DATE: Nov. 19, 2020 TIME: 4 - 5:15 p.m. PRICE: $100 | Includes a copy of “The Nature of Desert Nature” edited by Gary Nabhan
Virtual 4th Annual Conservation Celebration
Nov. 19, 2020 | 4 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Join the Fourth Annual Conservation Celebration, a virtual event to support the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA) an initiative of Desert Botanical Garden. Funds raised through the Conservation Celebration benefit the collaborative work of CAZCA to conserve, restore and promote the distinctive character of the Sonoran Desert.
This year’s keynote speak is Gary Nabhan, an ecologist, ethnobotanist and author.
Gary Nabhan is known for his pioneering research in agricultural ecology and ethnobotany, as well as his literary works. He formerly served as Desert Botanical Garden’s director of conservation, research and collections, and co-founded the innovative Native Seeds/SEARCH in 1982, which continues to connect people with the native plants of the Southwest. In 1990, Gary received a MacArthur Award, recognizing his contributions to conservation of the genetic and cultural heritage of the Southwest region. At this year’s Conservation Celebration, he will discuss his latest book—”The Nature of Desert Nature.”
Each year, Desert Botanical Garden celebrates achievement and innovation in biodiversity conservation by recognizing an individual, organization or corporation with the Award for Excellence in Conservation, and the winner will honored at the Conservation Celebration.
Harold Dorenbecher is this year’s event chair and the program is emceed by Tammy McLeod.
The Leaf Connection showcases the vibrant plant diversity of the Phoenix metro area through an intricate display of hand-made, ceramic leaves at Webster Center. With more than 1,000 ceramic pieces, each leaf’s design is influenced by observations community scientists record on iNaturalist, an established online platform where nature lovers share information on biodiversity.
Cactus Clubhouse will return this fall on Thursday, October 3, 2024.During the summer, please join us for Storytime on select dates. Or, sign up for Summer Camp in June and July. Cactus Clubhouse is a fun and immersive nature play space for kids 12 and younger. Kids can engage in activities that spark independent play and encourage growth and exploration.
Welcome fall with a burst of colors at the Cohn Family Butterfly Pavilion. Come and be dazzled by thousands of monarchs and Southwestern butterflies fluttering inside the pavilion, filled with lush plants, bright blooms and popular pollinators. Fun for all ages.
Become a member and get unlimited access all year!
The Garden’s Summer Camps are back! Register your child to one of three drop-off camps that will encourage the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts, conservationists and environmental scientists.