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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260705T123000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T194146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194216Z
UID:10006863-1783242000-1783254600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday and Sunday\, $7 per adult\, $5 per child (13 years and under) \n  \n\n9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour\nTwilight Tour on Saturdays only. Time varies.\n\n  \nPlease call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791.\nBoat rentals are available at the Patagonia Lake Marina.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/boat-tours-at-patagonia-lake-state-park/2026-07-05/
LOCATION:Patagonia Lake\, 400 Patagonia Lake Rd\, Patagonia\,\, AZ\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260520T230346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T230346Z
UID:10007797-1783159200-1783166400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:4th of July 250th Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 4th of July with Tubac Presidio at a fun-filled community event for all ages! Enjoy free admission\, complimentary food\, exciting prizes\, and a variety of activities throughout the day.  \nWe are also proud to honor our veterans who have served our country with a special veterans ceremony. Veterans are warmly invited to attend and participate—please feel free to wear your uniform or a hat representing your service. \nBring your family and friends as we come together to celebrate independence\, community\, and those who have dedicated themselves to protecting our freedoms. We look forward to celebrating with you!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/4th-of-july-250th-celebration/
LOCATION:Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum\, 1 Burruel St\, #1296\, Tubac\, A\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food Experience
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum":MAILTO:assistant@tubacpresidio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260704T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260704T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007185-1783157400-1783161000@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/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260704T123000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T194146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194216Z
UID:10006862-1783155600-1783168200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday and Sunday\, $7 per adult\, $5 per child (13 years and under) \n  \n\n9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour\nTwilight Tour on Saturdays only. Time varies.\n\n  \nPlease call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791.\nBoat rentals are available at the Patagonia Lake Marina.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/boat-tours-at-patagonia-lake-state-park/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Patagonia Lake\, 400 Patagonia Lake Rd\, Patagonia\,\, AZ\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260704T100000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20250325T172454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T230953Z
UID:10003377-1783155600-1783159200@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/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260703T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260703T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007184-1783071000-1783074600@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/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260702T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260702T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007183-1782984600-1782988200@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/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260702T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T210408Z
UID:10007266-1782982800-1782993600@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/2026-07-02/
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;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260701T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260701T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007182-1782898200-1782901800@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/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260630T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260630T173000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260520T000229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T000229Z
UID:10007787-1782835200-1782840600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Overview of Hohokam Pottery Wares and Types
DESCRIPTION:      “Overview of Hohokam Pottery Wares and Types” five-session online adult education class with archaeologist Allen Dart\, sponsored by Old Pueblo Archaeology Center\, PO Box 40577\, Tucson AZ 85717-0577\n        4-5:30 pm ARIZONA/Mountain Standard Time (same as Pacific Daylight Time) each Tuesday. $55 donation per person ($44 for Old Pueblo Archaeology Center and Arizona Site Stewards members) supports Old Pueblo’s education programs about archaeology and traditional cultures. \nRegistered Professional Archaeologist Allen Dart teaches this class in five 1½-hour sessions to familiarize participants with the main kinds of pottery found in southern Arizona archaeological sites of the Hohokam culture. The class will include hundreds of pottery photos\, definitions of terms commonly used in ceramic analysis\, identifying attributes of the most common Hohokam pottery wares and types\, reading materials and bibliographic sources on Hohokam pottery\, and plenty of discussion opportunities. Minimum enrollment 10 people.\nRegistration and prepayment are due 10 days after reservation request or by 5 pm Saturday June 6\, whichever is earlier. To register or for more information contact Old Pueblo at 520-798-1201 or info@oldpueblo.org.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/overview-of-hohokam-pottery-wares-and-types/2026-06-30/
CATEGORIES:Classes,History,Lectures
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T210408Z
UID:10007265-1782810000-1782820800@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/2026-06-30/
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;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260628T123000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T194146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194216Z
UID:10006861-1782637200-1782649800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday and Sunday\, $7 per adult\, $5 per child (13 years and under) \n  \n\n9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour\nTwilight Tour on Saturdays only. Time varies.\n\n  \nPlease call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791.\nBoat rentals are available at the Patagonia Lake Marina.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/boat-tours-at-patagonia-lake-state-park/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Patagonia Lake\, 400 Patagonia Lake Rd\, Patagonia\,\, AZ\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260402T220042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T220044Z
UID:10005879-1782586800-1782594000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Death After Dark Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Escape the heat and join Mauro Trejo on an after-dark and unique and macabre tour that covers some of the most memorable deaths that have taken place in Tucson’s history. From executions to suicides\, and gunfights to accidents\, this 2 mile tour will take you back in time to some of Tucson’s most fascinating tragedies. \nBegins and ends at the Tucson Presidio Museum\, 196 N. Court Ave. \n$35 general | $20 member \nContact  info@TucsonPresidio.com to make a special reservation for a group of 6 or more.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/death-after-dark-walking-tour-2/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Presidio San Augstin del Tucson\, 196 N Court Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85701
CATEGORIES:History,Passport to Your National Parks® Stamp Station,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T190857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T190857Z
UID:10006819-1782558000-1782561600@santacruzheritage.org
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-2/2026-06-27/
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:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20250307T143126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T233016Z
UID:10003274-1782554400-1782561600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Living Lab & Learning Center Tour
DESCRIPTION:Our guided Living Lab Tours happen every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. You’ll be led through our demonstration site by one of our Docents to learn about our many water harvesting systems firsthand.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/living-lab-learning-center-tour-3/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Watershed Management Group\, 1137 N Dodge Blvd.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007181-1782552600-1782556200@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/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T123000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T194146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194216Z
UID:10006860-1782550800-1782563400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday and Sunday\, $7 per adult\, $5 per child (13 years and under) \n  \n\n9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour\nTwilight Tour on Saturdays only. Time varies.\n\n  \nPlease call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791.\nBoat rentals are available at the Patagonia Lake Marina.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/boat-tours-at-patagonia-lake-state-park/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Patagonia Lake\, 400 Patagonia Lake Rd\, Patagonia\,\, AZ\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260627T110000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20250508T162956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232744Z
UID:10003772-1782547200-1782558000@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/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:History,Youth Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260626T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260626T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007180-1782466200-1782469800@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/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260625T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260625T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007179-1782379800-1782383400@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/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T210408Z
UID:10007264-1782378000-1782388800@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/2026-06-25/
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;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260625T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260625T100000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260520T230015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T230015Z
UID:10007796-1782374400-1782381600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling at Colossal Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join Pima County Conservation Lands & Resources for our Spring & Summer Nature Journaling Series. Each session will explore a different location. \nJournaling is a great way to focus the mind\, build creativity\, deepen curiosity\, and learn more about the plants and animals around us. Join us to explore how we can slow our pace and connect with the natural world by capturing words\, images\, and numbers on the page. \nNature Journaling at Colossal Cave \nCaves are cool features – literally- in our Sonoran Desert landscape. Perched at the mouth of the cave\, we’ll use our senses to explore this transition zone of contrasts in light\, temperature\, humidity\, and sound. We’ll record observations\, develop questions\, make discoveries\, and deepen our own connection to the natural world. \n\nDate: Thursday\, June 25\nTime: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.\nLocation: Colossal Cave\, 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail\, Vail 85641\nCost: $5. All materials are provided\, including a new journal to take home.\nAll experience levels welcome.\nExplore and register for upcoming CLR programming in the Environmental Education section of: www.explore.pima.gov\nFor more information: www.pima.gov/CLR\, EEducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/nature-journaling-at-colossal-cave/
LOCATION:Colossal Cave\, 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail\, Vail\, 85641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources":MAILTO:EEducation@pima.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260624T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260624T103000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T181848Z
UID:10007178-1782293400-1782297000@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/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center\, 1421 W Pima Mine Rd\, Sahuarita\, 85629\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260526T213622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T213622Z
UID:10007808-1782291600-1782298800@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/2026-06-24/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260624T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260624T090000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260520T221010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T221010Z
UID:10007791-1782280800-1782291600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer with the Sonoran Desert Weedwackers!
DESCRIPTION:Join staff and dedicated volunteers from the Conservation Lands and Resources Department in our collaborative\, community-wide effort to remove invasive buffelgrass and protect the Sonoran Desert. \nThe Sonoran Desert Weedwackers is a volunteer group dedicated to removing infestations of buffelgrass\, fountain grass and other invasive plants found in the Tucson Mountains and other natural areas in Pima County. Weedwacking is hard work\, but the benefits are well worth the effort! Volunteer events take place on uneven terrain and can be physically demanding. Tools are provided and volunteers should come prepared with water\, sturdy shoes\, long pants\, a backpack/pack\, and sun protection. Exact locations vary\, but details about the specific meeting location within the park will be sent by email to all registered volunteers 2 days ahead of time. \nTo join us\, register for a Sonoran Desert Weedwackers’ volunteer event on buffelgrass.org. \nSign up here to receive our email reminders for upcoming volunteer opportunities. \nMeeting Days for Sonoran Desert Weedwackers \n\n2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month\n3rd Saturday of each month\n\nMeeting times for Sonoran Desert Weedwackers \n\n7 a.m. | March-May\, September-October\n8 a.m. | November-February\n6 a.m. | June-August\n\nSee our Invasive Plant Species page to learn more about invasive plants in Pima County. \nWatch Video (3m 43s) \nLearn about the Sonoran Desert Weedwackers field work and collecting data on the Pima County Invasive Species Portal. \nContact Invasivesprogram@pima.gov with any questions. \n  \nEvent will be hosted at Tucson Mountain Park. Location information will be shared with volunteers a couple of days before event.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/volunteer-with-the-sonoran-desert-weedwackers/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Tucson Mountain Park
CATEGORIES:Environmental Stewardship,Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources":MAILTO:EEducation@pima.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260623T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260623T213000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260520T225746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T225746Z
UID:10007795-1782243000-1782250200@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Bat Walk at Agua Caliente Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Pima County Conservation Lands & Resources to explore the nocturnal world of bats. Begin with an introduction to their diversity\, biology\, and conservation\, then set off with a (provided) bat detector to determine which species are flying overhead. \n\nDate: Tuesday\, June 23\nTime: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.\nLocation: Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E. Roger Rd.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85749\nCost: $10.\nExplore and register for upcoming CLR programming in the Environmental Education section of: www.explore.pima.gov\nFor more information: www.pima.gov/CLR\, EEducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/bat-walk-at-agua-caliente-park/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E Roger Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85749\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources":MAILTO:EEducation@pima.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260623T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260623T173000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260520T000229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T000229Z
UID:10007786-1782230400-1782235800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Overview of Hohokam Pottery Wares and Types
DESCRIPTION:      “Overview of Hohokam Pottery Wares and Types” five-session online adult education class with archaeologist Allen Dart\, sponsored by Old Pueblo Archaeology Center\, PO Box 40577\, Tucson AZ 85717-0577\n        4-5:30 pm ARIZONA/Mountain Standard Time (same as Pacific Daylight Time) each Tuesday. $55 donation per person ($44 for Old Pueblo Archaeology Center and Arizona Site Stewards members) supports Old Pueblo’s education programs about archaeology and traditional cultures. \nRegistered Professional Archaeologist Allen Dart teaches this class in five 1½-hour sessions to familiarize participants with the main kinds of pottery found in southern Arizona archaeological sites of the Hohokam culture. The class will include hundreds of pottery photos\, definitions of terms commonly used in ceramic analysis\, identifying attributes of the most common Hohokam pottery wares and types\, reading materials and bibliographic sources on Hohokam pottery\, and plenty of discussion opportunities. Minimum enrollment 10 people.\nRegistration and prepayment are due 10 days after reservation request or by 5 pm Saturday June 6\, whichever is earlier. To register or for more information contact Old Pueblo at 520-798-1201 or info@oldpueblo.org.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/overview-of-hohokam-pottery-wares-and-types/2026-06-23/
CATEGORIES:Classes,History,Lectures
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260424T210408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T210408Z
UID:10007263-1782205200-1782216000@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/2026-06-23/
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:20260621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260416T194146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194216Z
UID:10006859-1782032400-1782045000@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park
DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday and Sunday\, $7 per adult\, $5 per child (13 years and under) \n  \n\n9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour\n11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour\nTwilight Tour on Saturdays only. Time varies.\n\n  \nPlease call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791.\nBoat rentals are available at the Patagonia Lake Marina.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/boat-tours-at-patagonia-lake-state-park/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Patagonia Lake\, 400 Patagonia Lake Rd\, Patagonia\,\, AZ\, 85624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260529T180106
CREATED:20260521T220057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T202143Z
UID:10007803-1781978400-1781992800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Tucson Juneteenth Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come out to be a part of this cultivation of a community of people of all backgrounds in a day(s) of unity to commemorate and celebrate Juneteenth and African American culture with musical performances\, inspiring speakers\, storytelling\, cultural exhibits\, religious observances\, kid-zone\, food vendors\, etc.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/tucson-juneteenth-festival/
LOCATION:Kino Sports Complex\, 2500 E Ajo Way\, Tucson\, 85713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,History,Youth Programming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tucson Juneteenth":MAILTO:info@tucsonjune19.org
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