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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250412T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250321T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T192320Z
UID:10718-1744443000-1744473600@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 We’ll be working on removing stretches of outdated and dangerous barbed wire fencing with the Desert Fence Busters.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. We recommend you bring a lunch. \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-12/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250320T010132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T010132Z
UID:10715-1745485200-1745496000@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Mailing Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person mailing party to put together our spring fundraising letters. We need all the help we can get addressing and stuffing envelopes.  \nWHEN: Thursday\, March 24th\, 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!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/mailing-party-7/
CATEGORIES:Mailing Party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250328T212755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T162719Z
UID:10755-1745917200-1746118800@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Research Days - CSDP Presentation
DESCRIPTION:This FREE event\, is a venue for learning about research and conservation efforts while exploring the Santa Cruz River’s natural and cultural resources. \nThe Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection’s Conservation Science Director is giving a talk on April 30th\, and is the second speaker in the 8:30am – 12:30am session. \nTune in to learn about one of our major projects\, focusing on restoring landscape connectivity the Tucson-Tortolita Mountain Wildlife Linkage by building upon our past successes and working collaboratively with Pima County. \nJoin us in-person or virtual\nPima Community College\, Downtown Campus (New location this year!)\n1255 N. Stone Ave. Tucson\, AZ 85709 \nProgram Schedule:\nApril 29: presentations 1 p.m.-5 p.m.\nApril 30: presentations 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\nMay 1: field trip\, Tubac Nature Center Habitat Restoration Plan 9 a.m.-12p.m. (limited to 20 people)\nDetailed program coming April 7  \nFor more information and to RSVP\, visit: https://sonoraninstitute.org/events/scrrd-25/
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/santa-cruz-research-days-csdp-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250517T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250517T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250402T223700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T215903Z
UID:10772-1747465200-1747476000@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Highway-Cleanup on Oracle Road
DESCRIPTION:Help us collect trash along our adopted stretch of Oracle Rd near the wildlife crossing structures! This will be our last highway clean-up of the season as the summer heat is quickly approaching. 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. \nThis project is funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area. Thank you! \nRSVP here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/jlmkvjaznv5uyf
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/highway-cleanup/
CATEGORIES:Highway Cleanup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250519T090000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250503T001250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T001250Z
UID:10908-1747645200-1747645200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:"Big Wash Wildlife Corridor" interpretive signage unveiling
DESCRIPTION:Join CSDP and Oro Valley Mayor Joe Winfield for the official unveiling of our new “Big Wash Wildlife Corridor” interpretative signage installed at Big Wash Trailhead! 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/big-wash-wildlife-corridor-interpretive-signage-unveiling/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250501T192338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T225755Z
UID:10900-1747908000-1747911600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and chat: Share ideas for CSDP's next strategic plan
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to chat about the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection’s next strategic plan\, which we’re just starting to draft. \nOur very first plan was launched in 2020 after we officially became a 501(c)(3) following years of support and sponsorship from Sky Island Alliance. You can check out that plan here. It’s now time for an update to it! \nAll ideas are welcome — we want to hear from you on what you feel are strategic priorities for: \n\nThe desert in Southern Arizona;\nOur community and region\, as it continues to grow; and\nOur organization.\n\nWe’ll have a few prompts for you to consider\, too — just to help the ideas flow. \nGrab yourself a coffee\, tea\, and a snack and pull up a chair to chat. This is a casual chance to check in with the team and is open to all. If you haven’t met our Co-Executive Director Kate\, who joined last fall\, this is also a chance to share your story and views with her. \nOur team will be in the Cafe Passe courtyard from 10-11am. We hope to see you there! \nCan’t make it but have ideas? Email us at admin@sonorandesert.org. \n 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/coffee-and-chat-share-ideas-for-csdps-next-strategic-plan/
LOCATION:Cafe Passe\, 415 N 4th Ave\, Tucson\, 85705
CATEGORIES:Public advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="CSDP":MAILTO:admin@sonorandesert.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250528T193317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T205721Z
UID:11018-1748908800-1748995199@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Proclamations to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ironwood Forest National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate this milestone with us! The Pima County Board of Supervisors and the Marana Town Council will be holding proclamations to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ironwood Forest National Monument on June 3rd\, presented to the Friends of Ironwood Forest and the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection.  \nSave the date – more information coming soon! \nPIMA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS – The morning of June 3rd. \nLocation: Board of Supervisors Hearing Room \n>> Proclamation: File ID 18710 – PROC_IronwoodForestDay \nMARANA TOWN COUNCIL – The evening of June 3rd. \nLocation: Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/join-in-the-proclamations-to-celebrate-the-25th-anniversary-of-ironwood-forest-national-monument/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250607T090000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250528T191001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T223917Z
UID:11016-1749283200-1749286800@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Rally for public lands at Ironwood Forest National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the anniversary of the Antiquities Act and the 25th anniversary of Ironwood Forest National Monument with Friends of Ironwood Forest (FIF) at the Waterman Peak Trail Parking Area. \nWe need YOU to show strong public support for our national monuments\, parks\, and public lands! \nCoffee and light refreshments will be provided. \nBring: Water\, a hat\, and a homemade sign. \nWear: Your Friends of Ironwood Forest shirt or hat if you have one (otherwise purple and green are FIF’s logo colors) \nMore information posted here: June 2025 Rally for Public Lands – Friends of Ironwood Forest
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/rally-for-public-lands-at-ironwood-forest-national-monument/
CATEGORIES:Public advocacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250617T010015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T010429Z
UID:11063-1751040000-1751043600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Oro Valley Wildlife Camera Monitoring Project Volunteer Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the success of our Oro Valley Wildlife Monitoring Project with us! \nFriday\, June 27 at 4pm\nPusch Room at the Catalina Vista Recreation Center\, \n14055 N Del Webb Blvd\, Oro Valley\, AZ 85755 \nJoin us for a celebration of a job well done – concluding 13 Years of the Oro Valley Wildlife Camera Project. This effort began in 2012 and has led to two iconic wildlife crossings\, innovative wildlife funnel gates\, an elementary school curriculum\, habitat restoration\, over a decade of wildlife data\, and an almost total reduction in roadkill on Oracle Road. \nAll are invited who wish to celebrate this acheivement\, and especially those who took part in the journey. Learn all about it and celebrate with us!  \nRSVP Here \nLight refreshments will be provided. \n 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/jun27/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Moreno%2C CSDP":MAILTO:jessica.moreno@sonorandesert.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250719T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250719T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250528T233954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T173117Z
UID:11020-1752908400-1752922800@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Tree planting & Erosion control at the Oracle Road wildlife underpass
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 19th\, 7:00 am – 11:00 am \nJoin us for an erosion control rock-work day at the Oracle Road wildlife underpass! We will be building erosion control structures and planting native plants. This is a great opportunity to get a hands-on\, restoration experience and learn more about how wildlife crossings help local wildlife. No prior experience necessary! \nBagels and refreshments will be provided. Please bring a re-usable water bottle. We hope you can join us! \nThis project is funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area and in partnership with Strategic Habitat Enhancements. Thank you! \nRSVP here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/a5dz1zxtnnm9qw
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/erosion-control-at-the-oracle-road-wildlife-underpass/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250731T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250731T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250714T172911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T192445Z
UID:11126-1753945200-1753959600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Oracle Road Wildlife Fence Line Survey
DESCRIPTION:Join Kate and Jessica in surveying the condition of the wildlife funnel fence along Oracle Rd near the wildlife crossings. The wildlife funnel fencing on Oracle Road is important for helping animals find and cross the Ann Day Memorial wildlife bridge and underpass and stay off the road. We will look for and record any breaks or damage to the wildlife fence. \nRequires walking 1-4 miles on flat terrain. High visibility safety gear required and provided. \nPlease RSVP Here!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/thurs-july-31-wildlife-fence-line-survey/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250809T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250809T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250528T234117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T224106Z
UID:11021-1754721000-1754733600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration Day at the Oracle Road wildlife underpass
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 9th\, 6:30 am – 10:00 am \nJoin us for habitat restoration work at the Oracle Road wildlife underpass! We will be watering plants and building windrows\, which are small brush structures that will provide cover for small critters using the underpass. This is a great opportunity to get a hands-on\, restoration experience and learn more about how wildlife crossings help local wildlife. \nGloves and all other tools will be provided. We will have bagels\, coffee\, and snacks to share with you! Please bring a re-usable water bottle. We hope you can join us! \nThis project is funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area and in partnership with Strategic Habitat Enhancements. Thank you! \nRSVP here!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/erosion-control-at-the-oracle-road-wildlife-underpass-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251023T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251023T090000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20251003T204614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T042431Z
UID:11430-1761202800-1761210000@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:FULL! A Day of Desert Joy - Nature Hike at Painted Hills with rattlesnake expert Mike Cardwell
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed for this event — we’ll see you for the next one! \nWe’re coming together on October 23 to celebrate the beauty of the Sonoran Desert and the joy of being in community.  \nWhen: October 23\, 7 – 9am \nWhere: Painted Hills Trailhead\, 3590 W. Anklam Rd. \nWhat: Relaxed nature hike with rattlesnake expert\, Mike Cardwell. Mike will be sharing about rattlesnakes and other desert critters as we take a hike through the Painted Hills. Snap pictures of what sparks joy along the way! 🌵📸 🐍 \nCost: Free! \n 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/a-day-of-desert-joy-nature-hike-at-painted-hills-with-rattlesnake-expert-mike-cardwell/
LOCATION:Painted Hills Trailhead\, 3590 W. Anklam Rd.\, Tucson\, AZ\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="CSDP":MAILTO:admin@sonorandesert.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20251015T192949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T192949Z
UID:11442-1761240600-1761247800@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:A Day of Desert Joy - Desert Crafting at Slow Body Beer with local artists Maxie Adler and Rachel Ivanyi
DESCRIPTION:We’re coming together on October 23 to celebrate the beauty of the Sonoran Desert and the joy of being in community.  \nWhen: October 23\, 5:30-7:30pm \nWhere: Slow Body Beer \nWhat: Make a clay mosaic coaster or tile inspired by desert plants! We’ll be joined by local artists Maxie Adler and Rachel Ivanyi to share creative tips. Get crafty with us! \nCost: $5-25\, sliding scale  \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/a-day-of-desert-joy-desert-crafting-at-slow-body-beer-with-local-artists-maxie-adler-and-rachel-ivanyi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251025T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251025T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250919T184800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T184827Z
UID:11355-1761375600-1761390000@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Erosion Control at the Oracle Road wildlife underpass
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an erosion control rock-work day at the Oracle Road wildlife underpass! 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! Take a tour with us to the wildlife crossings and learn the impacts that erosion can have on the landscape. \nCoffee\, bagels and snacks will be provided. Please bring a re-usable water bottle and coffee cup. We hope you can join us! \nPlease RSVP here \nPhysical Requirements: Frequent bending and kneeling\, walking in the sun for prolonged periods\, walking on potentially uneven surfaces\, carrying rocks weighing between 5-25 lbs. \nThis project in funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area – thank you!
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/erosion-control-at-the-oracle-road-wildlife-underpass-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250903T215524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T185013Z
UID:11306-1762592400-1762599600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Highway Cleanup - New location!
DESCRIPTION:Help us collect trash along our NEW adopted stretch of highway along the I-10 frontage road near Avra Valley Road and the Santa Cruz River wildlife ramp! 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. More specific information and directions will be sent in an email to all RSVPs. \nPlease RSVP here! \nPlease bring a reusable water bottle and coffee mug. We recommend sun protection and long sleeves/pants. \nThis project is funded in part by the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area. Thank you! \nPhysical requirements: Frequent bending and kneeling\, walking in the sun for prolonged periods\, walking on potentially uneven surfaces. Due to safety and ADOT regulation\, volunteers must be 12 years or older.
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/highway-cleanup-new-location/
CATEGORIES:Highway Cleanup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20250903T210237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T172611Z
UID:11304-1762941600-1762952400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Mailing Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a mailing party at the Historic Y! We need all the help we can get addressing and stuffing envelopes for our fall fundraising season. We will have free snacks and coffee\, good vibes\, and the company of others who love the Sonoran Desert.  \nWHEN: Wednesday\, November 12th 10:00am-1:00pm. 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 Bird Alliance Nature Shop.  \nPlease RSVP HERE – We can’t wait to see you on November 12th! 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/mailing-party-at-the-historic-y/
CATEGORIES:Mailing Party
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251114T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20251001T185349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185349Z
UID:11400-1763103600-1763121600@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 reusable water bottle and coffee cup. We recommend you bring a lunch. \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.  \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-15/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251206T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20251001T185500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185500Z
UID:11401-1765004400-1765022400@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 reusable water bottle and coffee cup. We recommend you bring a lunch. \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.  \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-16/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260123T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20251001T185656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185656Z
UID:11402-1769151600-1769169600@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 reusable water bottle and coffee cup. We recommend you bring a lunch. \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.  \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-17/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20251001T185804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185804Z
UID:11403-1770361200-1770379200@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 reusable water bottle and coffee cup. We recommend you bring a lunch. \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.  \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-18/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20260126T235810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T235810Z
UID:11673-1770721200-1770724800@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Let's talk RTA and wildlife!
DESCRIPTION:Join Coalition staff to learn why the RTA Next is a vote to keep wildlife and drivers safe in Pima County! We will give a brief presentation followed by open Q&A and discussion. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nChallenges for wildlife movement\nWhat we’re trying to do about it (wildlife crossings!)\nHow the RTA Next plan will help\n\nWHEN: Tuesday\, February 10\, 11AM \nWHERE: Martha Cooper Library\, Multipurpose room \nWe’ll have *free* snacks and coffee for you\, this event is open to all (no RSVP required)! 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/lets-talk-rta-and-wildlife/
CATEGORIES:Public advocacy,Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20251126T000017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T000017Z
UID:11571-1770798600-1770818400@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Environmental Day at the Arizona Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Please join Sierra Club\, Chispa Arizona\, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection\, AZ Asian American\, Native Hawaiian\, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Advocates\, Poder Latinx\, AZ Youth Climate Coalition\, Arizona Interfaith Power and Light\, Mi Familia en Acción\, Rural Arizona Engagement (RAZE)\, and many other groups for our annual lobby day at the Arizona Capitol. \nMeet with your legislators\, hear from great speakers\, and connect with others who are doing advocacy work both inside and outside the Arizona Legislature. RSVP so we have enough materials\, can put you in a team for legislative meetings\, and can plan for food.  \nThis year’s theme is “People Power for the Planet!” \nPlease RSVP on Sierra Club’s website for more information: Environmental Day at the Capitol 2026 \nCSDP will be organizing a bus from Tucson to Phoenix\, please RSVP to save a seat. \nEvent Organizers:\nSandy Bahr\nsandy.bahr@sierraclub.org\n(602) 999-5790
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/environmental-day-at-the-arizona-capitol-2/
CATEGORIES:Public advocacy
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260306T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20260223T194334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T214019Z
UID:11832-1772787600-1772791200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Honoring Bill Shaw and celebrating the Shaw Wildlife Corridor
DESCRIPTION:In 1986\, Bill Shaw identified what has become known as the Shaw Wildlife Corridor. This was the first effort to incorporate considerations for wildlife\, their habitats\, and wildlife movement corridors into local land use planning in Pima County.  \nPlease join us and keynote speaker\, Pima County Board of Supervisor Chair\, Jennifer Allen\, in honoring Bill Shaw and celebrating the Shaw Wildlife Corridor!  \nThis event is part of the Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan’s year-long 25th anniversary celebration and 10th anniversary of the MSCP\, an initiative to which Bill was also integral.  \nRSVP by sending an email to admin@sonorandesert.org with your name and the names of anyone in your party.  \n 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/honoring-bill-shaw-and-celebrating-the-shaw-wildlife-corridor/
LOCATION:Red Hills Visitor Center\, Saguaro National Park\, 2700 N. Kinney Rd.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85743
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260307T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20260128T184518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T184518Z
UID:11682-1772866800-1772884800@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 reusable water bottle and coffee cup. We recommend you bring a lunch. \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.  \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-14/
CATEGORIES:Desert Fence Busters,Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260307T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20260304T184212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T184350Z
UID:11909-1772888400-1772893800@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Panel Presentation: Celebrating Women Leaders in Conservation with Carolyn Campbell
DESCRIPTION:CLR 2026 Speaker Series: Panel Presentation: Celebrating Women Leaders in Conservation with Carolyn Campbell\n \nJoin Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources (CLR) in welcoming Carolyn Campbell\, Board Member and Founder of the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection\, along with multiple acclaimed conservationists responsible for landmark conservation efforts\, including the internationally renowned\, award-winning Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan (SDCP)\, celebrating its 25th anniversary throughout 2026.\n\n\n\nWHEN: Saturday\, March 7\, 2026. 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. MST \n\nHistoric Canoa Ranch\nFree • Registration recommended • Walk-ins welcome\, as space permits.\nTo register: www.explore.pima.gov \n\nMore information
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/panel-presentation-celebrating-women-leaders-in-conservation-with-carolyn-campbell/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20260314T000756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T000756Z
UID:11942-1774087200-1774101600@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Nature Fest - Leap into Spring!
DESCRIPTION:CSDP will be tabling at the Desert Museum’s Nature Fest – come find us and say hello!\nCelebrate springtime in the Sonoran Desert with family and friends with the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum’s Nature Fest. Discover their new interactive exhibit\, enjoy live music\, search for plants and animals\, meet your neighbors\, and so much more. The grounds will be bursting with life and filled with fun! \nWHEN: Saturday\, March 21\, 2026\, 10:00am – 2:00pm\nWHO: Everyone!\nCOST: Included with Museum admission (8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) \nFor the full agenda of activities\, CLICK HERE\nGraphic credit: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum \n 
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/nature-fest-leap-into-spring/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20260212T223604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T010339Z
UID:11749-1774137600-1774223999@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:Buffelgrass pull in Ironwood Forest National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection and the Friends of Ironwood Forest for a hands-on buffelgrass pull at Ironwood Forest National Monument. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to experience the beautiful monument and help protect it from a dangerous invasive grass\, while working as part of a fun group. Buffelgrass is an incredibly invasive\, non-native grass that outcompetes native plants and is a fire hazard for the Sonoran Desert. \nWHEN:  Sunday\, March 22 from 7:30AM-11AM \nWe will meet at 7:30AM at the Marana Regional Airport\, then carpool to the work site. We will work until around 11AM but may finish earlier depending on the heat. Plan for a 45-minute drive from Central Tucson. \nNo experience needed and all tools will be provided\, as well as lots of snacks to fuel this hard work! \nSign up here!\nThe Ironwood Forest National Monument (IFNM) supports vast biodiversity\, preserves ancient archaeological sites\, and provides cherished opportunities for outdoor recreation. Alongside our partners Friends of Ironwood Forest and several others\, we are monitoring threats from the Administration against six national monuments\, including against IFNM – indications that federal officials are considering shrinking boundaries\, weakening protections\, or opening them to mining. \nYou won’t want to miss an opportunity to visit the monument for yourself and help play a part in protecting it! \nThis project is funded in part by Tucson Electric Power (TEP).
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/buffelgrass-pull-in-ironwood-forest-national-monument/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260327T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095830
CREATED:20260323T215730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T000115Z
UID:12009-1774596600-1774609200@www.sonorandesert.org
SUMMARY:(Urgent!) Stinknet pull at Ironwood Forest National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection and the Friends of Ironwood Forest for an urgent hands-on stinknet pull at Ironwood Forest National Monument. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to experience the beautiful monument and help protect it from a dangerous invasive species\, while working as part of a fun group. Stinknet is an incredibly invasive plant that outcompetes native plants and is a fire hazard for the Sonoran Desert. \nWHEN:  Friday\, March 27 from 7:30AM-11AM \nWHERE: We will meet at 7:30AM at the corner of N. Aguirre Road and Silverbell Road (fully paved to the meeting location). We will be prioritizing removing stinknet in areas along the nearby roadbed – where vehicles park or people obviously walk – to reduce stinknet seed spread into the monument.  \nWe will work until around 11AM but may finish earlier depending on the heat. Plan for a 45-minute drive from Central Tucson.  \nNo experience needed and all tools will be provided\, as well as lots of snacks to fuel this hard work! \nSign up here!\nThe Ironwood Forest National Monument (IFNM) supports vast biodiversity\, preserves ancient archaeological sites\, and provides cherished opportunities for outdoor recreation. Alongside our partners Friends of Ironwood Forest and several others\, we are monitoring threats from the Administration against six national monuments\, including against IFNM – indications that federal officials are considering shrinking boundaries\, weakening protections\, or opening them to mining. \nYou won’t want to miss an opportunity to visit the monument for yourself and help play a part in protecting it! \nThis project is funded in part by Tucson Electric Power (TEP).
URL:https://www.sonorandesert.org/event/urgent-stinknet-pull-at-ironwood-forest-national-monument/
LOCATION:Intersection of N. Aguirre Road and W. Silverbell Road
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
ORGANIZER;CN="CSDP":MAILTO:admin@sonorandesert.org
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