The Park as Power
In these uncertain and divisive times, protecting our local legacy of nature may be one of the most powerful things that we can do. Monsoon drama at Rio Vista. Photo . . .
More Bird Walks with Tucson Audubon Society
On September 21, Scott Olmstead and Gary Bachman led the Tucson Audubon Society birding field trip at Rio Vista. Participants and the trip leaders started at sunrise and saw 32 . . .
Birding Opportunity at Rio Vista!
Here’s a chance to observe some of Rio Vista’s birds that you may never have seen before. On Saturday September 21, Tucson Audubon Society (TAS) will sponsor a birding field . . .
Trail Etiquette to Keep Us All Safe
All of us at Friends of Rio Vista have been very concerned to learn that a riding accident took place in the park in early May. Fortunately, the horse wasn’t . . .
Many Thanks for a Grant from Vanguard Charitable
Friends of Rio Vista is honored to have received a grant from Vanguard Charitable. The grant is an unrestricted gift from a donor-advised fund that Vanguard Charitable administers. The donor . . .
Some Good News for Conservation at the Park
With so much of what we love about wild Rio Vista changing so rapidly, all of us at Friends of Rio Vista would like to share some news about good . . .
Construction in Rio Vista Starts on Tuesday
Many thanks to all the park supporters who came to the meeting on Thursday April 18 at Rio Vista. And deep gratitude to Tucson Parks and Recreation Commissioners Robin McArdle, . . .
Stakeholder Meeting with Tucson Parks Staff TOMORROW
Your voice for the park matters. Please join other members of the Rio Vista community for Discussion and Stakeholder FeedbackThursday, April 18, 2024, 3:00 p.m.Rio Vista Natural Resource Park, 3974 . . .
Critical Discussion on Rio Vista’s Future: next Thursday, April 18
Our natural resource park needs your help. Please join other members of the Rio Vista community for Discussion and Stakeholder FeedbackThursday, April 18, 2024, 3:00 p.m.Rio Vista Natural Resource Park, . . .
Our Five Years with You (Bulletin 9)
As the year ends, all of us at Friends of Rio Vista are especially conscious of our debt to you: our donors, volunteers, advisors, mentors, private-sector partners, and other supporters. . . .