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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260427
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SUMMARY:Grasslands Wildlife Area pond construction
DESCRIPTION:Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy\, in partnership with Arizona Game and Fish Department and Wetland Restoration Training LLC\, is asking for volunteers to help enhance and restore several ponds on the White Mountain Grasslands Wildlife Area near Springerville in eastern Arizona. We will be improving six ponds across the Wildlife Area by installing a lining in the bottoms\, which will increase the water availability and permanence to benefit native species such as Chiricahua leopard frogs\, Little Colorado River spinedace\, and pronghorn. \n  \nThe requested labor includes removing rocks from the dry pond bottoms\, placing and securing liners\, and reseeding banks afterwards. Volunteers will be needed April 27- May 17\, 2026\, but most assistance will be needed during Thursday-Saturday of each week (Apr 30-May 2\, May 7-9\, and May 14-16). Tools such as shovels\, rakes\, and work gloves will be provided\, but feel free to bring your own if you have them. \n  \nOn-site camping is available for free at Grasslands Wildlife Area (bring your own camping gear) for volunteers assisting with the project. Camping will be primitive\, with a portable toilet available for use\, but no showers or other facilities are guaranteed.  For those who prefer lodging\, please check hotels in nearby Springerville. \n  \nIf you are interested in volunteering\, please visit tinyurl.com/Grasslands-Restoration\, or use the QR code below for the sign up form. \n  \nPlease contact Becca at bcozad@ARCProtects.org with any questions! \n \n  \n  \n  \n \nLeft\, volunteers clearing a pond bottom of debris. Right\, volunteers placing pond liner
URL:https://aztws.com/event/grasslands_restoration_2026/
LOCATION:Grasslands Wildlife Area
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T195716Z
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Phoenix community for the 2026 City Nature Challenge\, a global citizen science event that invites anyone—regardless of scientific training—to document local wildlife and contribute to real scientific research. \nDuring this four-day event\, participants across the Phoenix Metro area will record observations of plants\, animals\, fungi\, and other organisms using the iNaturalist app. Cities around the world compete in a fun\, friendly challenge to see who can document the most observations and species. The data collected help scientists study biodiversity and better understand our natural world! \nHow to Participate\n\nDownload the iNaturalist app and create an account.\nJoin the Greater Phoenix CNC Project.\nStart observing wildlife anywhere in the Greater Phoenix area between April 24–27.\n\nWhether you’re hiking\, birding\, botanizing\, or simply exploring your neighborhood\, your observations count. \nDouble Your Impact\nApril is Citizen Science Month. Participants are encouraged to connect their iNaturalist account to SciStarter to earn credit\, explore additional projects\, and help measure the collective impact of citizen science. By linking accounts\, all your observations automatically count toward broader citizen science goal \nDownload the Flyer Below for more information! \nPhxCNC_Postcard2026.pdf
URL:https://aztws.com/event/city-nature-challenge-2026/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20260407T045631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T045632Z
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SUMMARY:Navajo Nation Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:The Navajo Natural Heritage Program is hosting the 1st Annual Navajo Nation Bioblitz as part of the City Nature Challenge! \nEvent Details: \n\nDates: April 24–26\, 2026\nLocation: Across the Navajo Nation (with in-person activities at Asaayi Lake)\n\nThis event focuses on documenting biodiversity across Diné Bikéyah and is open to all experience levels. \nWays to Participate: \n\nIn-person (Asaayi Lake):\n\nGuided field surveys\, nature exploration\, and optional camping\nRegistration required by April 17 (limited space)\n\n\nAnywhere on Navajo Nation:\n\nSubmit observations using the iNaturalist app\nNo registration required\n\n\n\nParticipants will contribute observations through iNaturalist as part of the global City Nature Challenge\, helping document and showcase biodiversity across the Navajo Nation! \nSee the flyer below for registration details and additional information.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/navajo_nation_bioblitz_2026/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20260327T214603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T215640Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Wildlife Techniques Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Arizona Chapter of The Wildlife Society is hosting a hands-on Wildlife Techniques Workshop for students and young professionals. This one-day learning opportunity will provide exposure to a variety of field techniques used in wildlife management\, taught by professionals from agencies and organizations across Arizona! \nDate: April 11\, 2026Location: Horseshoe RanchCost: Free (a $6 AZTWS annual membership is requested) \nThis workshop will include a full day of training from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM\, with additional activities such as bat mist netting after dark and potential Sunday morning sessions. Camping is permitted and encouraged on Friday and Saturday nights\, offering opportunities to connect with wildlife professionals. \nParticipants will gain hands-on experience with techniques such as: \n\nWildlife capture methods (Sherman traps\, clover traps\, etc.)\nDarting and net gun applications\nBat identification and mist netting\nRadio telemetry and GPS tracking\n\nSpace is limited to 60 participants. RSVP by April 3rd to secure your spot. \nFor questions\, contact Holly Hicks at 623-236-7499 or hhicks@azgfd.gov. \nSee pdf below for addition details \n2026 Announcement Save the Date
URL:https://aztws.com/event/techniques_workshop_2026/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Ranch\, 34.261707\, -112.057074
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event,Techniques Workshop,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Chapter of the Wildlife Society":MAILTO:arizonatws@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251114T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20251104T170651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T170800Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer with Desert Fence Busters!
DESCRIPTION:Help Remove Old Fences and Restore Wildlife Connectivity \nJoin the Desert Fence Busters collaborative this season to help improve landscape connectivity for Arizona’s wildlife! Volunteers will head out into the desert to remove legacy fencing that blocks wildlife movement and fragment habitats. This hands-on effort supports a wide range of desert species and helps restore natural corridors across southern Arizona. \nThis project is a collaborative effort led by Friends of Ironwood Forest and BKW\, with support from the Arizona Game and Fish Department\, Arizona Wildlife Federation\, Bureau of Reclamation\, City of Tucson\, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection\, Friends of Buenos Aires NWR\, Pima County\, Saguaro National Park\, Tucson Audubon Society\, and other partners. \nUpcoming 2025–2026 Project Dates\n\nFriday\, November 14\, 2025 — Hurst\nSaturday\, December 6\, 2025 — Trust 205 (Pima County)\nFriday\, January 23\, 2026 — SAVSARP\nFriday\, February 6\, 2026 — Empirita Ranch (Pima County)\n\nTime: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM (5-hour shift)Spots available: Limited for each date—sign up soon!Requirements: All volunteers must complete a Volunteer Registration Form prior to participating. \nThis is a great opportunity for anyone interested in wildlife conservation\, landscape restoration\, or hands-on fieldwork. Come ready to work outdoors\, meet like-minded conservationists\, and make a tangible impact on Arizona’s desert ecosystems. \nLearn more and register here: https://volunteer.azgfd.gov/need/detail/?need_id=1146343
URL:https://aztws.com/event/desert_fence_busters/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250715T220000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20250615T233904Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer for Firefly Surveys
DESCRIPTION:We’re looking for volunteers to assist with evening field surveys for the Southwest spring firefly\, a rare species found along Sonoita Creek near Patagonia\, AZ. This species is currently under review for listing under the Endangered Species Act\, but much remains unknown about its distribution\, abundance\, and movement patterns — especially in relation to monsoon activity. \nThis project is part of a collaborative research effort to help answer key ecological questions about this firefly\, including: \n\n\nWhat habitats does it rely on? \n\n\nHow far do individuals travel from the creek? \n\n\nHow does their activity change before and after monsoon rains? \n\n\nLocation: Patagonia\, ArizonaDates: \n\n\nRound 1: Late June (before the monsoon) \n\n\nRound 2: Early to mid-July (after the monsoon begins) \n\n\nTime Commitment: 5–7 days per round\, 6:30 PM–10:00 PM each night \nFirefly_1pagerHosted by: The Nature Conservancy\, Tucson Bird Alliance\, University of Arizona\, Borderlands Restoration\, Xerces Society \nWhat Volunteers Will Do:You’ll join a 3-person team led by a trained surveyor to collect field data in the evenings. Surveys run from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM\, with check-in at 6:30 PM. Volunteers will help record environmental conditions and firefly observations using field equipment (e.g.\, weather meters\, datasheets). No prior experience is necessary — training and support will be provided. \nWhat to Expect: \n\n\nNighttime surveys using red lights \n\n\nHiking off-trail on uneven terrain \n\n\nPossibility of camping on-site (primitive facilities) \n\n\nNo guarantee of seeing fireflies each night \n\n\nA great chance to contribute to real conservation science \n\n\n📩 How to Join:Sign up here: https://shorturl.at/7Yt4SFor questions\, contact Rachel Laura at rlaura@arizona.edu \nCome help us shine a light on one of the desert’s most magical and mysterious insects!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/firefly_surveys/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20250428T023807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T023807Z
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SUMMARY:Help Wanted! Grasslands Wildlife Area Pond Construction
DESCRIPTION:The Arizona Game and Fish Department\, in partnership with the Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy (ARC)\, is seeking volunteers to assist with constructing six ponds at the Grasslands Wildlife Area near Springerville\, Arizona. These ponds will help increase water availability and permanence across the landscape\, benefiting native species such as Chiricahua leopard frogs\, pronghorn\, and other wildlife. \nVolunteer Activities Include: \n\n\nRemoving rocks from dry pond bottoms \n\n\nPlacing and securing pond liners \n\n\nReseeding pond banks after construction \n\n\nDates Help is Needed: \n\n\nJune 2–21\, 2025 \n\n\nMost assistance needed Thursdays–Saturdays: \n\n\nJune 5–7 \n\n\nJune 12–14 \n\n\nJune 19–21 \n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information: \n\n\nTools such as shovels\, rakes\, and work gloves will be provided. Volunteers are also welcome to bring their own tools. \n\n\nFree\, primitive camping is available at the Grasslands Wildlife Area for volunteers. (Volunteers must bring their own camping gear. A portable toilet will be available; there are no showers or other facilities.) \n\n\nRegistration Required:Please register here if you plan to assist. Registration helps us track volunteer numbers for each day\, even if you are helping during work hours. \n\nPhotos from Past Pond Building Projects: \n\n \nHelping to smooth the bowl for a pond. \n\n\n\n\n\nHelping to install a liner for a pond.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/gwa_pond_construction/
LOCATION:Grasslands Wildlife Area
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Game and Fish Department":MAILTO:azferret@azgfd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T110000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20240829T205010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T232129Z
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve!
DESCRIPTION:Who? \nJoin the Town of Gilbert this September for a Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz at the Riparian Preserve! \nWhat? \nA BioBlitz is a fun way for scientists and citizen scientist to work together to document the plants and animals present at one time in a given area. Experts from across Arizona will be on site to teach you about the incredible pollinators\, and pollinator friendly plants\, present at the Preserve. This event is open to all ages. \nWhen? \nThe event will take place on Saturday\, September 28th from 8AM – 11AM MST \nWhere? \nGilbert Riparian Preserve Park \n2757 E Guadalupe Rd\nGilbert\, Arizona 85234 \nWhy? \nThe Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz is a national effort for people to find and document pollinator friendly plants and pollinators across the country in partnership with their local park and recreation agency. \nHow? \nTo participate\, just sign up here for this free event\, then download and make an account on the iNaturalist app. With the iNaturalist app\, you simply take a picture of a pollinator (bee\, butterfly\, bat\, etc.) or plant\, and the online community will help identify the species. If you cannot make it to the event\, you can still participate! Just visit the Riparian Preserve anytime during the month of September and record your observations on iNaturalist. \n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/gilbert_biobitz/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220411
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20201201T205952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T202728Z
UID:3498-1649462400-1649635199@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZTWS - Hassayampa BioBlitz Committee Members Wanted
DESCRIPTION:AZTWS\nBioBlitz Committee\, Volunteers Wanted\n***RESCHEDULED FOR 2022***\nPlanning for the Hassayampa Ecosystems BioBlitz is underway\, and we are now actively seeking committee members and chairs for working groups focused on Marketing and Communications\, Fundraising\, Location Management\, Volunteer Recruitment/Coordination\, Event Logistics & Management\, Participant (Blitzer) Recruitment/Coordination\, and Training. \nIf any of these committees or chair positions interest you\, please reach out Caitlin Brogan at cbrogan@azgfd.gov \nSave the dates Saturday\, April 9 – Sunday\, April 10\, 2022 for the Hassayampa Ecosystems BioBlitz Event! \nWhat is a BioBlitz? \nA BioBlitz is an intense period of biological surveying in an attempt to record all the living species within a designated area. Teams of volunteer scientists\, naturalists\, families\, students\, teachers\, and other community members work together to find and identify as many species of plants\, animals\, microbes\, fungi\, and other organisms as possible during an intensive field study over a continuous time period (e.g.\, usually 24 hours). There is a public component to many BioBlitzes\, with the goal of getting the public interested in biodiversity.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3498/
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20201130T215834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T154848Z
UID:3482-1606723200-1617210000@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Sky Island Alliance - Border Wildlife Study
DESCRIPTION:Sky Island Alliance\nVolunteers Wanted: Border Wildlife Study\nThe Sky Island Alliance’s Border Wildlife Study now includes two online projects that need volunteers—Border Birds Study and Border Mammals Study. Both projects are on Zooniverse.org\, an online platform that hosts citizen science projects from all around the world—giving experts and amateurs alike an opportunity to engage in photo analysis and contribute to a wide variety of research projects.    \nYou do not need to be an expert to help—every classification you make will be compiled and verified by others. Your contributions will allow us to improve the quality of our data so that we can better document the extraordinary biodiversity of our shared borderlands.  \n  \nFind out more: https://skyislandalliance.org/our-work/water-program/spring-seeker/
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3482/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20201130T220934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T221012Z
UID:3490-1606723200-1612112400@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Tucson Audubon Society - Bird Surveys
DESCRIPTION:Tucson Audubon Society\nVolunteers Wanted: Bird Surveys\nThroughout the year\, Tucson Audubon Society is conducting surveys in Important Bird Areas around SE Arizona. If you are interested in surveying canyons for Yellow-billed Cuckoos\, grasslands for Chestnut-collared Longspurs\, the Sonoran Desert for Elf Owls\, and more\, please email Jennie MacFarland at jmacfarland@tucsonaudubon.org.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3490/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20201130T220517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T220624Z
UID:3486-1606723200-1609520400@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Tucson Audubon Society - Nestbox Monitoring\, Data Input\, and more…
DESCRIPTION:Tucson Audubon Society\nVolunteers Wanted: Nestbox Monitoring\, Data Input\, and more…\nIf you are interested in citizen science research\, whether out in the field or in the office\, the Tucson Audubon Society could use your help! Please contact Olya Phillips at ophillips@tucsonaudubon.org for more information.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3486/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20200928T231214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T223735Z
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SUMMARY:Sky Island Alliance - Spring Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Sky Island Alliance\nVolunteers Wanted: Spring Seekers\nBe a Spring Seeker and carry our simple survey form on your smartphone when you’re hiking.    \nIf you find water\, complete the survey to easily alert us about the spring’s condition and guide where we work to protect springs next. All of the spring health information submitted to the Spring Seeker project gets incorporated into our Spring Prioritization Tool to help us track the state of springs across the region and identify priorities for spring stewardship projects. Since its launch in June 2020\, our community has eyes on 20 springs. Will you help monitor more?  \n  \nFind out more: https://skyislandalliance.org/our-work/water-program/spring-seeker/
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3466/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200629T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201201T094500
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20200629T211639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T220707Z
UID:3329-1593416700-1606815900@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Tucson Audubon Society - Mason Center Green Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Tucson Audubon Society\nVolunteers Wanted: Mason Center Green Gardeners\nThe Tucson Audubon Society is looking for volunteers to assist with gardening and habitat improvement for birds at the Mason Center. Several dates available\, July – December. \nContact Cynthia Pruett if you are interested in volunteering: rcynthpruett@aol.com . \n  \nTucson Audubon’s Mason Center is located at 3835 W Hardy Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85742
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3329/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200305
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20200222T181435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200222T184636Z
UID:3261-1583193600-1583366399@aztws.com
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Education Volunteer Opportunity:\nCritter Cam Feild Days at Catalina State Park\n\nWHEN: Tuesday\, March 3rd and Wednesday\, March 4th\, 2020\nWe have morning (8am – 12pm)\, afternoon (11am -3pm) or all day (8am – 3pm) shifts available. Regular short breaks are provided throughout the day\, and bagels\, snacks and coffee will be provided.\n\n  \nWHERE: Catalina State Park\, Flycatcher Group Site \n\nWe cover park fees for entry.\n\n\nWHAT: Small groups of 4th-grade students and their parent chaperones move between activity stations. Volunteers leading activity stations represent their respective organizations and their careers in science\, advocacy\, and conservation while teaching the provided lesson.Activity stations include:\n\n1. Nature walk & check wildlife cameras\n2. Camouflage and mimicry activity with paints\n3. Wildlife tracks\n4. Matching scents and pheromones\n5. Using binoculars\n6. Live animal interpretation (We need someone to talk about packrats!)\n7. Meet school buses at the wildlife bridge (off-site at the Santa Catalina Catholic Church parking lot) to share info about the wildlife crossing project (2x day) \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe hope you will join us this year and we can include you in the success of this program!\n\n\n\n\nContact Jessica at jessica.moreno@sonorandesert.org to learn more and sign up. \n\n\n\nThis event in its 4th year. Watch a video from our first event here: \n  \n\n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3261/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200131T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20200113T032702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200113T032954Z
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SUMMARY:Aravaipa Canyon Vinca Removal: Jan 31 – Feb 2
DESCRIPTION:Come join us January 31st to February 2nd in Aravaipa Canyon Preserve! \nTO REGISTER CLICK HERE! \nTHE WORK:\nSky Island Alliance has been helping The Nature Conservancy in Aravaipa Canyon for several years on a variety of projects to increase watershed health along this perennial riparian area. Recently we’ve been working on addressing the threat of invasive periwinkle (Vinca major) throughout the canyon. During this trip we will continue our work to eradicate periwinkle from the riparian understory of the creek banks. Additionally\, we will be removing vinca from longer-term study plots that we are managing with the University of Arizona and the National Park Service. This will require digging and fastidious removal of vegetative material and roots with tools provided by Sky Island Alliance. We’ll be bending\, cutting\, digging\, getting dirty\, and getting wet. We will be working to clear vinca right along the banks of the creek\, meaning that we will be wading in and out of the water throughout each day. \nTO REGISTER CLICK HERE! \nWHAT TO EXPECT:\nThe Nature Conservancy (TNC) has donated the use of the Aravaipa Canyon Preserve guesthouse\, nestled right along Aravaipa Creek. TNC’s Aravaipa Canyon Preserve guesthouse has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms\, with showers and a full kitchen (with basic implements). There is also a screened sleeping porch\, and a bunkhouse with two rooms with beds. You may choose to sleep on a bed (bring your own comfy bedding) or camp under the stars in your tent. Beds will be first-come/first serve\, unless you let us know that you need to have priority\, and there are no single-occupancy rooms available. \n\nBring your own meals for the weekend – a minimum of 2 breakfasts\, 2 lunches\, and 2 dinners\, with snacks.\nPotable water is available onsite\, along with communal refrigerator space.\nBe prepared to unplug – there is no cellphone or internet service at Aravaipa Canyon.\nBring work clothes and appropriate close-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty and wet. You will also want sandals or water shoes for our work in the creek.\nIt will be cold while we are there! Please come prepared for cold nights and cold water!\n\nPlease note that we are working at The Nature Conservancy Aravaipa Canyon Preserve\, NOT in the BLM Aravaipa Wilderness Area. You may not enter the BLM Wilderness Area without a permit (available here: https://www.recreation.gov/). Visitors to the Wilderness Area are carefully managed to protect the wildlife and other natural resources; unauthorized visitation to the Wilderness Area puts SIA’s relationships in jeopardy and will not be tolerated. Don’t worry\, though – there is plenty of beautiful creek to explore at the TNC Aravaipa Canyon Preserve! \nLOCATION:\nAravaipa Canyon is located in the northern Galiuro Mountains and only a few miles from the Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness. The Preserve is only 50 miles northeast of Tucson\, Arizona as the bird flies (approximately 3 to 3.5 hours drive from Tucson or Phoenix). “Not only does the ranch sit over the main aquifer that supplies Aravaipa Creek\, it’s also an important corridor for wildlife traveling from the Galiuro Mountains to the Santa Teresa Mountains\,” says the Preserve’s manager\, Mark Haberstich. With over 10 miles of perennial water\, Aravaipa Canyon is a rare riparian jewel in southern Arizona; it is an important tributary to the Lower San Pedro River. We always see a variety of wildlife in Aravaipa Canyon\, you will want to have your binoculars! For more information about the Preserve:\nhttp://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/arizona/placesweprotect/aravaipa-canyon-preserve.xml \nWe will be working on the EAST SIDE of the canyon\, at the headwaters of the perennial creek. \nGETTING THERE:\nDuring monsoon season\, a high-clearance vehicle is strongly encouraged. There are 2-3 wet wash crossings (yes\, there is perennial water!) before arriving at the guesthouse. \nOption 1:\nMeet at the SIA office at 406 S 4th Ave to caravan/carpool to Aravaipa Canyon at 2:30 pm on Friday. We have limited room for passengers in vehicles – please let us know ahead of time if you need a ride so we can ensure space for everyone (or if you’d like to drive your personal vehicle and have space for a passenger). \nWe will head east on 1-10 toward Willcox (and a bathroom break) before heading off toward the northwest for the canyon. The last 40 miles or so are on a well-maintained dirt road. \nOption 2: \nIf you have been there before and would like to meet us out there\, just let us know when to expect you on Friday evening. \nFrom Tucson: (155 miles) Take I-10 east to Willcox exit 340. Turn left onto Fort Grant Road and go north 30 miles to Bonita. Turn left onto Klondyke Road and go 32 miles to Klondyke. Preserve entrance is seven miles past Klondyke. The last 38 miles is a gravel road and subject to closure during wet weather. \nFrom Phoenix: (190 miles) Take Highway 60 east to Globe\, then U.S. 70 south to Fort Thomas. Travel eight miles past Fort Thomas and turn right onto Klondyke Road. Travel 28 miles to Klondyke. Preserve entrance is seven miles past Klondyke. The last 38 miles is a gravel road and subject to closure during wet weather. \nTRIP LOGISTICS\n\nFriday 2:30 PM: Meet with SIA staff at our office to carpool to the TNC Guesthouse.\nFriday 6:00 PM: If you would like to meet SIA at the guesthouse\, you may arrive after 6:00 PM on Friday. Follow our green SIA arrow sign for the correct turnoff.\nSaturday 8:00 AM: Be prepared to go over the day’s work and head out. We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch.\nSunday 8:00 AM: Get started on the day’s work. We will finish up by early afternoon and then head back to Tucson.\nSunday 6:00 PM: We will be back to our Tucson office by 6:00 PM Sunday.\n\nPLEASE NOTE:\nTHIS IS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY TRIP; LET US KNOW IF YOU PLAN TO BRING ANY YOUNGSTERS AND IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL CONCERNS.\nUnfortunately\, pets are not allowed on this trip. \nIf you have further questions\, please email Meagan Bethel at: meagan@skyislandalliance.org \nTO REGISTER CLICK HERE!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3230/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200126
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20200107T000033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200107T000154Z
UID:3224-1579910400-1579996799@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Field Trip: HTM Center (Holy Trinity Monastery)\, St. David
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip: HTM Center (Holy Trinity Monastery)\, St. David\,\nSaturday\, January 25\n9:00am\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhen: Sat\, January 25\, 9:00am – 11:30am\nWhere: Holy Trinity Monastery\, 1605 S St Marys Way\, St David\, AZ 85630\, USA (map)\nDescription:Trip difficulty: Easy. Walking distance: 2.0 miles. Trip duration: 2 hr 30 min. Elevation gain: none. Ground condition: dirt trail. Restrooms available along the walk. Drinking water not available on trail.\nJoin us for the kick-off of this regular monthly bird walk at the monastery as we seek to expand our offerings to residents of Cochise County. While geared towards beginners and local residents\, all are welcome to join us. Located along the famous cottonwood-lined San Pedro River\, the grounds also have three ponds\, dense mesquite bosque\, and an abundance of bird-drawing Netleaf Hackberry trees. Great for families. Loaner binoculars available. Meet at Holy Trinity Monastery 1605 S. Saint Mary Way\, Saint David. Park at the bookstore (first building on the left\, adjacent to the massive cross). No registration necessary.\nLeader: Keith Kamper (keithkamper@gmail.com) with any questions.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3224/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201223
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20191223T023902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191223T024823Z
UID:3216-1576972800-1608681599@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Tucson Wildlife Center Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:Tucson Wildlife Center\nAnimal Caretaker\n  \nJoin our team and make a difference in the lives of local wildlife that need care. We invite  you to become part of a great team of dedicated wildlife rescuers. A wide variety of opportunities exist\, including but not limited to rescues and releases\, medicating and feeding animals\, and cleaning enclosures and facilities. \nInterested in working with wild animals and the great people who help them? Read below for details on the many different positions we have available. \nWe require all of our volunteers to be age 18 or older. In the future\, we hope to have a youth program for those under 18. Keep checking back for any updates. \nAt this time\, we do not accept volunteers needing to complete community service hours. \n\nBe a part of the largest group of volunteers at the center – taking care of the animals! Animal care volunteers can expect to: \n\nClean\, sanitize\, and scrub enclosures and cages\nPrepare special diets including fruits and vegetables\, meat\, quail\, mice\, and fish\nGeneral chores like mopping\, sweeping\, dusting\, wiping down\nAssist with physical exams\, giving medications\, and general medical care\nAnswer phones from public calls about various situations including emergencies\nRescue and release native wildlife\n\nAnimal care volunteers must attend a 4-hour orientation\, scheduled once per month or as needed on a Saturday\, before beginning a shift. Animal care volunteers are required to make a six (6) month commitment of one shift per week. The shift times are as follows: \n\nSummer AM shift: 8:00am to 1:30pm | Winter AM shift: 9:00am to 1:30pm\nSummer PM shift: 1:30pm to 7:00pm | Winter PM shift: 1:30pm to 6:00pm\n\nThis is a very hands-off position. Our patients are wild and the less human exposure they have\, the better they can heal. However\, some avian handling training will be provided to dedicated volunteers. Workshops are offered regularly to help volunteers learn or brush-up on skills. Mammals can only be handled with a pre-exposure rabies vaccine but is not required to be a volunteer. An up-to-date (within 10 years) tetanus vaccine is required for all volunteers.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/tucson-wildlife-center-volunteer/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20191107T021603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T021603Z
UID:3124-1575964800-1575982800@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Saguaro National Park - 2020 Saguaro Census
DESCRIPTION:Join Sky Island Alliance in helping Saguaro National Park with their 2020 saguaro census! This will be a shorter hike in Saguaro East\nPLEASE REGISTER ON OUR EVENTBRITE PAGE\n\n\nAbout the Event:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaguaro National Park conducts a saguaro census every 10 years using citizen science. This effort is to help determine the health and vitality of the saguaro population. Sky Island Alliance is organizing 4 volunteer surveys this winter to help with their census. \nThis survey will be a shorter hike\, expect to hike ~1 mile. If you would like to volunteer for a more adventurous but difficult survey please see the other survey events. \nWhen and Where: We will be meeting at the Visitor Center for Saguaro East at 8 am and ending around 1 pm. From the visitor center we will carpool with a National Park employee and then hike to our assigned plot. \nWhat to bring: We will be out hiking in the desert for several hours in places with out trails\, so please bring the following: \n\nLunch and Snacks\nWater: at least 2 liters\nBackpack\nClosed toed shoes\nSun protection: sunglasses\, hat\, sunscreen\nDurable clothing: long pants\n\nIf these items are forgotten\, you may not participate in the event\, as per National Park rules to keep you safe. \nWhat we will be doing? \nNo prior experience in surveying saguaros is necessary. We will be hiking out to our plot assigned by the National Park and counting and measuring every saguaro there. Small saguaros will be measured with rulers and the larger saguaros will be measured with clinometers. All techniques will be taught by a Park employee while we are there. Additionally\, we will count the number of arms and bird holes each saguaro has. We will all work together and learn a lot about these beautiful cacti! \nOnce we record our data it will be submitted and posted online on the Saguaro National Park website after the survey. We will share a link when they are up. \nClick here to learn more about the Census on the NPS website
URL:https://aztws.com/event/saguaro-national-park-2020-saguaro-census/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191027
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20191020T235716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191020T235806Z
UID:3075-1571961600-1572134399@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Halloween Volunteer Opportunity with the Phoenix Zoo!
DESCRIPTION:Howl-O-Ween | October 25 & 26\, 2019 \nTrick… or treat? A spooky event for all ages! Howl-O-Ween includes activities and experiences for the whole family.  Looking for scary tricks? SCARY activities are for guests ages 8 and older who like a good scare! Sweet treats more your style? MERRY activities are appropriate for all ages. Below are the current available roles and the number of volunteers needed. All areas in bold are acting positions. The other roles help with line management at certain attractions\, helping mascots move around safely\, and monitoring game and activity sections. \nVolunteer Today
URL:https://aztws.com/event/halloween-volunteer-opportunity-with-the-phoenix-zoo/
LOCATION:The Phoenix Zoo\, 455 North Galvin Parkway \, Phoenix\, 85008
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190428T230000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20190406T152900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190406T153041Z
UID:2944-1556438400-1556492400@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Arizona Native Plant Society Bioblitz at Papago Park Reserve
DESCRIPTION:This free event will take place at Papago Park Preserve in Tempe on Sunday\, April 28th. Participants will be placed into different groups based on area of expertise or interest to help us document as many wildlife species as possible throughout the Preserve. Our formal start time is 8:00am\, but some groups (such as birding groups) may choose to start earlier. We expect all groups to finish by 11:00am. \nEach adult participant must register for the BioBlitz by completing this form. (We will only use your email address for the purpose of communicating details about this BioBlitz.) Unregistered or walk-up participants will not be accepted. Individual participants must be age 16 or older. Any individuals under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and remain under parent/guardian supervision at all times. We kindly request that children be at least age 8. \nWe will document our wildlife observations by uploading photos into an iNaturalist BioBlitz project. All adult participants are required to create an iNaturalist user account\, if you do not already have one. (Please note that only individuals age 13 and older are permitted to create iNaturalist accounts.) We will send out more details about how to use iNaturalist in the coming weeks to help you prepare for the BioBlitz. \nUse this form to register for the BioBlitz.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/arizona-native-plant-society-bioblitz-at-papago-park-reserve/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190308
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20190221T225551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190221T230036Z
UID:2911-1551744000-1552003199@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Critter Cam Field Day Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Critter Cam Field Day is Tuesday\, March 5th and Thursday\, March 7th at Catalina State Park! And we need your help! \nLast year the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection (CSDP) co-hosted our first Critter Cams for Kids Field Day with Manzanita Elementary School. And it was a huge success! \nWatch the video from last year’s event right here: \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=A5YditwWHuw \n\nThe four-week curriculum built for this project continues to provide kids with a deeper foundation of knowledge about wildlife linkages and habitat fragmentation\, as they help sort wildlife camera photos from our cameras near the Oracle Road wildlife crossings and attend a Field Day experience. \nThis year\, the project has expanded district-wide. \nWe need volunteers to join us for our 2019 Critter Cam Field Day event\, serving 4 schools\, and 400 students\, over 2 days. Participating partners include Catalina Foothills School District\, Arizona Game and Fish Department\, Tucson Audubon\, and Catalina State Park\, among others. \nAs a Desert Guide volunteer you would represent CSDP and interact with groups of 4th grade students by leading or assisting with an activity station\, including: nature walk and camera guides\, using binoculars and spotting scopes\, wildlife tracks\, camouflage painting\, set up and take down\, and other activities. \nWe need volunteers who can cover one or more of the following shifts: \nMorning\, Tuesday\, March 5th\, 8am to 12pm\nAfternoon\, Tuesday\, March 5th\, 11am to 3pm\nMorning\, Thursday\, March 7th\, 8am to 12pm\nAfternoon\, Thursday\, March 7th\, 11am to 3pm \nContact Whelan at sarah.whelan@sonorandesert.org to sign up or with questions. Please specify your time and day availability. Training provided!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/critter-cam-field-day-opportunity/
LOCATION:Catalina State Park\, 11570 N Oracle Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181218
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20181117T042115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181117T042115Z
UID:2824-1545004800-1545091199@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Northern Arizona Pronghorn capture
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE \nPronghorn capture volunteers needed on December 17 and potentially the 18th in northern Arizona. \nMore details to come.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/northern-arizona-pronghorn-capture/
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event,Volunteer Opportunity
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20181018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20181023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20180816T223432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T223432Z
UID:2756-1539849600-1540314000@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD Black-footed Ferret Spotlighting
DESCRIPTION:AZGFD Black-footed Ferret Spotlighting\nOctober 18th – 23rd\n  \nThe Black-footed Ferret Project will again be hosting their fall spotlighting events in Aubrey Valley and on the Double O\nRanch\, and the project is going to host a 5-night event in September\, and a 5-night event in October. The dates will be\nSeptember 20th – 24th and October 18th – 22nd. For the September event\, spotlighting will begin on Thursday night\nSeptember 20th and conclude on Tuesday morning September 25th. For the October event\, spotlighting will begin on\nThursday night October 18th and conclude on Tuesday morning October 23rd. Fall events are held to assess the ferret\npopulation going into winter\, to trap dispersing kits\, and to trap older ferrets that need a canine distemper or plague\nbooster.\nThe ferret population is usually at its highest going into the winter\, so there is an increased chance to see and trap a\nferret. Because ferrets are being seen in areas where we normally do not spotlight\, we will have teams go out and\nspotlight these new areas to try and trap these ferrets. Besides ferrets\, other animals that could be observed during\nspotlighting include foxes\, badgers\, coyotes\, owls\, hawks\, porcupines\, skunks\, and pronghorn.\nPlease RSVP by Sept. 14th for the September event and Oct. 12th for the October event…\nPlease indicate what month(s) and night(s) you would like to spotlight\, indicate who else (First and Last name) will be\nattending with you\, Please\, indicate if you will be able to use your own vehicle\, and the vehicle capacity (4×4 vehiclle preferred but not required). If you are able to bring a high clearance vehicle\, it is greatly appreciated\, as it frees up vehicle space for others and allows greater coverage of the Aubrey Valley. Mileage is tax deductible. List any of the\nfollowing equipment that you are able to bring: GPS\, clipboard\, flashlight\, backpack\, binoculars\, or a cordless\nrechargeable spotlight. \nTo RVSP or for more information please use the email below with the subject line “Fall Spotlighting”: azferret@azgfd.gov
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-black-footed-ferret-spotlighting-2/
LOCATION:Seligman\, AZ\, Seligman\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event,Volunteer Opportunity
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180928T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20180816T223731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T223731Z
UID:2758-1538118000-1538233200@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD Fish Habitat Construction
DESCRIPTION:Fish Habitat Construction\nFriday\, September 28th 7a.m. to 5p.m.\, and Saturday\, September 29th 7a.m. to 3p.m.\nThe Arizona Game and Fish Department will be constructing fish habitat at Roosevelt Lake\, located in the Tonto National\nForest\, on Friday\, Sept. 28\, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.\, and Saturday\, Sept. 29\, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Volunteers are welcome to come help\nbuild these structures.\nMeet up at the Windy Hill amphitheater parking lot\, where about 200 Georgia cubes (pictured) will be built. Please bring\nany cordless drills and sawzalls. It will be hot\, so come prepared. If you plan on helping us both days\, a pass will be\nprovided for free camping in a U.S. Forest Service campground.\nIf you have any questions\, email Bryant Dickens at bdickens@azgfd.gov
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-fish-habitat-construction/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180930
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20180828T152000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T152000Z
UID:2780-1538092800-1538265599@aztws.com
SUMMARY:8th Annual Jackrabbit Survey
DESCRIPTION:8th Annual Jackrabbit Survey\nSaturday\, September 29th\, 2018 \nSurvey blacktail and antelope jackrabbits while strolling through beautiful semi desert grasslands. No experience necessary. Must be able to walk 1.5 miles in uneven desert terrain. \nOptional: Friday PM – Camp south of Mile Post 33 east of Hwy 286. \nSaturday 8:30AM – Meet at Arivaca Road/Hwy 286 for 1st survey on BANWR. After 1st survey\, caravan to 2nd survey on King’s Anvil Ranch. \nSurveys will be done by 1:30PM on Saturday. Please wear pants\, boots\, long sleeves\, sunscreen & a hat. Bring water\, pens\, food\, and a positive attitude! \n\nPlease RSVP: Maria (maltemus@live.com) by September 20\, 2017
URL:https://aztws.com/event/8th-annual-jackrabbit-survey/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180925
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20180816T223302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T223302Z
UID:2752-1537401600-1537833599@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD Black-footed Ferret Spotlighting
DESCRIPTION:AZGFD Black-footed Ferret Spotlighting\nSeptember 20-24th\n  \nThe Black-footed Ferret Project will again be hosting their fall spotlighting events in Aubrey Valley and on the Double O\nRanch\, and the project is going to host a 5-night event in September\, and a 5-night event in October. The dates will be\nSeptember 20th – 24th and October 18th – 22nd. For the September event\, spotlighting will begin on Thursday night\nSeptember 20th and conclude on Tuesday morning September 25th. For the October event\, spotlighting will begin on\nThursday night October 18th and conclude on Tuesday morning October 23rd. Fall events are held to assess the ferret\npopulation going into winter\, to trap dispersing kits\, and to trap older ferrets that need a canine distemper or plague\nbooster.\nThe ferret population is usually at its highest going into the winter\, so there is an increased chance to see and trap a\nferret. Because ferrets are being seen in areas where we normally do not spotlight\, we will have teams go out and\nspotlight these new areas to try and trap these ferrets. Besides ferrets\, other animals that could be observed during\nspotlighting include foxes\, badgers\, coyotes\, owls\, hawks\, porcupines\, skunks\, and pronghorn.\nPlease RSVP by Sept. 14th for the September event and Oct. 12th for the October event…\nPlease indicate what month(s) and night(s) you would like to spotlight\, indicate who else (First and Last name) will be\nattending with you\, Please\, indicate if you will be able to use your own vehicle\, and the vehicle capacity (4×4 vehiclle preferred but not required). If you are able to bring a high clearance vehicle\, it is greatly appreciated\, as it frees up vehicle space for others and allows greater coverage of the Aubrey Valley. Mileage is tax deductible. List any of the\nfollowing equipment that you are able to bring: GPS\, clipboard\, flashlight\, backpack\, binoculars\, or a cordless\nrechargeable spotlight. \nTo RVSP or for more information please use the email below with the subject line “Fall Spotlighting”: azferret@azgfd.gov
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-black-footed-ferret-spotlighting/
LOCATION:Seligman\, AZ\, Seligman\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event,Volunteer Opportunity
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180913T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180916T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184628
CREATED:20180418T155025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T155025Z
UID:2587-1536849000-1537120800@aztws.com
SUMMARY:SIA Aravaipa Canyon Vinca Removal
DESCRIPTION:SIA Aravaipa Canyon Vinca Removal\nSeptember 13th\, 2018 @ 2:30pm – September 16th\, 2018 @ 6:00pm \nTHE WORK: \nSky Island Alliance has been helping TNC and the BLM in Aravaipa Canyon for several years on a variety of projects to increase watershed health along this perennial riparian area. During this trip we are continuing our work to remove the invasive plant vinca (or periwinkle) from the understory of the creek banks. This will require digging and fastidious removal of root material\, with tools provided by Sky Island Alliance. We’ll be bending\, digging\, getting dirty\, and wet as well. We will be working to clear vinca right along the banks of the creek\, meaning that we will almost certainly be wading in and out of the water throughout each day. This work is part of our long-term goal of eradicating vinca from the entire canyon! \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE! \nWHAT TO EXPECT: \nThe Nature Conservancy (TNC) has donated the use of the Aravaipa Canyon Preserve guesthouse\, nestled right along Aravaipa Creek. TNC’s Aravaipa Canyon Preserve guesthousehas 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms\, with showers and a full kitchen (with basic implements). There is also a screened sleeping porch\, and a bunkhouse with two rooms with beds. You may choose to sleep on a bed (bring your own comfy bedding) or camp under the stars in your tent. Beds will be first-come/first serve\, unless you let us know that you need to have priority\, and there are no single-occupancy rooms available. \n\nBring your own meals for the weekend – a minimum of 3 breakfasts\, 3 lunches\, and 3 dinners\, with snacks.\nPotable water is available onsite\, along with communal refrigerator space.\nBe prepared to unplug – there is no cellphone or internet service at Aravaipa Canyon.\nBring work clothes and appropriate close-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty and wet. You may want sandals or water shoes for walking in the creek.\nInsect repellent is a good idea this time of year!\n\nLOCATION: \nAravaipa Canyon is located in the northern Galiuro Mountains and only a few miles from the Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness. The Preserve is only 50 miles northeast of Tucson\, Arizona as the bird flies (approximately 3 to 3.5 hours drive from Tucson or Phoenix). “Not only does the ranch sit over the main aquifer that supplies Aravaipa Creek\, it’s also an important corridor for wildlife traveling from the Galiuro Mountains to the Santa Teresa Mountains\,” says the Preserve’s manager\, Mark Haberstich. With over 10 miles of perennial water\, Aravaipa Canyon is a rare riparian jewel in southern Arizona; it is an important tributary to the Lower San Pedro River. We always see a variety of wildlife in Aravaipa Canyon\, you will want to have your binocoulars! For more information about the Preserve:\nhttp://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/arizona/placesweprotect/aravaipa-canyon-preserve.xml \nWe will be working on the EAST SIDE of the canyon\, at the headwaters of the perennial creek. \nGETTING THERE: \nDuring monsoon season\, a high-clearance vehicle is strongly encouraged. There are 2-3 wet wash crossings (yes\, there is perennial water!) before arriving at the guesthouse.\nOption 1:\nMeet at the SIA office at 406 S 4th Ave to caravan/carpool to Aravaipa Canyon at 2:30 pm on Thursday. We have limited room for passengers in vehicles – please let us know ahead of time if you need a ride so we can ensure space for everyone (or if you’d like to drive your personal vehicle and have space for a passenger). \nWe will head east on 1-10 toward Willcox (and a bathroom break) before heading off toward the northwest for the canyon. The last 40 miles or so are on a well-maintained dirt road. \nOption 2:\nIf you have been there before and would like to meet us out there\, just let us know when to expect you on Thursday evening. \nFrom Tucson: (155 miles) Take I-10 east to Willcox exit 340. Turn left onto Fort Grant Road and go north 30 miles to Bonita. Turn left onto Klondyke Road and go 32 miles to Klondyke. Preserve entrance is seven miles past Klondyke. The last 38 miles is a gravel road and subject to closure during wet weather. \nFrom Phoenix: (190 miles) Take Highway 60 east to Globe\, then U.S. 70 south to Fort Thomas. Travel eight miles past Fort Thomas and turn right onto Klondyke Road. Travel 28 miles to Klondyke. Preserve entrance is seven miles past Klondyke. The last 38 miles is a gravel road and subject to closure during wet weather. \nTRIP LOGISTICS \n\nThursday 2:30 PM: Meet with SIA staff at our office to carpool to the TNC Guesthouse.\nThursday 6:00 PM: If you would like to meet SIA at the guesthouse\, you may arrive after 6:00 PM on Thursday. Follow our green SIA arrow sign for the correct turnoff.\nFriday 8:00 AM: Be prepared to go over the day’s work and head out. We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch.\nSaturday 8:00 AM: At it again.\nSunday 8:00 AM: Get started on the day’s work. We will finish up by early afternoon and then head back to Tucson.\nSunday 6:00 PM: We will be back to our Tucson office by 6:00 PM Sunday.\n\nPLEASE NOTE:\nThis is a family-friendly trip; let us know if you plan to bring any youngsters and any special concerns. A limited number of well-behaved dogs will be allowed – please let us know if you have a 4-legger that you’d like to bring along. \nFor more information\, please contact Bryon Lichtenhan at bryon@skyislandalliance.org.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/sia-aravaipa-canyon-vinca-removal-3/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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SUMMARY:SIA Walnut Collection Trip
DESCRIPTION:Walnut Collection Trip\nAugust 15th\, 2018 @ 8:30am – 4:30pm \nBACKGROUND \nSky Island Alliance is partnering with the National Forest Service and Borderlands Restoration to create a diverse plant palette for restoration work in Bear Canyon! Walnuts are especially important because they provide food for the Santa Catalina gray squirrel\, a sub-species of the Arizona gray squirrel that seems to be less common than it used to be due to habitat changes and competition with the introduced Abert’s squirrel. The seeds we collect will be grown out to be re-planted in Bear Canyon\, and other nearby canyons. \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE! \nPROJECT SCHEDULE & LOCATION \n\nIf you would like a ride to the worksite from the downtown area\, we will be leaving the SIA office (406 S 4th Ave) at 7:45AM.\nIf you’d like to meet us on the east side of town\, we will meet at the south end (near Tanque Verde Rd) of the Madera Village Shopping Center (NE corner of Tanque Verde and Catalina Highway) parking lot at 8:30AM\nWe will work though the day with a break for lunch and plan on being back to our meeting spot by 4:30PM\, if not before.\n\nTHE WORK AND WHAT TO KNOW \nOur tasks will involve collecting seeds from targeted plant species. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. Sky Island Alliance and/or Borderlands Restoration will provide all tools and instruction as well as extra copies of our volunteer waivers which need to be signed by each participant only once per calendar year. \nWHAT TO BRING \n\nWater\, snacks\, and lunch.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is required by the Forest Service. We also recommend rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants) depending on weather conditions.\n\nQuestions?\nContact Bryon Lichtenhan at bryon@skyislandalliance.org
URL:https://aztws.com/event/sia-walnut-collection-trip/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180809T143000
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SUMMARY:SIA Aravaipa Canyon Vinca Removal
DESCRIPTION:Aravaipa Canyon Vinca Removal\nAugust 9th\, 2018 @ 2:30pm – August 12th\, 2018 @ 6:00pm \n  \nTHE WORK: \nSky Island Alliance has been helping TNC and the BLM in Aravaipa Canyon for several years on a variety of projects to increase watershed health along this perennial riparian area. During this trip we are continuing our work to remove the invasive plant vinca (or periwinkle) from the understory of the creek banks. This will require digging and fastidious removal of root material\, with tools provided by Sky Island Alliance. We’ll be bending\, digging\, getting dirty\, and wet as well. We will be working to clear vinca right along the banks of the creek\, meaning that we will almost certainly be wading in and out of the water throughout each day. This work is part of our long-term goal of eradicating vinca from the entire canyon! \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE! \nWHAT TO EXPECT: \nThe Nature Conservancy (TNC) has donated the use of the Aravaipa Canyon Preserve guesthouse\, nestled right along Aravaipa Creek. TNC’s Aravaipa Canyon Preserve guesthousehas 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms\, with showers and a full kitchen (with basic implements). There is also a screened sleeping porch\, and a bunkhouse with two rooms with beds. You may choose to sleep on a bed (bring your own comfy bedding) or camp under the stars in your tent. Beds will be first-come/first serve\, unless you let us know that you need to have priority\, and there are no single-occupancy rooms available. \n\nBring your own meals for the weekend – a minimum of 3 breakfasts\, 3 lunches\, and 3 dinners\, with snacks.\nPotable water is available onsite\, along with communal refrigerator space.\nBe prepared to unplug – there is no cellphone or internet service at Aravaipa Canyon.\nBring work clothes and appropriate close-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty and wet. You may want sandals or water shoes for walking in the creek.\nInsect repellent is a good idea this time of year!\n\nLOCATION: \nAravaipa Canyon is located in the northern Galiuro Mountains and only a few miles from the Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness. The Preserve is only 50 miles northeast of Tucson\, Arizona as the bird flies (approximately 3 to 3.5 hours drive from Tucson or Phoenix). “Not only does the ranch sit over the main aquifer that supplies Aravaipa Creek\, it’s also an important corridor for wildlife traveling from the Galiuro Mountains to the Santa Teresa Mountains\,” says the Preserve’s manager\, Mark Haberstich. With over 10 miles of perennial water\, Aravaipa Canyon is a rare riparian jewel in southern Arizona; it is an important tributary to the Lower San Pedro River. We always see a variety of wildlife in Aravaipa Canyon\, you will want to have your binocoulars! For more information about the Preserve:\nhttp://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/arizona/placesweprotect/aravaipa-canyon-preserve.xml \nWe will be working on the EAST SIDE of the canyon\, at the headwaters of the perennial creek. \nGETTING THERE: \nDuring monsoon season\, a high-clearance vehicle is strongly encouraged. There are 2-3 wet wash crossings (yes\, there is perennial water!) before arriving at the guesthouse.\nOption 1:\nMeet at the SIA office at 406 S 4th Ave to caravan/carpool to Aravaipa Canyon at 2:30 pm on Thursday. We have limited room for passengers in vehicles – please let us know ahead of time if you need a ride so we can ensure space for everyone (or if you’d like to drive your personal vehicle and have space for a passenger). \nWe will head east on 1-10 toward Willcox (and a bathroom break) before heading off toward the northwest for the canyon. The last 40 miles or so are on a well-maintained dirt road. \nOption 2:\nIf you have been there before and would like to meet us out there\, just let us know when to expect you on Thursday evening. \nFrom Tucson: (155 miles) Take I-10 east to Willcox exit 340. Turn left onto Fort Grant Road and go north 30 miles to Bonita. Turn left onto Klondyke Road and go 32 miles to Klondyke. Preserve entrance is seven miles past Klondyke. The last 38 miles is a gravel road and subject to closure during wet weather. \nFrom Phoenix: (190 miles) Take Highway 60 east to Globe\, then U.S. 70 south to Fort Thomas. Travel eight miles past Fort Thomas and turn right onto Klondyke Road. Travel 28 miles to Klondyke. Preserve entrance is seven miles past Klondyke. The last 38 miles is a gravel road and subject to closure during wet weather. \nTRIP LOGISTICS \n\nThursday 2:30 PM: Meet with SIA staff at our office to carpool to the TNC Guesthouse.\nThursday 6:00 PM: If you would like to meet SIA at the guesthouse\, you may arrive after 6:00 PM on Thursday. Follow our green SIA arrow sign for the correct turnoff.\nFriday 8:00 AM: Be prepared to go over the day’s work and head out. We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch.\nSaturday 8:00 AM: At it again.\nSunday 8:00 AM: Get started on the day’s work. We will finish up by early afternoon and then head back to Tucson.\nSunday 6:00 PM: We will be back to our Tucson office by 6:00 PM Sunday.\n\nPLEASE NOTE:\nThis is a family-friendly trip; let us know if you plan to bring any youngsters and any special concerns. A limited number of well-behaved dogs will be allowed – please let us know if you have a 4-legger that you’d like to bring along. \nFor more information\, please contact Bryon Lichtenhan at bryon@skyislandalliance.org.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/sia-aravaipa-canyon-vinca-removal-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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