Volunteer Opportunity Details:

The Sonoran Desert is one of the most unique and biodiverse habitats in the entire world, and yet it is being bulldozed, burned, overgrazed, and rubbed out by invasive plant species. Come join the Ironwood Tree Experience, a local non-profit working with kids in nature, to help restore a local city lot to a healthy Sonoran desert eco-system (aka: a Green Lot). We will be focusing on rainwater harvesting, green building, invasive species eradication, and site design. Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, bring a water bottle, a hat, and your passion for making a positive impact in your local environment!

Volunteers must be between the ages of 11 and 18!

This opportunity is sponsored by: Youth Volunteer Corps

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) We need volunteers who are free at these times One-Time

Upcoming Dates:

Date Time # volunteers requested   Dec 05, 2009 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM 30

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Contact Person: Rachel Howard, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

924 N. Alvernon Way Tucson, AZ 85711 (See a map)

Directions:

The Volunteer Center of Southern Arizona is located on the east side of Alvernon, between Speedway and 5th Street.   Nearest Bus Stop: On Route 11

Web Site: http://www.volunteersoaz.org

Last updated on November 5, 2009

4.88888888888888888888888888888888888889 Average Rating (9 reflections)

5 Overall Experience   
I LOVE HUMMINGBIRDS

I had so much fun at this project! I had to get up REALLY early and we had a long car ride but it was totally worth it! My favorite part was being able to catch the hummingbirds on my own. I learned a lot about these awesome birds. ~Jessica S. posted by xxlady13luckxx on April 12, 2005

5 Overall Experience   
I <3 Movin' and Groovin'

This has been one of my faborite projects by far. Anna and Jen are awesome team leaders and they picked some awesome activities to do. My favorite so far was the yoga. I can't wait for the MS Walk! ~Jessica S. posted by xxlady13luckxx on April 12, 2005

5 Overall Experience   
i had such a blast doing this project...the kids were awesome and i had fun helping them with their homework. i'll definitely be going back to do it again! ~Jessica S.

posted by xxlady13luckxx on April 12, 2005

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