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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260611T210254Z
CREATED:20260611T210254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T210254Z
UID:10007830-1790416800-1790431200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Fall Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Borderlands Nursery & Seed on Saturday\, September 26\, from 9 AM to 2 PM\, to shop our selection of native plants\, organically grown from locally sourced seed\, with vendors and music.\nEnjoy a 10% discount on all plants and seeds\, and a 20% discount for Restoration Partners & Founders Circle members.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/fall-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Borderlands Nursery & Seed\, 42 San Antonio Road\, Patagonia\, 85624\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-Fall-Plant-Sale.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Borderlands Restoration Network":MAILTO:info@borderlandsrestoration.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007233-1790415000-1790418600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Discovery Center & Mine Tours
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/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T103000
DTSTAMP:20260818T220832Z
CREATED:20260818T220832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T220832Z
UID:10007983-1790411400-1790418600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Family Dragonfly Activities and Art/Arte de la Naturaleza de las Libélulas con la Familia
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a family-friendly morning of art and nature! Explore the acequias and create dragonfly art to take home. All materials provided\, no experience needed\, all ages welcome. \n¡Disfruta de una mañana familiar de arte y naturaleza! Todas las edades y habilidades son bienvenidas. No se necesita experiencia y se proporcionan todos los materiales. Explora las acequias y crea arte inspirado por las libélulas para llevar a casa. \nThis event is part of the Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival. You can also join Sonoran Institute and local experts to search for dragonflies along the acequia at Mission Garden. Register for a tour
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/family-dragonfly-activities-and-art-arte-de-la-naturaleza-de-las-libelulas-con-la-familia/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festivals,Youth Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-18-at-3.07.49-PM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources":MAILTO:EEducation@pima.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260122T232744Z
CREATED:20250508T162956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232744Z
UID:10003775-1790409600-1790420400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Archaeology Day
DESCRIPTION:At our monthly (fourth Saturday) Archaeology Day\, representatives of Tucson’s archaeology community come to Mission Garden to teach practical hands-on skills. Archaeology Southwest will be doing their Hands-on Archaeology program. It allows kids of all ages to try out fascinating ancient technologies. Old Pueblo Archaeology Center is represented at these events\, also presenting interactive programs about things like pinch pots\, pendants\, and cordage. John Palacio speaks about and demonstrates making replicas of petroglyphs. Come join in any time between 8am and 11am.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/archaeology-day/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:History,Youth Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PithouseinarchaeologicalexcavationAllenDenoyerHomerThiel.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007972-1790380800-1790467199@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260723T180256Z
CREATED:20260723T180256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T180256Z
UID:10007849-1790380800-1790467199@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands\, held each year on the fourth Saturday in September. NPLD is a day of service as well as an opportunity to give back\, build community\, and enjoy the public lands that support our health\, environment\, and well-being. \nFor more than three decades\, NPLD has helped make public lands more accessible to communities nationwide through service and celebration. Coordinated by the National Environmental Education Foundation\, NPLD brings together thousands of volunteers—individuals\, families\, organizations\, and agencies—to care for and celebrate America’s public lands through volunteer and community events. \nPublic lands include national parks\, forests\, monuments\, wildlife refuges\, grasslands\, marine sanctuaries\, lakes\, and state\, county\, and city parks—spaces managed by public agencies or nonprofits and open to all. \nFind National Public Lands Day (NPLD) opportunitIes HERE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/national-public-lands-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship
ORGANIZER;CN="National Environmental Education Foundation":MAILTO:info@neefusa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260925T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007232-1790328600-1790332200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Discovery Center & Mine Tours
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/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007971-1790294400-1790380799@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260924T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260924T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007231-1790242200-1790245800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Discovery Center & Mine Tours
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/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T183924Z
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T183924Z
UID:10007290-1790240400-1790251200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Plant Propagation at Borderlands Restoration Network
DESCRIPTION:Spend your morning at Borderlands Nursery & Seed with a great group of plant lovers propagating native plants that will restore the landscapes of the borderlands.  Bring water and be prepared for outdoor work.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/plant-propagation-at-borderlands-restoration-network/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Borderlands Nursery & Seed\, 42 San Antonio Road\, Patagonia\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZER;CN="Borderlands Restoration Network":MAILTO:info@borderlandsrestoration.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007970-1790208000-1790294399@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260923T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260923T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007230-1790155800-1790159400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Discovery Center & Mine Tours
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/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007969-1790121600-1790207999@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T183924Z
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T183924Z
UID:10007289-1790067600-1790078400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Plant Propagation at Borderlands Restoration Network
DESCRIPTION:Spend your morning at Borderlands Nursery & Seed with a great group of plant lovers propagating native plants that will restore the landscapes of the borderlands.  Bring water and be prepared for outdoor work.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/plant-propagation-at-borderlands-restoration-network/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Borderlands Nursery & Seed\, 42 San Antonio Road\, Patagonia\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZER;CN="Borderlands Restoration Network":MAILTO:info@borderlandsrestoration.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007968-1790035200-1790121599@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007967-1789948800-1790035199@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T215359Z
CREATED:20260818T215206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T215359Z
UID:10007982-1789896600-1789905600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Santa Cruz County Guided Dragonfly Tour/Recorrido Guiado de Libélulas en el condado de Santa Cruz
DESCRIPTION:Join local experts to learn about the dragonflies living along the Santa Cruz River near Tumacacori National Historical Park and Nogales. This tour will ideally go to two locations and require walking on sloped and uneven ground. Plan for having feet that can get wet to get the most from your experience. Transportation is not provided but carpooling will be an option from the tour meeting location.  \nÚnete expertos locales para conocer las libélulas que habitan a lo largo del río Santa Cruz cerca del Parque Histórico Nacional Tumacacori y Nogales. Este recorrido idealmente irá a dos lugares y requerirá caminar por terrenos inclinados y desiguales. Prepárate para mojarte los pies y así aprovechar al máximo la experiencia. No se proporcionará transporte\, pero existirá la opción de compartir vehículo desde el lugar de encuentro del recorrido \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/santa-cruz-county-guided-dragonfly-tour-recorrido-guiado-de-libelulas-en-el-condado-de-santa-cruz/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Hikes,Tours,Youth Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dragonfly-Festival-1920-x-1080-px-3-640x360-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007966-1789862400-1789948799@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260818T214615Z
CREATED:20260818T214615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T214615Z
UID:10007981-1789844400-1789855200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Sonoran Sashay ~~ Dragonfly Festival
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7pm | Show 7:30pm | 21+ \n\nGeneral Admission: $15 + Dice Fees\nRail Seating: $25 + Dice Fees\nHigh Top Table Seating (2 Seat Minimum): $25 + Dice Fees\n\nA desert cabaret spectacular at Club Congress highlighting the wild wonders of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Cruz River as our performers bring the region’s vibrant ecology and groundbreaking community science to center stage. \nPERFORMERS: \nPray the Trey Away \nPosie D’Lish \nLady La La \nKitty Catatonic \nLorna Mae Foxx \nTaryn Garter \nMantis \nBobbie Hart \nItza Dryheat \nSofia Bordeaux \nTommy Tease \nLady Ellie Fury \n\n\n\n\nThis is a 21+ event.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/sonoran-sashay-dragonfly-festival/
LOCATION:Club Congress\, 311 E Congress St #1811\, Tucson\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007229-1789810200-1789813800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Discovery Center & Mine Tours
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/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T103000
DTSTAMP:20260818T214713Z
CREATED:20260818T212250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T214713Z
UID:10007980-1789808400-1789813800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Family Nature Exploration: The Santa Cruz River / Exploradores del Río: Taller Familiar de Ciencia más Arte
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Santa Cruz River for a family-friendly morning of nature exploration\, science\, and art! Discover the wonders of water at a very special place in our desert – the flowing Santa Cruz River. Bring the whole family as we explore the ecosystem\, observe critters that live in and around the water (like dragonflies!)\, and create your own nature art to take home. DIRECTIONS: Meet at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park\, 7548 N Silverbell Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85743 Enter the park from Silverbell Rd.\, just South of Leman Academy. Drive straight until you reach the parking lot. Meet in front of the restrooms that are near the basketball courts and playground/splashpad. map: https://bit.ly/RiverExplorers \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/family-nature-exploration-the-santa-cruz-river/
LOCATION:Crossroads at Silverbell District Park\, 7548 North Silverbell Road\, Marana\, 85743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festivals,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007965-1789776000-1789862399@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007228-1789723800-1789727400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Discovery Center & Mine Tours
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/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T210715Z
CREATED:20260522T210715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T210715Z
UID:10007802-1789722000-1789923600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:111th Santa Cruz County Fair - Santa Cruz County Fair and Rodeo Association
DESCRIPTION:General Admission FRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 18TH\nSchool Day: 15 and Under FREE entry until NOON\nAdmission $5\, Children 5 & Under FREE\nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 19TH\n9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nAdmission $5\, Children 5 & Under FREE\n2:00 PM – CLOSE\nAdmission $15\, Children 5 & Under FREE\nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 20TH\nAdmission $5\, Children 5 & Under FREE
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/111th-santa-cruz-county-fair-santa-cruz-county-fair-and-rodeo-association/
LOCATION:Sonoita Fairgrounds\, 3142 AZ-83\, Sonoita\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food Experience,Music,Rodeo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo Association":MAILTO:info@sonoita-fairgrounds.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007964-1789689600-1789775999@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260917T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007227-1789637400-1789641000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Discovery Center & Mine Tours
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/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T183924Z
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T183924Z
UID:10007288-1789635600-1789646400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Plant Propagation at Borderlands Restoration Network
DESCRIPTION:Spend your morning at Borderlands Nursery & Seed with a great group of plant lovers propagating native plants that will restore the landscapes of the borderlands.  Bring water and be prepared for outdoor work.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/plant-propagation-at-borderlands-restoration-network/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Borderlands Nursery & Seed\, 42 San Antonio Road\, Patagonia\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZER;CN="Borderlands Restoration Network":MAILTO:info@borderlandsrestoration.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007963-1789603200-1789689599@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Let’s catch them all — help us find all the colorful dragonflies and damselflies that are returning to the Santa Cruz River! For decades\, the river was dry\, but now it is flowing in many sections thanks to the release of high-quality recycled water in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties. Beautiful dragonflies and damselflies have come back to the river\, but we need your help to find them all and show the world how successful these river restoration efforts have been. New species are still showing up on the river and you can help find them!\nTo participate in this community science project\, you only have to have a camera\, smartphone\, or tablet\, and an account with iNaturalist. In coordination with our annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we tally how many species we can find along the river each September. But don’t stop there! Continue to add observations anytime throughout the year. \nEveryone is invited to participate! Just follow these easy steps:\n1. Create an iNaturalist account and download the app or use the web interface\n2. Visit any number of numerous locations along the Santa Cruz River and take photos of the dragonflies and damselflies you see\n3. Upload your photos and observations to iNaturalist and we will include them in our tally of all the species found on the river! \nLearn more about the Dragonfly BioBlitz here! 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/dragonfly-bioblitz/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260818T211712Z
CREATED:20260818T211712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T211712Z
UID:10007979-1789587000-1789588800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Order Up! Bonus Episode: Skimmers
DESCRIPTION:Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist on Zoom for a monthly peek into the world of insects and other invertebrates. \n\n\n\n\nThis bonus episode of Order Up investigates the skimmer family\, the most likely group of dragonflies to be noticed by most people. Skimmers are a colorful and common group that can be seen at most ponds and streams. The presentation will help you get ready for the festival field trips (or a trip to your local pond or stream). \nReserve a spot!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/order-up-bonus-episode-skimmers/
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Presentations
ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Master Naturalists":MAILTO:president-pimamn@azmasternaturalist.org.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007226-1789551000-1789554600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:ASARCO Discovery Center & Mine Tours
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/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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