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SUMMARY:Range 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension for a Range 101 Workshop\, a full-day introduction to rangeland management. This workshop is designed for new producers\, agency personnel\, and anyone interested in learning about how ecological sites influence forage and vegetation communities\, how to monitor rangelands\, and how to manage grazing sustainably. \nDate: November 20\, 2025Location: Deep Well Ranch\, 8400 N. State Route 89\, Prescott\, AZ 86301 \nAgenda Highlights: \n\nApplying the Art of Range Management\n\nPlant & Livestock Nutrition and Physiology \n\n\nEcological Site Descriptions \n\n\nRange Assessment\, Inventory\, and Monitoring \n\n\nDrought Management & Plant Responses to Grazing \n\n\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMLunch provided (sponsored by Chino Winds and Triangle NRCDs). \nRegister here: https://forms.gle/8cZj9sEUWnEQvYbv8Walk-ins are welcome\, but pre-registration helps ensure an accurate lunch count. \nContact:Jacob Hennig\, Assistant Extension Specialistjhennig@arizona.edu
URL:https://aztws.com/event/event-range-101-workshop/
LOCATION:Deep Well Ranch\, 8400 N. State Route 89\, Prescott\, 86301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251114T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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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/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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SUMMARY:The Wildlife Society 32nd Annual Conference – Edmonton\, Alberta
DESCRIPTION:Explore the full program and details: TWS Conference Website \n\nMain Events\n\n\nOpening Plenary – “Braiding Knowledge Systems”: A compelling start to the conference that weaves together diverse perspectives in wildlife conservation. \n\n\n“Wings of Survival” Keynote Event \n\n\nHear from Leanna Carriere\, co-founder of Wings of Survival\, on her unprecedented 30\,000 km unmotorized expedition from the High Arctic to Patagonia—an inspiring story of endurance and bird migration.\n \n\n\n\n\nImmersive Quiet Sessions \n\n\nA unique\, distraction-reduced learning format—audiences listen via headsets\, enabling focus and networking in parallel. \n\n\n\n\nCommunity Birding Challenge \n\n\nParticipate from September 20 through October 5 using the Birda app. Top birders—and one lucky random participant present at Wings of Survival—could win Vortex binoculars!\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOther Highlights\n\n\nSymposia on Hot Topics in Wildlife ScienceYou’ll find sessions ranging from avian influenza and adaptive management to rewilding\, fire’s impact on ecosystems\, biodiversity conservation\, One Health approaches\, and more. \n\n\nProfessional Development & Networking \n\n\nStudent-professional mixers\, receptions by working groups\, and a special closing event co-hosted with the North American Society for Bat Research. \n\n\nResume reviews\, “Careers with…” panels\, certification aid\, and a Student Leaders lunch (by invitation)—a great opportunity to grow professionally. \n\n\n\n\nDiscover Edmonton \n\n\nThe setting? Edmonton—named a Top 10 city to visit by Lonely Planet in 2025\, with thriving Indigenous culture\, art\, cuisine\, and festivals to explore. \n\n\n\n\n\nReady to Dive In?\nClick below to explore the full schedule\, register\, view available travel grants\, and plan your conference experience. \nTWS Annual Conference – Full Details & Registration
URL:https://aztws.com/event/tws_32nd-annual-conference_edmonton_alberta/
LOCATION:Edmonton Convention Center\, 9797 Jasper Ave\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 1N9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251004T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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SUMMARY:2025 AZFO Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin fellow bird enthusiasts and conservation professionals at the AZFO Annual Meeting! This is a vibrant gathering featuring presentations\, field trips\, workshops\, and social networking opportunities. Key events include: \n\n\nEngaging Presentations & Workshops: Share insights\, hear from researchers\, and learn new techniques. \n\n\nField Trips: Explore Arizona’s unique bird habitats firsthand. \n\n\nNetworking & Social Events: Connect with peers and build community around shared passions. \n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\nConnect: Immerse yourself among like-minded individuals passionate about Arizona’s avian diversity. \n\n\nLearn & Grow: Gain fresh perspectives from expert-led presentations and hands-on field experiences. \n\n\nSupport Youth Involvement: Don’t miss the youth scholarships\, which enable early-career birders to participate \n\n\nMap Your Participation: Submit abstracts for presentations by September 2 AZFO. \n\n\n\nTickets & Registration\nVisit the AZFO ticketing page to learn more about registration and secure your attendance:2025 AZFO Annual Meeting at MCC – Ticketing
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2025_azfo_annual_meeting/
LOCATION:Mesa Community College\, 1833 W Southern Ave\, Mesa\, Arizona\, 85202
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20250920T162954Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Extravaganza on Tumamoc Hill
DESCRIPTION:The Arizona Chapter of The Wildlife Society will be tabling at the Wildlife Extravaganza on Tumamoc Hill! Stop by our table  to meet us\, learn about what we do\, and connect with others passionate about Arizona’s wildlife. \n\nThis free event will feature kids’ activities\, games\, and giveaways: fun for the whole family! \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/wildlife-extravaganza-2025/
LOCATION:Tumamoc Hill\, 1675 W. Anklam Rd\, Tucson
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250913T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251011T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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SUMMARY:Arizona Monarch Tagging Events
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Monarch Tagging Events — Fall 2025Hosted by the Southwest Monarch Study \nJoin the Southwest Monarch Study this fall for a series of free\, RSVP-only monarch tagging events across Arizona! Volunteers will help tag migrating monarchs as they head toward their overwintering grounds. Space is limited to 15 participants per event\, so early registration is encouraged. \n\nSaturday\, September 13\, 2025 – Canelo\, AZ8:30 AM – 11:00 AMTag early-fall migrating monarchs feeding on native thistles\, sunflowers\, and asters. \nSunday\, September 21\, 2025 – Cornville\, AZ8:30 AM – 10:30 AMFlagstaff Festival of Science event. Tag monarchs in a sunflower field. Registration opens September 1. \nWednesday\, September 24\, 2025 – Cornville\, AZ3:30 PM – 5:00 PMSecond Flagstaff Festival of Science event in Cornville. Same details as September 21. Registration opens September 1. \nSaturday\, October 11\, 2025 – Scottsdale Community College8:00 AM – 10:00 AMDetails to be announced soon. \n\nWhat to Know Before You Go \n\n\nRSVP required by emailing info@swmonarchs.org \n\n\nEvents limited to 15 participants each \n\n\nAll participants must complete a liability/photo release form (download from swmonarchs.org or fill out onsite) \n\n\nBring sturdy\, water-safe shoes (no sandals)\, long pants\, long sleeves\, hat\, sunscreen\, water\, snacks\, and a sack lunch \n\n\nMost events last 2–3 hours and start promptly in the morning \n\n\nChildren over 8 welcome if accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nLearn More & RegisterVisit swmonarchs.org/upcoming-events.php for full details and forms.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/southwest_monarch_study/
LOCATION:AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250715T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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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/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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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:20250531T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250601T070000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20250517T225816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T225816Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Agua Fria National Monument BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bureau of Land Management\, Arizona Game & Fish\, and several conservation partners for the 2025 Agua Fria National Monument BioBlitz on May 31–June 1\, celebrating the monument’s 25th anniversary! \nThe event kicks off Saturday\, May 31st at 7:00 AM. \nThis 24-hour event invites volunteers of all skill levels to help document as many plant and animal species as possible across the monument using the free app iNaturalist. \n🔗 Join the BioBlitz Project on iNaturalist🔗 Volunteer Interest Form (Google Form) \nBirds\, mammals\, insects\, wildflowers\, reptiles\, and more:  record what you see! No ID experience is needed. Experts will be available on-site to assist. \nWhile the BioBlitz runs for 24 hours\, you’re welcome to join for any length of time. Meet-up times and locations will be announced soon and coordinated by group leaders. \nGroup Leads WantedIf you’re an experienced naturalist or biologist and would like to help lead a group in your area of expertise (birds\, plants\, aquatics\, etc.)\, please contact: \n\n\nDamon Haan (BLM) – dhaan@blm.gov \n\n\nGeneral questions?Reach out to Bobby Lamoureux (AZGFD) at rlamoureux@azgfd.gov \nLet’s document the incredible biodiversity of Agua Fria together!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/afnm_bioblitz/
LOCATION:Augua Fria National Monument\, Black Canyon City\, AZ\, 85324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Game and Fish Department":MAILTO:azferret@azgfd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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SUMMARY:Range Management 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join University of Arizona Cooperative Extension experts for a full-day introductory workshop on rangeland management! Learn about: \n\n\nRangeland management principles \n\n\nPlant morphology and nutrition \n\n\nGrazing systems and drought planning \n\n\nEcological site descriptions and range monitoring \n\n\nLivestock nutrition and plant responses to herbivory \n\n\nThis workshop is a great opportunity for students\, landowners\, ranchers\, and anyone interested in sustainable land management practices. \n Lunch provided — please register here:\nhttps://forms.gle/TAqfnx6VCRomMVgV7\n(Walk-ins welcome\, but registering helps with lunch count!) \n  \nSee range workshop 101 flyer for more information
URL:https://aztws.com/event/range-management-101-workshop/
LOCATION:Deep Well Ranch\, 8400 N. State Route 89\, Prescott\, 86301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20250421T225933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T225934Z
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SUMMARY:Flat-Tailed Horned Lizard Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Interagency Coordinating Committee (ICC) and the Western Section of The Wildlife Society for an in-depth two-day training on the ecology\, conservation\, and management of the Flat-Tailed Horned Lizard (Phrynosoma mcallii): a desert species of high conservation concern in Arizona and California. \n📅 Workshop Dates \n\n\nMay 13\, 2025: Required Online Lecture via Zoom \n\n\nMay 14 or 15\, 2025: Choose ONE in-person field training day on the Yuma Flat-Tailed Horned Lizard Management Area \n\n\n📍 Location \n\n\nOnline (Zoom) on May 13 \n\n\nYuma\, Arizona for Field Training \n\n\n💵 Registration Fees \n \n\n\n\n\nCategory\nEarly (Before April 1)\nLate (After April 1)\n\n\n\n\nTWS Western Section or AZ Chapter Member\n$395\n$415\n\n\nNon-Member\n$445\n$465\n\n\nStudent/Early Career Professional\n$220\n$240\n\n\nLecture Only (with prior approval)\n$125\nN/A\n\n\n\n\n\nAZ Chapter Members: Use promo code HL2025ArizonaMember when registering. \n➡️ Click here to register \n\n🔍 What to Expect:\n\n\nLearn about flat-tail natural history\, habitat\, threats\, and regulations. \n\n\nPractice standardized survey and habitat assessment techniques in the field. \n\n\nMust attend both the full online lecture and field session to complete the workshop. \n\n\nWorkshop includes access to experts and counts for 14.5 CEUs in TWS’s Certified Wildlife Biologist Renewal program. \n\n\nNote: Participants must be in good physical condition and prepared for full field days in hot\, remote desert environments. Carpooling is required. Meals and lodging are not provided. \n\n🧾 Before You Register:\n\n\nEach participant must register and pay individually. \n\n\nSpots are first-come\, first-served and limited to 30/day for field training. \n\n\nPayment secures your registration (credit card or check for agencies). \n\n\nA minimum of 44 registrants was needed to run the workshop\, which is now confirmed. \n\n\n📬 Checks can be mailed to:TWS – Western SectionPO Box 6756Albany\, CA 94706Include your name and “FTHL Workshop” in the memo line. \n\n📌 Workshop Highlights:\n\n\nTaught by herpetological experts including Dr. Rob Lovich\, Danny Martin\, Kyla Garten\, Brian Aucone\, and Craig Fischer \n\n\nDetailed instruction on species ID\, threats\, survey methods\, and current research \n\n\nHands-on experience with real-world conservation practices \n\n\nField instruction at a high-density lizard management site \n\n\n\n🔗 For full workshop details\, itinerary\, and preparation checklist\, view the official flyer:Click here for more information
URL:https://aztws.com/event/flat-tailed-horned-lizard-workshop/
LOCATION:Yuma\, AZ
CATEGORIES:Seminar,Sponsored Event,Techniques Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20250319T223515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T223515Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Wildlife Techniques Workshop
DESCRIPTION:📢 Attention Wildlife Students and Young Professionals! \nMark your calendars for an incredible hands-on learning opportunity at the 2025 Wildlife Techniques Workshop! \n🦉 When: April 5\, 2025🌿 Where: Horseshoe Ranch💰 Cost: Free! (A $6 annual membership with the Arizona Chapter of TWS is encouraged) \nAbout the Workshop:\nHosted by the Arizona Chapter of The Wildlife Society\, this one-day workshop will expose participants to real-world techniques used in wildlife management and research. The event will feature hands-on training sessions led by professionals from the Arizona Game and Fish Department\, USDA Wildlife Services\, universities\, and NGOs. \n🌙 Bonus: Bat mist netting after dark on Saturday + potential Sunday morning activities! \nWorkshop Highlights:\n✅ Capture Techniques – Sherman traps\, clover traps\, and more✅ Wildlife Handling & Equipment Use – Darting\, leg holds\, propane net guns\, CODA Net Gun✅ Radio-Telemetry & GPS – Learn how to track wildlife✅ Bat Identification & Mist Netting – See nocturnal wildlife up close! \n🌲 Camping is permitted and encouraged on Friday and Saturday nights\, offering great networking opportunities! \n🚨 Limited Spots Available! Space is capped at 60 participants\, with priority given to students and young professionals. Other chapter members will be placed on a waitlist for any remaining spots. \n📅 RSVP by March 30\, 2025!📩 To reserve your spot\, contact Holly Hicks at hhicks@azgfd.gov or call 623-236-7499. \nThis event is sponsored by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Don’t miss this chance to gain practical field experience and connect with professionals in the wildlife field!2025 Announcement Save the Date
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2025-wildlife-techniques-workshop/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Ranch\, 34.261707\, -112.057074
CATEGORIES:Techniques Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Chapter of the Wildlife Society":MAILTO:arizonatws@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250209
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20250106T213019Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Joint Annual Meeting: Arizona and New Mexico Chapters of The Wildlife Society
DESCRIPTION:The Arizona and New Mexico Chapters of The Wildlife Society are excited to announce the 2025 Joint Annual Meeting (JAM)\, scheduled for February 6-8\, 2025\, at The Clyde Hotel in downtown Albuquerque\, New Mexico. \n  \n  \nConference Theme: \n“Renewable Energy and Wildlife: Planning\, Mitigation\, and Impact” \nThis year’s conference will focus on the intersection of wildlife and renewable energy development\, emphasizing the role of wildlife professionals in ensuring that wildlife considerations are integrated into the pursuit of a carbon-neutral energy future. \nRegistration: \nRegistration is now open. Registration and additonal information Here
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2025_jam/
LOCATION:Clyde Hotel\, 330 Tijeras Ave NW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Mexico Chapter of the Wildlife Society":MAILTO:jwcain@nmsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240204
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SUMMARY:2024 Joint Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:57th Joint Annual Meeting of the Arizona/New Mexico Chapters of the Wildlife Society and the Arizona/New Mexico Chapters of the American Fisheries Society  \nThe 57th Joint Annual Meeting will be held at the:\nLittle America Hotel\, Flagstaff\, AZ\nThursday – Saturday\, February 1-3\, 2024 \nClick here to register!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2023-joint-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Little America\, 2515 E Butler Ave\, Flagstaff\, 86004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Joint Annual Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="AZ Chapter of the Wildlife Society":MAILTO:arizonatws@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230424
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20230131T190511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T190511Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Techniques Workshop
DESCRIPTION:2023 Announcement Save the Date \nRSVP by April 16th. To reserve your spot for this practical skills learning opportunity\, contact Holly Hicks at 623-236-7499\, or hhicks@azgfd.gov.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2023-techniques-workshop/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Ranch\, 34.261707\, -112.057074
CATEGORIES:Techniques Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="AZ Chapter of the Wildlife Society":MAILTO:arizonatws@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20230331T194322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T194322Z
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SUMMARY:Campus Mapathon Days: Mapping Urban Wildlife Microhabitats Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Meet up at the University of Arizona this Saturday\, April 1st\, for a Mapathon! Through this event\, you will get hands-on experience mapping urban wildlife microhabitats. You can come with groups or solo\, but you will be teamed up with a group when the mapping activity starts! Additionally\, pizza will be provided.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/campus-mapathon-days-mapping-urban-wildlife-microhabitats-workshop/
LOCATION:University of Arizona Architecture  Building – CAPLA West Building\, Sundt Gallery\, 1040 N Olive Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230205
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20220926T231652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T171447Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Joint Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for more information!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2023-joint-annual-meeting-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott Farmington / Farmington\, NM\, 560 Scott Ave\, Farmington\, NM\, 87401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Joint Annual Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221120
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20220926T231250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T231250Z
UID:4082-1668816000-1668902399@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Tortolita Preserve BioBlitz Save-The-Date
DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for more information!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/tortolita-preserve-bioblitz-save-the-date/
LOCATION:AZ
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220411
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220403T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20220126T235708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T235708Z
UID:3906-1648976400-1648998000@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD 2022 Outdoor Expo Day 2
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-2022-outdoor-expo-day-2/
LOCATION:Ben Avery Shooting Facility\, 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85086\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Game and Fish Department":MAILTO:azferret@azgfd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20220126T235540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T235540Z
UID:3904-1648890000-1648915200@aztws.com
SUMMARY:AZGFD 2022 Outdoor Expo Day 1
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aztws.com/event/azgfd-2022-outdoor-expo-day-1/
LOCATION:Ben Avery Shooting Facility\, 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85086\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Game and Fish Department":MAILTO:azferret@azgfd.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220206
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20220113T184725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T184802Z
UID:3880-1643846400-1644105599@aztws.com
SUMMARY:2022 Joint Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, virtually\, for the upcoming AZ/NM Chapters of the Wildlife Society and American Fisheries Society Joint Annual Meeting! \nFebruary 3\, 2022 through February 5\, 2022 \nStudent: $80.50\nMember: $106.00\nNon-member: $131.50 \nCLICK HERE to register for the JAM!
URL:https://aztws.com/event/2022-joint-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="AZ Chapter of the Wildlife Society":MAILTO:arizonatws@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20210815T154628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T154731Z
UID:3574-1612339200-1612371600@aztws.com
SUMMARY:TWS - Nutritional Ecology Skills Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Wildlife Society\nNutritional Ecology Skills Workshop – Mid-August\, 2021\nWashington State University\, Pullman\, Washington\nThe TWS Nutritional Ecology Working Group\, in collaboration with University of Idaho and Washington State University\, are pleased to announce their first skills workshop “Measuring Forage Quantity and Quality for Herbivores”. The workshop will be a mix of lectures taught by a diverse panel of instructors\, hands-on exercises in the laboratory and in the field\, and interactive group problem solving sessions. Look for registration to open early in 2021 along with a more detailed announcement finalizing the dates\, agenda\, and instructor panel\, along with information on obtaining course credits. For more information or questions on this workshop contact Rachel Cook: rachierae@gmail.com. Please note\, workshop status may change pending COVID 19 mitigation \n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3574/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Seminar,Techniques Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20210419T155828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T160153Z
UID:3577-1612339200-1612371600@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Coconino National Forest - Wildlife and Wilderness Specialist Resource Assistant
DESCRIPTION:Start/End Date: April 19\, 2021 – October 15\, 2021 (anticipated) \nStipend: $450/week \nTerm: 26 weeks \nReports To: Victoria Allen (Assistant Recreation Team Lead for Flagstaff District\, USFS) \nLocation: USFS Flagstaff Ranger Station (5075 N. Highway 89\, Flagstaff\, AZ 86004) \nPosition Summary: \nArizona Conservation Corps (AZCC) is partnering with the Coconino National Forest to provide a 26-week\npaid professional opportunity to take place throughout the Coconino NF\, focused on Wildlife\nManagement in Wilderness Areas\, especially Kachina Peaks Wilderness. This position will conduct field\nsurveys\, inventories\, and monitoring of wildlife and wilderness resources. This position will collaborate\nwith multiple specialists and biologists\, from multiple agencies to develop a Wilderness Wildlife\nManagement Plan. No housing is available for this position. \n 
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3577/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Jobs and Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20201130T221618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T221702Z
UID:3493-1606827600-1606831200@aztws.com
SUMMARY:Tucson Audubon Society - Habitat at Home Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Tucson Audubon Society\nPresentation: What’s Cooking with Habitat at Home\nWe will discuss the inspiration and foundational principles of Tucson Audubon’s Habitat at Home program. Learn how your yard can be part of a larger effort to mitigate the largest human caused source of bird mortality: habitat loss. We will also dive into some exciting new “A La Carte” components of the Habitat at Home program. Come join us to both learn what’s new and discuss what has worked well in all of our urban habitats.
URL:https://aztws.com/event/3493/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
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/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114242
CREATED:20200928T231214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T223735Z
UID:3466-1601280000-1640970000@aztws.com
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/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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