1. The Start:
Get out of your car and then walk even faster,
'Til you reach the ramada called the curve billed thrasher,
Don't rest here too long, the quest now begins,
You'll have time for that when this fun filled quest ends

For reflection:
Listen closely and see if you can hear the birds chirping. Arizona's desert landscapes are home to many different species of birds. Some of birds that call the Arizona desert home are Gambel's Quail, Gila Woodpecker, and the Burrowing Owl.

2. The Trek Begins:
Follow the path that leads east towards the hill,
'Til you find the sign with the fish called Bluegill,
Here's the next stop so now you must wait,
And reflect on this message before hearing your fate

For Reflection:
If you look towards the water you will see a grass like plant growing along the water's edge. This plant can only receive the water that it needs in this desert by growing near a water source.

3. Don't "fall" in the "water":
Follow the path, still east 'round the lake,
'Til you get to the water fall that curves like a snake
Enjoy the sweet sound of the babbling water
You best find some shade before it gets any hotter

For reflection:
Slow moving streams and small waterfalls like this one are usually home to many different insects. Some of the insects that are commonly found in places such as this are the blackfly, the caddisfly, the stonefly, and different water beetles. Try to find some of these insects around this feature.

4. Onto the Dirt:
Continue along the path 'round the lake,
'Til you get to the place for a restroom break,
You'll turn to the right where the path turns to dirt,
You'll have to watch your step so that you don't get hurt

For reflection:
If you look back towards the lake from the restrooms you will see two large saguaro cacti. This type of cactus is only found Arizona and very small parts of Mexico and California. The flowers that blossom on this type of cactus are the state flower of Arizona. There is also a state law that makes harming this type of cactus illegal. So be careful.

5. Tiny Bubbles:
Follow the path on the dirt where you came,
Take a right on the concrete to continue this game,
Stop at the place with the tables and shade,
Try to walk quickly so you won't be delayed

For reflection:
If you look out into the lake from here you should see places where bubbles are coming up. This is because there are air pumps that have to pump air into the pond to increase the oxygen in the water for the plants and fish and improve the overall water quality. This process is called water aeration.

6. Rocky Beach:
Continue your quest down the path that you know,
Enjoy all the sites, its ok to go slow
Before the path widens there's a small rocky beach,
Don't go into the water 'cuz there might be a leech

For reflection:
From here, look out into the water for ducks. Count how many different kinds of ducks you can see. The ducks with the green heads are called mallards.

7. Green Stairs:
Walk across the wide bridge, take the turn to the left,
You can run if you want, but don't run out of breathe,
To the right you can see the stairs made of grass,
Walk up to the top, you can sit down at last

For reflection:
Look at the top of the steps behind you and all around for the green trees. These trees are called mesquite trees. They can survive the harsh Arizona summers because their roots are extremely long so that they can reach many underground water supplies. The roots have been recorded as being up to 190 feet in length.

8. Finish:
Walk back down the steps and turn to the right,
Take the path towards the building that is in your sight,
Go inside the building to finish the quest,
The fun things inside it will teach you the rest