Landowner Listening Session
2026-03-02 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Denver) | Gila Bend High School, 777 N. Logan Ave, Gila Bend, AZ, 85337, United States
The State of Arizona is interested in meeting with private landowners to discuss their concerns and priorities regarding trees and other vegetation on their property.
The Department of Forestry and Fire Management will use this input to inform services and resources to assist landowners with their goals and needs.

For more information, contact the Forestry Community Engagement Coordinator at 480-647-5689, or mbenning@dffm.az.gov.

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Keep Phoenix Beautiful River Walk Clean-up
2026-03-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Liberty Wildlife, 2600 E. Elwood St, Phoenix, 85040, United States
Join Keep Phoenix Beautiful and Liberty Wildlife for a free community clean-up event along the river walk next to Liberty Wildlife at the Salt River. All supplies will be provided along with water and refreshments. Mark your calendar and bring a friend!

Sign up to volunteer CLICK HERE

EL RIO VIVO Arts + Music Festival
2026-03-07 08:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Wildlife, 2600 E. Elwood St, Phoenix, 85040, United States
Bring your friends and family to a fantastic annual festival on the banks of the Salt River, hosted by Liberty Wildlife. Live music entertainment on multiple stages, wild animal encounters, river walk, kids crafts, food and more! Mark your calendar and we will see you at El Rio Vivo!
For more information CLICK HERE

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Adopt-a-Park: Rio Salado – Phoenix
2026-03-14 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-28 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-11 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-25 08:00 - 11:00 | Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, 3131 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85040, United States
Join Arizona Sustainability Alliance in a bi-weekly river clean-up of the Rio Salado Restoration Area along the Salt River in central Phoenix. Volunteers may assist in a number of activities including removing invasive plants, pick-up trash and trail maintenance. This is a family-friendly activity to help beautify and conserve open space along the river.
For more information and registration CLICK HERE

¡Vamos Afuera! Family Adventure Event
2026-03-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Tres Rios Base & Meridian Wildlife Area, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale, 85323, United States
Rio Reimagined, in partnership with HECHO, Arizona Game and Fish, Sonoran Audubon Society and Wildlife for Tomorrow, is proud to present the first in a series of outdoor recreation events designed specifically for Hispanic families.
This family-friendly event will provide an engaging opportunity to connect with nature through hands-on learning experiences in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Event highlights include:

Interactive, hands-on instruction in fishing, led by knowledgeable guides
Guided birding activities that introduce local species and habitats
Wildlife education focused on conservation, stewardship, and the natural environment
A welcoming outdoor setting along the banks of the Gila River at the Base & Meridian Wildlife Area

Additional details:

The event is designed for families of all ages and experience levels
Space is limited, and advance registration is encouraged

This event is sold out. If you wish to register to be informed of future hands-on recreation events (fishing, birding, etc.), please email info@rioreimagined.com. Thank you!”

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City of Tempe Town Lake Open House
2026-03-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
The City of Tempe is seeking input as they design the park space along the north bank of Tempe Town Lake, approximately between the Elmore Bridge and the Marina.
This design planning effort will explore how recreation, entertainment and athletic spaces can enhance the lake experience while balancing everyday park use with special events and recreation programming. Your input will help guide how these public spaces look, feel and function for years to come. Additional community input opportunities will be available later this spring and summer as the design process continues. In addition, beginning March 24, view an on-demand information session and share feedback through April 12 at tempe.gov/forum. Your voice matters. Join in shaping the next chapter of this beloved community destination.
Tempe Center for the Arts – Lakeside Room (Brief presentation at 5:30 p.m.)
Parking is available in the garage directly west of the venue. Please bring
your parking ticket inside to be validated.
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Tempe Town Lake Clean-up
2026-03-26 08:00 - 10:30 | Tempe Town Lake Marina, 550 E Tempe Town Lake, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Mark your calendar for the annual clean-up of the Marina area on the north side of the Lake, as well as trail maintenance and tree planting in the adjacent LoPiano Preserve. Event partners include Swire Coca-Cola, ASU Sustainability Practices, City of Tempe, Phoenix Suns, Sun Devil Hospitality and ASU/Rio Reimagined.
More information and registration link CLICK HERE
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Land & Health
2026-03-26 17:30 - 19:00 | The Sagrado Gallería, 809 S. 8th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Join us on Thursday, for Land & Health – a free community conversation centering Indigenous wisdom in the dialogue between our rivers, our land, and our well-being.
This event is presented in partnership with the Urban Water Learning Network, Regenerating Sonora, GrowSpace, and AZ(LAND).
Food will be provided by GrowSpace, and the evening will open with an Elder Blessing. This is a free event, and all are welcome.
🌱 Free | Elder Blessing | Food by GrowSpace
The Salt River has always been more than water – it is memory, medicine, and relationship. Come be part of this conversation.

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E.A.R.T.H. Forward 2026
2026-04-07 09:30 - 15:00 | Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC), 3000 North Dysart Road, Avondale, AZ, 85392, United States
Announcing the annual E.A.R.T.H. Forward event themed “Living Desert: Where Nature, Culture, and Sustainability Converge”
With Earth Day just around the corner, it’s time to come together for an annual E.A.R.T.H. Forward event themed “Living Desert: Where Nature, Culture, and Sustainability Converge”. Join the Maricopa Community Colleges on April 7, 2026, for an exciting day dedicated to shaping a greener, smarter, and more resilient future. Explore sustainability through Education, Adaptation, Resilience, Technology, and Humanities.

Interactive vendor fair with eco-friendly businesses and electric vehicles
Inspiring speaker presentations on sustainability
Engaging student-led discussions on green initiatives
Wildlife photo gallery produced by MCCCD students

For more information CLICK HERE

Earth Day Festival at Rio Salado
2026-04-11 07:45 - 14:00 | Nina Mason Pulliam Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S Central Ave, Phoenix, 85040, United States
Celebrate Earth Day at the Rio Salado Audubon Center for a day dedicated to nature, sustainability, and people working to protect our environment.
Join the habitat restoration morning activities, and/or participate in the festival to connect with conservation, sustainability, or environmental science projects. Explore volunteer and internship opportunities, check out live animal presentations, or join a workshop with Audubon, Arizona Sustainability Alliance, and American Forests.
(7:45am-10:00am) Early Bird Habitat Restoration Activity
(10:00am – 2:00pm) Main Festival
Sign up today!
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2026 Salt River Earth Day Clean-up
2026-04-11 08:00 - 10:00 | Tres Rios Wetlands, 6000 South 91st Avenue, Tolleson, AZ, 85353, United States
Join City of Phoenix, ASU and Rio Reimagined partners for an Earth Day 2026 volunteer clean up along the scenic north bank of the Salt River. Help protect and restore the vital wildlife habitat of the Tres Rios Wetlands. All clean-up supplies will be provided. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a morning of community service in a unique wetland oasis along the Salt River.

More information and volunteer registration
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Trail Ambassadors Volunteer Training Program
2026-04-11 09:00 - 12:00 | San Tan Mountain Regional Park, 6533 W Phillips Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85144, United States
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is coordinating a volunteer training program for “Ambassadors” or valley residents interested in guiding visitors and monitoring trail conditions in our county park system. Ambassadors have flexible volunteer shifts, comprehensive training and the opportunity to connect with nature and fellow outdoor enthusiasts!

To register CLICK HERE

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Rio Reimagined Partnership Meeting
2026-04-14 08:30 - 10:00 | ZOOM
All interested parties are invited to join the February/April meeting of the Rio Reimagined partnership, a bimonthly discussion of the regional river revitalization initiative, planning, partner programming, events and project developments.
This meeting is virtual and will be held on Zoom. Agenda and speaker information will be included in a meeting notice for the event. The meeting is recorded and uploaded to the Rio Reimagined public Drop Box folder.

If you would like to receive a Zoom meeting notice with link to attend, or access to the RIO Drop Box, please email info@rioreimagined.com.

AZSA Conservation Invasion
2026-04-17 07:00 - 12:30 | Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, 3131 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85040, United States
Join Arizona Sustainability Alliance on Friday, April 17th from 7:00 AM – 12:30 PM at the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area for a morning of habitat restoration — pulling invasive species, protecting pollinators, and making a real impact on one of Phoenix’s most treasured natural spaces.
The event is free to attend- bring your friends, family and colleagues.
For more information – see attached flyer
Register here: CLICK HERE

City of Avondale Tres Rios Clean-up
2026-04-18 07:00 - 09:00 | Tres Rios Base & Meridian Wildlife Area, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale, 85323, United States
Bring your friends and family to the beautiful “Base & Meridian Wildlife Area,” a river oasis in the middle of the west valley, and help clean-up the banks of the Gila River. Please register on the Avondale Parks website

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Skyline Earth Day Celebration
2026-04-18 08:00 - 11:00 | Skyline Park Campsite Space G, 2600 N. Watson Road, Buckeye, AZ, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with the City of Buckeye at Skyline Regional Park! The morning will include sustainable crafts, local artists, live music, a scavenger hunt, a Republic Services recycling truck tour, and more!
Location:
Skyline Park
2600 N. Watson Rd., Buckeye, AZ
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Arizona’s Resilient Future: A State of the State Address from the Governor’s Office of Resiliency
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 | ZOOM
Arizona’s biggest challenges aren’t coming—they’re already here. How is our state responding?
Join Arizona Forward this Earth Day for a statewide update from the Governor’s Office of Resiliency on Arizona’s progress and priorities across climate, water, energy, and more—and what it will take to build a more resilient future.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Lower Gila River Collaborative 'All Partners Meeting'
2026-04-23 10:00 - 14:00 | The Landing, 945 N 215th, Buckeye, AZ, 85326, United States
Save the Date! The annual All Partners Meeting of the Lower Gila River Collaborative will bring together public, non-profit and private sector organizations working on the health of the lower Gila river system. Join us for exciting new developments in drone monitoring and vegetation management strategies
For more information about the Lower Gila River Collaborative CLICK HERE
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Tempe Town Lake Clean Up By Kayak
2026-04-25 10:00 - 12:30 | Tempe Town Lake Marina, 550 E Tempe Town Lake, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Join the Tempe Park Rangers and help clean up Tempe Town Lake on kayaks and paddleboards.
Volunteers need to bring their own gear (kayak, paddleboard) including life jacket(s).
All other supplies will be provided. This is a win-win opportunity to have fun on the water and beautify the lake!
More information and to sign up
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Future Phoenix: Virtual Project Design Charette for Rio Reimagined partners
2026-04-28 12:00 - 13:00 | ZOOM
This is an opportunity for Rio Reimagined partners to help the ASU Morrison Institute for Public Policy design a tool suite to inform decisions about a sustainable Phoenix metro area.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

2026 Arizona Brownfields Conference
2026-04-29 - 2026-04-30 | Tucson Association of Realtors, 2445 N Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85715, United States
The Center for Creative Land Recycling, EPA Region 9, and the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality are excited to announce the 2026 Arizona Brownfields Conference
The Arizona Brownfield Conference will provide a unique opportunity for government agencies, Tribes, nonprofit organizations, businesses, developers, and stakeholders to come together and learn how brownfields programs can transform underutilized sites into community assets.

MORE INFO CLICK HERE

AZGFD Clean-up Events
2026-04-29 07:00 - 09:00 | Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, 3131 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85040, United States
Join Arizona Game and Fish Department, Arizona Public Service and other partners for several same-day statewide clean-up events in a celebration of ‘Earth Month’ and APS’ 140th Anniversary!
Choose from one of three locations, including: the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area
For more information, CLICK HERE or see the attached flyer
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Audubon Art & Papermaking Workshop
2026-05-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Nina Mason Pulliam Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S Central Ave, Phoenix, 85040, United States
Join Arizona State University (ASU), AZ Land, and Audubon Southwest for a fun, family-friendly workshop featuring art, papermaking, and discussions on the future of the Rio Salado habitat.
ASU PhD candidate Luke Ramsey will share his studies on the river’s biodiversity, followed by a reflection session to learn more about you and your connections and hopes for Rio Salado. The program will include a short nature walk, reflection on the river’s future, and end with a hands-on papermaking and art workshop using plant material harvested within the Rio Salado corridor.
Come celebrate nature and art with us as we explore our relationship with the river!
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River Rally 2026
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-14 | San Antonio Riverwalk, 420 W Market St, San Antonio, TX, 78205, United States
Join members of the national network dedicated to healthy rivers and communities for their biannual conference on the banks of the San Antonio River. Hundreds of public, non-profit, private sector and community based leaders will attend field trips and 35+ learning sessions on the topics of clean water policy, integrated river management, communications and organizational health.

More information CLICK HERE

Public Workshop on New Regional Trail - East Valley
2026-05-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Arizona State University – Tempe Campus, 777 S Novus Place, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
The Rio Reimagined Active Transportation Study, under development by the Maricopa Association of Governments, is dedicated to identifying and establishing a connected regional trail alignment along the Salt and Gila river corridor, promoting safer and vital bicycle and pedestrian links to neighboring communities.
Your input to this study and a future regional trail is important! Please join us at a community open house event to provide feedback on the proposed river trail alignment and priority community connections. At each event we will review proposed vision and goals, river trail alignment, community connections, and public feedback on desired facilities, amenities, and project elements.
East Valley: Project Alignment and Connections
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Rio Salado District Policy Plan
2026-05-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85040, United States
The RIO PHX team would like to invite you to a neighborhood meeting next week on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm to learn more about the newly released Rio Salado District Policy Plan, RIO PHX design guidelines, and accompanying General Plan Land Use Map amendment to guide development in the Rio Salado District beyond the riverbanks. A short presentation will be provided by city staff and attendees will be able to interact with and provide comments on the plan, design guidelines, and land use map amendment.
You can also share your comments on the draft plan, design guidelines, or general plan land use map amendment with the RIO PHX team by Wednesday, June 10, 2026 by contacting:

Email: pdd.longrange@phoenix.gov
Phone: 602-262-6949 (Enrique Bojórquez Gaxiola) or 602-534-3475 (Christian Monahan)
Mail: 200 W. Washington Street, 3rd Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85003

To review the latest information and to stay informed about upcoming events and project updates, please visit www.phoenix.gov/pdd/riophx.

Public Workshop on New Regional Trail - West Valley
2026-05-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Avondale Visitor & Conference Center, 11490 W Civic Center Drive, Avondale, AZ, 85323, United States
The Rio Reimagined Active Transportation Study, under development by the Maricopa Association of Governments, is dedicated to identifying and establishing a connected regional trail alignment along the Salt and Gila river corridor, promoting safer and vital bicycle and pedestrian links to neighboring communities.
Your input to this study and a future regional trail is important! Please join us at a community open house event to provide feedback on the proposed river trail alignment and priority community connections. At each event we will review proposed vision and goals, river trail alignment, community connections, and public feedback on desired facilities, amenities, and project elements.
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