The Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills has reminders for people getting out to hike.

As the weather warms up be sure to have plenty of water and use sunscreen.

Warmer temperatures also mean that rattlesnakes will be more active. Be alert and be careful where hands and feet are placed on the trail and nearby rocks and bushes. Also, dogs must be on a leash for their safety.

Visit scfh.org for more information and desert outdoor tips.

Here is a quick rundown of what is on the schedule for organized activities through the end of April.

*First Quarter Moon Stargazing Hike, Thursday, March 14.

*Exercise Pace Hike Dixie Mine to Windmill, Thursday, March 14.

*Surviving with Plants in the Sonoran Desert, Saturday, March 16.

*Easy Pace Hike at Sunrise: North Leg Trail, Wednesday, March 20.

*Spanish Ruins – Payson, Friday, March 22.

*Wild Horses Photography with a mobile phone, Wednesday, March 27.

*Intro to Plants of the FHDBG, Wednesday, April 3.

*Exploring the Arizona Trail-Bushnell Tanks, Thursday, April 4.

*Easy Pace Hike at Sunrise: Andrews-Kinsey Trail, Wednesday, April 17.

*Birds Early Evening, Thursday, April 25.

*Moonless Stargazing Hike, Monday, April 29.

For details regarding these organized activities and registration visit scfh.org/events.

The Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden (FHDBG) has launched its first website with lots of information for gardeners, bird watchers, historians and anyone interested in nature. Visit fhdbg.org.

The FHDBG is located at 11300 Fountain Hills Blvd. There is no admission and area is open from sunrise to sunset.