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Jan 9, 2021
Sat 8am to Noon
Location: Wild Burro Trailhead
Facility: Wild Burro Trailhead
Gender: Coed
Spaces: Closed
Registration Dates: Standard registration opens: Dec 1, 2020 8am
Last day for standard registration: Jan 8, 2021 5pm
Internet registration opens: Dec 1, 2020 8am
Last day for Internet registration: Jan 8, 2021 5pm

Description: 


Explore the spectacular Tortolita Mountains on a guided hike with our knowledgeable and safety-conscious guides. Guides will lead participants along well maintained trails while talking about the unique features and creatures of the Sonoran Desert. The Town of Marana Parks and Recreation Department offers this series of monthly hikes as way for participants to learn, burn calories, and meet other hikers in a beautiful outdoor setting. Each monthly hike varies in distance and elevation gain. Refer to monthly description (below) for hike specifics.


This is a BEYOND Event

Hike begins at 8 a.m. at the Wild Burro Trailhead is located within the Ritz Carlton Resort at 14810 North Secret Springs Drive, Marana, AZ. Register here or call 520-382-1950 for more information and to sign up by phone. Hikes are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.

January Hike theme "Discover Petroglyphs of the Tortolitas: We will be hiking out and back on the Wild Burro Trail 6 miles round trip with an elevation gain of 900 ft. (the Purple trail on the Tortolita Map). Come join us as we take a look back in time through our petroglyph tour.

REVISED POLICIES FOR PARTICIPANT
  • Feel Sick, Stay Home: If participant or member of household is feeling sick, do not attend.
  • Face Masks: Each participant must have a face mask on site. (use will be at instructor’s discretion)
  • Good Hygiene: Hand sanitizer or hand washing is required upon arrival each day. Reminder to sneeze or cough into the inside of elbow or tissue.
  • Reduced Crowd Sizes: Spectators may be limited to (1) one per participant. Spectators are encouraged to wear face mask.
ACTIONS TAKEN TO HELP LOWER COVID-19 RISK:
  • Increased Cleaning: Staff are implementing new cleaning protocols within our facilities and frequently touched equipment.
  • Reduced Physical Closeness: Instructors are eliminating contact between participants when possible by enrolling smaller class sizes removing unnecessary physical contact from program formats (yes, even high-fives or fist bumps are not allowed).
  • Promoting Good Hygiene: Hand sanitizer or hand washing stations required at start of program.
  • Using Face Masks: Coaches, Instructors, Parents, and Spectators are requested to wear cloth face coverings over their mouths and nose while at programs. (As a reminder, cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children younger than 2 years of age, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unable to remove the cover without assistance.)

Notes:
For your safety and comfort:
  • Wear suitable hiking boots.
  • Bring a snack and/or lunch (depending on length of hike).
  • Carry a minimum of 2 liters of water per person.
  • Apply and bring additional sunscreen.
  • Wear a hat.
  • Bring a walking stick if you desire.
Important Notes:
  • There are no restrooms or water stations on the trail.
  • Pets are not permitted.
  • Hikers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Hiking can be challenging; hikers should be aware of their physical abilities and that of their children.
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