‘Lost Roots’: A Sky Islands-Inspired Choreography
July 30, 2026Ángel García is a communications fellow for Sky Island Alliance, as well as our Sonoran springs expert. He is also a student in the Dance degree program at the Universidad…
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Our First Time Spring Seeking in Sierra San Diego
July 29, 2026As part of our goal to expand our Spring Seeker project into new sections of the Bavispe Flora and Fauna Protection Area, we recently had the opportunity to explore the…
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How to Set Up a Water Bowl for Backyard Wildlife
July 28, 2026The heat of summer is upon us in the Sky Islands, and patchy monsoon rains aren’t yet bringing enough relief. Consider putting out a dish of water for the wildlife in your yard to help them through these hot…
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Tree Planting at Rock Ledge Spring
July 27, 2026Join us for a fun day clearing out any re-growing Arundo and planting native trees and shrubs at this remarkable oasis in town.
Border Wall Construction Cuts Through Shaded, Biodiverse Corner of San Rafael Valley
Border wall construction continues in southern Arizona’s San Rafael Valley, causing senseless destruction. Cottonwoods estimated to be as old as our country have been toppled in Lochiel. And as you…
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Erosion Control in the Catalinas
July 24, 2026Join us in the Santa Catalina Mountains for a weekend building erosion-control structures in areas burned by the 2020 Bighorn Fire. Together, we can protect springs from landslides and ensure the mountain absorbs even more rain and snowmelt, recharging the aquifer that plants, wildlife, and people like us depend on. Note: Carpooling from Tucson is available, and day-trippers are most welcome.
Searching for Springs in Sierra Los Ajos: A Challenging and Wonderful Experience
July 21, 2026Hi, we are Nayeli and Sofía, students of Environmental Sciences Engineering at the University of Sonora in Hermosillo, and we’re doing our professional internships with Sky Island Alliance. We just…
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Leaping Lagomorphs: A Deep Dive on Rabbits and Hares of the Sky Islands
July 9, 2026In this virtual Coffee Break, SIA Wildlife Specialist Meagan Bethel takes us on a deep dive into the different cottontail and jackrabbit species that make their home in the Sky…
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Our First Encounter in Sierra La Madera
July 8, 2026Dariana Valdez and Ximena Velásquez, students of Environmental Sciences Engineering at the Universidad de Sonora and professional interns at Sky Island Alliance, tell us about their experience in Sierra La…
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A New Stage for Spring Monitoring in APFF Bavispe
July 7, 2026In recent years, water has become a very scarce resource in the region, due to several factors, including the overexploitation of aquifers, rivers, and reservoirs for mining, overgrazing, climate change,…
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