Where the reservoir meets the sandy delta and boat travel is no longer possible, the journey continues on-foot. We proceeded up through the canyons, wading…
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Program area: Living Lab
A Time of Change (and Continuity, Too)
Autumn is a season of change, and in some climates, the changes it brings can be dramatic–leaves changing color and falling, temperatures dipping, maybe even…
Program area: Community Conservation
Advancing Shade Equity Through Education
Like many other resources, shade is a privilege. Underserved neighborhoods often have fewer trees and vegetation, meaning less shade and hotter streets.…
Program area: Development
Watershed’s Top 10 Accomplishments for 2025
As we look back on the challenges and triumphs of 2025, we're thankful for the support of our community of water stewards and and proud of what we have…
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Rio Vista Natural Resource Park
WMG’s River Run Network helps people connect to and steward their local rivers, especially in urban areas of Tucson where…
RRN's Last Trash Pickup of the Spring
by Gracie Kayko, Environmental Journalism Intern Watershed Management Group’s River Run Network hosted its last trash pickup of the spring on May…
Living with Local Water, Native Edible Trees
The United Nations estimates that people need 50–100 liters of water per day to meet basic needs like drinking, cooking, and hygiene. For us in the U.S., that…
Pedaling For Progress
“Before we begin, I need some volunteers. Three volunteers. Ok, you… you, and you. Now. I have a little test for you. We’ll start with you. Can you pronounce…
The Mission to Preserve Local Beaver Populations
In a recent news story from the Herald Times, our dedicated volunteers at Watershed Management Group were highlighted for their exciting mission: to track down…
"The Growth of a Thriving Future"
Artist Statement by Deersinger, aka Derrick Gozales on the newest mural at WMG's Living Lab & Learning Center The piece…
My Arundo Removal Experience
Hi, my name is Julia and I am the River Run Network intern for Fall 2022 - Spring 2023. I started my internship with Watershed Management Group in August 2022…
Cleaning Up Tucson's Creeks and Rivers
By Andrea Troyer, WMG Intern My name is Andrea Troyer and I am the River Run Network Program Coordinator at Watershed Management Group. I moved to Tucson in…