The Coalition works to create a community where: ecosystem health is protected; nature and healthy wild animal populations are valued; and residents, visitors, and future generations can all drink clean water, breathe clean air, and find wild places to roam.

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We’re Hiring – Program & Outreach Associate - May 9, 2013

The Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection seeks a Program & Outreach Associate for its office located in Tucson, Arizona. The Program & Outreach Associate works collaboratively with Coalition staff, advisory committee members, member groups, and supporters to advance the mission and goals of the organization. Read on to learn more about the position.

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Desert Dreams Movie Event - May 8, 2013

Without narration or people, this unique film will let you experience our desert from the inside out. DESERT DREAMS premieres at the Fox Theatre, Sunday, May 19th, at 3 p.m. (doors open at 1pm). General admission tickets on sale now.

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Friends of the Desert #44 - April 17, 2013

In this issue: Too Many Houses – Too Close to the Park: Coalition Supporters Make a Difference for Catalina State Park; Safe Passages Coming in 2013: Wildlife Crossing Project Awarded Additional Funding; Collaborative History in Creating Catalina State Park; Discovery Through the Lens: Wildlife Monitoring a Great Experience; and more!

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Pima County’s Multi-Species Conservation Plan - January 11, 2013

After 13 tireless years and eight official drafts, Pima County’s long-awaited Multi-Species Conservation Plan has been published. The Coalition has written extensive comments on the MSCP, which are now available for review.

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Watch Cyanide Beach - December 19, 2012

What does a small town in Sardinia, Italy have in common with the pitched battle over the proposed Rosemont Copper mine in the Santa Rita Mountains south of Tucson? Watch Cyanide Beach to find out.

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Mich Coker

“I support the Coalition because it consistently produces great results against often-overwhelming odds.”

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