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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261021T073000
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SUMMARY:Birding Agua Caliente Park
DESCRIPTION:In southern Arizona the natural world begins to think about spring in March. This walk at Agua Caliente Park offers opportunities to view our desert denizens alongside some pond-loving riparian birds\n\nDates: Wednesday 16\, October 7 and 21\nTime: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.\nLocation: Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E Roger Rd\, Tucson 85749\nCost: Free*
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/birding-agua-caliente-park/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E Roger Rd\, Tucson 85749\, 12325 E Roger Road\, Tucson\, 85749\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Conservation Lands &amp%3B Resources":MAILTO:EEducation@pima.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260925T191418Z
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SUMMARY:Tubac Heritage Tour
DESCRIPTION:This is a private walking tour of Tubac. Tubac originally emerged as a village of the Sobaipuri and is the site of the oldest European settlement in what is now the state of Arizona\, founded in 1752. \nLook into this experience in this video. \nDivided into four themes\, the itinerary includes a background & interpretation of Tubac’s: \nA. Geography\n(i.) Santa Cruz Valley and River\n(ii.) Upper Sonoran Desert natural landscape overview\n(iii.) Local mountain range identification \nB. Native American and Spanish colonial history\n(i.) Sobaipuri Rancheria of Tubac and the origin of the name\n(ii.) Pima Rebellion & the Spanish royal presidio of San Ignacio de Tubac.\n(iii.) Juan Bautista de Anza II and the expedition to California\n(a.) Visit to shaded mesquite bosque and endangered cottonwood-willow gallery forest along the Santa Cruz River.\n(iv.) The Apache presence in Santa Cruz Valley \nC. Mexican and American Eras\n(i.) Gadsden Purchase: U.S. Military and Abandonment\n(ii.) Mining Activity and Charles Poston (Poston House)\n(iii.) Civil War & 1870s reoccupation of Tubac\n(iv.) Sonoran Row House Architecture & later Art Colony \nD. A guided visit to Tubac Presidio State Historic Park \nGain a deeper understanding and orientation for our shared borderlands region’s cultural and natural diversity on this itinerary. \nLength: Approx. 1.5-mile total walking distance on this urban trek along sidewalks and a relatively level ¼ mi hiking trail. \nWhat to bring: Please be sure to bring comfortable shoes and sun protection – sunscreen\, hat\, and/or long-sleeved loose-fitting clothing as well as plenty of water. \nMeeting Place: Our tour meeting place is in front of the main entrance to the Tubac Center of the Arts. \nAddress: 9 Plaza Rd\, Tubac\, AZ 85646 \nThe guide will have BORDERLANDIA gear on for identification. \nPlease email us at info@borderlandia.org if you would like to send payment by check\, Zelle\, or VENMO. \nRead what people are saying about Borderlandia’s tours here. \nHave a question? Check out the FAQ. \n\nCancellation Policy – Arizona Day Tours\nSingle-day trips in Arizona available for registration on the Borderlandia website are fully refundable up to four weeks before the tour date. If cancellation occurs within four to two weeks of the tour’s day\, they are subject to a $20 (per person) cancellation fee. There is no refund if cancellation occurs within two weeks of the tour date. There’s also the option to transfer the registration to another individual found by the original registrant.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/tubac-heritage-tour/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Tubac Center of The Arts\, 9 Plaza Road\, Tubac\, AZ\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,History,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T100000
DTSTAMP:20261006T222109Z
CREATED:20261006T222109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T222109Z
UID:10008455-1792828800-1792836000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Paton Center Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing morning at the Paton Center\, featuring short\, easy walks (less than a mile total) along trails like the Cuckoo Corridor and Gray Hawk Birding Trail. We’ll also spend some unhurried time enjoying the activity around the bird feeders. Trails on site are mostly packed dirt or gravel\, with the possibility of brief walking in the dry bed of Sonoita Creek. Known for its vibrant backyard birdlife and scenic setting\, the Paton Center for Hummingbirds offers the perfect opportunity to experience the unique birds of southeast Arizona.\nTrip difficulty: Easy to moderate; Less than 1 mile on level but uneven surfaces (trails are mostly packed dirt or consist of wood chips). Drinking water\, restrooms and benches are available at the Paton Center.\nLimited to 10 participants. All ages welcome.\nLeader: Wayne Smith\, Paton Center Birding Ambassador\n\nTo sign up: Email the Paton Center Site Manager\, Alexis Stark (astark@tucsonbirds.org)
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/paton-center-bird-walk/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Paton Center for Hummingbirds\, 477 Pennsylvania Ave\, Patagonia\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Tucson Bird Alliance":MAILTO:info@tucsonbirds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T234416Z
CREATED:20260929T231110Z
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SUMMARY:A Rose By Any Other Name....
DESCRIPTION:can still be grown in the desert!  The Tucson Garden Club invites you to an inspiring session on beginning your own rose garden. Learn practical tips and insider advice from Terry Swartz\, past President of the Tucson Rose Society\, as he shares his favorite techniques for selecting\, planting\, and caring for roses in our desert climate. \nAfter the presentation\, enjoy a guided visit to the Heritage Garden\, where you’ll see firsthand how the Oro Valley Historical Society team and the Tucson Garden Club have partnered to cultivate thriving roses within our historic landscape. \nThis free presentation is sponsored by the Oro Valley Historical Society.  Donations to Oro Valley Historical Society are appreciated to help us keep Oro Valley history alive!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/a-rose-by-any-other-name/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Lectures,Presentations,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Rose-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T190857Z
CREATED:20260416T190857Z
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SUMMARY:Docent Led Tour
DESCRIPTION:Docent Led Tour of the Empire Ranch House. 11 am to noon. Reservations are required by 5 pm the day before the tour. Click here to make a reservation. Free. Meet at the Visitor Contact Station.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/docent-led-tour-2/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Empire Ranch\, 16655 E. Empire Ranch Rd\, Sonoita\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Empire Ranch Foundation":MAILTO:admin@empireranchfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260925T211713Z
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SUMMARY:Tumacácori Mission Tour
DESCRIPTION:This is a private tour of Tumacácori National Historical Park by a former NPS ranger who worked there in historic preservation and heritage interpretation. \nThe park protects one of the most unique places in Arizona and helps people understand the state’s vibrant natural and cultural landscapes. \nLook into this experience in this video. \nDivided into 4 themes\, the itinerary includes an interpretation of: \nA. The historic visitor center and convento garden.\n(i.) A look at the early 20th century National Park Service history of the park.\n(ii.) New Deal (CCC) architecture. \nB. The mission complex ruins.\n(i.) Native American and Spanish colonial history of Tumacácori.\n(ii.) Overview of historic preservation techniques for earthen architecture and natural lime plasters at the mission.\n(iii.) Visit to acequia as a reference point to tell the agricultural and ranching legacy of the missions. \nC. The Santa Cruz River valley.\n(i.) Kino Heritage Fruit Tree Orchard.\n(ii.) Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail.\n(iii.) A short hike (¼ mile) through shaded mesquite bosque and endangered cottonwood-willow gallery forest.\n(v.) Visit to the Santa Cruz River. \nD. Guided visit through the park museum. \nStep back in time on this itinerary to gain a deeper understanding and sense of place for our shared borderlands region’s cultural and natural diversity. \nPlease remember to bring your National Park Service Pass if you have one.  \nLength: Approx. 1-mile total walking distance on this urban trek along sidewalks and a relatively level ¼ mi hiking trail. \nWhat to bring: Please be sure to bring comfortable shoes and sun protection – sunscreen\, hat\, and/or long-sleeved loose-fitting clothing as well as plenty of water. \nMeeting Place: Our tour meeting place is in front of the main entrance to Tumacacori National Historical Park at the Visitor Center. \nAddress: 1891 I-19 Frontage Rd\, Tumacacori\, AZ 85640 \nThe guide will have BORDERLANDIA gear on for identification. \nPlease email us at info@borderlandia.org if you would like to send payment by check\, Zelle\, or VENMO. \nRead what people are saying about Borderlandia’s tours here. \nHave a question? Check out the FAQ. \n\nCancellation Policy – Arizona Day Tours\nSingle-day trips in Arizona available for registration on the Borderlandia website are fully refundable up to four weeks before the tour date. If cancellation occurs within four to two weeks of the tour’s day\, they are subject to a $20 (per person) cancellation fee. There is no refund if cancellation occurs within two weeks of the tour date. There’s also the option to transfer the registration to another individual found by the original registrant.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/tumacacori-mission-tour/2026-10-26/
LOCATION:Tumacácori National Historical Park\, 1891 E Frontage Rd\, Tumacacori\, 85640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,History,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T231150Z
CREATED:20260929T231150Z
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SUMMARY:Steam Pump Ranch isn't Spooky!
DESCRIPTION:Well\, it might be – the Oro Valley Historical Society has had two investigations by the Tucson Paranormal Society and certainly felt breezes\, saw artifacts move\, and communicated with spirits. But today\, we want to welcome you to the Pusch House Museum to see artifacts from our collection. Self-guided tours are complimentary\, and donations are gratefully accepted to help us keep Oro Valley history alive. With the Ranch being occupied since the late 1800’s\, there are bound to be spirits roaming the grounds\, and we are sure they would be pleased with what the Town and the Society have done with the place!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/steam-pump-ranch-isnt-spooky/
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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