BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CAZCA - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CAZCA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cazca.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CAZCA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260824T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261031T100000 DTSTAMP:20260824T161419Z CREATED:20260812T221147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T161419Z UID:13453-1787554800-1793440800@cazca.org SUMMARY:Arboriculture Workforce Training DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nThe 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nAug 24th-Oct 31st\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nUnlimited Potential at George B. Brooks Sr. Community School 3146 E Wier Ave\, Phoenix AZ 85040\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/arboriculture-workforce-training/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Urban-Nature_Event-Featured-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T113000 DTSTAMP:20260825T230709Z CREATED:20260825T222917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T230709Z UID:13693-1789718400-1789731000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nGet ready to roll up your sleeves and help the desert grow! \nParticipants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \nThis hands-on activity supports ecological restoration and helps give native plants a better chance to take root in the landscape. To learn more about the Maricopa County Parks Desert Defenders Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring water and a snack. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty\, or bring an apron. Activities will take place both indoors and outdoors near the nature center. \nFamilies are encouraged to participate! Parents or guardians must remain present with minors\, and this activity is recommended for participants ages 5 and up. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nSept 18\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nCave Creek Regional Park Nature Center\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-pellet-making-workshop-cave-creek/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore,Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Seed-Pellet-Making-Workshop-Featured-Image-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261002T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261002T113000 DTSTAMP:20260825T230458Z CREATED:20260825T223304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T230458Z UID:13701-1790928000-1790940600@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nGet ready to roll up your sleeves and help the desert grow! \nParticipants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \nThis hands-on activity supports ecological restoration and helps give native plants a better chance to take root in the landscape. To learn more about the Maricopa County Parks Desert Defenders Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring water and a snack. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty\, or bring an apron. Activities will take place both indoors and outdoors near the nature center. \nFamilies are encouraged to participate! Parents or guardians must remain present with minors\, and this activity is recommended for participants ages 5 and up. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nOct 2\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nUsery Mountain Regional Park Nature Center\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-pellet-making-workshop-usery-mountain/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore,Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Seed-Pellet-Making-Workshop-Featured-Image-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261017T160000 DTSTAMP:20260824T160917Z CREATED:20260812T215624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T160917Z UID:13435-1791014400-1792252800@cazca.org SUMMARY:Mesa Tree Stewards Cohort 5 DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nBecome a Community Tree Steward! Join this free\, hands-on urban forestry training in Mesa to learn practical tree care skills\, improve the local tree canopy\, and make a lasting impact. You do not need to live in the City of Mesa to participate. Participants receive a certificate of completion\, hands-on field experience\, and trees to help expand the canopy in prioritized Mesa neighborhoods. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nOct 3rd & 17th\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nCity of Mesa (virtual and in person)\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/mesa-tree-stewards-cohort-5/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore,Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/mesa-tree-stewards_Event-Featured-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261030T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261030T103000 DTSTAMP:20260825T231859Z CREATED:20260825T213416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T231859Z UID:13624-1793347200-1793356200@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nIt is time to toss Marcopa County Parks and Recreation seed pellets! Join them! \nThey will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the local environment. \nTo learn more about the Desert Defender Program\, visit https://cazca.org/project/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring work gloves\, water\, and a snack. Wear a long-sleeved shirt\, pants\, and closed-toed shoes. This activity requires hiking along nature trails. \nFamily participation is encouraged; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nOctober 30\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nEstrella Mountain Regional Park Nature Center\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreation-native-seed-toss/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Maricopa-Native-Seed-Toss-Featured-Image-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261031T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261031T103000 DTSTAMP:20260825T231832Z CREATED:20260825T214016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T231832Z UID:13635-1793433600-1793442600@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nIt is time to toss Marcopa County Parks and Recreation seed pellets! Join them! \nThey will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the local environment. \nTo learn more about the Desert Defender Program\, visit https://cazca.org/project/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring work gloves\, water\, and a snack. Wear a long-sleeved shirt\, pants\, and closed-toed shoes. This activity requires hiking along nature trails. \nFamily participation is encouraged; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nOct 31\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nSan Tan Mountain Regional Park Nature Center\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreation-native-seed-toss-day-2/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Maricopa-Native-Seed-Toss-Featured-Image-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261101T103000 DTSTAMP:20260825T231646Z CREATED:20260825T222001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T231646Z UID:13687-1793520000-1793529000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss White Tank Mountains Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nIt is time to toss Marcopa County Parks and Recreation seed pellets! Join them! \nThey will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the local environment. \nTo learn more about the Desert Defender Program\, visit https://cazca.org/project/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring work gloves\, water\, and a snack. Wear a long-sleeved shirt\, pants\, and closed-toed shoes. This activity requires hiking along nature trails. \nFamily participation is encouraged; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nNov 1\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nWhite Tank Mountains Regional Park - Parking Area 4\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreation-native-seed-toss-white-tank-mountains-regional-park/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Maricopa-Native-Seed-Toss-Featured-Image-1-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261105T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261105T103000 DTSTAMP:20260825T231627Z CREATED:20260825T220726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T231627Z UID:13666-1793865600-1793874600@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss McDowell Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nIt is time to toss Marcopa County Parks and Recreation seed pellets! Join them! \nThey will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the local environment. \nTo learn more about the Desert Defender Program\, visit https://cazca.org/project/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring work gloves\, water\, and a snack. Wear a long-sleeved shirt\, pants\, and closed-toed shoes. This activity requires hiking along nature trails. \nFamily participation is encouraged; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nNov 5\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nMcDowell Mountain Regional Park Nature Center\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreation-native-seed-toss-mcdowell-mountain-regional-park/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Maricopa-Native-Seed-Toss-Featured-Image-1-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261106T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261106T103000 DTSTAMP:20260825T231609Z CREATED:20260825T220135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T231609Z UID:13649-1793952000-1793961000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Cave Creek Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nIt is time to toss Marcopa County Parks and Recreation seed pellets! Join them! \nThey will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the local environment. \nTo learn more about the Desert Defender Program\, visit https://cazca.org/project/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring work gloves\, water\, and a snack. Wear a long-sleeved shirt\, pants\, and closed-toed shoes. This activity requires hiking along nature trails. \nFamily participation is encouraged; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nNov 6\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nCave Creek Regional Park Nature Center\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreation-native-seed-toss-cave-creek-regional-park/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Maricopa-Native-Seed-Toss-Featured-Image-1-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261107T103000 DTSTAMP:20260825T231535Z CREATED:20260825T221158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T231535Z UID:13673-1794038400-1794047400@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nIt is time to toss Marcopa County Parks and Recreation seed pellets! Join them! \nThey will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the local environment. \nTo learn more about the Desert Defender Program\, visit https://cazca.org/project/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring work gloves\, water\, and a snack. Wear a long-sleeved shirt\, pants\, and closed-toed shoes. This activity requires hiking along nature trails. \nFamily participation is encouraged; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nNov 7\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nSpur Cross Ranch Conservation Area - Main Parking Lot\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreation-native-seed-toss-spur-cross-ranch-conservation-area/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Maricopa-Native-Seed-Toss-Featured-Image-1-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261108T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261108T103000 DTSTAMP:20260825T231445Z CREATED:20260825T221613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T231445Z UID:13680-1794124800-1794133800@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Usery Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Usery Mountain\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\nIt is time to toss Marcopa County Parks and Recreation seed pellets! Join them! \nThey will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards ecological restoration. These native seeds are selected for their resilience and ability to thrive in the local environment. \nTo learn more about the Desert Defender Program\, visit https://cazca.org/project/desert-defenders/. \nPlease bring work gloves\, water\, and a snack. Wear a long-sleeved shirt\, pants\, and closed-toed shoes. This activity requires hiking along nature trails. \nFamily participation is encouraged; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nNov 8\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nUsery Mountain Regional Park Nature Center\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I need to Register?\nYes\, please register for the event using our partner’s registration page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\nCAZCA functions through extensive partnerships to stand together and further our conservation efforts.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Other Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n BioBlitz \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz – Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz\n \n Sep 16\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Seed Pellet Making Workshop Cave Creek\n \n Sep 18\, 2026 \n \n \n Participants will learn how to create native seed pellets by mixing native seeds with clay\, soil or compost\, and water. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how native seeds are processed and prepared before they’re transformed into seed pellets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n full moon hike \n \n \n \n \n Full Moon Event with Just Roughin’ It\n \n Sep 26\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Just Roughin It for an evening of good eats from your favorite local food trucks\, a native desert landscaping workshop from the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA)\, local outdoor vendors\, and a full moon hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve!\n\n6-9pm - Food Trucks and Vendors\n6-7pm - Native Desert Landscaping Workshop with CAZCA\n7:30-9:30pm - Full Moon Hike in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve - keep reading below for important details if you are choosing to participate in the hike. URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-parks-and-recreation-native-seed-toss-usery-mountain-regional-park/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Maricopa-Native-Seed-Toss-Featured-Image-1-2.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR