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SUMMARY:Diablo Trust & Friends of Northern Arizona Forests - Hay Lake Exclosure Fence Repair
DESCRIPTION:Diablo Trust and Friends of Northern Arizona Forests\nHay Lake Exclosure Fence Repair \nMogollon Rim Ranger District\, Coconino National Forest\nJune 2\, 2018 \nProject Location:  We will be working on the exclosure fence around the Hay Lake wetland.  \nProject Begins: Saturday June 2nd\, please arrive at the project site by 8:30 AM.  This is a one day project for all attendees.\n\nProject Activity: We will be installing Elk jumps\, repairing any breaks in fence\, and insuring that wire spacing facilitates wildlife passage.  \nBenefits: This fence repair project will improve the ability of big game species and other wildlife to move more freely and safely across the landscape. \nWhat to Bring: Work gloves\, pliers if you have a pair\, water\, and personal gear.  Lunch will be provided by Diablo Trust. \nContact: Jeremy Krones (Diablo Trust) at 928-523-0588 info@diablotrust.org or Roger Joos (USFS) at 928-477-5006 rejoos@fs.fed.us for project information.   \nIf you are planning to attend\, please RSVP via email to Jeremy at info@diablotrust.org by Thursday May 31st. \n\nDirections to Hay Lake Wetland:    \nFrom Flagstaff take Lake Mary Rd. south to Forest Road 211 (CCP #1 Access Rd). Distance from the Mormon Lake Ranger Station to FR 211 is approximately 44 miles.  Take a left (east) on 211 and travel approximately 8 miles to FR 82. Take a left (north) on FR 82 for about 7.5 miles to unnumbered Forest Road which is the east entrance to Hay Lake. We’ll meet at the gate about 8:30 am and proceed into the work area together.   \n\nEstimated travel time from Flagstaff is about 1.5 hours.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/diablo-trust-friends-of-northern-arizona-forests-hay-lake-exclosure-fence-repair/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180527
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
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SUMMARY:2018 Biology of Lizards
DESCRIPTION:2018 Biology of Lizards Conference\nMay 23 – 26\, 2018 \nGeronimo Event Center\, NM \nRegistration is now open for the 2018 Biology of Lizards Conference! Follow the link below to submit an abstract. \n  \nhttps://www.biologyoflizards.com/home
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2018-biology-of-lizards/
LOCATION:Chiricahua Desert Museum & Geronimo Event Center\, Highway 80 and Portal Road\, Rodeo\, NM\, 88056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T150856Z
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SUMMARY:Desert Botanical Garden: Feathers and Fluff Workshop
DESCRIPTION:SIA Aravaipa Canyon Vinca Removal\nMay 21st\, 2018 @ 6:30pm – 8:00pm \nBirds are defined by their feathers. In this interactive class\, we will look closely at feather structure\, color and function\, and share curious feather facts. We will discuss how knowing more about feathers will make you a better birder. Instructed by Kathe Anderson. Limit 12 so book soon! \n  \nPrice = $34/person or $27 for members \n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/desert-botanical-garden-feathers-and-fluff-workshop/
LOCATION:Desert Botanical Garden\, 1201 N Galvin Pkwy\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180418T153934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T153934Z
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SUMMARY:SIA Watering and Weeding in Bear Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Watering and Weeding in Bear Canyon\nMay 19th\, 2018 @ 8:00am – 2:00pm \nJoin SIA staff in Bear Canyon for a day of habitat restoration! Our work will focus on watering native plants that we’ve recently installed – helping them to get established until the relief of the monsoon rains come! \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE! \nBACKGROUND \nIf you’ve been working in Bear Canyon with us recently\, you know that we have been working hard to remove invasive grasses from the allong the creek\, and planting native plants that will benefit wildlife in our wake. Now we need to make sure our new additions to the canyon are able to get established! Come out and help us hold the space we’ve cleared of invasive fountain grass! \nPROJECT SCHEDULE (8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.) \n\n8:00 a.m.: Meet SIA staff at the south end of the Safeway parking lot at the NE corner of Sabino Canyon Rd and Tanque Verde Rd to carpool into our work site.\n2:00 p.m.: We will arive back at our meeting spot.\n\nTHE WORK \nOur work will involve watering and mulching the plants we’ve installed earlier this year\, as well as clearing Bermuda grass from areas that we planted. We will be hiking on a desert trail to our worksite\, but then will be working in loose\, uneven terrain\, while carrying tools and/or buckets of water\, and negotiating a potentially flowing stream. Volunteers shold feel comfortable working in these conditions\, but do not need to have prior training to participate\, and SIA will provide all tools necessary. \n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\n\n\nIMPORTANT: United States Forest Service requires closed-toe shoes for this project. Failure to comply means you will not be able to work with us. We also reccomend participants wear long pants\, and long sleeves.\nWater and any snacks/lunch you might need for a morning working outside.\nSun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock)\n\n\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nSite background and activity instruction.\nTools and materials.\nVolunteer agreement.\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by Madeline Ryder. If you have any questions please feel free to email her at madeline@skyislandalliance.org\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nDogs are not allowed on this project.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/sia-watering-and-weeding-in-bear-canyon-3/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Madeline Ryder":MAILTO:madeline@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180521
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180419T145108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T145108Z
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SUMMARY:Arizona Elk Society - Habitat Improvement at Long Valley Meadow
DESCRIPTION:Long Valley Meadow Phase II\nMay 19-20\, 2018 \nCamp will begin Friday night. Meals will be provided Friday night\, Saturday and Sunday. This project is a partnership between the Arizona Elk Society\, AZGFD and the US Forest Service. \nFor this habitat improvement project\, volunteers will remove trees\, lopping the limbs and stacking them so they can be burned. In the riparian creek channels we will be working to restore the functionality of the channel. In other areas we will be maintaining aspen enclosure fences & removing old barbed wire fences. \n\nRegister and find out more @ https://www.arizonaelksociety.org/ 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/arizona-elk-society-habitat-improvement-at-long-valley-meadow/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T151400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T151437Z
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SUMMARY:SIA: Madrean Conference 2018 (Tucson)
DESCRIPTION:Madrean Conference 2018\nMay 14 @ 8:00 am – May 18 @ 5:00 pm\n  \nBack by popular demand\, this will be the fourth symposium on the biologically rich Sky Islands of southeastern Arizona\, southwestern New Mexico\, and adjacent Mexico. \nREGISTER ONLINE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT! \nThe Biodiversity and Management of the Madrean Archipelago Conference (known as the Madrean Conference)\, is the premier regional event for sharing science and building collaboration.  The binational Madrean Archipelago\, or Sky Island region\, is recognized for its unique biological diversity\, natural beauty\, and cultural heritage. \nThe 2018 conference will highlight the current state of knowledge about the unique natural resources and human communities of the Sky Island region and seek to  advance management practices for maintaining those resources now and into the future by fostering collaboration and partnerships across the region. \nThe Conference includes opportunities for professional development through formal workshops\, moderated symposium\, field visits\,  practitioner presentations\, and informal exchange of information all at a single venue. \nWho Should Attend\nWe encourage the participation of researchers\, partners in resource stewardship\, land managers\, educators and students\, government officials\, consultants\, and the interested public from both sides of the border to examine\, discuss\, and celebrate the Madrean Archipelago. The event will feature invited and contributed presentations\, interactive discussions and learning sessions\, poster presentations\, field trips\, and social events. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE \nFor more information\, visit the Madrean Conference website.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2512/
LOCATION:DoubleTree Hotel Reid Park\, 445 S. Alvernon Way\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85711-4198\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180418T153652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T153817Z
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SUMMARY:SIA Watering and Weeding in Bear Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Watering and Weeding in Bear Canyon\nMay 5th\, 2018 @ 8:00am – 2:00pm \nJoin SIA staff in Bear Canyon for a day of habitat restoration! Our work will focus on watering native plants that we’ve recently installed – helping them to get established until the relief of the monsoon rains come! \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE! \nBACKGROUND \nIf you’ve been working in Bear Canyon with us recently\, you know that we have been working hard to remove invasive grasses from the allong the creek\, and planting native plants that will benefit wildlife in our wake. Now we need to make sure our new additions to the canyon are able to get established! Come out and help us hold the space we’ve cleared of invasive fountain grass! \nPROJECT SCHEDULE (8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.) \n\n8:00 a.m.: Meet SIA staff at the south end of the Safeway parking lot at the NE corner of Sabino Canyon Rd and Tanque Verde Rd to carpool into our work site.\n2:00 p.m.: We will arive back at our meeting spot.\n\nTHE WORK \nOur work will involve watering and mulching the plants we’ve installed earlier this year\, as well as clearing Bermuda grass from areas that we planted. We will be hiking on a desert trail to our worksite\, but then will be working in loose\, uneven terrain\, while carrying tools and/or buckets of water\, and negotiating a potentially flowing stream. Volunteers shold feel comfortable working in these conditions\, but do not need to have prior training to participate\, and SIA will provide all tools necessary. \n\nWHAT TO BRING \n\n\n\nIMPORTANT: United States Forest Service requires closed-toe shoes for this project. Failure to comply means you will not be able to work with us. We also reccomend participants wear long pants\, and long sleeves.\nWater and any snacks/lunch you might need for a morning working outside.\nSun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock)\n\n\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nSite background and activity instruction.\nTools and materials.\nVolunteer agreement.\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by Madeline Ryder. If you have any questions please feel free to email her at madeline@skyislandalliance.org\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nDogs are not allowed on this project.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/sia-watering-and-weeding-in-bear-canyon-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Madeline Ryder":MAILTO:madeline@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180506
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180419T152050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T152050Z
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SUMMARY:Arizona Field Ornithologists - Global Big Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Global Big Day in Arizona! \nMay 5th\, 2018 \nIf you like to get out in the spring sunshine and count birds\, you should sign up to participate in the annual Global Big Day (GBD) in Arizona on Saturday 5 May. Organized by eBird\, the GBD is coordinated in Arizona by AZFO and supported by local Audubon societies\, local bird clubs\, and others. With hundreds of volunteers in the field we will strive to get a “snapshot” of the progress and character of spring migration\, and most of all have fun! You can be flexible about the amount of time you spend in the field or you can just sit in your yard and count birds. Our highest state total is 303 species- this year we want to surpass that count by organizing to not miss any of the birds we know are there and by discovering some unexpected rarities. \nThe count is organized by county\, and if you want to volunteer\, check out the list of county coordinators. If you are in one of the four counties that don’t have a coordinator\, please offer to coordinate our efforts there. \n  \nWebsite: http://www.azfo.org/
URL:https://aztws.com/event/arizona-field-ornithologists-global-big-day/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180506
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180301T174047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180301T174047Z
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SUMMARY:Arid Lands Symposium: Integrating Research into Action
DESCRIPTION:Arid Lands Symposium: Integrating Research into Action\nWhen: May 4th & 5th\, 2018 (Friday\, Saturday) \nWhere:  \nMain Event: Scottsdale Community College (9000 E Chaparral Rd\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85256) \nTwilight Tour Cocktail Party: Desert Botanical Garden (1201 N Galvin Pkwy\, Phoenix\, AZ 85008) \nShare practical applications of research and monitoring results to inform adaptive management in the Southwest. Enhance collaboration for regional conservation. Inspire novel approaches to common challenges with hands-on workshops and discussion. Foster communication between land managers\, researchers\, and the public for effective land management. \nFor more information and to register\, visit http://bit.ly/MSC_research_symposium \nEarly bird registration ends March 15.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/arid-lands-symposium-integrating-research-into-action/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Community College\, 9000 East Chaparral Road\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85256\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180501
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180208T164820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T164820Z
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SUMMARY:AZGFD Black-footed Ferret Spotlighting (April)
DESCRIPTION:Black-footed Ferret Spotlighting Event (April)\nApril 26th – 29th\, count concludes early Monday morning\, April 30th. \nThe Black-footed Ferret Project will again be hosting their spring spotlighting events in Aubrey Valley and on the Double O Ranch\, and the project is going to host a 3-night event in March (see March announcement)\, and a 4-night event in April. Spring events are held to assess the ferret population after winter\, to trap kits that were not caught in the fall\, and to try and trap older ferrets that need a canine distemper or plague booster. \nPlease RVSP at your earliest convenience by April 20th for the April Event \nPlease indicate what month(s) and night(s) you would like to spotlight\, indicate who else (First and Last name) will be attending with you\, Please indicate if you will be able to use your own vehicle\, and the vehicle capacity (4×4 vehicle 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 following equipment that you are able to bring:  GPS\, clipboard\, flashlight\, backpack\, binoculars\, or a cordless rechargeable spotlight. \nTo RVSP or for more information please use the email below with the subject line “Spring Spotlighting“: \nazferret@azgfd.gov
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-black-footed-ferret-spotlighting-april/
LOCATION:Seligman\, AZ\, Seligman\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180509
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180208T171712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T171712Z
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SUMMARY:AZGFD Grand Canyon Fish Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:AZGFD Grand Canyon Fish Monitoring\nApril 25th – May 8th\, 2018\nArizona Game and Fish is looking for volunteers to help with fish monitoring on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. Volunteers will be using boat electrofishing\, hoop nets\, and angling. Volunteers help with setting and pulling hoop nets\, angling\, measuring fish\, and general camp chores (loading boats\, kitchen chores\, etc.). Groups should expect to work long hours in all kinds of weather to finish capturing and measuring fish! \nFood\, safety gear\, some camping gear (cots\, paco pads\, drybags)\, and transportation between Flagstaff\, AZ & the Grand Canyon will be provided. Volunteers will need to bring personal camping gear (sleeping bag\, raingear\, clothing\, etc)\, and get to Flagstaff\, AZ. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: the hike in/out of the canyon is not easy\, it is nine miles one way and has over 4\,300 ft of elevation change! \nWork will start on the morning of launch and the crew will not finish work until late afternoon/evening of take out day (Friday will require derigging and cleaning boats). If you are not local\, you will need to arrive in Flagstaff a day prior to the launch day OR the day you are hiking in. Hours will vary due to distance traveled and numbers of fish caught. \nVolunteers will be expected to: \n1.) Work hard\, help with both fish sampling and camp chores\n2.) Be able to lift 30-50 lbs\, and walk on uneven ground\n3.) Abide by camp hygiene rules (urinate in river\, use “outdoor toilet”\, wash hands regularly\n4.) Have a good attitude and work well with others \n\nVolunteers are needed for one 12-night trip (option is available to attend part of the trip). \nTo apply\, email by MARCH 1st\, 2018 with: a summary of relevant experience\, when you are available\, and your contact information.\nJan Boyer\nArizona Game and Fish Dept.\n506 N. Grant St Suite L\nFlagstaff\, AZ 86001\nEmail: Jboyer@azgfd.gov\n928-226-7677 \n\nIf you are interested\, please respond by 1 March 2018. 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-grand-canyon-fish-monitoring/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Jan Boyer":MAILTO:Jboyer@azgfd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180418T152824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T152955Z
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SUMMARY:AZGFD Montezuma Well Springsnail Survey
DESCRIPTION:AZGFD Montezuma Well Springsnail Survey\nSaturday\, April 21st \nJeff Sorensen with the AZGFD is looking for a few volunteers (first come\, first serve basis) to survey springsnails in Montezuma Well on Saturday\, April 21st. Volunteers will be kayaking in places only few are allowed to\, receive hands-on training using ArcGIS Collector app and learn about one of our smallest wildlife species in the state. \nThe Montezuma Well in the Verde Valley is home to a native springsnail found nowhere else in the world. The Arizona Game and Fish Department is working with the National Park Service and student volunteers to conduct annual monitoring surveys on this tiny aquatic snail at the well. \nSpringsnail surveys by AZGFD were started in 2016. The well’s spring run—or swallet—has an abundant population of springsnails living on the rough-textured rocks. Counts from 2016 and 2017 ranged between the hundreds and thousands of snails in 10-minute duration sampling. We’ll be using iPad tablets with ArcGIS Collector app to record data in the field. \nThe Department needs 3 to 4 university student volunteers to help out with a survey on Saturday\, April 21\, at Montezuma Well. Please sign up early if you want to participate\, and carpool up to and back from the site. We’ll be meeting at the AZGFD headquarters office at 5000 W. Carefree Hwy\, at 8 am on April 21. Dress to get wet—we’ll be wading in the knee-deep spring run and using kayaks to access other areas within the well pond. River sandals or old tennis shoes are recommended footwear. AZGFD will have all the sampling gear\, kayaks\, paddles\, and life jackets to be used. We’ll eat a late lunch at a local restaurant in the Verde Valley area\, then return to Phoenix in mid-afternoon. \nContact\nJeff Sorensen\nInvertebrate Wildlife Program Manager\njsorensen@azgfd.gov\n480-243-5496 cell
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-montezuma-well-springsnail-survey/
LOCATION:Arizona Game and Fish Headquarters\, 5000 W Carefree Hwy\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85086\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Sorensen":MAILTO:jsorensen@azgfd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180420T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180422T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T150733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T150733Z
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SUMMARY:SIA: Invasives Control in the Patagonias
DESCRIPTION:Invasives Control in the Patagonias\nApril 20 @ 2:30 pm – April 22 @ 6:00 pm\nBACKGROUND \nSky Island Alliance is partnering with the Coronado National Forest and Borderlands Restoration to restore a diverse riparian understory of native plants for wildlife and pollinators at Falls Spring in the Patagonia Mountains! This weekend we will work to remove invasive species and reclaim the site! \n  \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE! \nPROJECT SCHEDULE & LOCATION\n\nFriday: If you would like a ride down to our campsite\, or if you want to caravan\, we will be meeting at the SIA office (406 S 4th Ave) at 2:30 PM Friday.\nFriday: If you’d like to meet us at our campground\, plan on joining us after 4:30 PM Friday. The location of our campground is yet to be determined\, so stay tuned…\nSaturday: We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch.\nSunday: We will work through the morning and early afternoon (with a lunch break) and plan to be back to Tucson by 6:00 PM.\n\n\nTHE WORK AND WHAT TO KNOW \nWe will be focused on removing\, or treating\, invasive species such as Johnson grass. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. Sky Island Alliance 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\n\nWater\, snacks\, and meals for the weekend.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as are rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants)\nCamping gear for the weekend.\n\nSIA WILL PROVIDE \n\nNecessary tools and supplies for the weekend’s work.\nOur camp kitchen set up with stoves\, pots\, pans\, and utensils. Please feel free to bring your own as well\, if you like.\n\nQuestions?\nContact Bryon at bryon@skyislandalliance.org.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/sia-invasives-control-in-the-patagonias/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180414T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180208T173521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T173521Z
UID:2362-1523692800-1523725200@aztws.com
SUMMARY:2018 AZTWS Techniques Workshop
DESCRIPTION:2018 AZTWS Techniques Workshop\nApril 14th\, 2018 @ Horseshoe Ranch\nThis years techniques workshop has been announced! This is a great opportunity for students to learn techniques that professionals use in the field of wildlife management. This year\, the workshop is on April 14th\, 2018 at Horseshoe Ranch. It is free to attend but the Wildlife Society requests that you become a member of the Arizona chapter (Only $6). To learn more details about the workshop\, please look at the flyer that I have attached to this email. For those who are interested\, please email Holy Hicks by April 6th to reserve your spot. There are only 60 spots available. \n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2018-aztws-techniques-workshop/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Ranch\, 34.261707\, -112.057074
CATEGORIES:Techniques Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Hicks":MAILTO:hhicks@azgfd.gov
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180415
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180320T163212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180320T163212Z
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SUMMARY:PHX Zoo Earth Day: Volunteers Wanted!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day: Volunteers Wanted!\nApril 14th\, 2018 \nPhoenix\, AZ – Phoenix Zoo\nTwo available shifts; 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. or 12:15 – 5:00 p.m.\n \nWant to help inspire Zoo guests and motivate them to care for the natural world? Join us for our Earth Day event at the Phoenix Zoo\, where you will help run messaging and activity booths that are fun and educational for the whole family. Get hands on with fun\, earth-friendly activities that will help improve the future of the environment and all of its creatures by learning to Reduce\, Reuse\, & Recycle! \nIf you would like to participate at this event\, please visit the link below and fill out the form. \nhttps://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?ap=1287130079 \n\n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/phx-zoo-earth-day-volunteers-wanted/
LOCATION:Phoenix Zoo\, 455 N Galvin Pkwy \, Phoenix\, Arizona\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180415
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T142552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T142552Z
UID:2496-1523664000-1523750399@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD Black-tailed Prairie Dog Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:AZGFD Black-tailed Prairie Dog Monitoring\nAZGFD is looking for citizen scientists to document black-tailed prairie dogs (BTPD)\, along with other species\, weather conditions and more in Sonoita\, Arizona. There is now a smart phone application to streamline data collection and volunteers are needing to help test the app. Volunteers are needed any day of the week but prefer to have counts conducted for at least 3 hours in the morning and evenings. \nIf you’re interested\, email Kurt Licence at prairiedog@azgfd.gov to schedule a time.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-black-tailed-prairie-dog-monitoring-3/
LOCATION:Sonoita\, Arizona\, Sonoita\, AZ\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Kurt Licence":MAILTO:klicence@azgfd.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180416
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180320T153507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180320T153507Z
UID:2541-1523577600-1523836799@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AAF - Southeast Sonoita Plains Fence Modification
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Antelope Foundation\n\nSoutheast Sonoita Plains Fence Modification\nCamp @ Rose Tree Corrals\nApril 13-15\, 2018\nSonoita\, AZ\nProject Location:  We will be working on 4 different locations in the southeast Sonoita Plains with very short drives from our base camp at the Rose Tree Corrals. \nProject Begins: Friday April 13th at 10AM (we need 15 volunteers on Friday)\, Saturday April 14th 7:30-5. Meet at camp for all start times. The campsite will be available on Thursday night. This is a 2-day project\, but we need the most volunteers on Saturday. If you can only work one day Saturday would be the best for our work crew allocations. \nProject Activity: On Friday we will be modifying and repairing a quarter mile section of fence that is an entrance into a newly identified “Fawning Pasture” as well as modifying a 500-foot section of fence on the south end of the Upper Elgin Road. On Saturday we will be modifying 2 fences both approximately .75 miles in length. On all fence locations we will be removing the 2 bottoms strands of barbed wire and replacing with a single strand of smooth wire at a height of 18 inches. Fence stays will be removed and replaced with new as needed. \nPronghorn Benefits: The good news! All 4 of these fence modifications have been caused by the increased herd in this area (now 120 animals minimum\, up from 17 in 2012) utilizing and pioneering suitable habitat areas previously unoccupied by Pronghorn.  This project is likely a final “Capstone” effort and will complete free pronghorn access in the southeastern portion of the Santa Cruz Plains pronghorn corridor improvement project. \nNFWF Grant Benefits: All volunteer work hours and mileage will be use as in-kind match for our 6-year our Southeastern Arizona Pronghorn Enhancement project funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the Arizona Game and Fish Habitat Partnership program. \nWhat to Bring: Workgloves (The AAF will have a limited supply)\, snacks\, water\, personal gear. \nMeals: Please provide your own lunches to eat in the field on the 3 work days.  The AAF will be providing dinners on both Friday and Saturday nights and continental breakfasts with coffee and juice on Saturday and Sunday mornings.\nContact: Glen Dickens at (520-247-4907) for project information. \nIf you are planning to attend\, please RSVP to info@azantelope.org by Monday April 9th so we can plan to have enough food and tools. \nDirections to Camp:  \nAAF project/camp site will be about 10 miles southeast of the intersection of Highways 83/82 at Sonoita. \nTravel 20 miles south of Tucson on I-10; turn south on Highway 83 and travel 25 miles to the town of Sonoita intersection. \nFrom this point turn east on Highway 82 and travel approximately 5 miles to the Upper Elgin paved road. \nTurn south again and follow AAF signs from that  point. Camp will be located 4 miles south located on the east side of the roadway at the historic Rose Tree corrals and stone bunkhouse immediately adjacent to the roadway. \nClick here for a map \nClick here for a printable flyer.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/aaf-southeast-sonoita-plains-fence-modification/
LOCATION:Sonoita\, Arizona\, Sonoita\, AZ\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Antelope Foundation":MAILTO: info@azantelope.org 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180404T152833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180404T152833Z
UID:2545-1523451600-1523458800@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Thesis Defense: Sixty-Three Year Changes of Range Trend with Response to Livestock Exclusion in the Upper Sonoran Desert of South-Central Arizona
DESCRIPTION:Thesis Defense \nPresenter: Kellie Dunn \nApril 11th\, 1:00 PM\nArizona State University\,\nPolytechnic Campus; Room: AGBC 118 \nThe introduction of livestock on the vast majority of public lands may be used to simulate the conditions provided by herbivorous grazers in the past\, however little data has been collected on the effects of livestock grazing in upper Sonoran desert habitats. This is of particular interest because species that are characteristic of upland Sonoran desert plant communities did not evolve over time under heavy grazing regimes. Four historic Parker 3-Step clusters in south-central Arizona were sampled in three cohorts between 1953 and 2016 to interpret changes in rangeland health using soil coverage data\, species richness and frequency\, and long-term photo point comparisons. Livestock were excluded from the study site in the latter 30 years of this study. Over the 63 year period\, there was a 67% increase in perennial basal hits\, and a 56% increase in rock\, while decreases were seen in litter (-58%) and bare soil (-9%). The average percent of cover increased by 63% across the allotment and available species richness data indicated an increase of 16 unique species after grazing was ceased. The use of moderate grazing as a management practice on rangelands will assist in maintaining forage stands\, but only when used at proper rates. It is therefore increasingly important for rangeland managers to understand the effects of livestock grazing in arid environments due to the lack of long-term studies conducted in such life zones. \n\nCommittee: Eddie Alford\, Stanley Cunningham\, Jean Stutz
URL:https://aztws.com/event/thesis-defense-sixty-three-year-changes-of-range-trend-with-response-to-livestock-exclusion-in-the-upper-sonoran-desert-of-south-central-arizona/
LOCATION:ASU Polytechnic Campus\, 7001 E Williams Field Rd\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180409T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180410T163000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T143527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T143527Z
UID:2498-1523262600-1523377800@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Riparian Restoration & Tamarisk Beetle Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Riparian Restoration & Tamarisk Beetle Workshop\nApril 9/10\, 2018\nBenson\, Arizona\nPresentation on invasive plant removal and revegetation techniques\, innovative restoration tools\, planning\, monitoring\, and tamarisk beetle history\, spread\, and impacts. \n\nWhere: In-class – Cochise College Benson Center – Benson\, AZ\nField portion – various sites on the San Pedro River \nWhen: 8:30 – 4:30\, Monday\, April 9th and Tuesday\, April 10th \nWho: Restoration experts\, land managers\, weed warriors\, river enthusiasts\, and YOU! \nCost: $25 includes a plethora of provided materials\, snacks\, beverages\, and lunch on the first day. \n\nRegister by APRIL 2nd! \nRIVERSEDGEWEST.ORG or Contact BBloodworth@riversedgewest.org for more information
URL:https://aztws.com/event/riparian-restoration-tamarisk-beetle-workshop/
LOCATION:Cochise College Benson Center\, 1025 AZ-90\, Benson\, AZ\, 85602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Techniques Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T150534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T150534Z
UID:2505-1523174400-1523196000@aztws.com
SUMMARY:SIA: Watering and Weeding in Bear Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Watering and Weeding in Bear Canyon\nApril 8 @ 8:00am – 2:00pm\n  \nBEAR CANYON RESTORATION\nJoin SIA staff in Bear Canyon for a day of habitat restoration! Our work will focus on watering native plants that we’ve recently installed – helping them to get established until the relief of the monsoon rains come! \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE! \nBACKGROUND \nIf you’ve been working in Bear Canyon with us recently\, you know that we have been working hard to remove invasive grasses from the allong the creek\, and planting native plants that will benefit wildlife in our wake. Now we need to make sure our new additions to the canyon are able to get established! Come out and help us hold the space we’ve cleared of invasive fountain grass! \nPROJECT SCHEDULE (8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.) \n\n8:00 a.m.: Meet SIA staff at the south end of the Safeway parking lot at the NE corner of Sabino Canyon Rd and Tanque Verde Rd to carpool into our work site.\n2:00 p.m.: We will arive back at our meeting spot.\n\nTHE WORK \nOur work will involve watering and mulching the plants we’ve installed earlier this year\, as well as clearing Bermuda grass from areas that we planted. We will be hiking on a desert trail to our worksite\, but then will be working in loose\, uneven terrain\, while carrying tools and/or buckets of water\, and negotiating a potentially flowing stream. Volunteers shold feel comfortable working in these conditions\, but do not need to have prior training to participate\, and SIA will provide all tools necessary. \nWHAT TO BRING \n\n\n\nIMPORTANT: United States Forest Service requires closed-toe shoes for this project. Failure to comply means you will not be able to work with us. We also reccomend participants wear long pants\, and long sleeves.\nWater and any snacks/lunch you might need for a morning working outside.\nSun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock)\n\n\n\nPROVIDED BY SIA \n\nSite background and activity instruction.\nTools and materials.\nVolunteer agreement.\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \n\nThis project will be led by Madeline Ryder. If you have any questions please feel free to email her at madeline@skyislandalliance.org\nSnake season is upon us! Please be careful when placing hands and feet; notify staff of any hazards as soon as possible.\nDogs are not allowed on this project
URL:https://aztws.com/event/sia-watering-and-weeding-in-bear-canyon/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Madeline Ryder":MAILTO:madeline@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180406T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180408T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T150210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T150210Z
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SUMMARY:SIA: Planting and Invasives Control in the Patagonias
DESCRIPTION:Planting and Invasives Control in the Patagonias\nApril 6 @ 2:30 pm – April 8 @ 6:00 pm\nBACKGROUND \nSky Island Alliance is partnering with the Coronado National Forest and Borderlands Restoration to restore a diverse riparian understory of native plants for wildlife and pollinators at Falls Spring in the Patagonia Mountains! This weekend we will work to remove invasive species and plant native grasses to reclaim the site! \n  \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE! \nPROJECT SCHEDULE & LOCATION\n\nFriday: If you would like a ride down to our campsite\, or if you want to caravan\, we will be meeting at the SIA office (406 S 4th Ave) at 2:30 PM Friday.\nFriday: If you’d like to meet us at our campground\, plan on joining us after 4:30 PM Friday. The location of our campground is yet to be determined\, so stay tuned…\nSaturday: We will work throughout the day with a break for lunch.\nSunday: We will work through the morning and early afternoon (with a lunch break) and plan to be back to Tucson by 6:00 PM.\n\n\nTHE WORK AND WHAT TO KNOW \nOur tasks will involve planting native grasses grown out by Borderlands Restoration and removing invasive species such as Johnson grass. Volunteers do not need to have prior training to participate. Sky Island Alliance 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\n\nWater\, snacks\, and meals for the weekend.\nSturdy footwear (ex. hiking boots) with closed toes is encouraged as are rain gear and sun protection (ex. wide-brimmed hat\, sunblock\, long sleeved shirt and long pants)\nCamping gear for the weekend.\n\nSIA WILL PROVIDE \n\nNecessary tools and supplies for the weekend’s work.\nOur camp kitchen set up with stoves\, pots\, pans\, and utensils. Please feel free to bring your own as well\, if you like.\n\nQuestions?\nContact Bryon at bryon@skyislandalliance.org. \n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/sia-planting-and-invasives-control-in-the-patagonias/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryon Lichtenhan":MAILTO:bryon@skyislandalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180401
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T142102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T142102Z
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SUMMARY:AZGFD Black-tailed Prairie Dog Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:AZGFD Black-tailed Prairie Dog Monitoring\nAZGFD is looking for citizen scientists to document black-tailed prairie dogs (BTPD)\, along with other species\, weather conditions and more in Sonoita\, Arizona. There is now a smart phone application to streamline data collection and volunteers are needing to help test the app. Volunteers are needed any day of the week but prefer to have counts conducted for at least 3 hours in the morning and evenings. \nIf you’re interested\, email Kurt Licence at prairiedog@azgfd.gov to schedule a time.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-black-tailed-prairie-dog-monitoring-2/
LOCATION:Sonoita\, Arizona\, Sonoita\, AZ\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Kurt Licence":MAILTO:klicence@azgfd.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180402
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180208T164616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T164616Z
UID:2348-1522281600-1522627199@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD Black-footed Ferret Spotlighting (March)
DESCRIPTION:Black-footed Ferret Spotlighting Event (March)\nMarch 29th – 31st\, count concludes early Sunday morning\, April 1st. \nThe Black-footed Ferret Project will again be hosting their spring spotlighting events in Aubrey Valley and on the Double O Ranch\, and the project is going to host a 3-night event in March\, and a 4-night event in April (see April announcement). Spring events are held to assess the ferret population after winter\, to trap kits that were not caught in the fall\, and to try and trap older ferrets that need a canine distemper or plague booster. \nPlease RVSP at your earliest convenience by March 23rd for the March event \nPlease indicate what month(s) and night(s) you would like to spotlight\, indicate who else (First and Last name) will be attending with you\, Please indicate if you will be able to use your own vehicle\, and the vehicle capacity (4×4 vehicle 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 following equipment that you are able to bring:  GPS\, clipboard\, flashlight\, backpack\, binoculars\, or a cordless rechargeable spotlight. \n\nTo RVSP or for more information please use the email below with the subject line “Spring Spotlighting“: \nazferret@azgfd.gov \n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-black-footed-ferret-spotlighting-march/
LOCATION:Seligman\, AZ\, Seligman\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180326
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180208T172210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T172210Z
UID:2358-1521849600-1522022399@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Arizona Game & Fish Dept. Outdoor Expo - VOLUNTEERS WANTED
DESCRIPTION:AZGFD 2018 Outdoor Expo\nSaturday\, March 24th – Sunday\, March 25th\, 2018\nVolunteers are needed for the annual Game and Fish Outdoor Expo. Volunteer opportunities include helping in: \n-Family Fishing\, where you would be helping youth and families catch fish\, pose for pictures and releasing back live fish (8am-5pm shift with a lunch break) \n-Lake Paddlemore\, helping youth and families in line or in the kayaking pond\, you will be standing knee high in clean chlorinated water assisting people in and out of kayaks and guiding them through the course (8am-5pm shift with lunch break). \nThe Expo is Saturday\, March 24th and Sunday\, March 25th from 8am to 5pm at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix. Volunteers are needed for both days. If you are interested in helping out\, email Jamie Lyons or call her at 602-803-5157.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/arizona-game-fish-dept-outdoor-expo-volunteers-wanted/
LOCATION:Ben Avery Shooting Facility\, 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85086\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Lyons":MAILTO:JLyons@azgfd.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180325
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T141955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T141955Z
UID:2491-1521849600-1521935999@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD Black-tailed Prairie Dog Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:AZGFD Black-tailed Prairie Dog Monitoring\nAZGFD is looking for citizen scientists to document black-tailed prairie dogs (BTPD)\, along with other species\, weather conditions and more in Sonoita\, Arizona. There is now a smart phone application to streamline data collection and volunteers are needing to help test the app. Volunteers are needed any day of the week but prefer to have counts conducted for at least 3 hours in the morning and evenings. \nIf you’re interested\, email Kurt Licence at prairiedog@azgfd.gov to schedule a time. \n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-black-tailed-prairie-dog-monitoring/
LOCATION:Sonoita\, Arizona\, Sonoita\, AZ\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Kurt Licence":MAILTO:klicence@azgfd.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180321T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180316T145537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T145537Z
UID:2501-1521653400-1521662400@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Phoenix Zoo - "The Ark and Beyond" Book release!
DESCRIPTION:MARCH 21 | 5:30 – 8 P.M.\nPHOENIX ZOO STONE HOUSE PAVILION\nFREE TO THE PUBLIC\, \nCan zoos save the world? Authored by a top-flight group of zoo and aquarium leaders\, historians\, biologists\, ethicists\, and social scientists\, “The Ark and Beyond” (published by the University of Chicago Press) traces the history and considers the present and future role of zoos as conservation organizations. \n“In an age of extinction\, ‘wild’ places are increasingly being managed like zoos. What role do actual zoos and aquariums have to play? “The Ark and Beyond” looks at this question from all angles; the result is both informative and thought-provoking.” —Elizabeth Kolbert\, author of the Pulitzer Prize–winning “The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History” \nJoin us for a special panel to discuss and celebrate “The Ark and Beyond” with some of its contributors: \n\nRuth Allard\, Arizona Center for Nature Conservation/Phoenix Zoo\nSusan Clayton\, College of Wooster\nHarry Greene\, Cornell University\nCraig Ivanyi\, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum\nKristen Lukas\, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo\nBen Minteer\, Arizona State University (moderator) \n\nOpening reception with refreshments begins at 5:30 p.m. \nCopies of “The Ark and Beyond” will be available for purchase\, with a book signing after the panel. \nRSVP to jgreenberg@phoenixzoo.org by March 14.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/phoenix-zoo-the-ark-and-beyond-book-release/
LOCATION:Phoenix Zoo\, 455 N Galvin Pkwy \, Phoenix\, Arizona\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180318
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20170621T153342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170621T153342Z
UID:1777-1521244800-1521331199@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD Cormorant Counts: March
DESCRIPTION:Count Cormorants with the Arizona Game & Fish Dept.\nThe AZGFD needs your help in conducting research statewide to characterize cormorant populations and their distributions and impacts on fish. \nThree options for helping out: \n\nAssist with a one-day cormorant count at assigned water bodies or within a specific area that may contain multiple waters. You can sign up to help on any or all of the count dates (see below). This statewide count will take place during 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, and will occur on the specified dates over the next year:\n\nFall count: September 16\, 2017\nWinter count: January 20\, 2018\nSpring count: March 17\, 2018\n\n\nVisit a specified area at least once a month or 3 times during each quarter to document and record the presence and location of tagged cormorants. Time of day is flexible. This effort will start after June 2017 and we will notify volunteers to start looking for tagged birds once we begin captures. Volunteers assisting with this effort and the above opportunity may be asked to survey their assigned count areas.\nAssist with direct observations of cormorants feeding to determine size (and species as feasible) of fish being eaten at each site. This effort will focus primarily on community fishing waters in urban areas and time of day for observations is flexible. We’re asking volunteers to visit designated sites during each quarter of the year. These observations can also be made when you’re out fishing at other places\, hiking\, or picnicking near water where there are cormorants present!\n\nHow to sign up!! \n\nEmail Larisa Harding (lharding@azgfd.gov) for a copy of the Volunteer enrollment form. The department needs volunteers throughout the year\, so even if you can’t help more than a day or two\, please inquire!\nAttend a training session! Training sessions will be scheduled primarily in August to prepare volunteers for the September count and increased cormorant activity in the fall. Location of training will be determined based on where volunteers are located. Training may take up to 2.5 hours and includes an orientation and discussion of survey methods for the quarterly counts (see above #1) and feeding observations (see above #3).\nBe prepared to complete some simple Department volunteer forms. Your time and effort allow us to provide ‘match’ for federal dollars that go directly to wildlife management and conservation!\nShare this information with your friends and family\, and recruit a buddy to be part of your observation team!\n\nFor more information\, please contact \nLarisa Harding (lharding@azgfd.gov\, 623-236-7301) or Esther Rubin (erubin@azgfd.gov\, 623-236-7379)
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-cormorant-counts-march/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Game and Fish Department":MAILTO:azferret@azgfd.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180303T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180208T163031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T163031Z
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SUMMARY:Jackrabbit Survey
DESCRIPTION:Jackrabbit Survey\nSaturday\, March 3rd\, 2018\n  \nSurvey Details: Surveys are walking transect surveys. Surveyors spread out in a line about 20m apart and walk forward\, flushing jackrabbits as they walk\, and record each animal. Each survey is about a mile long. The desert terrain varies from flat and lightly vegetated to hilly\, rocky\, and heavily vegetated. Other wildlife may be encountered\, including snakes. Surveyors should wear long pants\, boots or closed toe shoes\, and appropriate clothes for the weather (hat\, long sleeved shirt). Bring water\, snacks\, lunch if you’d like and sunscreen is advised. \nMeeting @ 8am on the corner of Sasabe Highway (Highway 286) and Arivaca Road (approx. coordinates 31.646625\, -111.498633). General directions from Tucson: go west on Ajo Highway (Highway 86) to Three Points. Go south on Highway 286 towards Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge (BANWR). Meeting at the intersection of Highway 286 and Arivaca Road near mile marker 12. It’s about an hour and a half drive from the University of Arizona. Note that you will have to go through a Border Patrol checkpoint to reach BANWR. \nCamping is available on Friday evening on the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge at campsite 8 off of Highway 286\, off the east side of the road\, north of mile marker 17. This is primitive camping\, with no facilities or water. Please plan accordingly. The campsite is about 5 miles from the meeting spot. Three Points is about 27 miles to the north of the campsite. \nAfter we meet at 8am on Saturday\, we’ll caravan to the first survey location on BANWR. We will do the survey\, get back to our vehicles\, and caravan to King’s Anvil Ranch (off of Highway 286 about 8 miles south off Three Points) for the second survey. Surveys should be done by 1pm. \n\nPlease read through the details thoroughly. If you are planning on attending\, please RSVP to me (Maria at maltemus@live.com) by 2/23/18 so I can get a head count and make sure we have enough participants. \nIf you have any further questions\, don’t hesitate to email\, call\, or text!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/jackrabbit-survey-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Altemus":MAILTO:maltemus@live.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180213T171407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180213T171407Z
UID:2372-1519808400-1519815600@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Leave No Trace\, Train the Trainer training
DESCRIPTION:Leave No Trace\, Train the Trainer training\nHosted by the BLM\nFebruary 28th\, 2018 @ 9:00 – 11:00AM\nLocation: Black Canyon City Heritage Park (33955 Old Black Canyon Hwy\, Black Canyon City\, AZ 85324)\nLeave No Trace training is intended for individuals who lead groups or interact with the public\, but is open to anyone. The training will provide an introduction to the principles of Leave No Trace and information about resources available for practitioners. \nFor more information & to RSVP\, contact AJ Whiteman\, Park Ranger for Agua Fria National Monument\, at 480-586-0197 or awhiteman@blm.gov .
URL:https://aztws.com/event/leave-no-trace-train-the-trainer-training/
LOCATION:Black Canyon City Heritage Park\, 33955 Old Black Canyon Hwy\, Black Canyon City\, AZ\, 85324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event
ORGANIZER;CN="AJ Whiteman":MAILTO:awhiteman@blm.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180227T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180227T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T064756
CREATED:20180223T194025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180223T194025Z
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SUMMARY:CACA: Is fire changing our Arizona Upland plant communities?
DESCRIPTION:Central Arizona Conservation Alliance \n  \nJoin us for the first Speaker Series event of 2018! \nUnderstanding how fire is changing our Arizona Upland plant communities with Kara Barron\, Research Assistant at the Desert Botanical Garden. \nWith fires occurring more frequently in the Sonoran Desert\, understanding how plant communities respond will inform effective land management practices. Kara hopes to shed some light on this subject by sharing the outcomes of four post-fire study sites: one that was seeded post-fire and three that recovered naturally. \nKara Barron is a Master’s student in the Plant Biology and Conservation program at Arizona State University\, focusing on plant community ecology and floristics. Her research involves studying how Arizona Upland plant community composition is affected by fire and is also conducting a floristic inventory for Cave Creek Regional Park. \nDesert Botanical Garden – Webster Auditorium\n1201 N Gavin Pkwy\nPhoenix\, AZ \nFree admission! RSVP at aquiroz@dbg.org.\n*Complimentary refreshments will be provided*
URL:https://aztws.com/event/caca-is-fire-changing-our-arizona-upland-plant-communities/
LOCATION:Desert Botanical Garden\, 1201 N Galvin Pkwy\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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