BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CAZCA - ECPv6.18.0//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:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T100000 DTSTAMP:20260917T155847Z CREATED:20260917T155626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T155847Z UID:13831-1789804800-1789812000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin the Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve for a workshop of making seed balls! A seed ball is a mixture of seeds\, clay\, and compost that is designed to easily regrow deserted areas. We will be making seed balls for the native plants of the Sonoran Desert to support native wildlife in the Preserve. \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 19\, 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. - 10:00 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDeer Valley Petroglyph Preserve 3711 W Deer Vly Rd\, Glendale\, AZ 85308\n\n\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/deer-valley-petroglyph-preserve-seed-ball-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore,Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DVPP_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:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! 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:20260916T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T173000 DTSTAMP:20260825T231012Z CREATED:20260825T211510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T231012Z UID:13594-1789579800-1789579800@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz - Butterfly Workshop & BioBlitz DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin Maricopa County Parks and Recreation this year for the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz! Learn more about butterflies at a Maricopa County Parks and Recreation workshop on September 16th (5:30PM-7PM)\, then put your skills to the test at upcoming butterfly monitoring events on Spetember 19th (8:30AM-12PM). \n\nParticipate in a national pollinator BioBlitz!\nLearn to identify and monitor native butterflies.\nHelp track butterfly populations and diversity.\nAnd much more!\n\nTo register for the virtual workshop visit this page: \nhttps://signup.com/g o/VgpAnsU \nThe BioBlitz will take place at the following parks: \n\nEstrella Mountain Regional Park Nature Center\n\nhttps://signup.com/go/NcqBOwT\n\n\nHassayampa River Preserve Nature Center\n\nhttps://signup.com/go/xeZMbdo\n\n\nSpur Cross Ranch Conservation Area Dragonfly Parking Lot\n\nhttps://signup.com/go/RsTFfQd\n\n\nWhite Tank Mountain Regional Park Parking Area 4\n\nhttps://signup.com/go/FmgQsWB\n\n\nUsery Mountain Regional Park Nature Center\n\nhttps://signup.com/go/truuAMb\n\n\n\nPlease register using the links above. \nLearn more about The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation butterfly program: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/butterfly-monitoring/. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshop\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 16\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nMultiple Parks\, see description\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BioBlitz\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 19\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nMultiple Parks\, see description\n\n\n \n \n \n \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 using the links in the description above. \n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/mcpr-bb/ CATEGORIES:Protect & Connect,Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Maricopa-Butterfly-BioBlitz-Featured-Image-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260827T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260820T210446Z CREATED:20260820T205552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T210446Z UID:13514-1787832000-1787835600@cazca.org SUMMARY:DBG Visiting Researcher Guest Speaker DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n Distinguishing Leaf Scorching from Leaf Discoloration Due to Heatwaves & Drought\n \n \n \n \n \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\nSummary\nRising global temperatures are increasing the frequency of extreme heat and drought events\, often producing widespread and abrupt leaf discoloration in forests. Such discoloration is commonly interpreted as premature or stress-induced senescence\, yet during hot droughts it may instead reflect leaf scorching. Although visually similar\, senescence and scorching arise from fundamentally different physiological processes\, with contrasting implications for nutrient resorption\, carbon cycling\, and ecosystem functioning. By exposing two species with distinct response to extreme heat (> 50°C)\, we aim to uncover the key physiological processes leading to premature leaf senescence and leaf scorching under extreme thermal stress\, shedding light to the thermal and hydraulic thresholds of the aforementioned processes. \nAbout the Speaker\nMaxwell Bergström is visiting from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne in Lausanne\, Switzerland. He is collaborating with research staff and students in the DBG Dryland Plant Ecophysiology Lab\, studying the effects of heat and drought on Fremont cottonwood and Gooding’s willow from a plant hydraulics and thermal limits perspective. \nModality\nThis presentation will be in person at Desert Botanical Garden’s Dorrance Hall or via Zoom \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 27\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden - Dorrance Hall \n 1201 N Galvin Pkwy\, Phoenix\, AZ 85008\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nZoom Hyperlink\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nRegistration is not necessary\, but if you are attending in person please visit the Desert Botanical Garden site to purchase an admission ticket.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Garden Tickets\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/dbg-visiting-researcher-guest-speaker/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Max.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T170000 DTSTAMP:20260824T160236Z CREATED:20260717T203604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T160236Z UID:13404-1787731200-1789578000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Certificate of Interpretive Guiding DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 nationally recognized Certificate of Interpretive Guiding (CIG) program is designed for anyone wanting to learn more about developing and leading interpretive programs. This course will introduce you to the history\, definitions\, and principles of interpretation. During the course\, you will develop a program outline and deliver a 10-minute thematic presentation\, all with the support of your instructor(s) and fellow participants. You will learn how to make your programs purposeful\, enjoyable\, relevant\, organized\, and thematic\, and leave ready to facilitate meaningful experiences that inspire engagement with the world around us. \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 26\, Sept 2\,9\,16\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nNorth Mountain Visitors 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 \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/certificate-of-interpretive-guiding/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/NAI_Event-Featured-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260813T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260813T183000 DTSTAMP:20260519T222224Z CREATED:20260501T211015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T222224Z UID:13251-1786640400-1786645800@cazca.org SUMMARY:Incorporating Native Plants into your Landscape DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin 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! \nAnne has been a Water Conservation Specialist with the City of Glendale Water Services Department’s Conservation & Sustainable Living Division for 11 years. She earned the DBG’s Desert Landscape School credential in 2020. She has Smartscape training in Irrigation\, Advanced Irrigation\, and Urban Forest Management. She recently became certified in ALCA’s Sustainable Landscape Management and an ISA Certified Arborist. \nAnne provides water conservation support to Glendale’s non-residential customers such as HOAs\, schools\, churches\, and businesses. She coordinates Glendale’s Green Living Series – a waterwise gardening and landscape education program for adults. She also works alongside landscape contractors and community volunteers to maintain the award-winning Glendale Xeriscape (low-water-use) Demonstration Garden. \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 13\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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 the button. We will email the zoom link out to registrants ahead of the presentation. \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/incorporating-native-plants-into-your-landscape/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore,Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Example-Yard-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260801T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260802T170000 DTSTAMP:20260625T200702Z CREATED:20260625T200657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T200702Z UID:13390-1785571200-1785690000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Certification Course (NOLS) DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nSign up for Wilderness First Aid hosted by Flagstaff Field Institute for a weekend at the Desert Botanical Garden! \n When emergencies happen miles from help\, confidence and preparation can make all the difference. The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is an immersive\, hands-on experience designed for trip leaders\, camp staff\, outdoor adventurers\, and anyone who spends time in remote environments. \nThrough dynamic instruction\, practical demonstrations\, and realistic rescue scenarios\, you’ll learn how to assess and care for people who become ill or injured far from definitive medical care. Working with mock patients and challenging situations\, you’ll put your skills to the test and gain experience making critical decisions under pressure. \nBy the end of the course\, you’ll have the knowledge\, practical skills\, and confidence to respond effectively when it matters most — helping you keep yourself and others safe in the outdoors. \nThis course may also be used to recertify NOLS Wilderness Medicine Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and NOLS Wilderness Medicine WEMT (wilderness portion only) certifications.  The NOLS Wilderness First Aid course meets the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid requirement. \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 1-2\, 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. - 5:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/wilderness-first-aid-certification-course-nols/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/WFA-ricky-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260610T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260610T180000 DTSTAMP:20260409T141223Z CREATED:20260325T204532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T141223Z UID:13088-1781110800-1781114400@cazca.org SUMMARY:AZ Water Policy Webinar DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin us for an insightful webinar on AZ water policy with Sarah Porter. Sarah Porter is the Director of the Kyl Center\, bringing extensive expertise in Arizona’s water policy and conservation. With a background in environmental leadership\, she advocates for innovative solutions to ensure long-term water sustainability. She has a deep understanding of Arizona and regional water issues\, having led Audubon’s Western Rivers project\, a multi-state initiative focused on raising awareness of challenges to Colorado River sustainability. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nJune 10\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nZoom\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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 the button. We will email the zoom link out to registrants ahead of the presentation.  \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/az-water-policy-webinar/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/voices-of-the-river.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260505T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260505T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T172930Z CREATED:20260306T141802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T172930Z UID:13003-1777982400-1777986000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Community Science Monitoring of Urban Saguaro Health: The Saguaro Monitoring Program within the Desert Botanical Garden’s Saguaro Initiatives DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Saguaro Census\, organized by the Desert Botanical Garden\, provides an important snapshot of saguaro distribution across the Phoenix Valley. However\, long-term monitoring is essential to strengthen these data and better understand changes in plant health and survival over time. To address this need\, the Saguaro Monitoring Program was developed as a student- and volunteer-led initiative in which community members are assigned a plot of approximately 20 saguaros that they visit regularly to document plant health and condition. As the project completes its first year of surveys\, results from the initial monitoring effort will be presented\, along with a discussion of the benefits and challenges of using community science to monitor urban plant populations. \nAn entry ticket to the Garden is required for in-person attendance\, see the registration section for more information. \nVirtual attendance is via zoom: https://dbg-org.zoom.us/j/85781899256?pwd=gSC71Ude0s1MYhzVXY5AKkBVhAic48.1 \nThe meeting should automatically login\, but if it doesn’t here is the meeting info: \nMeeting ID: 857 8189 9256\, Passcode: 684957 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nMay 5\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden - Dorrance Hall\n\n\n \n \n \n \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?\nRegistration is not required\, but one must purchase a ticket to Desert Botanical Garden. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DBG Plan Your Visit Page\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/community-science-monitoring-of-urban-saguaro-health-the-saguaro-monitoring-program-within-the-desert-botanical-gardens-saguaro-initiatives/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Billie-Fraser-Photo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260426T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260426T100000 DTSTAMP:20260410T143838Z CREATED:20260410T002124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T143838Z UID:13155-1777186800-1777197600@cazca.org SUMMARY:Help Pollinators in the Rio Salado! DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin the Sierra Club in the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area to plant native plants to help our local pollinators. It is a great way to get outdoors while helping care for this local area. They will provide snacks and drinks\, but do bring a refillable water bottle\, a hat\, and sunscreen. Wear closed-toe shoes as you will be using shovels and picks. \nThis will be fun beneficial for our native pollinators! RSVP to be kept up to date.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApr 26\, 2026\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\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 \n Location:\n\n\n\n\n\nRio Salado Habitat Restoration Area - 3131 S Central 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 \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/help-pollinators-in-the-rio-salado/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Butterfly-2_Event-Featured-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T143539Z CREATED:20260409T143534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T143539Z UID:13165-1777111200-1777118400@cazca.org SUMMARY:Tempe Town Lake Clean Up with Rangers DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin the Tempe Park Rangers and help clean up Tempe Town Lake on kayaks and paddleboards. Volunteers will need to bring their own kayak/paddleboard and gear\, including life jacket. All other supplies will be provided. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nApr 25\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nTempe Town Lake Marina\n\n\n \n \n \n \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 by emailing volunteer@tempe.gov. \n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/tempe-town-lake-clean-up-with-rangers/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tempe-Kayak_Event-Featured-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260417T123000 DTSTAMP:20260409T142110Z CREATED:20260409T135415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T142110Z UID:13128-1776409200-1776429000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Pollinate\, Protect\, & Pull! DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin Arizona Sustainability Alliance on Friday\, April 17th from 7:00 AM – 12:30 PM at the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area for a morning of habitat restoration — pulling invasive species\, protecting pollinators\, and making a real impact on one of Phoenix’s most treasured natural spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan the QR code or click the button below to register. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nApr 17\, 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. - 12:30 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nRio Salado Habitat Restoration Area - 3131 S Central 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 this free 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/pollinate-protect-pull/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Butterfly_Event-Featured-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T172941Z CREATED:20260225T192350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T172941Z UID:12964-1776254400-1776258000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Safeguarding Our Desert Icon: Inside the Saguaro Initiatives at Desert Botanical Garden DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Saguaro Initiatives are a set of research\, conservation\, and community-science programs led by Desert Botanical Garden to understand\, protect\, and restore saguaros across the Phoenix Valley and our changing desert. This talk will share what we are learning about saguaro genetics\, health\, survival\, and resilience in the face of rising heat and drought\, and how these efforts connect science\, volunteers\, saguaro owners\, and long-term conservation. Attendees will also learn how the community can participate in helping safeguard this iconic species for future generations. \nAn entry ticket to the Garden is required for in-person attendance\, see the registration section for more information. \nVirtual attendance is via zoom: https://dbg-org.zoom.us/j/85781899256?pwd=gSC71Ude0s1MYhzVXY5AKkBVhAic48.1 \nThe meeting should automatically login\, but if it doesn’t here is the meeting info: \nMeeting ID: 857 8189 9256\, Passcode: 684957 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nApr 15\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden - Dorrance Hall\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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?\nRegistration is not required\, but one must purchase a ticket to Desert Botanical Garden. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DBG Plan Your Visit Page\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/safeguarding-our-desert-icon-inside-the-saguaro-initiatives-at-desert-botanical-garden/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Tania.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T140000 DTSTAMP:20260410T002835Z CREATED:20260401T151925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T002835Z UID:13109-1775893500-1775916000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Earth Day Festival at Rio Salado DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nCelebrate Earth Day with Audubon at the Rio Salado Audubon Center for a day dedicated to nature\, sustainability\, and people working to protect our environment. \nJoin Audubon’s habitat restoration morning activities\, or participate in their festival to connect with conservation\, sustainability\, or environmental science projects. Explore volunteer and internship opportunities\, check out live animal presentations\, or join a workshop with Audubon\, Arizona Sustainability Alliance\, and American Forests. \nEarly Bird Habitat Restoration Activity\n7:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. \nMain Festival\n10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nDuring the event you can:\n\n\nMeet local environmental organizations and community groups \n\n\nLearn about volunteer opportunities\, internships\, or other ways to get involved \n\n\nAttend workshops or presentations from conservation professionals \n\n\nEnjoy food\, music\, crafts\, and family-friendly activities \n\n\nJoin guided bird walks in the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area \n\n\nCelebra el Día de la Tierra con nosotros en el Centro Audubon del Río Salado para un día dedicado a la naturaleza\, la sostenibilidad\, personas que trabajan juntas para proteger nuestro medio ambiente. \nAcompáñanos en actividades matutinas de restauración de hábitat\, o participa en nuestro festival para conectar con proyectos de conservación\, sostenibilidad\, o ciencias ambientales. Explora las opciones de voluntariado y prácticas profesionales\, asiste a presentaciones con animales en vivo\, o participa en un taller con Audubon\, la Alianza para la Sostenibilidad de Arizona\, y American Forests. \nDurante el evento podrás:\n\n\nConocer organizaciones ambientales y grupos comunitarios locales \n\n\nConocer oportunidades de voluntariado\, prácticas profesionales u otras maneras de participar \n\n\nAsistir a talleres o presentaciones de profesionales de la conservación \n\n\nDisfrutar de comida\, música\, artesanías y actividades para toda la familia \n\n\nParticipar en caminatas guiadas para observar aves en el Área de Restauración del Hábitat del Río Salado \n\n\n  \nPhoto: Danny Roper-Jones/Audubon Southwest \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nApr 11\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n7:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nNina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center\n3131 S Central Ave\nPhoenix\, AZ 85040\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n accessibility\nHave accessibility questions? Reply to your registration email to confirm your requirements or request more information. \n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/earth-day-festival-at-rio-salado/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rio-Audubon-Earth-Day-Featured.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260321T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260322T100000 DTSTAMP:20260317T181939Z CREATED:20260317T181044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T181939Z UID:13057-1774090800-1774173600@cazca.org SUMMARY:Nature in Your Backyard Family Camp DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nCome escape the heat with EmoweRanch this weekend for a fun overnight campout in the pines supported by their team! \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nMarch 21-22\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n11:00 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\nWispering Hope Ranch\, 2273 E Colcord Rd\, Payson AZ 85541\n\n\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/nature-in-your-backyard-family-camp/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Kids-Fishing-Featured-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260317T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260317T130000 DTSTAMP:20260305T220612Z CREATED:20260225T191741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T220612Z UID:12954-1773748800-1773752400@cazca.org SUMMARY:The Hassica An Garden: an ethnobotanical and research site in the Comcaac Land of Sonora\, Mexico DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nSince 2015\, Desert Botanical Garden’s researchers have been making trips to the coast of Sonora as part of our columnar cacti studies\, along with collecting seeds and herbarium vouchers\, in land belonging to one of the most enigmatic indigenous groups in the Sonoran Desert region of Mexico: the Comcaac Nation.  The Comcaac\, in the past known as the Seri Indians\, are famous for their knowledge and ample use of native plants as food\, medicinal\, construction\, and handcrafts\, such as baskets and ironwood carvings. We have been helping to develop a piece of land adjacent to the village of Punta Chueca\, as a long term plot for research on the climate change impact on columnar cacti\, as well as an ethnobotanical trail to promote plant uses among local youth and visitors. \nAn entry ticket to the Garden is required for entry\, see the registration section for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nMarch 17\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden - Dorrance Hall\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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?\nRegistration is not required\, but one must purchase a ticket to Desert Botanical Garden. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DBG Plan Your Visit Page\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/botanic-briefing-the-hassica-an-garden-an-ethnobotanical-and-research-site-in-the-comcaac-land-of-sonora-mexico/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Raul.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260315T120000 DTSTAMP:20260313T203724Z CREATED:20260130T175842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T203724Z UID:12872-1773568800-1773576000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Plant Swap Volunteer Days at Franciscan Renewal Center DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nPlease join us as we team up with Care for Creation at the Franciscan Renewal Center to remove invasive fountain grass from that property (5802 E Lincoln Drive\, Scottsdale AZ 85253)! Registration is required\, please see the link below. \nMarch 15th 10am-12pm: fountain grass removal and milkweed plant (wear a hat\, sunscreen or sun protection\, wear close toed shoes\, bring water\, gardening gloves\, and your favorite tool – spade\, mattock\, shovel\, trowel\, etc.). \nNote: if you don’t have gardening equipment or gloves don’t worry\, we have extras! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nMarch 15 2026\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nFranciscan Renewal Center - 5802 E Lincoln Drive\, Scottsdale AZ 85253\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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 to help us better plan using the button.  \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/plant-swap-volunteer-days-at-franciscan-renewal-center/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore,Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/fountaingrass.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260311T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260311T110000 DTSTAMP:20250909T221555Z CREATED:20250909T221550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T221555Z UID:12599-1773221400-1773226800@cazca.org SUMMARY:CAZCA Speaker Series- Fire as a tool for Invasive Plant Management DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin us for an interesting conversation about how Alan Sinclair\, President of Siphon Draw Fire and Fuels\, uses controlled fire application to target and manage invasive plants\, like stinknet\, and the impacts it may have on our Sonoran Desert Ecosystem. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nMarch 11\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden (virtual option via Zoom)\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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 the 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/cazca-speaker-series-fire-as-a-tool-for-invasive-plant-management/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Stinknet_Ecard.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260307T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260307T210000 DTSTAMP:20260302T181733Z CREATED:20260302T181557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T181733Z UID:12986-1772906400-1772917200@cazca.org SUMMARY:Nature at Night DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nExplore the Wild after the sun goes down. Join us at Veterans Oasis Park for an enchanting evening hosted by Chandler Nature Center that promises to ignite your passion for the great outdoors! \nGreat for all ages\, join us for an evening of fun activities: \n\nNature-related crafts and activities\nGuided night hikes\nExciting exhibitors\nRaffle prizes\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nMarch 7\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nChandler Nature Center - 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd\, Chandler AZ 85249\n\n\n \n \n \n \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?\nNo registration required\, for more information please visit the Nature at Night information page. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More Information\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/nature-at-night-3/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/nature-at-night_logo_color_night-bubblewrap.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T220000 DTSTAMP:20260108T224355Z CREATED:20260108T224350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T224355Z UID:12843-1770838200-1770847200@cazca.org SUMMARY:ASU Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble "State 48" DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin the ASU Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble as they present a special evening that celebrates our beloved state through music. Inspired by the Arizona and the beautiful Sonoran Desert\, the night of music will include the world premier of Spenser Arias’ piece “Preserving Desert” and a Q&A with CAZCA Program Director\, Challie Facemire\, on the conservation of Sonoran Desert open space. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nFeb 11\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nASU Gammage\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \nAccessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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?\nYou can buy tickets to the event using the button below. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/asu-wind-symphony-and-wind-ensemble-state-48/ CATEGORIES:Love & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/wind-ensemble.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260121T232636Z CREATED:20260121T232631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T232636Z UID:12861-1770811200-1776258000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Botanic Briefings DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin us for monthly informative presentations from Desert Botanical Garden staff and other local experts. \nFeb. 11: Diamonds are Wherever: Seeking Ecological Treasure in the Namib Desert’s Restricted Diamond Mining AreaWebster Auditorium– Dr. Joe McAuliffe\, Director Emeritus and Senior Research Scientist \nFollowing the discovery of diamonds in the southern Namib Desert in 1908\, access to this area has been severely restricted. To this day\, few ecologists have had the opportunity to examine this extremely arid region. Dr. Joe McAuliffe had the unusual opportunity to spend two weeks working in this area in 2022\, and will share some of what he saw and learned during that experience. \nMarch 17: The Hassica An Garden: an ethnobotanical and research site in the Comcaac Land of Sonora\, MexicoDorrance Hall \n\nRaul Puente\, Curator of living Collections & Research Botanist\n\nSince 2015\, Desert Botanical Garden’s researchers have been making trips to the coast of Sonora as part of our columnar cacti studies\, along with collecting seeds and herbarium vouchers\, in land belonging to one of the most enigmatic indigenous groups in the Sonoran Desert region of Mexico: the Comcaac Nation. The Comcaac\, in the past known as the Seri Indians\, are famous for their knowledge and ample use of native plants as food\, medicinal\, construction and handcrafts\, such as baskets and ironwood carvings. We have been helping to develop a piece of land adjacent to the village of Punta Chueca\, as a long term plot for research on the climate change impact on columnar cacti\, as well as an ethnobotanical trail to promote plant uses among local youth and visitors. \nApril 15: Safeguarding Our Desert Icon: Inside the Saguaro Initiatives at Desert Botanical GardenDorrance Hall \n\nTania Hernandez\, New World Succulents Cactus Scientist\n\nThe Saguaro Initiatives are a set of research\, conservation\, and community-science programs led by Desert Botanical Garden to understand\, protect and restore saguaros across the Phoenix Valley and our changing desert. This talk will share what we are learning about saguaro genetics\, health\, survival\, and resilience in the face of rising heat and drought\, and how these efforts connect science\, volunteers\, saguaro owners and long-term conservation. Attendees will also learn how the community can participate in helping safeguard this iconic species for future generations. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nFeb 11\, March 17\, April 15 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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?\nRegistration is not required. Price is included with Garden Admission or Membership \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/botanic-briefings/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/BroomBloom-Standard-730x540-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260122T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260122T113000 DTSTAMP:20250909T221525Z CREATED:20250909T221520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T221525Z UID:12591-1769076000-1769081400@cazca.org SUMMARY:CAZCA Speaker Series- FotoFauna DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin Sky Island Alliance\, in collaboration with CAZCA and McDowell Sonoran Conservancy to learn about the growing network of wildlife cameras and help observe presence\, absence\, and seasonal movements of species in the Sky Islands of the U.S. and Mexico. Learn about how this project will help Sky Island Alliance and our partners study when and where wildlife is present so we can better protect their habitats and pathways. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE:\n\n\n\n\nJan 22\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n10:00 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\nDesert Botanical Garden (virtual option via Zoom)\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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 the 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 \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/cazca-speaker-series-fotofauna/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Ecard_wtmc1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251113T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251113T110000 DTSTAMP:20250909T221805Z CREATED:20250909T221425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T221805Z UID:12582-1763026200-1763031600@cazca.org SUMMARY:CAZCA Speaker Series- Nature Collaborations DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nJoin us for an engaging discussion with Tricia Balluff\, Environmental Programs Manager with the Office of Environmental Programs at the City of Phoenix as she shares some of the ways Phoenix is seeking to embrace nature as part of urban living. From riparian restoration to pollinator initiatives and the beneficial use of stormwater\, Tricia will share lessons learned\, what’s up next for Phoenix\, benefits of expanding urban nature in our own backyards\, and why biodiversity is so important in a time of changing climate and increased urban heat. From butterflies to birds to us\, urban nature helps all of us survive and thrive. \n  \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 13\, 2025\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nDesert Botanical Garden (virtual option via Zoom)\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Accessibility\nCAZCA is dedicated to hosting inclusive\, accessible events so all participants can engage in and enjoy the program. Please email us with your accessibility needs at cazca@dbg.org. \n \n \n \n \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 the 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/cazca-speaker-series-nature-collaborations/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/monarch-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251108T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251108T110000 DTSTAMP:20251024T222813Z CREATED:20251024T221830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T222813Z UID:12794-1762588800-1762599600@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Toss - White Tank Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 our seed pellets! Join us! We 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 Parks Desert Defender Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desertdefenders/ \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. \nWe encourage family participation; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. Note: If fewer than two people register for each event\, we reserve the right to cancel at least one day before. If canceled\, email notifications will go to the registrants. \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\, 2025\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nWhite Tank Mountain Regional Park 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-toss-6/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-24-at-10.41.44-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251107T110000 DTSTAMP:20251024T222302Z CREATED:20251024T221535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T222302Z UID:12788-1762502400-1762513200@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Toss - Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 our seed pellets! Join us! We 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 Parks Desert Defender Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desertdefenders/ \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. \nWe encourage family participation; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. Note: If fewer than two people register for each event\, we reserve the right to cancel at least one day before. If canceled\, email notifications will go to the registrants. \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\, 2025\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:00 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 - Covered Tables Near the Trailer\n\n\n \n \n \n \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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-toss-5/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-24-at-10.41.44-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251106T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251106T110000 DTSTAMP:20251024T222507Z CREATED:20251024T221141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T222507Z UID:12782-1762416000-1762426800@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Toss - McDowell Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 our seed pellets! Join us! We 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 Parks Desert Defender Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desertdefenders/ \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. \nWe encourage family participation; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. Note: If fewer than two people register for each event\, we reserve the right to cancel at least one day before. If canceled\, email notifications will go to the registrants. \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\, 2025\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:00 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-toss-4/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-24-at-10.41.44-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251101T110000 DTSTAMP:20251024T222522Z CREATED:20251024T220803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T222522Z UID:12777-1761984000-1761994800@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Toss - Estrella Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 our seed pellets! Join us! We 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 Parks Desert Defender Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desertdefenders/ \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. \nWe encourage family participation; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. Note: If fewer than two people register for each event\, we reserve the right to cancel at least one day before. If canceled\, email notifications will go to the registrants. \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\, 2025\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:00 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-toss-3/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-24-at-10.41.44-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251031T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251031T110000 DTSTAMP:20251024T222736Z CREATED:20251024T215802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T222736Z UID:12768-1761897600-1761908400@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Toss - White Tank Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 our seed pellets! Join us! We 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 Parks Desert Defender Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desertdefenders/ \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. \nWe encourage family participation; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. Note: If fewer than two people register for each event\, we reserve the right to cancel at least one day before. If canceled\, email notifications will go to the registrants. \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\, 2025\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:\n\n\n\nWhite Tank Mountain Regional Park Area 4 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-toss-2/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-24-at-10.41.44-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251031T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251031T110000 DTSTAMP:20251024T223046Z CREATED:20251024T180849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T223046Z UID:12755-1761897600-1761908400@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Toss - Usery Mountain Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 our seed pellets! Join us! We 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 Parks Desert Defender Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desertdefenders/ \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. \nWe encourage family participation; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. Note: If fewer than two people register for each event\, we reserve the right to cancel at least one day before. If canceled\, email notifications will go to the registrants. \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\, 2025\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:00 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-toss/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-24-at-10.41.44-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251030T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251030T110000 DTSTAMP:20251024T223002Z CREATED:20251024T174516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T223002Z UID:12734-1761811200-1761822000@cazca.org SUMMARY:Maricopa County Seed Toss - Cave Creek Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve Seed Ball Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 from Maricopa County\nIt is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We 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 Parks Desert Defender Program\, visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desertdefenders/ \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. \nWe encourage family participation; however\, parents must be present for minors\, and it is recommended that participants be at least five years of age. Note: If fewer than two people register for each event\, we reserve the right to cancel at least one day before. If canceled\, email notifications will go to the registrants. \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. 30\, 2025\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Time:\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. - 11:00 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 \n Chiricahua National Monument & the Path to Arizona’s Fourth National Park\n \n Oct 22\, 2026 \n \n \n Join HECHO for a conversation about the case for making Chiricahua our next national park. Presenters will explore the landscape’s ecological\, cultural\, recreational\, and economic significance\, share perspectives from southeastern Arizona\, and discuss the bipartisan effort to advance the Chiricahua National Park Act. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss Estrella Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 30\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partner Event \n \n \n \n \n Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Native Seed Toss San Tan Mountain Regional Park\n \n Oct 31\, 2026 \n \n \n Join Maricopa County Parks and Recreation as they help with restoration by tossing seed pellets! URL:https://cazca.org/events/maricopa-county-seed-toss-10-30-25/ CATEGORIES:Sustain & Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cazca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-24-at-10.41.44-AM.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR