State Schedules

April 29th Auction

of 160 Acres for Copper World Tailings Dump

Arizona State Land Commissioner Robyn Sahid notified Pima County Friday that the state intends to auction 160 acres requested by Toronto-based Hudbay Minerals on April 29. The state land would connect two separate areas of private land owned by Hudbay south of Corona De Tucson. (Click here to read more about this land sale and the value of this 160-acre parcel to Hudbay.)

Pima County Administrator Jan Lesher sent a letter on Friday to Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs requesting the auction be withdrawn until after Hudbay releases its Final Feasibility Study, expected the middle of this year.

The Living Desert Alliance joins the Save the Scenic Santa Ritas (SSSR) in asking everyone opposed to the Copper World mine to immediately send emails to Governor Hobbs requesting the withdrawal of the auction. See the SSSR sample letter below.

Sample Letter Instructions:

1. Copy and paste this sample letter draft into your word processor (Microsoft Word, Google Docs, etc.)
2. Edit the draft letter to include your name and/or your organization, along with any other edits you see fit. Please personalize these letters!
3. Sign the letter with your name, address, and affiliation (if applicable).
4. Email your letter to Governor Hobbs at engage@az.gov
5. Share this action alert with your friends, family, and community networks!

Paige Humphrey, Outreach Coordinator for the SSSR and the LDA, thank you for taking action to protect our beloved Santa Rita mountains!

Discover the Story of “Lost Canyon”

Author Presentation

Miller–Golf Links Library

Tomorrow, February 13 at 10:30 AM

Local naturalist, citizen scientist, and author Dave DeGroot will visit the Miller–Golf Links Library, 9640 E Golf Links Rd, Tucson, AZ 85730, on February 13 at 10:30 AM to share the story behind his new book, Lost Canyon in the Northern Santa Rita Mountains: The story of Rosemont Valley's Barrel Canyon. A retired Sahuarita teacher and longtime Madera Canyon docent, DeGroot will offer an illustrated look at the surprising natural and human history of Barrel Canyon, which he calls “the beating heart of Rosemont Valley.” Click here for additional information.

Tanque Verde Creek

Flow Collection

Volunteer Opportunity

The Tanque Verde Creek is flowing! That’s great news. Now, Watershed Management Group needs your help to continue data collection in Tanque Verde Bosque downstream of Wentworth Rd. They are looking for volunteers who live in the area to visit regularly and collect important photo and flow data, ensuring they have a complete data set for this high-priority riparian area.

WMG has been monitoring this creek since 2019 and has found it's an area with increasing seasonal flows, with the potential to flow most of the year. This data helps them advocate for protecting the groundwater and expanding the riparian forest. 

Collecting data for Flow365 is easy! With an app and a few instructions, you'll be on your way to collecting this important data. If you're interested in exploring this riparian area on a regular basis, contact Lauren Knight, River Run Network Program Manager today at lknight@watershedmg.org to learn more!

THE AMERICAN SOUTHWEST

A must see visually rich documentary!

THE AMERICAN SOUTHWEST documentary captures the spirit and complexity of the Colorado River like few films ever have. Guided by the compelling narration of Quannah Chasinghorse, the film immerses viewers in the region’s wildlife—from industrious beavers and powerful bull elk to the resilient rattlesnakes that define desert life. Every scene highlights the beauty and fragility of this iconic landscape.

Produced by Fin and Fur Films in collaboration with Natives Outdoors, the documentary blends natural history, cultural depth, and environmental urgency. It sheds light on the profound challenges facing the Colorado River, emphasizing the need for smarter water management and stronger conservation efforts. Director Ben Masters, known for Deep in the Heart, The River and The Wall, and Unbranded, brings his signature passion for wildlife storytelling to every frame. It’s a moving, unforgettable watch.



Click here to preview.

Click here for links to view this amazing film.

WMG

In-Person Greywater Harvesting Class

Today: Thursday February 12^th

5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Your washing machine, shower, bathroom sink, and bathtub can be a consistent source of greywater irrigation for high water use plants in your landscape, like food-producing trees and shrubs. Attend a Watershed Management Group in-person Greywater Harvesting Class and learn how to tap into these resources to help support your landscape and hydro-local living! Click here for more information and to register.

Arizona‑Sonora

Desert Museum

Save Our Saguaros Month

Celebrate Save Our Saguaros (SOS) Month with the Arizona‑Sonora Desert Museum as they kick-off “Restorin’ the Sonoran” events. This month‑long effort celebrates the region’s biodiversity, raises awareness about invasive species, and inspires the community to help protect the unique flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert.

Click here, If you are interested in assisting with the removal of invasive species such as Stinknet and Bullelgrass. Multiple events are available