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    Biologists monitor Cienega’s wildlife 
    Dec 06, 2019 - In the Cienega Creek Natural Preserve it's easy to forget you're in the Sonoran Desert.

    The preserve lies about 25 miles southeast of downtown Tucson, still very much in the desert, but here saguaro, ocotillo and cholla give way to dense grass stands and tall cottonwood, mesquite and willow trees. Read more... 
    Photo credit: Arizona Forward 
    Sep 23, 2019 - Sustainable Action Plan for County Operations earns Arizona's most prestigious honor for environmental innovation. 
    Los Morteros Conservation Area 
    Aug 09, 2019 - Flood Control, Sustainability and Conservation team with Marana Parks and Rec to enhance adjacent amenities near Continental Ranch. Read more... 
    File: Mission Garden acequia 
    Jun 25, 2019 - The native fish will take up residence in a recreation of a traditional water canal intended to highlight historic agricultural practices. 
    Historic Canoa Ranch 
    May 02, 2019 - Event recognizes Congressional designation of the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area. 
    File: field of solar panels 
    Apr 05, 2019 - Office of Sustainability and Conservation leading County government's coordinated effort.