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 18, 2025
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Saturday, April 5 - Sunday, April 6, 2025 <-- Final session overnight!
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 available: November 8, 2024
Applications due: December 5, 2024
Selections made: December 20, 2024
Paperwork due back: January 3, 2025
First session: January 18, 2025
Final session and awards: April 5, 2025
Got questions? Contact e-mail us for more information