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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220820
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UID:9814-1660953600-1661039999@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Aravaipa Running Vertigo Night Run
DESCRIPTION:Located at the Competitive Track in White Tank Mountain Regional Park. \nCheck out the WTMC booth at the Race!
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/aravaipa-running-vertigo-night-run/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220410T090000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20220314T175924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T175924Z
UID:9727-1649494800-1649581200@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:BioBlitz Hassayampa Ecosystems 2022
DESCRIPTION:Teams of biologists-led citizen scientists will find and document as many living things as possible during this 24-hour BioBlitz. This area includes the White Tank\, Vulture and Belmont Mountains as well as the Hassayampa Plains. You can volunteer to help register participants or be hands-on as a “Blitzer” using the iNaturalist app.\nhttps://sites.google.com/azgfd.gov/az-bioblitz/hassayampa-ecosystems-2022
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/bioblitz-hassayampa-ecosystems-2022/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220327T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20220314T175550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T175550Z
UID:9721-1648378800-1648389600@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Founder’s Day Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the WTMC table and discover why we need to keep White Tank Mountains wild and learn how you can help by supporting the Verrado Backyard Tour in May.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/founders-day-picnic/
LOCATION:Walton Park\, Verrado\, Buckeye
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20220314T175431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T175611Z
UID:9719-1648288800-1648296000@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Waterfall Trail Litter Pick-Up
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Waterfall trailhead. Bring gloves and trash bag
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/waterfall-trail-litter-pick-up/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220314T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20220314T175716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T175716Z
UID:9725-1647244800-1647255600@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Desert Defenders Invasive Plant Removal
DESCRIPTION:Sign-up required\nhttps://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1008696362068/false#/invitation
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/desert-defenders-invasive-plant-removal/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211220T230234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T230234Z
UID:9678-1645347600-1645372800@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Buckeye Air Fair
DESCRIPTION:Visit the WTMC booth in the SciTech area.  Buckeye Municipal Airport\, 3000 S. Pablo Verde Rd.\, Buckeye.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/buckeye-air-fair-3/
LOCATION:Buckeye Municipal Airport\, 3000 S Palo Verde Rd\, Buckeye\, AZ\, 85326\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211220T230143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T230143Z
UID:9676-1645261200-1645286400@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Buckeye Air Fair
DESCRIPTION:Visit the WTMC booth in the SciTech area.  Buckeye Municipal Airport\, 3000 S. Pablo Verde Rd.\, Buckeye.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/buckeye-air-fair-2/
LOCATION:Buckeye Municipal Airport\, 3000 S Palo Verde Rd\, Buckeye\, AZ\, 85326\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220129T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220129T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211220T225934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T225934Z
UID:9673-1643445000-1643455800@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Desert Defender Invasive Species Removal
DESCRIPTION:Desert Defender Invasive Species Removal event at White Tank Mountain Regional Park.  Sign up: https://signup.com/go/LiyFDCL
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/desert-defender-invasive-species-removal/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220114T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211220T225814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T225814Z
UID:9671-1642149000-1642159800@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Desert Defender Invasive Species Mapping
DESCRIPTION: Desert Defender Invasive Species Mapping training at White Tank Mountain Regional Park. Sign up: https://signup.com/go/qXFViHo
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/desert-defender-invasive-species-mapping/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220111T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211220T225642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T225840Z
UID:9668-1641889800-1641900600@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal
DESCRIPTION:Desert Defender  Invasive Species Removal event at White Tank Mountain Regional Park.  Sign up: https://signup.com/go/LiyFDCL
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/invasive-species-removal/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211025T140721Z
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SUMMARY:Surprise SciTech Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this exciting outdoor event!  Our Desert Defenders team will be demonstrating how everyone can be involved in mapping the invasive plant species that threaten our open spaces and pose a wildfire risk. WTMC volunteers will also be educating visitors about the importance of balancing urban development and population growth with nature in order to keep the White Tanks wild.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/surprise-scitech-festival/
LOCATION:Surprise City Hall Courtyard\, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza\, Surprise\, AZ\, 85374\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211004T190831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T135216Z
UID:9627-1635964200-1635969600@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:White Tank Mountains Regional Connectivity Initiative Speaker Series: Session #3
DESCRIPTION:A Connectivity Vision: Protecting Place and Passage for Wildlife and People \nWhere: Join via Zoom / Registration required HERE. \nHosted by White Tank Mountains Conservancy (WTMC) and Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA) \nThis final session in the speaker series will be focused on envisioning a more connected world\, for people and wildlife.  Join experts for a compelling vision for ecologically sustainable desert cities that integrate the natural and built environment to harness ecosystem services that promote a high quality of life\, economic opportunity\, and conservation of rich natural history in the region.  We will learn about the perspective of a younger generation on open space\, the potential economic gains of open space in communities\, and opportunities to blend development solutions for flood control\, open space\, and recreation to maximize ecosystem services.  We will close the series with a vision for the future and a path forward to collaborate with the WTMC. \nPresenters: \n\nMayor Eric Orsborn\, City of Buckeye\nMayor Skip Hall\, City of Surprise\nTodd Hornback\, DMB Community Life\, Chief Advancement Officer\nJay Hicks\, Dig Studio\, Sr. Principal\nDana Warnecke\, White Tank Mountains Conservancy\, Consultant\nPaige Shoblom\, Arizona State University\, Student
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/white-tank-mountains-regional-connectivity-initiative-speaker-series-session-1-2-2/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211004T190750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T135323Z
UID:9625-1635359400-1635364800@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:White Tank Mountains Regional Connectivity Initiative Speaker Series: Session #2
DESCRIPTION:Booming Cities – a Tale of Urban Expansion in Western Maricopa County \nWhere: Join via Zoom / Registration required HERE. \nHosted by White Tank Mountains Conservancy (WTMC) and Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA) \nJoin experts for a detailed look at planned urban growth within the Connectivity Initiative’s focal area and the reason the connectivity imperative exists.  This session will begin with the broad context of west valley growth\, as it relates to economic development and quality of life in the region.  Representatives from the cities of Buckeye and Surprise will discuss future land use\, transportation\, parks and recreation plans and goals.  We will examine the outdoor recreation values of two regional parks within the White Tank Mountains\, including visitor use and the economic impact these parks contribute to the region.  We will learn how the WTMC’s Regional Connectivity Initiative could contribute to the long-term vision for the Maricopa County park system. \nPresenters: \n\nSintra Hoffman\, WESTMARC\, CEO\nCouncilmember Chris Judd\, City of Surprise\nR.J. Cardin\, Director\, Maricopa County Parks Department\nAdam Copeland\, City of Buckeye\, Deputy Director of Planning\nRobert J. Wisener\, City of Buckeye\, Administration & Project Manager
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/white-tank-mountains-regional-connectivity-initiative-speaker-series-session-1-2/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211004T190649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T135256Z
UID:9623-1634754600-1634760000@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:White Tank Mountains Regional Connectivity Initiative Speaker Series: Session #1
DESCRIPTION:What’s at Stake: White Tank Mountains\, a Sonoran Desert Legacy \nWhere: Join via Zoom / Registration required HERE. \nHosted by White Tank Mountains Conservancy (WTMC) and Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA) \nJoin us for a regional perspective on the values of the White Tank Mountains as open space in Maricopa County\, with a summary on the unique biodiversity of the region. The WTMC will provide a short history on the Regional Connectivity Initiative and the connectivity imperative to keep the White Tank Mountains wild.  Local experts will join us to discuss current research on wildlife movement in the region\, and how building communities around the natural environment can leverage many ecosystem services that enhance the quality of life in local communities. \nPresenters: \n\nSidney Ashby\, Poet / Student\nAnnia Quiroz\, Central Arizona Conservation Alliance\, Engagement Coordinator\nDana Warnecke\, White Tank Mountains Conservancy\, Biological Consultant\nScott Sprague\, Arizona Game and Fish Department\, Project Manager/Road Ecologist\nKaela Hamilton\, Arizona State University\, Graduate Student\nDr. Paul J. Coseo\, Arizona State University\, Assistant Professor of Landscape Architecture / Senior Sustainability Scientist
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/white-tank-mountains-regional-connectivity-initiative-speaker-series-session-1/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211009T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20211006T213413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T213413Z
UID:9640-1633770000-1633777200@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Desert Defenders at Waterfall Trailhead in White Tank Mountain Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Desert Defenders team members will be at the Waterfall Trailhead in the White Tank Mountain Regional Park from 9 am – 11 am on Saturday\, October 9.  They will be educating residents and visitors about the invasive plant species that threaten the mountains and recruiting volunteers for mapping using a mobile app.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/desert-defenders-at-waterfall-trailhead-in-white-tank-mountain-regional-park/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20210421T160104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T160656Z
UID:9557-1619078400-1619110800@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:White Tank Wild Day
DESCRIPTION:8 a.m. at Skyline Regional Park\, N. Watson Road in Buckeye\, Mayor Eric Orsborn (Buckeye) will be present to formally declare April 22 “White Tanks Wild Day.” Mayor Skip Hall (Surprise)\, Councilman Chris Judd (Surprise\, and a WTMC board member)\, and Councilwoman Wally Campbell (Goodyear) will be present to offer support. The public is encouraged to attend in person or watch the broadcast via the White Tank Mountain’s Facebook feed. \n6 a.m. to 3 p.m. proceeds from sales at Ebb and Flow Coffee Co.\, located at 21084 W. Main Street in Verrado\, will be donated to the WTMC. Be sure to try their new “White Tank Wild Latte\,” a white chocolate cherry latte\, in celebration of White Tank Wild Day. Check out the company’s Instragram @ebbandflowcoffeeco for photos and info. \nSee the Press Release Here \nRSVP NOW\nPlease fill out the form below to RSVP for the event if you plan to attend in person. \n\n\n                \n                        PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*Organization (optional)Email*
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/white-tank-wild-day/
LOCATION:AZ
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WTMC-Proclamation-Invite-042221.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20200102T185216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200102T185216Z
UID:8827-1583056800-1583074800@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come for the art\, stay for the scenery and stop by the Conservancy table to learn more about the importance of preserving the beautiful White Tank Mountains.  Check out Gary Miller’s unique Saguaro Boots\, a perfect desert souvenir with all proceeds benefitting the Conservancy.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/10th-annual-arts-crafts-fair-2/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200229T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200229T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20200102T185108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200102T185108Z
UID:8824-1582970400-1582988400@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come for the art\, stay for the scenery and stop by the Conservancy table to learn more about the importance of preserving the beautiful White Tank Mountains.  Check out Gary Miller’s unique Saguaro Boots\, a perfect desert souvenir with all proceeds benefitting the Conservancy.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/10th-annual-arts-crafts-fair/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20200102T184955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200117T152543Z
UID:8821-1581148800-1581181200@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Buckeye Air Fair
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and chat with Conservancy volunteers while enjoying a thrill-filled day of air and ground displays. Rudy the Roadrunner will be making a guest appearance! You will find us in the Arizona SciTech Festival area.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/buckeye-air-fair/
LOCATION:Buckeye Municipal Airport\, 3000 S Palo Verde Rd\, Buckeye\, AZ\, 85326\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20200117T152508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200117T152508Z
UID:8962-1580551200-1580565600@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Outdoor Adventure Day
DESCRIPTION:Bring the family and join in the fun activities happening throughout the park. Stop by the Nature Center and visit with Conservancy volunteers. Rudy the Roadrunner will also be there to entertain and educate children of all ages.
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/outdoor-adventure-day/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20200102T184854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200102T184854Z
UID:8818-1579957200-1579960800@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:For Goodness Snakes!
DESCRIPTION:Join Conservancy volunteers and naturalists\, Chuck & Betty Mulcahy\, for a fascinating presentation on the important role that snakes play in desert life. There will be an opportunity to get up close and personal with several non-venomous species\, including Rex\, the Kingsnake\, and some of his scaly friends!
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/for-goodness-snakes/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Library\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T041132
CREATED:20200102T184749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200102T184749Z
UID:8815-1579339800-1579348800@www.wtmconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Desert Defenders Invasive Species Training
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify\, map and remove invasive plant species at Maricopa County parks using a map-based mobile app. Volunteers are needed to help! \nSpace is limited. \nRegister: signup.com/go/VoemWRc
URL:https://www.wtmconservancy.org/event/desert-defenders-invasive-species-training/
LOCATION:White Tank Mountain Regional Park Nature Center\, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd\, Waddell\, AZ\, 85355\, United States
CATEGORIES:ALL
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