The united efforts of diverse organizations dedicated to protecting the natural environment have led to truly extraordinary achievements.
The AZGFD supports the Desert Fence Busters by providing resources, expertise, and logistical assistance for legacy fence removal and habitat restoration projects. They manage the volunteers and handle registration for the volunteer workdays. They also collaborate with the group to ensure projects align with conservation goals, protecting wildlife and promoting sustainable land management.
The Arizona Wildlife Federation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, inspiring, and assisting individuals and organizations to value, conserve, enhance, manage, and protect wildlife and wildlife habitat. AWF works with many conservation and wildlife agencies and organizations dedicated to the management and improvement of our Arizona public lands and wildlife habitat. They provide leadership and volunteers for Desert Fence Busters.
The FIF support the Desert Fence Busters by promoting community engagement and recruiting volunteers for fence removal projects in the Ironwood Forest National Monument. They provide educational resources to inform the public about the ecological importance of these efforts and their impact on preserving desert ecosystems. By fostering partnerships with local stakeholders, they help ensure the long-term success of the DFB's conservation initiatives.
BKW supports the Desert Fence Busters by contributing equipment, tools, and manpower necessary for efficient fence removal. They also provide technical expertise and hands-on assistance during workdays, helping to streamline operations and ensure safety. Additionally, BKW collaborates with the group to identify priority areas where fence restoration can have the greatest ecological impact.
The CSDP supports the Desert Fence Busters by providing funding, advocacy, volunteer coordination, and event day workers for legacy fence removal. They also contribute to strategic planning efforts to ensure these activities enhance wildlife connectivity and protect the unique ecosystems of the Sonoran Desert. Additionally, the CSDP raises public awareness about the importance of maintaining open landscapes and reducing barriers for native wildlife movement.
The Tucson Bird Alliance Society coordinates their Death Pipes Project with the Desert Fence Busters by integrating pipe capping efforts into joint workdays focused on habitat restoration. They collaborate to identify areas where open vertical pipes and legacy fencing pose risks to wildlife, ensuring efficient use of resources and volunteer efforts.
Other Participating Organizations:
Arizona Wildlife Federation
City of Tucson
Friends of Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge
Pima County
Saguaro National Park