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Events for October

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Feb-April 2027

Prgram Description: Youth for Blue Skies (YBS) is an environmental and community-based internship program for teens ages 15-19 years of age. The program is in...

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Jan-Feb 2027

Program Description: Community W.A.T.E.R. Advocates (W.A.T.E.R.) is an environmental and community-based internship program for high school youth, ages 14-19. In partnership with the Pima County...

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November 2026 through January 2027

Our Community Naturalist Internship is a storytelling and community action internship for high school youth, ages 14-19. Interns will receive special training on interpretation and...

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October 31st, 2026

An Amphi Neighborhood Park Celebration and Halloween Fun! Presented in partnership with the Pima County Regional Flood Control District, this event is part of Ironwood...

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October 13th, 2026 through October 16th, 2026

Fall Break Campout in the Chiricahua Mountains Join us for an engaging adventure in the Chiricahua Mountains during your fall break on October 13-16. By...

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September 26th, 2026

Join us to explore the diversity of Tucson’s Stormwater Parks! When/What/Where: Saturday September 26, 2026 from 8am-3:30pm Community W.A.T.E.R Advocate program is a partnership between...

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September 19th, 2026

Join us to connect your classroom to Saguaro National Park! When/What/Where: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 8:00am – 3:30pm Bridging Schools and Parks is a...

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September 4th, 2026

Life After Dark EcoProgram at TBD Join us for an evening adventure in the Tucson Mountains on September 4th, 2026. By signing up for this...

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Saturday, 9/12/2026 & Sunday, 9/13/2026

Join us to explore the historic Juan Bautista de Anza Trail! When/What/Where: Saturday September 12 from 8:00am-4:00pm & Sunday September 13, 2026 from 8:00am-3:00pm Story...

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August 27th, 2026

When/What/Where: August 27th from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at Ironwood Tree Experience located at the Historic Y, 738 N. 5th Ave. The Teacher Meet n’ Greet...

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April 11th, 2026 through April 12th, 2026

Join us to explore the historic Juan Bautista de Anza Trail! Connecting Southern AZ Communities with the Anza Trail Teacher Professional Development is an exciting...

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March 21st, 2026 through March 22nd, 2026
Want to get outside to experience nature, history, and culture? Apply now for the Down to Earth Educator Professional Development Program!...

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Available Dates for Urban Half Day Opportunities are March 5th and March 12th

What is Field Studies for Schools (FSS)? Field Studies for Schools (FSS) connects educators and their students to the Sonoran Desert. From Biology to Art...

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March 7th, 2026

Join us to explore the diversity of Tucson’s Stormwater Parks! When/What/Where: Saturday March 7, 2026 from 8am-3:30pm– Community WATER Advocate program is a partnership between...

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March 15th, 2026 through March 28th, 2026

Join us for an engaging adventure in Aravaipa Canyon during your spring break on March 15-18. By signing up for this excursion you will: Have...

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January 31st, 2026

When/What/Where: Saturday, January 31st, 2026 from 8am-4:00pm– Bridging Schools and Parks is a collaborative project between Saguaro National Park & Ironwood Tree Experience (ITE), which...

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February 4th, 2026 through May 2nd, 2026

Youth for Blue Skies is an environmental and community-based internship program for high school youth, ages 15-18. In partnership with the Pima County Department of...

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January 17th, 2026
Come walk with us on a one-mile adventure along the Chuk-son Trail through Tucson's Santa Cruz River, historic barrios, and greenways. Along the way, youth...

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January 23rd, 2027 through January 24th, 2027

Over the course of 2-days teachers will experience a unique exploratory adventure in learning that traverses the ecological and cultural landscapes along the Santa Cruz...

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May 7th, 2027

Join us for an evening adventure in the Tucson Mountains onMay 7th, 2027. By signing up for this excursion you will: Have the opportunity to...

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May 1st, 2027

During our Youth for Blue Skies internship, youth will choose and prepare a topic related to the internship’s key themes. They will present these topics...

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September 26th, 2026

Visit the National Public Lands Day Site Our mission depends on equitable access to public lands, including National Parks, Forests, and Grasslands. Help preserve these...

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October 10th, 2026

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day and discover the vital role birds play in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Although Ironwood Tree Experience is not hosting an Every...

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Day, Date to be determined

Neighborhood Meetings and Events In partnership, the Pima County Regional Flood Control District and Ironwood Tree Experience host events celebrating neighborhood green stormwater infrastructure parks....

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November 27th, 2026 through December 31st, 2026

Hosted by ITE staff, board, and friends, our Year-End Fundraiser celebrates the generosity of our community and ensures ITE’s mission is possible. You can help...

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Monday, October 12 through Friday, October 16

Community W.A.T.E.R. Advocates (W.A.T.E.R.) is an environmental and community-based internship program for high school youth, ages 14-18. In partnership with the Pima County Regional Flood...

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November 29th, 2026

Event details have not been determined yet. Check back for more details. Learn more and Sign Up

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January 16th, 2027
Come walk with us on a one-mile adventure along the Chuk-son Trail through Tucson's Santa Cruz River, historic barrios, and greenways. Along the way, youth...

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April 7th, 2027

Ironwood Tree Experience is part of Arizona Gives Day—a 24-hour statewide online giving event and ITE’s biggest fundraiser of the year! Support Us on Arizona...

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March 2027

Join us for a unique wilderness adventure in the Rincon Mountains, sky island during your March 2027 spring break. By applying for this Backpacking trip,...

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