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SUMMARY:World Water Day - Outreach Tabling Event
DESCRIPTION:CSDP will be at the World Water Day event hosted by Alianza Indigena Sin Fronteras / Indigenous Alliance Without Borders on Saturday March 23rd. This fun family-friendly festival-style event is free and open to the public\, and focuses on water conservation\, reclamation\, and rights of water. There will be speakers\, raffles\, cultural performances\, music\, vendors\, and food. \nWe would love to have your help at our educational booth\, any time between 10am – 6pm\, and/or including set up and take down. Jessica will provide on-site training as needed. We will bring shade and seating. Volunteers will receive a free CSDP t-shirt! \n 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/world-water-day-outreach-tabling-event/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240329T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20231130T223439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T163852Z
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SUMMARY:Desert Fence Busters
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE \nGet your work gloves and wire cutters ready! We’ll be working on removing stretches of outdated and dangerous barbed wire fencing in Avra Valley. \nOrganizers will provide coffee and donuts/bagels in the morning and snacks\, water\, and Gatorade during breaks. Camping optional at this event.  \nREGISTER TODAY at the Arizona Game and Fish website.  \nHOW TO SIGN UP:  You will need to create an account with the Arizona Game and Fish volunteer portal (if you don’t have one already) and then sign up for this specific event.  \n1. After navigating to the event sign-up page\, click the “Respond” button in the top right corner. \n2. Click “Sign Up” to create an account and follow the required steps.  \n3. Once your account is created\, including signing the volunteer registration form\, you will be sent back to the main sign-up page. Scroll down below the photo to the section titled “Shifts.”  \n4. Click the “Respond Individually” button and sign up for the shift listed for this date.  \n  \nWant to learn more about the Desert Fence Busters? Head over to our website for a recap of our events so far\, including photo slideshows.
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/desert-fence-busters-8/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240406T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20230829T161943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T162527Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration Day
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to become a part of the Desert Wildlife Crossing Crew and help us create and maintain native habitat on the Oracle Road Wildlife crossings! \nThis project will include removing invasive species\, enhancing wildlife habitat by planting native plants and seed mixes\, and watering plants. Habitat Restoration Days will be held once a month for 12 months. \nRSVP online here!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/habitat-restoration-day-8/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240413T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240129T191225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T230209Z
UID:8882-1712995200-1713002400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Oracle Road Highway Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Get your grabbers ready – highway cleanups are back! We are excited to return to our regular highway cleanups near the Oracle Road wildlife crossings.  \nWe’ll be meeting at our regular spot near the corner of Oracle Road and E. Vistoso Commerce Loop Rd. near the south end of our cleanup area (see MAP here). Gloves\, safety vests\, snacks and drinks\, trash bags\, and pick-up sticks (grabbers) are provided. You’re welcome to join us for as long as you like. \nPlease RSVP here: Volunteer – Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection \n -> Look through our opportunities and select the next Highway Cleanup scheduled.  \nPlease email Jessica Moreno at jessica.moreno@sonorandesert.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/oracle-road-highway-cleanup-9/
CATEGORIES:Highway Cleanup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20230829T162101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T162512Z
UID:8241-1714723200-1714737600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration Day
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to become a part of the Desert Wildlife Crossing Crew and help us create and maintain native habitat on the Oracle Road Wildlife crossings! \nThis project will include removing invasive species\, enhancing wildlife habitat by planting native plants and seed mixes\, and watering plants. Habitat Restoration Days will be held once a month for 12 months. \nRSVP online here!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/habitat-restoration-day-9/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240424T161320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T185411Z
UID:9297-1714730400-1714734000@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Catalina State Park Sign Dedication: Recognizing citizen founders.
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, 3 May 2024 at 10 a.m. a new sign will be dedicated honoring the local individuals who were\ninstrumental in the creation of Catalina State Park. In 1983\, Catalina State Park officially opened as an\noasis of riparian splendor centered around Cañada del Oro and Sutherland washes\, and enjoyed by\nthousands every year. \nThis dedication will acknowledge the local community members who worked hard to make the Park a reality and who have not been recognized until now. \nWhen you come to the Park on May 3\, tell the staff person at the gate that you are going to the\ndedication and you will be able to drive into the Park without paying the entry fee. \nFor more details contact Gayle Hartmann\nGaylehartmann4@gmail.com; Tel. 520-325-6974
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/catalina-state-park-sign-dedication-recognizing-citizen-founders/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20230829T162146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T162454Z
UID:8242-1717228800-1717243200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration Day
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to become a part of the Desert Wildlife Crossing Crew and help us create and maintain native habitat on the Oracle Road Wildlife crossings! \nThis project will include removing invasive species\, enhancing wildlife habitat by planting native plants and seed mixes\, and watering plants. Habitat Restoration Days will be held once a month for 12 months. \nRSVP online here!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/habitat-restoration-day-10/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240712T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240712T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20230829T162238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T182043Z
UID:8243-1720767600-1720778400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration Day
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to become a part of the Desert Wildlife Crossing Crew and help us create and maintain native habitat on the Oracle Road Wildlife crossings! \nThis project will include removing invasive species\, enhancing wildlife habitat by planting native plants and seed mixes\, and watering plants. Habitat Restoration Days will be held once a month for 12 months. \nRSVP online here!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/habitat-restoration-day-11/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240801T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240716T012003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T235430Z
UID:9471-1722506400-1722510000@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Cactus Coworkers Virtual Volunteer Check In
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for new program updates with Conservation Science Director Jessica Moreno\, and the chance to chat and ask questions about our volunteer projects. \nRSVP here.
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/cactus-coworkers-volunteer-check-in/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Orientation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno%2C CSDP":MAILTO:jessica.moreno@sonorandesert.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240803T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240803T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20230829T162330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T171305Z
UID:8244-1722668400-1722679200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration Day
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to become a part of the Desert Wildlife Crossing Crew and help us create and maintain native habitat on the Oracle Road Wildlife crossings! \nThis project will include removing invasive species\, enhancing wildlife habitat by planting native plants and seed mixes\, and watering plants. Today we will be partnering with Bat Conservation International and Strategic Habitat Enhancements to plant native agaves for nectar-feeding bats.  \nRSVP online here!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/habitat-restoration-day-12/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240825T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240730T230805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T230830Z
UID:9519-1724572800-1724580000@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Seedballs for Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get your hands dirty for conservation?\nCome help us make seedballs! Made with a mixture of clay\, soil\, water and native seeds\, seedballs are a great habitat restoration tool. They keep seeds protected and in place with a perfect packet of nutrients so they are ready to sprout when it rains. \nJoin us for a morning of fun in the Event Garden at the Reid Park Zoo with Strategic Habitat Enhancements and Coalition staff! We will be making seedballs to restore habitat for pollinators and wildlife on the Oracle Road Wildlife Bridge in Oro Valley\, and learning about our native Sonoran Desert plants. \nYou can even take a seedball home\, and watch it grow! This is a great event for the whole family. We hope you can make it!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/seedballs-for-wildlife/
LOCATION:Reid Park Zoo
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T090000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240129T191448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T184220Z
UID:8884-1726902000-1726909200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Oracle Road Highway Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Get your grabbers ready – highway cleanups are back! We are excited to return to our regular highway cleanups near the Oracle Road wildlife crossings.  \nWe’ll be meeting at our regular spot near the corner of Oracle Road and E. Vistoso Commerce Loop Rd. near the south end of our cleanup area (see MAP here). Gloves\, safety vests\, snacks and drinks\, trash bags\, and pick-up sticks (grabbers) are provided. You’re welcome to join us for as long as you like. \nPlease RSVP here: Volunteer – Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection \n -> Look through our opportunities and select the next Highway Cleanup scheduled.  \nPlease email Jessica Moreno at jessica.moreno@sonorandesert.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/oracle-road-highway-cleanup-11/
CATEGORIES:Highway Cleanup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240821T215755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T220225Z
UID:9609-1728720000-1728734400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration Day
DESCRIPTION:We’re back at the wildlife crossings and more ready than ever! For this Habitat Restoration Day\, we’ll be splitting into teams. One team will be working to create habitat on the old access road near the wildlife crossing bridge\, with native plant specialist\, Carianne Funicelli from Strategic Habitat Enhancements\, and the other will survey the wildlife fencing for damage\, remove invasive species and remove trash. Coffee\, bagels and snacks will be provided. Please bring a reusable mug and water bottle. We hope you can join us!\n \n(RSVP link coming soon. Stay tuned!)
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/habitat-restoration-day-13/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240821T225021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T225046Z
UID:9616-1730019600-1730041200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Cyclovia Fall 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Coalition will be tabling at Cyclovia again this year! We hope you enjoy this new route through downtown Tucson and can stop by to say hi! More details coming soon. \nCyclovia (cycloviatucson.org)
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/cyclovia-fall-2024/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240821T220738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T233256Z
UID:9612-1730419200-1730505599@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Desert Fence Busters
DESCRIPTION:Interested in the Desert Fence Busters but don’t know where to start? If you enjoy getting out with others to take down obsolete fencing that is impeding safe wildlife movement across the landscape\, this event is for you!\n \nJoin the Desert Fence Busters for a training day on November 1st\, 2024. Here you’ll learn the basics and get hands on experience removing outdated fences that have got to go. This is a great opportunity for those who want to get out for just a few hours\, or those that are new to this kind of work.\n \nRSVP HERE: 2024-2025 Desert Fence Buster Efforts | Arizona Game and Fish Department (azgfd.gov)\n \nWant to learn more about the Desert Fence Busters in general? Check out this summary of their accomplishments since 2021: Desert Fence Busters – Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/desert-fence-busters-save-the-date/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20241108T202748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T005150Z
UID:9143-1732179600-1732190400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Mailing Party!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all mailing party volunteers!  \nJoin us for an in-person mailing party to put together our fall fundraising letters. We need all the help we can get addressing and stuffing envelopes.  \nWHEN: Thursday\, November 21st\, 9am-12pm. Stay for however long works for you!  \nWHERE: The Historic Y Courtyard\, 738 N. 5th Avenue \nPARKING: Parking is free on the 5th Avenue block to the west of The Historic Y building. If you are entering from 5th Avenue\, turn left from the lobby and then exit into the courtyard to the right at the end of the hall. You can also enter directly into the courtyard from the University Blvd. side of the building next to the Tucson Audubon Nature Shop.  \nMORE DETAILS: We will have fun tunes\, free snacks and coffee\, good vibes\, and the company of others who love the Sonoran Desert.  \nPlease RSVP HERE – We can’t wait to see you on November 21st! 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/mailing-party-6/
CATEGORIES:Mailing Party
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241124
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240821T221327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T174422Z
UID:9614-1732233600-1732406399@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Desert Fence Busters
DESCRIPTION:The Desert Fence Busters are back and ready for action! \nGet your gloves and wire cutters ready! We’ll be working on removing stretches of outdated and dangerous barbed wire fencing in Avra Valley. \n This is a two-day event: November 22nd & 23rd – 7:30am-3:30pm. \n Organizers will provide coffee and donuts/bagels in the morning and snacks\, water\, and Gatorade during breaks.  \n\nYou can sign up today at the Arizona Game and Fish Department website: https://volunteer.azgfd.gov/need/detail/?need_id=990211&blm_aid=18432 \n\nHOW TO SIGN UP:  You will need to create an account with the Arizona Game and Fish volunteer portal (if you don’t have one already) and then sign up for this specific event.  \n1. After navigating to the event sign-up page\, click the “Respond” button in the top right corner. \n2. Click “Sign Up” to create an account and follow the required steps.  \n3. Once your account is created\, including signing the volunteer registration form\, you will be sent back to the main sign-up page. Scroll down below the photo to the section titled “Shifts.”  \n4. Click the “Respond Individually” button and sign up for the event.  \n\nWant to learn more about the Desert Fence Busters in general? Check out this summary of their accomplishments since 2021: Desert Fence Busters – Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/desert-fence-busters-save-the-date-3/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240129T191635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T170241Z
UID:8886-1734163200-1734170400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Oracle Road highway cleanup and buffelgrass pull
DESCRIPTION:Get your grabbers ready – highway cleanups are back! We are excited to return to our regular highway cleanups near the Oracle Road wildlife crossings. This time\, we’ll also be pulling buffelgrass along the route! We will split into teams and assign you to either pick up trash or pull buffelgrass. Teams are flexible\, please let us know if you have a preference for picking up trash or pulling buffelgrass. \nWe’ll be meeting at our regular spot near the corner of Oracle Road and E. Vistoso Commerce Loop Rd. near the south end of our cleanup area (see MAP here). Gloves\, safety vests\, rock picks\, snacks and water\, trash bags\, and pick-up sticks (grabbers) are provided. You’re welcome to join us for as long as you like! Please bring a refillable water bottle.  \nPlease RSVP here: https://app.initlive.com:443/JE/qb1afad5t1wihs \nPlease email Jessica Moreno at jessica.moreno@sonorandesert.org with any questions. \nPhysical requirements: Frequent bending and kneeling\, walking in the sun for prolonged periods\, walking on potentially uneven surfaces. Due to safety and ADOT regulations\, volunteers must be 12 years or older.  \nThis project is funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area. Thank you!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/oracle-road-highway-cleanup-13/
CATEGORIES:Highway Cleanup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250106T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20241218T172751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T152313Z
UID:10289-1736154000-1736157600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Public forum: Wildlife crossings and the RTA Next draft budget
DESCRIPTION:Start your new year on a positive note by joining our community in an informative discussion on the region’s wildlife crossings\, our future crossing plans and how to advocate for them. \nThe Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection is hosting a public forum on the importance of wildlife crossings\, Pima County’s Regional Transportation Authority’s 20-year draft plan (RTA Next)\, and how to comment in support of an appropriate budget for wildlife linkages. \nWe’re gathering on the 6th with just a couple of days left for the public to comment on the RTA Next draft plan (public comment ends on January 8\, 2025). Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard! \nYou will hear from Kate Hotten\, our Co-Executive Director\, and Jessica Moreno\, our Conservation Science Director. We will have coffee! \nDoors open at 8:30 am\, and we’ll begin at 9:00 am.  \nRSVP to admin@sonorandesert.org for a virtual meeting link\, or just show up! And give us a call at 520 388 9925 if you need directions.
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/public-forum-wildlife-crossings-and-the-rta-next-draft-budget/
LOCATION:Historic Y Conference Room\, 738 N. 5th Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="CSDP":MAILTO:admin@sonorandesert.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20240821T220018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T194202Z
UID:9610-1736496000-1736510400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration Days
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first Erosion Control workshop at the Oracle Road wildlife crossings! Restoration & Invasive Species Program Manager\, Kelsey Landreville\, from Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources; and native plant specialist\, Carianne Funicelli\, from Strategic Habitat Enhancements will be joining us and leading these workshops. Together we’ll learn how to identify erosion\, what causes it and how it can affect the landscape\, and the strategies used to remediate it! \nCoffee\, bagels and snacks will be provided. Please bring a reusable mug and water bottle. We hope you can join us! \n1/10/25: 8:00am-12:00pm RSVP here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/lmhwx9ll21ohtz \nThis project is funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area. Thank you!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/habitat-restoration-day-14/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250118T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250109T234229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T234639Z
UID:10336-1737185400-1737216000@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Desert Fence Busters
DESCRIPTION:Get your gloves and wire cutters ready! We’ll be working on removing stretches of outdated and dangerous barbed wire fencing with the Desert Fence Busters.  \nOrganizers will provide coffee and donuts/bagels in the morning and snacks\, water\, and Gatorade during breaks.  \n\nYou can sign up today and learn more information at the Arizona Game and Fish Department website: https://volunteer.azgfd.gov/need/detail/?need_id=990211&blm_aid=18432 \n\nHOW TO SIGN UP:  You will need to create an account with the Arizona Game and Fish volunteer portal (if you don’t have one already) and then sign up for this specific event.  \n1. After navigating to the event sign-up page\, click the “Respond” button in the top right corner. \n2. Click “Sign Up” to create an account and follow the required steps.  \n3. Once your account is created\, including signing the volunteer registration form\, you will be sent back to the main sign-up page. Scroll down below the photo to the section titled “Shifts.”  \n4. Click the “Respond Individually” button and sign up for the event.  \nFor folks that have not participated in one of our Desert Fence Buster Fence Removal days before\, we encourage you to check out this orientation step through the process: DESERT FENCE BUSTERS. This is not a pre-requisite to participate\, but it is helpful context on what to expect from these events. \n\nWant to learn more about the Desert Fence Busters in general? Check out this summary of their accomplishments since 2021: Desert Fence Busters – Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/desert-fence-busters-9/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250124T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250109T234316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T235917Z
UID:10337-1737703800-1737734400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Desert Fence Busters
DESCRIPTION:Get your gloves and wire cutters ready! We’ll be working on removing stretches of outdated and dangerous barbed wire fencing with the Desert Fence Busters. \nOrganizers will provide coffee and donuts/bagels in the morning and snacks\, water\, and Gatorade during breaks.  \n\nYou can sign up today and learn more information at the Arizona Game and Fish Department website: https://volunteer.azgfd.gov/need/detail/?need_id=990211&blm_aid=18432 \n\nHOW TO SIGN UP:  You will need to create an account with the Arizona Game and Fish volunteer portal (if you don’t have one already) and then sign up for this specific event.  \n1. After navigating to the event sign-up page\, click the “Respond” button in the top right corner. \n2. Click “Sign Up” to create an account and follow the required steps.  \n3. Once your account is created\, including signing the volunteer registration form\, you will be sent back to the main sign-up page. Scroll down below the photo to the section titled “Shifts.”  \n4. Click the “Respond Individually” button and sign up for the event.  \nFor folks that have not participated in one of our Desert Fence Buster Fence Removal days before\, we encourage you to check out this orientation step through the process: DESERT FENCE BUSTERS. This is not a pre-requisite to participate\, but it is helpful context on what to expect from these events. \n\nWant to learn more about the Desert Fence Busters in general? Check out this summary of their accomplishments since 2021: Desert Fence Busters – Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/desert-fence-busters-10/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250212T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20241119T180015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T212054Z
UID:10214-1739349000-1739368800@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Environmental Day at the Arizona Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Time to Act! Extreme Heat and Climate Justice. Environmental Day at the Capitol 2025 \nPlease join Sierra Club\, Chispa Arizona\, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection\, AZ AANHPI for Equity\, and many other groups for our annual lobby day at the Arizona Capitol. Meet with your legislators\, hear from great speakers\, and connect with others who are doing advocacy work both inside and outside the Arizona Legislature. \nDate and Time:\nWed\, Feb 12\, 2025; 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM  (Mountain) \nLocation: Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza\, 1700 W Washington St\, Phoenix\, AZ 85007\, USA \nOrganized By: Grand Canyon Chapter \nPlease RSVP here: Environmental Day at the Capitol 2025 \nThis is a free event and there will be tamales provided! Please reach out to Sandy Barr for any questions. \nSandy Bahr\nsandy.bahr@sierraclub.org\n(602) 999-5790
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/environmental-day-at-the-arizona-capitol/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250214T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250109T234448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T231059Z
UID:10338-1739518200-1739539800@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Desert Fence Busters
DESCRIPTION:Get your gloves and wire cutters ready! We’ll be working on removing stretches of outdated and dangerous barbed wire fencing with the Desert Fence Busters. \nOrganizers will provide all the necessary tools as well as coffee\, snacks\, water\, and Gatorade during breaks. Please bring a re-useable water bottle and coffee cup. \n\nYou can sign up today and learn more information at the Arizona Game and Fish Department website. \n\nHOW TO SIGN UP:  You will need to create an account with the Arizona Game and Fish volunteer portal (if you don’t have one already) and then sign up for this specific event.  \n1. After navigating to the event sign-up page\, click the “Respond” button in the top right corner. \n2. Click “Sign Up” to create an account and follow the required steps.  \n3. Once your account is created\, including signing the volunteer registration form\, you will be sent back to the main sign-up page. Scroll down below the photo to the section titled “Shifts.”  \n4. Click the “Respond Individually” button and sign up for the event.  \n*Please Note* Due to logistical constraints\, this Desert Fence Busters event is being hosted by Pima County instead of Arizona Game and Fish Department.  Sign-ups will be hosted on the AZGFD website for simplicity\, but it should be noted that participation in this event will be as Pima County volunteers\, rather than as AZGFD volunteers.  \nFor folks that have not participated in one of our Desert Fence Buster Fence Removal days before\, we encourage you to check out this orientation step through the process: DESERT FENCE BUSTERS. This is not a pre-requisite to participate\, but it is helpful context on what to expect from these events. \n\nWant to learn more about the Desert Fence Busters in general? Check out this summary of their accomplishments since 2021: Desert Fence Busters – Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/desert-fence-busters-11/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250215T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250215T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250109T235843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T231108Z
UID:10340-1739604600-1739626200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Desert Fence Busters
DESCRIPTION:Get your gloves and wire cutters ready! We’ll be working on removing stretches of outdated and dangerous barbed wire fencing with the Desert Fence Busters. \nOrganizers will provide all the necessary tools as well as coffee\, snacks\, water\, and Gatorade during breaks. Please bring a re-useable water bottle and coffee cup. \n\nYou can sign up today and learn more information at the Arizona Game and Fish Department website. \n\nHOW TO SIGN UP:  You will need to create an account with the Arizona Game and Fish volunteer portal (if you don’t have one already) and then sign up for this specific event.  \n1. After navigating to the event sign-up page\, click the “Respond” button in the top right corner. \n2. Click “Sign Up” to create an account and follow the required steps.  \n3. Once your account is created\, including signing the volunteer registration form\, you will be sent back to the main sign-up page. Scroll down below the photo to the section titled “Shifts.”  \n4. Click the “Respond Individually” button and sign up for the event.  \n*Please Note* Due to logistical constraints\, this Desert Fence Busters event is being hosted by Pima County instead of Arizona Game and Fish Department.  Sign-ups will be hosted on the AZGFD website for simplicity\, but it should be noted that participation in this event will be as Pima County volunteers\, rather than as AZGFD volunteers.  \nFor folks that have not participated in one of our Desert Fence Buster Fence Removal days before\, we encourage you to check out this orientation step through the process: DESERT FENCE BUSTERS. This is not a pre-requisite to participate\, but it is helpful context on what to expect from these events. \n\nWant to learn more about the Desert Fence Busters in general? Check out this summary of their accomplishments since 2021: Desert Fence Busters – Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection \n\n 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/desert-fence-busters-13/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250130T195604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T232416Z
UID:10445-1740744000-1740751200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Appreciation Potluck Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Volunteer Appreciation Potluck Lunch in the Historic Y Courtyard! \nCSDP will be providing tamales from Tucson Tamale Company and beverages. We invite you to bring a side dish or dessert to share! \nEat\, mingle\, and join fun optional activities including cornhole toss and tie-dye. Please bring an item to tie-dye! We will have CSDP T-shirts and merch available for sale. \nRSVP here and fill out your pot-luck preferences here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/2lol0dj4x0c0v6
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/volunteer-appreciation-potluck-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250301T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250130T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T233639Z
UID:10447-1740816000-1740823200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:March 1st Highway Clean-up on Oracle Road
DESCRIPTION:Help us collect trash along Oracle Rd near the wildlife crossing structures! Gloves\, safety vests\, snacks and drinks\, trash bags\, and pick-up sticks (grabbers) are provided. You’re welcome to join us for as long as you like. Please bring a re-useable water bottle. \nPhysical requirements: Frequent bending and kneeling\, walking in the sun for prolonged periods\, walking on potentially uneven surfaces. Due to safety and ADOT regulations\, volunteers must be 12 years or older. \nRSVP here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/ktvv0qb7dzqdjm
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/march-1st-highway-clean-up-on-oracle-road/
CATEGORIES:Highway Cleanup,Volunteer Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250306T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250218T164945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T202254Z
UID:10524-1741251600-1741255200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:March 6th Roadkill Survey talk and training
DESCRIPTION:Interested Volunteers should attend the In-Person or Virtual Training and Info Session:\n \nThursday March 6\, 2025 at 9am\nHistoric Y Conference Room\n300 E. University Blvd.\, Tucson\, AZ\n(Zoom link provided at sign up) \nRSVP Here.\nNo commitment is required to attend. \nGreat horned owl road mortality (c) AZGFD \nDesert Roadies go road cruising after sunset to look for animals\, alive or dead*\, on their assigned route. Each team collects data twice a month\, mid April through mid November\, for a total of 14 surveys. Survey dates are flexible\, but must occur at least 7 days apart\, and begin at least 30 minutes after sunset. A Team consists of a driver (Lead Observer) and a front passenger (Data Recorder). Lead Observers must be able to drive their own vehicle and be comfortable driving at night on roads at speeds of no more than 30 mph. \nWe are looking for volunteers who can commit to completing all 14 surveys for their assigned route. Volunteers with prior experience conducting scientific surveys using a GPS unit or smartphone app\, and skill in identifying Sonoran Desert wildlife species\, are strongly preferred. \nSurvey routes for this season occur near Ironwood National Monument\, Saguaro National Park West/Picture Rocks\, Picacho Peak/Oro Valley\, and Saguaro National Park East/ Colossal Cave.  \nWhile we are seeking out grant funding to help cover mileage reimbursements in the future\, currently we are relying on volunteers who can donate both their time and miles (unless someone wants to sponsor this year’s survey season… let us know!) \n*Although collecting information on roadkill is not for the faint of heart\, the data it provides is extremely valuable. We want to know where and when wildlife cross the road so that we can reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and protect healthy wildlife populations. And you will see plenty of live animals too! This study is a continuation of a long-term monitoring project lead by Dr. Brian Blais (read the published paper here).
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/desert-roadies-training-2025-roadkill-survey-season/
CATEGORIES:Desert Roadies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250205T211724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T174328Z
UID:10504-1742634000-1742655600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Monument - 25th Anniversary Celebration of Ironwood Forest National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the 25th anniversary of the proclamation that created the Ironwood Forest National Monument. \nMore details will be added here regarding the event and schedules as we have them. \nLocation: El Tiro Gliderport\, Marana\, Arizona\nAdmission: Free and open to the public. No reservations required.\nParking: Free. Signed lot within the Gliderport.\nFacilities: Port-a-potties\, hand washing stations\, and a food truck. \nCalling all CSDP volunteers! We are looking for some extra hands to help with tasks such as set-up and take-down for this event. If you are interested in lending a hand\, please RSVP to miked@ironwoodforest.org \nWe’re looking forward to celebrating with you!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/meet-the-monument-25th-anniversary-celebration-of-ironwood-forest-national-monument/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120719
CREATED:20250130T202721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T165223Z
UID:10449-1743148800-1743163200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:March 28th Erosion Control Rock-Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an erosion control rock-work day at the Oracle Road wildlife underpass! Take a tour with us to the wildlife crossings and learn the impacts that erosion can have on the landscape. There are areas of erosion at the underpass that we can help remediate with rock structures; we have all the rocks and tools needed for the job- but we need lots of hands! \nCoffee\, bagels and snacks will be provided. Please bring a re-usable water bottle and coffee cup. We hope you can join us! \nRSVP here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/69hnqaxf9pzlyn \nPhysical Requirements: Frequent bending and kneeling\, walking in the sun for prolonged periods\, walking on potentially uneven surfaces\, carrying small loads of rocks weighing 1-5lbs. \nThis project in funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area and in partnership with Strategic Habitat Enhancements – thank you!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/march-28th-habitat-restoration-day-save-the-date/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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