We are looking for volunteers to help transport tortoises from various regions to the Wildlife Center at AZGFD headquarters as needed. "Tortoise season" is generally March-October. This opportunity will vary as tortoises are surrendered or found all over the state, all days of the week. Our goal is to get surrendered tortoises from all regions to the […]
Work with us to map where invasive plants are intruding in our deserts. This early detection and rapid response are the key to managing and reducing the accumulation of invasive plants. Our mapping tool allows you to share locations where you find invasive plants. Identify as Friends of the Tonto volunteer for a free pass [...]
The AZT VETS (Veteran Engagement / Trail Stewardship) and Coconino National Forest Service are hosting this Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend on Passage 28A of the Arizona Trail, improving the trail corridor from Jacks Canyon to Hay Meadow Tank. Most meals will be provided at no extra cost to participants. Pre-registration is required. All ages and […]
Looking for a fun way to spend this year's Arizona Trail in a Day on October 7? Why keep the fun to only one day when it could be a whole weekend of AZT awesomeness alongside other AZT enthusiasts?? We have asked ourselves the same questions and we think this event is just the ticket! Join […]
This event will focus on Casa Blanca Canyon Trailhead, parking area, and the AZT connector trail. We will focus on trimming and digging out overgrowth. With cooler temperatures upon us, the trailhead is sure to be getting busy so we will make it look nice and welcoming.
Join Friends of the Tonto NF in removing fountain and buffel grasses at Massacre Grounds.
Help water & monitor milkweed plants that are vital to monarch butterflies. Read what you'll get to do: Instructions
Milkweed growers and other folks will gather at the Cave Creek Ranger Station warehouse area to plant this year's seedlings. contact Patti Fenner at pfenner@friendsofthetonto.org
Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. Date- Every Monday from 4/10/23-10/30/23 Time – April 7:00am-9:00am May-Oct 6:00am-8:00am Location – Park at Castle Hot Springs dirt lot near the entry station. Meet with Park Assistant Doug [...]
Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. Volunteers will meet Park Assistant Doug Robertson outside of the main building at the entry station where he’ll sign them. After signing in, volunteers will be directed to where [...]
The Spirit World 100 gravel bike event will be held in Patagonia Thursday 11/2-Sunday 11/5 and the ATA is honored to be a beneficiary! Throughout this weekend event, we will be staffing a table at Patagonia Lumber Co. We are in need of volunteers to staff the table, engage with event participants, and sell raffle […]
If you’ve been looking for a challenging, but satisfying, 4-day backcountry trail maintenance event in the beautiful Mazatzal Wilderness, then please plan to join us Nov. 3 - 6 on passage 23, segment 23a of the Mazatzal Divide Trail.
Join us for a day of trail work on passage 11c! Work may include brushing, tread work, and minor rock work. Bring plenty of water!
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