Central Arizona Conservation Alliance
We support organizations and the people of Arizona to protect and care for natural, open spaces that serve our communities and protect the habitat of the Sonoran Desert in Central Arizona.
Why Are Open Spaces Important?
Maricopa County open spaces are at the heart of what makes the Valley special, drawing visitors to our small businesses, providing locals and tourists with places to explore and enjoy, while elevating the beauty of the Sonoran Desert. As the region grows, we are actively finding ways for these spaces to expand to serve more people and maintain healthy desert habitats for future generations.
Our Campaign Goals
Protect & Connect
Create a holistic network of desert plant and animal habitats while providing people with safe, connected and thriving open spaces to enjoy.
Sustain & Restore
Ensure protected and non-protected lands are managed, promote biodiversity, sustainable recreation and future growth.
Love & Support
Build strong relationships and a network of advocacy by connecting people with the beauty and importance of the Sonoran Desert.
Coordinate & Elevate
Ensure and amplify regional open space collaboration, coordination, management and conservation success.
Recent News & Blog Posts
Job Opportunity with Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community
Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community is hiring a Senior Environmental Specialist to initiate activities that beautify the Community through Brownfields assessment, cleanup, and redevelopment.
Job Opportunity with Desert Foothills Land Trust
Desert Foothills Land Trust is hiring a part-time (30 hrs/week) Administrative Coordinator to serve as the operational backbone of DFLT.
Central Arizona Urban Desert Landscape Guide
Are you a desert garden enthusiast? We’ve got great news! Whether you’re new to desert gardening and wondering where to begin, or a native Arizona gardener looking for inspiration, our new gardening guide has you covered! CAZCA and members of the Urban Desertscape...
For all blog posts please visit the News & Blog Page.
Upcoming Events
Incorporating Native Plants into your Landscape
Aug 13, 2026
Join us for an exciting webinar with City of Glendale's Anne Stahley on how to lower your water bill and conserve the desert by incorporating Sonoran Desert native plants into your yard!
Arboriculture Workforce Training
Aug 24 - Oct 31, 2026
The Urban Nature Tree Worker Apprentice program teaches tree work to safety and arboricultural standards (ANSI z133 & a300, respectively). Learn a valuable trade, enact stewardship values, and build a career! The curriculum includes knots, biology, climbing, chainsaws, pruning, etc so graduates can enter the workforce prepared for higher skilled tasks and higher pay. $20/hour. No experience necessary. Starts August 24th & continues 10 consecutive weeks.
Certificate of Interpretive Guiding
Aug 26 - Sep 16, 2026
For anyone wanting to learn more about developing and leading interpretive programs at parks, zoos, museums, and cultural/historical sites. You will learn how to make your programs purposeful and enjoyable, and leave ready to facilitate meaningful experiences that inspire engagement with the world around us.
Our work would not be possible without the generous support of the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust. We are deeply grateful for their long-standing commitment to CAZCA and our mission.
