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OUTDOORS
DESERT ARCHAEOLOGY TOURS. The Center for Desert Archaeology
offers whole- and half-day tours of local archaeological treasures,
including: the Romero Ruin Tour, a look at the remnants of the
four great cultures that once inhabited the Catalina State Park
area; the Rock Art Tour, an in-depth look offering hikers a chance
to visit petroglyph sites near Tucson; and the Downtown Tucson
Tour, featuring more than 30 centuries of history. Tours available
for individuals and groups. Wear long-sleeved clothing and a hat,
and make sure you've got sturdy shoes with ankle support and good
traction. Water is provided. Call 885-6283 for information.
DIG IT. Old Pueblo Archaeology Center, a nonprofit corporation,
offers opportunities for you to dig with archaeologists at the
Sabino Canyon Ruin, where Hohokam Indians lived 650 to 1,000 years
ago. Experience the thrill of discovering buried pottery and other
items left behind by prehistoric Arizonans, as the professionals
show you how archaeologists excavate, interpret, and care for
ancient finds. Reservations are required; fee includes tax-deductible
donation to help fund the research. Archaeologist-guided tours
of the ruin are also available. Call 798-1201 for information.
TOHONO CHUL PARK. 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. 742-6455. Look
for the Birds of Tohono Chul, with this docent-led birdwatching
tour at 8 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Walk
in the Park tours, an overview of the Park's 48 acres and
its flora and fauna, are offered at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday,
and Saturday, and at 1 p.m. Sunday. Art in the Park tours,
docent-guided looks at gallery exhibits, are at 11 a.m. Tuesday
and Thursday, and at 2 p.m. Sunday. The park offers additional
guided tours for your enjoyment. Grounds are open from 7 a.m.
to sunset daily. Exhibit hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday
through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $2. Call
742-6455 daily events schedule.
VOLUNTEER CALL. Oracle State Park's Center for Environmental
Education seeks volunteer guides. The park offers a hands-on,
interactive learning experience for elementary school students
and relies on dedicated volunteers to help the program participants
have a meaningful experience. Training course meets on five consecutive
Wednesday mornings. No experience is necessary--just a love of
nature and the desire to share it with others. Training begins
January 7. Call 1-520-896-2425 for information.
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