Initiatives
Projects & Programs
Explore the projects and program CAZCA is helping lead.
CAZCA Greenprint
Greenprint is a mapping tool designed to help in identifying solutions to balance recreational needs, enhance quality of life and protect critical habitat of the Sonoran Desert.
Collaboration Hub
The CAZCA Hub is a platform to share data, resources, and support collaboration among organizations. Learn more about conservation work in the region.
Desert Defenders
Desert Defenders is a collaborative community science program to map and remove invasive plant species in Maricopa County. Join us and become a Defender!
Metro Phoenix EcoFlora
Everyone is invited to be a citizen scientist. Join the new Metro Phoenix EcoFlora project on iNaturalist. Let’s discover what’s growing in metro Phoenix!
Sonoran Insiders
A social media ambassador program to leverage influencer audiences for the stewardship and responsible use of public lands and National Forests in Arizona.
Sonoran Seed Collaborative
A native plant project to grow, test and find the best practices for propagating native Sonoran Desert plants to harvest for seeds for future restoration projects.