Community W.A.T.E.R. Field Studies for Schools
Connect your classroom with Pima County Stormwater Parks through hands-on outdoor learning. These 1–3 hour field studies inspire environmental stewardship while exploring urban watersheds, ecology,
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Our Mission & Vision
Ironwood Tree Experience inspires youth to connect with their community through enriching nature-based experiences, guided by a vision of young people across Southern Arizona stepping forward as thoughtful stewards of our Earth’s healing and enduring well-being.
For Youth...
Nature invites youth to explore, ask questions, and grow. Through each experience, they build community connections, stewardship skills, and a lasting commitment to caring for the lands and waters around them.
November 2026 through January 2027
Jan-Feb 2027
Feb-April 2027
March 2027
Saturday, 5/1/2027
Friday, 5/7/2027
For Teachers...
Teachers are keystone leaders, nurturing and connecting students to the natural world, just as keystone species such as saguaros and ironwoods sustain the Sonoran Desert.
Our programs for teachers enrich learning, support educator well-being, and inspire environmental stewardship for all generations.
Professional Development & Workshops are for high school teachers. Sign up!
Saturday, 1/23/2027 through Sunday, 1/24/2027
For Community...
We prioritize care, connection, and understanding in every relationship. Together with donors, partners, family, and friends, we embrace diverse perspectives to strengthen nature-based youth experiences and cultivate a resilient, connected community for all.
Bringing people together through environmental work, play, or learning sparks one of our core values—ecojoy.
Events are for all ages – the young and the young at heart. Join us!
Day, Date to be determined
Friday, 11/27/2026 through Thursday, 12/31/2026
Sunday, 11/29/2026
Saturday, 1/16/2027
Stories, Adventures, and Highlights
Every day is an opportunity for an adventure. Through time in nature, we discover something new, build lasting friendships, and deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
See where ITE can take you.
Read more about our latest outdoor adventures and nature highlights.
ITE’s Alumni Reunion Campout
In November 2025, we hosted our first Alumni Reunion Campout where we invited alumni who participated in ITE programs ranging from 5-15 years ago offering
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Your support helps ensure that every young person has the chance to learn, explore, and grow through meaningful outdoor experiences.
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