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SAVE OUR SAGUAROS – Desert Discovery Center/Pima County NRPR

January 26, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Free

Date: January 26, 2019
Time: 8:00am — 12:00 dependent upon conditions
Organization: Sonoran Desert Weedwackers
Description: A short hike (~20 min) to the work site on mild terrain, crossing some steep washes. Beautiful natural setting located within Tucson Mountain Park. We will be clearing infestations along wash edges.
Meeting Location: Go to Gates Pass pull-out G-10 (signed for event) and follow the dirt road to the designated parking area (approx. 1 1/4 miles). Meet at the Desert Discovery outreach building for a quick discussion before shuttling to our work site.
Buffelgrass pull location: Gates Pass pull-out G-10, Tucson, Az 85745
Volunteers: 20 registered out of a total capacity of 50
Tools Provided: Digging bars & geo picks (no shovels); gloves also
Bring: small pack with adequate water & snacks for the morning
Wear: long sleeves,long pants, hat, sturdy shoes
Additional Information: Pull-out G-10 is located just E of the Gates Pass/Kinney Rd. intersection on the N side of the road. Call or email for additional information. Bring own re-usable water bottle; we will have a water jug for refills. *Lunch will be provided.

Leader Name: Doug Siegel
Email: doug.siegel@pima.gov 
Phone: 520-399-5837
(Okay to text this number)

Details

Date:
January 26, 2019
Time:
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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Website:
http://www.desertmuseum.org/buffelgrass/pullvol.php?site_id=15607