Do you like being outside?
Do you want to explore and visit new places, learn, create, and have fun?
If you live in or around Tucson and are currently in 6th-8th grade, you may be the next Cactus Ranger!
A series of Saturdays from January through April will see this small group of Tucson youth explore deserts, gardens, forests, and waterways all connected to Saguaro National Park. We'll connect with experts, teach others, and share our memories and reflections in original artwork.
Where, When, and How
Activities take place in both east and west districts of the park. Transportation support (central shuttle pick-up) is available. Most outtings will run from 9am to 2pm.
Saturday January 20, 2024
Saturday February 3, 2024
Saturday February 17, 2024
Saturday March 2, 2024
Saturday March 16, 2024
Saturday March 30, 2024
FINAL CAMPOUT Saturday April 20 - 21, 2024
Expectations
In addition to signing a volunteer agreement, Cactus Rangers will be expected to sign on to a list of positive group agreements and behavioral expectations. Because the group size and our staff time are both limited, we expect participants to commit to attending the majority of dates. That said, we know that life gets busy and complicated. Cactus Rangers always have the option to bow out of an outting due to illness or a family commitment or similar.
Timeline
Applications due: December 15, 2023
Selections made: December 22, 2023
Paperwork due back: January 5, 2024
First session: January 20, 2024
Final campout and awards: April 20-21, 2024
Got questions? Contact e-mail us for more information
