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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260318T223341Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day of Connection & Rio Relay
DESCRIPTION:Join community members\, local organizations\, land management agencies for a day of fun and stewardship!\nDays of Connection celebrating Earth Day and the RioRelay is taking place at Bonita Park right-off of the Santa Cruz River. Join the Pima County Connecting Children to Nature Coalition\, Tucson Clean and Beautiful\, Pima County\, Sonoran Institute\, Tucson Water\, United Way and other partners as we come together to celebrate Earth Day through a day of fun\, stewardship and connecting with nature and community! \nEarth Day of Connection is happening on Saturday\, April 18th between 8AM-11AM at Bonita Park located at 20 N Bonita Ave\, Tucson\, AZ 85745. \nThese experiences bring together local groups and individual passionate about the natural world and environmental stewardship. At this Day of Connection you can expect to; \n\nEnjoy music\, snacks and beautiful green space with a broad community of stewardship and nature lovers.\nSteward the Santa Cruz by picking up trash with TCB  and Sonoran Institute or learn to identify and remove invasive giant reed (Arundo donax) with specialists from Tucson Bird Alliance.\nExperience the on-going neighborhood conservation and restoration efforts in the area being lead by Friends of Favor Celestial and Watershed Management group.\nConnect with Educators with Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources and Regional Flood Control District to learn more about what our county is doing to conserve and celebrate our public lands.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/earth-day-of-connection-rio-relay/
LOCATION:Bonita Park\, 20 N Bonita Ave\, Tucson\, 85745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean Up,Environmental Stewardship,Volunteer Opportunities,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20251223T182930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232611Z
UID:10004201-1776499200-1776531600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Guided Birding Walks at Patagonia Sonoita Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided birding walks at Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve in Southern Arizona on Saturday mornings\, starting November 1st\, 2025! \nLearn about the resident and migrating birds\, ranging from gray hawks to vermilion flycatchers to thick-billed kingbirds. Tours will also touch on the environmental history of the region surrounding the preserve. Birders of all levels are welcome. \nThe start time of the walks will vary depending on the point in the season\, so be sure to check the sign-up form to see when they will begin each week. The fee is $8 per person\, or $5 for Santa Cruz/Cochise County residents and TNC members. Free to Patagonia/Sonoita/Elgin residents and children under 17. Registration is required. \nPlease bring comfortable clothes and footwear to walk 1-2 miles\, a water bottle\, sun protection and snacks. We suggest bringing your own binoculars\, but the preserve has a limited number available for checkout. Read more about preserve regulations here. \nFor more information\, contact Preserve Manager Aaron at aaron.mrotek@tnc.org.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/guided-birding-walks-at-patagonia-sonoita-creek/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve Visitor Center\, 150 Blue Haven Road\, Patagonia\, Arizona\, 85624\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260407T195406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195406Z
UID:10006148-1776502800-1776510000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Fort Lowell Park Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Before Davis Monthan\, there was Fort Lowell! This walking tour covers the history of the land\, people\, and fort structures that played a huge part in the development of modern Tucson during the Apache Wars\, America’s longest-running military conflict. This 2-hour leisurely walk is just under a mile. It will feature the adobe ruins of fort structures such as the Quartermasters Building\, Officers’ Quarters\, Post Barracks and the Fort Hospital. Admission to the museum is included with the tour. \nBe prepared to be on your feet. No public water or restrooms are available at the museum\, but the park offers fountains and public restrooms (next to the parking lot\, by the Craycroft entrance). \nBegins and ends at the Fort Lowell Museum \n  \nBuy tickets here: https://tucsonpresidio.com/civicrm/event/register/?id=1193&reset=1 \n 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/fort-lowell-park-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Fort Lowell Museum\, 2900 N Craycroft Rd\, Tucson\, 85712\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Lowell Museum":MAILTO:gingert@tucsonpresidio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260320T231334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T231334Z
UID:10005858-1776502800-1776513600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:America Semiquincentennial and the Town of Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:As America’s Semiquincentennial celebration continues\, the Oro Valley Historical Society presents the third part of its annual exhibit at the Pusch House Museum in Steam Pump Ranch. America Semiquincentennial and the Town of Oro Valley reflects on the nation’s founding struggles\, Arizona’s path to statehood\, and the Town’s own early challenges. Volunteers will be on hand to share more\, and free tours are offered with donations gratefully accepted.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/america-semiquincentennial-and-the-town-of-oro-valley-3/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260416T194146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194216Z
UID:10006840-1776502800-1776515400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday and Sunday\, $7 per adult\, $5 per child (13 years and under) \n  \n\n9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour\nTwilight Tour on Saturdays only. Time varies.\n\n  \nPlease call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791.\nBoat rentals are available at the Patagonia Lake Marina.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/boat-tours-at-patagonia-lake-state-park/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Patagonia Lake\, 400 Patagonia Lake Rd\, Patagonia\,\, AZ\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260416T195935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T195935Z
UID:10007021-1776502800-1776524400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since ASARCO opened their doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nASARCO invites you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours-2/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260305T190819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191658Z
UID:10005467-1776502800-1776531600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Self Guided Center Tours
DESCRIPTION:Since we opened our doors in 1997\, the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to our civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history. \nWe invite you to take our free self-guided tour of the center’s indoor and outdoor exhibits\, which walks through the copper transformation process. Afterward\, peruse the Company Store for unique and educational gifts.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-self-guided-center-tours/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260305T191614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T191614Z
UID:10005769-1776504600-1776508200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am\, 1:15 pm\, & 3:00 pm \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T200315Z
UID:10007141-1776504600-1776508200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Ticketed Mine Tour
DESCRIPTION:The ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tours’ vision has been to educate communities on the vital importance of the copper mining industry to  civilization\, to educate students and teachers in earth sciences\, and to preserve Arizona’s mining history.’ \nJoin the mine tour for a firsthand look at the copper transformation process. Ticketed mine tours are approximately 65 minutes long. \nTours at 9:30 am\, 11:15 am \nSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MINE TOUR \n\n\nClosed-toed shoes are required to take the tour. No Crocs\, sandals\, or flip-flops will be allowed.\nWe suggest bringing a water bottle (filtered water station is available in the Center).\nPlease dress comfortably.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/asarco-ticketed-mine-tour/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260408T171043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T171043Z
UID:10006147-1776504600-1776510000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join yoga instructors\, Sarah Bayze & Jen Rischard\, in this 90 minute all-levels yoga class exploring Virya in honor of Earth Day! Virya = right effort. How we use our energy matters\, for our bodies and our planet. Virya is effort guided by wisdom. Earth Day reminds us that our effort matters — how we walk\, what we consume\, how we move — all of it is energy in relationship with the Earth. \nA fusion of Vinyasa and Hatha yoga styles and a soothing sound bath to support your savasana\, this class is appropriate for all levels and modifications will be offered. This event will benefit Friends of Madera Canyon in honor of Earth Day.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/earth-day-yoga/
LOCATION:Santa Rita Lodge \, Madera Canyon\, 1218 S Madera Canyon Rd\, Madera Canyon\, AZ\, 85614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20251219T184459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T234443Z
UID:10004176-1776506400-1776513600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Santa Cruz River History Tour
DESCRIPTION:This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River\, how it supported Tucson’s early residents\, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. \nThe tour begins at Tucson’s Mission Gardens and includes the sites of the former Spanish mission and the O’odham village that was the origin of our modern city. Attendees also visit Tucson’s tallest tree and the Garden of Gethsemane\, a holy site of statues made by WWI veteran and artist Felix Lucero in the 1940s.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2-3/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:Hikes,History,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260330T203834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T203834Z
UID:10005865-1776506400-1776524400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Native Nations Day
DESCRIPTION:This family friendly event celebrates 4000+ years of indigenous culture in Tucson through art\, food\, and performances.\n\nPresentation:Brandon Varela\, Director of the Old Pascua Museum and Yaqui Culture Center\, will discuss the significance of the Deer Dance to the Yaqui (Yoeme) people.\n\nPerformances:Yaqui Deer Dancers from the Old Pascua community\n\nDemonstrations/vendors may include:Pottery\, silversmithing\, gourd making\, basket making\, digital arts\, flintknapping\, and much more!\n\nFood:Sherri’s Frybread with sweet and savory toppings.\n\nIncluded in regular admissionFor more information visit:http://www.tucsonpresidio.com/living-history-days…/\n\nPresidio Museum196 N. Court AveTucson\, Az85701
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/native-nations-day/
CATEGORIES:Arts,Food Experience,History,Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260130T232907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T182329Z
UID:10004279-1776520800-1776524400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:The Arizona Trail: An 850-mile Mountain Bike Exploration of Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Along the 850-mile Arizona Trail from Utah to Mexico\, climate change is reshaping ecosystems and communities across the Southwest. In fall 2025\, Arizona Republic climate reporter and ecologist Joan Meiners spent seven weeks mountain biking the entire trail to document these changes and explore solutions with scientists\, tribes\, and local experts. Through vivid photos\, video\, and storytelling\, this presentation traces Arizona’s most urgent environmental challenges and opportunities—mile by mile—from fire-scarred forests and deepening drought to renewable energy efforts and humanitarian issues at the border. This free program is made possible by AZ Humanities and space is limited. Please note\, park admission is not included.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/the-arizona-trail-an-850-mile-mountain-bike-exploration-of-climate-change/
LOCATION:Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum\, 1 Burruel St\, #1296\, Tubac\, A\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum":MAILTO:assistant@tubacpresidio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T024839
CREATED:20260402T220042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T220044Z
UID:10003450-1776538800-1776546000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Death After Dark Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Escape the heat and join Mauro Trejo on an after-dark and unique and macabre tour that covers some of the most memorable deaths that have taken place in Tucson’s history. From executions to suicides\, and gunfights to accidents\, this 2 mile tour will take you back in time to some of Tucson’s most fascinating tragedies. \nBegins and ends at the Tucson Presidio Museum\, 196 N. Court Ave. \n$35 general | $20 member \nContact  info@TucsonPresidio.com to make a special reservation for a group of 6 or more.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/death-after-dark-walking-tour-2/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Presidio San Augstin del Tucson\, 196 N Court Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85701
CATEGORIES:History,Passport to Your National Parks® Stamp Station,Tours
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