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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
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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/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260817T233823Z
CREATED:20260817T233823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T233823Z
UID:10007913-1789203600-1789214400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Look What We Found!
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers of the Oro Valley Historical Society have been working hard this summer to digitize all of our collection – photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more.  We are bringing our historical archives to the 21st century through new technology!  You will be able to visit the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch to see items that we have not displayed before\, and others will feel like old friends.   Our rotating exhibits will be on pause as we continue the digitization process throughout the year.  The displays will look different\, and volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information\, as always.  Stop by the Heirloom Farmers’ Market and take a stroll to the Pusch House Museum every Saturday from 9 a.m. – noon.  We look forward to seeing you there – history loves company! \nOn this day\, our naturalist will be guiding visitors on one hour gentle walking tours around the Ranch sharing stories about the plants\, animals\, people\, and geology of our area.  Tours end at our Heritage Garden\, where plants that have been sustaining Southern Arizona populations for thousands of years are growing right now.  Also\, you can see a replica of a Hohokam pit house. \nTours of the Museum and the Ranch are complimentary\, and donations are gratefully accepted.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/look-what-we-found/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007958-1789171200-1789257599@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/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260911T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260911T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007224-1789119000-1789122600@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/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007957-1789084800-1789171199@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/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007223-1789032600-1789036200@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/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T183924Z
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T183924Z
UID:10007286-1789030800-1789041600@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/2026-09-10/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T093000
DTSTAMP:20260402T220814Z
CREATED:20250507T212211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T220814Z
UID:10003639-1789027200-1789032600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Mission Garden
DESCRIPTION:At Mission Garden\, meet at the front gate\n \nWalk around beautiful Mission Garden with one of the garden’s expert birders. We’ll look for seasonal and resident birds and learn to identify some common calls and songs. The garden is a good place for beginning and intermediate birders to learn about many of the birds common to the greater Tucson area. Check in with the roadrunners. We always check the hummingbird feeder! Take the opportunity to learn about the history of Tucson’s agriculture and some of the crops that have been important here.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/birds-of-mission-garden/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/quail.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T093000
DTSTAMP:20260122T233710Z
CREATED:20241212T041700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T233710Z
UID:10003581-1789027200-1789032600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Walk around Mission Garden to look for seasonal and resident birds. Learn to identify some common calls and songs of the birds here. The garden is a good place for beginning and intermediate birders to learn about many of the birds common to the greater Tucson area. Check in with Kevin (the roadrunner) and our resident chickens. We always check the hummingbird feeder to see what hummingbirds are visiting it! \nWalks usually last about one and half hours. Walking is easy in the garden and the paths\, while not paved\, are made of compacted material that is ADA compatible and suitable for wheelchairs and walkers. The length of this walk is 0.50 to 0.75 mile.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/monthly-bird-walk/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007956-1788998400-1789084799@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/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260909T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260909T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007222-1788946200-1788949800@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/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T213622Z
CREATED:20260526T213622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T213622Z
UID:10007813-1788944400-1788951600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Paton Center Habitat Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:Join Tucson Bird Alliance’s restoration team in enhancing and maintaining habitat around the Paton Center grounds. \n\n\nPosition Description:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTBA’s restoration department has been hard at work acquiring new grounds and developing valuable native habitat types at the Paton Center over the past few years and we need your help to continue this work. Events will focus largely on invasive species removal and weeding but could include any of the following activities:\n\nWeeding and planting the Paton meadow to support pollinators\nTrail maintenance and building for improved visitor experience\nInvasive grass and vine pulling and management\nBrush clearing and hauling\nIrrigation system maintenance to support native plants\nPaton Center yard and grounds maintenance\nNative seed collection\n\nWe welcome you to register for these events if you are interested in any of these tasks and a TBA staff member will reach out in advance of each event to provide a more detailed plan for the day.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRequirements:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come prepared to work in direct sun and in hot temperatures during warm months. We recommend wearing long sleeves\, long pants\, and a hat as well as sturdy close toed shoes. Please also bring a refillable water bottle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober-May: 10-12 pm\nJune-September: 9-11 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNumber of Openings:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are looking for 10-15 volunteers for each date. Registration required. Please click HERE link to sign up for the date(s) you would like to volunteer.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/paton-center-habitat-ambassadors/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Paton Center for Hummingbirds\, 477 Pennsylvania Ave\, Patagonia\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZER;CN="Tucson Bird Alliance":MAILTO:info@tucsonbirds.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007955-1788912000-1788998399@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/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260818T211451Z
CREATED:20260818T211430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T211451Z
UID:10007978-1788894000-1788897600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Order Up!: Pond Damsels
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\nThe 8th annual Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival is here and to celebrate we explore the pond damsel family\, the largest damselfly family in the world. If you see a damselfly just about anywhere in the US and Canada\, it is likely a pond damsel. The presentation will help get you 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-pond-damsels/
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Presentations
ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Master Naturalists":MAILTO:president-pimamn@azmasternaturalist.org.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T183924Z
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T183924Z
UID:10007285-1788858000-1788868800@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/2026-09-08/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007954-1788825600-1788911999@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/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007953-1788739200-1788825599@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/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007952-1788652800-1788739199@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/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260905T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260905T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007221-1788600600-1788604200@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/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260905T100000
DTSTAMP:20260401T230953Z
CREATED:20250325T172454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T230953Z
UID:10003379-1788598800-1788602400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Healing Herb Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about some of the 50 medicinal plants in Mission Garden’s Moore Medicinal Garden. The plants are native to the American Southwest deserts and in many cases have been used for millennia. Modern herbalists are keeping this tradition alive at Mission Garden.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/healing-herb-walk/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T205936Z
CREATED:20260518T181953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T205936Z
UID:10007779-1788595200-1788800400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:111th Sonoita Labor Day Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:111th Labor Day Rodeo!\nSeptember 5\, 6\, & 7\, 2026\n“Best Little Rodeo in Arizona”\n   Over 700 entries w/cash & buckles awarded to the top contestants of the Southwest.\n\n\n\nMerchandise and Concessions on site\nsteak Fry & DANCE Saturday & Sunday\nSteak Fry 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nLive Music starting @ 7 p.m.\nSaturday -Southern Rein\nSunday – Zander Rodriguez
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/111th-sonoita-labor-day-rodeo/
CATEGORIES:Festivals,music,Rodeo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo Association":MAILTO:info@sonoita-fairgrounds.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007951-1788566400-1788652799@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/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260904T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260904T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007220-1788514200-1788517800@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/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007950-1788480000-1788566399@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/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260818T210910Z
CREATED:20260818T210741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210910Z
UID:10007977-1788458400-1788469200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Bugs & Bites/Bichos y Bocadillos
DESCRIPTION:As part of this year’s Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival\, we are pleased to host our fifth annual Bugs & Bites at the Playground. Join Sonoran Institute’s Santa Cruz River team and local experts Scully Young\, Julius Schlosburg\, and Doug Danforth as they unveil the mesmerizing world of dragonflies\, fireflies\, and bee flies. Join us for a fun family-friendly evening while relaxing in a fun downtown Tucson venue! \nWe will have real-time interpretation into Spanish for all the presentations. \nComo parte del Festival de Libélulas del Río Santa Cruz de este año\, nos complace presentar nuestra cuarta edición anual de Bichos y Bocadillos en el Playground Bar & Lounge. Acompaña al equipo del Río Santa Cruz del Sonoran Institute y a expertos Scully Young\, Julius Schlosburg\, and Doug Danforth\, mientras desvelan el fascinante mundo de las libélulas\, las luciérnagas y las moscas abeja. ¡Únete a nosotros para disfrutar de una noche divertida\, familiar y relajada en un animado lugar del centro de Tucson! \nContaremos con interpretación en tiempo real para las presentaciones en inglés y español. \nWhere/Lugar: Playground (278 E Congress St\, Tucson\, AZ 85701)\, open only for this private event \nWhen/¿Cuándo?: Wednesday\, September 3rd\, from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Presentations will start at 6:30 P.M. \n \nScully Young is an aquatic invertebrate researcher who did their studies at the University of Arizona’s School of Natural Resources and the Environment. \n \nJulius Schlosburg is a Tucson-based conservation photographer focusing on water\, landscape\, and the interaction between the built environment and natural ecosystem. For the last 6 years he has been obsessed with Arizona fireflies and the ways in which they can help demonstrate the complex interdependencies which underpin the habitats in which they are found. \n \nDoug Danforth is a retired middle school science teacher. He is an avid photographer and naturalist. He is the co- author of “70 Common Butterflies of the Southwest” and of “Damselflies and Dragonflies of Arizona and Sonora”. Besides birds\, butterflies and dragonflies he has always been intrigued by the variety\, beauty\, and behavior of Bee Flies and has begun studying them more intensely. \nAll are welcome to join! While this is an open-door event\, registration is requested but not required. Food menu and drinks will be available for purchase at Playground. \n¡Todos son bienvenidos a participar! Aunque este es un evento de puertas abiertas\, se solicita registro (pero no es obligatorio). Habrá menú de comida y bebidas disponibles para su compra en Playground.\n \nREGISTER/REGISTRATE 
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/bugs-bites-bichos-y-bocadillos/
LOCATION:Playground Bar and Grill\, 278 E Congress St\, Tucson\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Presentations,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007219-1788427800-1788431400@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/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T183924Z
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T183924Z
UID:10007284-1788426000-1788436800@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/2026-09-03/
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:20260903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007949-1788393600-1788479999@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/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260902T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260902T103000
DTSTAMP:20260522T181848Z
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007218-1788341400-1788345000@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/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTSTAMP:20260818T210034Z
CREATED:20260818T210034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210034Z
UID:10007948-1788307200-1788393599@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/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz River
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Youth Programming
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