Desert Foothills Land Trust

Did you know today is National Hummingbird Day? We love these fierce, flying jewels. In Maricopa County, our most common species are the Anna's and Costa's hummingbird, but there are over 17 species found throughout the rest of Arizona. Keep an eye out for these beautiful birds today! #Hummingbirds #NationalHummingbirdDay #HummingbirdsofAZ

The Dancing Cactus can be found at the Preserve at Lone Mountain! This 78 acre preserve is forever protected through a conservation easement, which was a gift from H. B. and Jocelyn Wallace. The mountain is privately owned and it is not open to the public, but DFLT leads a hike to the top once a month. Join our email list for a chance to join us next month! https://buff.ly/3PZuAsJ #DFLT #LandTrust #Conservation #LandConservation #SonoranDesert #AZDesert #Arizona #AZ #LoneMountain #Scottsdale #ConservationEasement #Preserve #HikeAZ

What a whacky cactus! Do you know which of our preserves has the Dancing Saguaro? Leave your guess in the comments, and we'll reveal the answer tomorrow! #DFLT #LandTrust #Conservation #LandConservation #SonoranDesert #AZDesert #Arizona #AZ #Saguaro #Cactus

Meet the Wilson's Warbler, a tiny bird with a big personality! This small songbird is easy to spot with its bright yellow feathers and black cap (on males). These energetic birds zip around forests and shrubby areas, catching insects on the wing. They're long-distance travelers, breeding in Canada and the northern U.S., then flying all the way to Central America for winter! Wilson's Warblers are known for their fast, chattering song and quick movements. They're often seen flicking their tails as they hop from branch to branch, always on the lookout for their next meal. They're currently migrating south for the winter, so look for them at Jewel of the Creek Preserve! #DFLT #LandTrust #Conservation #LandConservation #SonoranDesert #AZDesert #Arizona #AZ #Birds #WilsonsWarbler #Songbirds #Birdwatching #Birding #WildlifeWednesday

We're so excited to announce the first installment of this year's Fall Speaker Series! Let's add YOUR business logo to our promotions. Become a Sponsoring Partner of our Speaker Series. Contact me today! sforce@dflt.org

We're so excited to announce the first installment of this year's Fall Speaker Series! Discover the ancient stories etched in stone! Join us for a fascinating talk on Southwest Rock Imagery with acclaimed archaeologist Dr. Aaron Wright of Archaeology Southwest! He will discuss how these ancient artworks, created on canyons and cliffs, continue to move us in remarkable ways, revealing their enduring significance. The Foothills Speaker Series is a joint project of Desert Foothills Land Trust and The Holland Center. This event is free, but seating is limited. Reserve your space today at https://buff.ly/3MoHWx4 . #DFLT #HollandCenter #ArchaeologySouthwest #Conservation #SonoranDesert #AZDesert #Arizona #AZ #RockArt #Petroglyph #Pictograph #Archaelogy #SouthwestRockArt #Southwest

Busy as a bee all year? Time to rest those wings! Happy Labor Day to all hardworking folks. 🐝 #DFLT #LaborDay #Holidays

Thanks to YOU, our August Match Fundraising Challenge was a huge success! 🌵 Your generosity has truly made a difference. Because of your support, we're able to continue our vital work in protecting the unique and beautiful Sonoran Desert ecosystem for future generations. From all of us at Desert Foothills Land Trust, thank you for being a vital part of our conservation community. Your commitment to the Sonoran Desert truly makes a difference. #DFLT #LandTrust #Conservation #LandConservation #SonoranDesert #AZDesert #Arizona #AZ #Grateful #AugustMatchChallenge

The sun is setting on our August Match Challenge! Our Board of Directors has graciously offered to match any gift to the Land Trust received this month dollar-for-dollar up to $40,000 – providing critical support! Make your gift today so it can be doubled before the deadline here: dflt.org/give-today #DFLT #LandTrust #LandConservation #SonoranDesert #AZDesert #Conservation #AugustMatchChallenge

Time is running out on Desert Foothills Land Trust's August Match Challenge! Today's the last day, and we're counting on you. Your support helps us be able to offer free education programs, connect people to nature, and most importantly, conserve our precious Sonoran Desert. dflt.org/give-today