by Mary Chisholm | Apr 10, 2026
The Sonoran Seed Collaborative (SSC) is a partnership of the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA), Arizona Columbine Garden Club (ACGC), Arizona Native Plant Society (ANPS), Tovrea Carraro Society (TCS), the City of Phoenix, and the Desert Botanical Garden (DBG) with the goal of increasing the availability of native plant materials for restoration projects in Maricopa County, Arizona. This report covers project activities and lessons learned from November 2019 through July 2020.
by Mary Chisholm | Apr 10, 2026
Invasive species outcompete native desert species, which local wildfire depend on for food and habitat. Invasive species also create fuel for wildfires. Here is a list of 7 of the most common desert invaders in the Sonoran Desert with a picture, name, and description. If you see any of these, pull them, bag them, and trash them!
by Mary Chisholm | Sep 22, 2025
Check out the newly updated 2025 Trails Plan put out by Arizona State Parks and Trails! In it you will find key research findings and shared priorities as well as Arizona trail management priorities and much more!
by Dana Peters | May 5, 2025
In 2020, the Scottsdale Fire Department released some information warning residents of the summer fire risk, even after a relatively green spring. Even a few years later, their guidance for community members to protect their properties from wildfire is still relevant; homeowners can revisit this list at any time to help minimize fire risk.
by Dana Peters | May 5, 2025
Creating defensible space around your home is one of the most important and effective steps you can take to protect you, your family and your home from wildfire. Read on to learn some top tips for fire prevention.
by Dana Peters | May 5, 2025
The Maricopa County Community Wildfire Protection Plan aims to improve local fire awareness and safety, promote emergency evacuation and communications plans, and restore healthy forest and riparian ecosystems.
by Dana Peters | May 5, 2025
As a homeowner, there are simple things you can do to reduce the risk of wildfire to your property; explore the National Fire Protection Association’s Firewise USA™ program to learn how your community can best prepare.
by Dana Peters | May 5, 2025
Visit this resource to learn how to report a wildfire to the closest Dispatch Center.
by Challie Facemire | Apr 21, 2025
Educational materials for outreach about stinknet.
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