Wildlife Overpass in the News
February 24, 2014
The much needed wildlife crossings on Oracle Road are getting closer to becoming reality! Bud Foster from KOLD News 13 highlighted the vegetated wildlife overpass and our Executive Director, Carolyn […]
Spring Hiking in the Ironwood Forest National Monument
February 14, 2014
Saturday, March 8, 2014: Don’t miss your chance to join The Friends of Ironwood Forest on our second annual March 8th Event “Hike the Monument”. We will be hiking in the Ironwood […]
Coalition Featured on Local Radio!
January 17, 2014
The Coalition’s Executive Director, Carolyn Campbell, was recently interviewed by the local radio station, KXCI, as part of their Weekly Green segment about our work! She gives a comprehensive overview of […]
Tucson Citizen Lobby Workshop Is January 29th!
January 16, 2014
Are you ready to make a difference? Interested in helping to protect Arizona’s air, land, and water? Promote clean energy? Please join us for this fun (yes, fun!) and informative workshop.
Make a Difference February 18! Attend Environmental Lobby Day!
January 10, 2014
On February 18, 2014, environmental advocates from around the state, new and experienced, will be gathering at the Arizona State Capitol to meet with state legislators to express support for rivers and streams, clean air, land conservation, wildlife, and more. Come be a part of one of our teams!
Next Highway Cleanup is January 25th!
January 2, 2014
Our next Oracle Road cleanup is Saturday, January 25, starting at 9am. We will provide breakfast food, coffee, snacks, and water to refill your water bottles. We will meet at the […]
Julie St. John
December 23, 2013
“I have seen so many changes in my almost quarter of a century here, and I cannot tell you how relieved I am to know that the Coalition is here to make sure the Sonoran Desert has a voice.”
Friends of the Desert #45
December 23, 2013
In this issue: Birders Mean Business!: Arizona’s Watchable Wildlife worth $1.4 Billion Per Year, Jaguars in Arizona: Threats and Critical Habitat, Open Space Remains a Top Priority for Pima County Residents,The Painted Hills: A treasure for All City and County Residents; and more!
Tortolita Mountain Park Expanded!
December 16, 2013
On December 4th, Pima County acquired 818 acres of state trust land to expand Tortolita Mountain Park! The land was acquired at auction and purchased for its appraised value of […]
Wildlife underpass construction has started on SR 86!
December 11, 2013
On November 25th, the first phase of construction began on Pima County’s first two wildlife underpasses on State Route 86! State Route 86 (SR 86) links Tucson to the Tohono […]
Will you help us protect the Sonoran Desert?
December 9, 2013
In celebration of our 15th Anniversary, one of our generous donors has pledged a $15,000 matching gift. If you donate today, your contribution will be automatically doubled!
Giving Tuesday is December 3rd!
December 2, 2013
Thank you if you supported us on Giving Tuesday! We are even closer to our fundraising goal thanks to you! There is a Black Friday. More recently, Cyber Monday. Now […]
Get involved with the Comprehensive Plan update!
November 27, 2013
Pima County is currently gathering public input as part of the Comprehensive Plan update. Pima Prospers is holding a series of community meetings to more effectively plan for the future and incorporate […]
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Rosemont mine would cause “substantial and unacceptable impact” to southern Arizona water supplies
November 22, 2013
Chalk up a potential reprieve for the Santa Cruz valley watershed and clean drinking water! On November 7th, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a letter to the U.S. […]
Fundraiser with local beer this Thursday!
October 22, 2013
Come support the Coalition this Thursday night (10/24) at Fini’s Landing for a tasty fundraiser! Tucson’s local Barrio Brewing has crafted a Bone Dry beer that will be rolled out on Thursday. For […]
Rosemont Investor Update Now Available
October 17, 2013
An investor report on Augusta Resource is now available from the non-profit organization, Save the Scenic Santa Ritas. An accompanying press release with access to the report can be found […]
Regional Transportation Plan Survey: Your Input is Needed!
September 16, 2013
Pima Association of Governments (PAG) has joined with Imagine Greater Tucson (IGT) to get resident feedback on transportation issues in our region. Provide your feedback today by completing the survey.
Bond Survey Results
August 23, 2013
Bond Survey results are in. Habitat Protection Priorities and Associated Lands and Community Open Space were top choices!