Upcoming Geography Field Trips
Saturday, October 8: 8-11 am- South Mountain Park
Join us on a 3 mile hike as we explore the physical characteristics of South Mountain Park, including rocks types, precipitation runoff patterns, plant and animal life. Urban sprawl will also be observed and discussed. Trip Leader: Steve Bass
Various days in late October and early November- Salt River Channel and Rio Salado
Join us as we explore flood control along the Salt River channel in Phoenix and Tempe. Contact trip leaders for specific dates and times.
Trip Leaders: Steve Bass, Karen Blevins, Michelle Pulich Stewart
Saturday, November 5: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm: Verde Canyon Railroad
The Verde Canyon is often called “Arizona's other Grand Canyon”. Enjoy spectacular canyon scenery on a train trip that offers fall foliage and hundreds of migratory birds, such as the majestic bald eagle. Trip Leader: Karen Blevins
Saturday, November 5: Gila River Huhugam Heritage Center
Join us as we visit the ethnobotanical garden at this innovative and unique Center, opened recently by the Gila River Indian Community. Topics discussed will include human-land interactions, vegetation, erosion, and the mountain ranges near the Center. $5 admission.
Trip Leader: Michelle Pulich Stewart
Saturday-Sunday, November 12-13: Grand Canyon
If you are physically fit, join us on a very challenging 12.5 mile hike to Plateau Point in the Grand Canyon. This hike descends approximately 3200 feet into the Canyon, providing a breathtaking view of the Colorado River.
Trip Leader: Niccole Villa Cerveny
Saturday, December 3: 8:00 am- 1:00 pm: Camelback Mountain
Join us for a challenging hike up Camelback Mountain, with stops to discuss precipitation runoff, rock structure, weathering & erosion, and vegetation. This trip promises a solid workout with great views of the city and of Phoenix's infamous “brown cloud”.
Trip Leader: Steve Bass
Trip Leaders
Steve Bass (480) 461-7075 bass@mail.mc.maricopa.edu
Karen Blevins (480) 461-7358 kevins@mail.mc.maricopa.edu
Niccole Villa Cerveny (480) 654-7728 ncerveny@mail.mcmaricopa.edu
Michelle Pulich Stewart (480) 461-7060 pulichstewart@mail.mc.maricopa.edu