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Bottled water no longer for sale in Saguaro National Park
Water bottle filling stations have been installed at both visitor centers and the Rincon Mountain District bike ramada for visitors to refill their reusable water bottles. A variety of BPA-free waterbottles are available inside the visitor centers. More »
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High Desert Temperatures
Desert temps are over 100 degrees with extremely low humidity. Drink water before you hit the trails, and during your hike drink a quart of water per hour and some form of electrolytes to replace minerals your body needs. Wear a hat and sunscreen. More »
American Indian Heritage Cultural Fair
NPS PHOTO Native American craft demonstrators, dancers, musicians, and speakers will gather again at Saguaro National Park for the Tenth Annual American Indian Heritage Cultural Fair. The Fair takes place on Saturday November 6th, 2010 at the Tucson Mountain District (Saguaro West), 2700 N. Kinney Road, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Artisans from several Arizona native Nations will display their craftworks, share American Indian dances, and give insights into Southwestern native cultures. November is recognized as National American Indian Heritage Month, by virtue of a Presidential Proclamation. American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians are a special part of the tapestry of our Nation's history. As keepers of a rich and ancient cultural heritage, American Indians share with all of us the beauty of their art, power of song and grace of their people. The park visitor center area will be filled with craft displays and demonstrations throughout the fair day. Some artisans will have crafts of their own making available for sale. Speakers and dancers from Arizona tribes will perform traditional dances and discuss various aspects of their culture throughout the day. A guided tour will be lead by one of the Tohono O'odham Tribal member to one of the petroglyph sites. A special children's activities area will feature craft activities and demonstrations from 9:00 – 5:00. Traditional food will be available for purchase. Park entrance fees will be waived for this special event. Saguaro's annual American Indian Cultural Fair is sponsored by the National Park Service, with financial support provided by the Friends of Saguaro National Park and the Western National Parks Association. For additional information contact the Tucson Mountain District Visitor Center at 520-733-5158. |
Did You Know?
Six species of rattlesnakes call the Tucson area their home. They are the Western Diamondback, Tiger, Northern Black-tailed, Mojave, Sidewinder and Arizona Black Rattlesnakes.