Riparian Pollinators NQ

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Synopsis: 

Learn about the different kinds of pollinators that the desert and riparian forests host and how they are vital to several species and the environment.

Directions: 

The Riparian Institute is located on Greenfield and Guadalupe on the Southeast Corner next to the Water Ranch. After parking, locate the sign on west side of the lot and follow the directions on the Nature Quest.

Location

The Riparian Institute
2757 E. Guadalupe Road
Gilbert, AZ, 85234
Quest Clues: 

At the Start:

From the car lot you'll see an observatory,

In the shape of a big round dome,

To the left along the path is a story,

Of where the pollinators like to call home

Now it Begins:

Travel up the hill until you hear a sound,

Where water is streaming along,

To the right is Jupiter stuck in the ground,

Go left and you might hear a song

Desert Willow Walk:

Travel to the south to find a Fork,

And take a left at will,

Through the gate that looks like a stork,

You'll find more pollinators eating still

Harsh Marsh:

Around then bend along the marsh,

By the reeds you'll go,

The path may seem kind of harsh,

So it's time for a rest, no?

Wandering Ponder:

Past the water supply you'll a find a new path,

Where birds like to take a bath,

When you go left, ask for pardon,

Because you'll find the second butterfly garden

Nightly Walk:

Around the large bend you'll see some hawks,

Hanging on the gate as each person walks,

Even though they are birds that don't fly,

Come by at night to see a mammal in the sky

The Last Leg:

Maybe you think you're done,

But don't be hasty,

Keep walking and don't run,

Because there might be something tasty

End of the Beginning:

Now you think you're at the end,

And you'd be right,

You have conquered all the bends,

Now the beginning is in sight