Educator Retreat

Program Details

This project, supported by the Friends of Saguaro National Park, serves to connect educators from tribal communities with the landscapes of Saguaro National Park. The sessions build a community of practice for tribal K-12 classroom teachers, college professors, and non-formal educators.

Project objectives:

• Get to know teaching spaces at Saguaro National Park
• Share ideas for engaging indigenous youth
• Honor indigenous traditions, ecological knowledge, and ways of knowing
• Build trust and community among educators

Although session content varies, participants can expect to share discussions, short hikes, activities, and storytelling.

Stipends, transportation support, and food provided.

 

Upcoming Dates

Bahidaj Harvest

Saturday, June 20th 2026
5:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

This session will focus on the bahidaj harvest and explore different learning modalities for students to engage with the ha:sañ (saguaros). We'll use math, art, science, and our senses while we spend time with the desert landscape.

Agenda

5:30 a.m - 6:00 a.m. - Pastries and coffee at the Visitor Center
6:00 a.m. - 6:30 a.m. Van travel to bahidaj harvest area (Sus Picnic Area)
6:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.am. - Bahidaj harvest and saguaro science
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Visitor Center and gourd painting
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Lunch and community building

Bring water, sun protection, and sturdy closed-toed shoes. Long pants recommended. Stipends and food provided. Family members also welcome!

Sign up here by June 17th

Trouble with the signup or have questions? Contact the Education Team:

[e-mail]
520-400-5168