Is there a mountain lion on the prowl at a popular Gilbert park? There have been seven reported sightings of a big cat at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch on the corner of Greenfield and Guadalupe roads.

The Riparian Preserve gives people a chance to experience nature right here in the Valley.

There are all kinds of birds, lizards, butterflies, but is there really a mountain lion or is it the Valley's version of Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster?

Bears and bobcats have all come to town a time or two, but Sheryl Mendenhall and baby Mathew join a lot of others at Gilbert's Riparian Preserve Water Park for a day outdoors.

Along with the birds and flowers and those trying to catch a big one, there have been seven reports saying a mountain lion is hanging around as well.

While there are some nice places to hide, the Arizona Game and Fish Department came looking for a mountain lion.

Those who love to bird watch and stretch their legs agree, the mountain lion is in the same category as Bigfoot or the Loch Ness monster.