The Altar Valley Conservation Alliance is a watershed based collaborative conservation organization founded in 1995, and incorporated as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. We work to conserve the Altar Valley, located southwest of Tucson, Arizona, for future generations. We work through a strongly collaborative, science-based, community driven and integrated approach to:
Conserve
healthy and productive working landscapes, including soil and water conservation, wildfire management, habitat conservation and protection of native species, and other environmental initiatives.
Promote
a thriving agricultural economy by encouraging improved ranching and farming practices, diversification and innovation, and by supporting programs and policies that support more effective, long-term economic development.
Sustain
a resilient rural community by retaining and renewing the cultural and historical traditions of the Altar Valley.
The Altar Valley Conservation Alliance is a watershed based collaborative conservation organization founded in 1995, and incorporated as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. We work to conserve the Altar Valley, located southwest of Tucson, Arizona, for future generations. We work through a strongly collaborative, science-based, community driven and integrated approach to Conserving, Promoting and Sustaining…
About Us
The Altar Valley Conservation Alliance is a watershed based collaborative conservation organization founded in 1995, and incorporated as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. We work to conserve the Altar Valley, located southwest of Tucson, Arizona, for future generations. We work through a strongly collaborative, science-based, community driven and integrated approach to:
Conserve healthy and productive working landscapes, including soil and water conservation, wildfire management, habitat conservation and protection of native species, and other environmental initiatives.
Promote a thriving agricultural economy by encouraging improved ranching and farming practices, diversification and innovation, and by supporting programs and policies that support more effective, long-term economic development.
Sustain a resilient rural community by retaining and renewing the cultural and historical traditions of the Altar Valley.
Our Work
The use of sound science is a fundamental tenet to the work of the Altar Valley Conservation Alliance. Much of the work of the Altar Valley Conservation Alliance is done through collaborative decision making, and it is imperative that conversations and decisions are being guided by sound science.
The Alliance is essential to facilitating on-the-ground, collaborative conservation in the Altar Valley. Countless hours have been invested in the watershed health of the Altar Valley by individuals and agencies who recognize the importance of cross-boundary thinking in conserving the valley as an open landscape for future generations.
Seats on the Alliance’s Board of Directors are open to a single representative from each agricultural operation in the Altar Valley, along with three community representatives. The Alliance has part-time staff running the day-to-day operations of the organization.
Our Work
The use of sound science is a fundamental tenet to the work of the Altar Valley Conservation Alliance. Much of the work of the Altar Valley Conservation Alliance is done through collaborative decision making, and it is imperative that conversations and decisions are being guided by sound science.
The Alliance is essential to facilitating on-the-ground, collaborative conservation in the Altar Valley. Countless hours have been invested in the watershed health of the Altar Valley by individuals and agencies who recognize the importance of cross-boundary thinking in conserving the valley as an open landscape for future generations.
Seats on the Alliance’s Board of Directors are open to a single representative from each agricultural operation in the Altar Valley, along with three community representatives. The Alliance has part-time staff running the day-to-day operations of the organization.
GIS Portal
Find up-to-date geospatial information about the Altar Valley
GIS Portal
Find up-to-date geospatial information about the Altar Valley
Upcoming Events
2024 Seed Ball
Friday December 6, 2024
at the Mountain Oyster Club: Tickets here!
2025 All the Way to the Border Highway 286 Clean-up
Saturday, January 25th, 2025
Meet at 16350 W Ajo Hwy
Mark your calendars!