalism in the ramada at Dobbins Lookout on the top of South Mountain on July 22. Brennan said the ramada gets a lot of vandalism, and that rangers often have to sandblast the stones
Yes, it's summer, and yes, it's best to stay indoors and stay hydrated. But with numerous heat warnings of late, Mesa park rangers are turning their attention to a segment of the population that doesn't have easy access to the basics most others take for granted.
Mesa park rangers Roy Nunnally, left, and John Goodie hand out bottled water to a man in a Mesa park. July 13, 2009.
Just how unsafe are Gilbert's parks? And how much of a difference would it make to deputize park rangers who currently maintain the grounds and interact with the public, but can't cite people who break park rules?
Queen Creek Park Ranger Supervisor Brad Greer is featured in the May edition of the National Recreation and Park Association's monthly magazine. He has been recognized for his "dedication to the mission and principles of parks and recreation," according to a town statement
Gilbert Town Council members will look at giving park rangers the authority to ticket rule breakers later this summer.
Tempe volunteers are needed to help patrol the city’s parks by foot, in marked cars and maybe even on bicycle, boats and horseback.
A Tempe park ranger rescued a dog Sunday that had been dumped and apparently left for dead in a trash bin — its mouth and legs bound with stereo wire, police said.
Experience the desert on horseback during this ranger-led sunset ride through San Tan Mountain Regional Park. Horses must be reserved through MD Ranch at (480) 331-7893. There is limited space.
All About Roadrunners: Everyone knows roadrunners can outsmart dumb coyotes named Wile E., but have you ever wondered what else they can do? Ranger B will fill you in on all the details at the regular Brown Bag series in the Nature Center at Usery Mountain Park. Following the hour-long discussion, attendees can watch the snake feedings and join the Animal Flashlight walk at 7:30 p.m.
McDowell Mountain Regional Park’s 10 Edible Plants Tour is popular due to its subject matter and the ease of the trail. Covering less than half a mile, the path is wheelchair-friendly.
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