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Organ Pipe Cactus National Monumentstudent collecting water for testing
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Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
For Teachers
 
Class from Ajo Middle School at Quitobaquito Springs
One of our local classes out doing field work

Education is a strong focus at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument.  You can plan a field trip, particpate in La Cienega Project, communicate with the Ranger staff, or design your own project.  There is always something to do.

If your class would like to learn more about the Sonoran Desert, use these links to find more information about on-going programs or contact our Education Coordinator for more information.

 
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One of the easiest ways to learn about this desert wilderness is the VIEWS project. It is a national effort to make national parks and the resources in them available to teachers and classes all over the world. Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is featured in both the Sonoran Desert unit and the Wilderness unit. Check it out and use it with your class.

 
Student doing water quality testing
NPS, Andy Fisher
Student checking nitrogen levels during water quality testing

For more information or to get your class involved,
Contact: e-mail us

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Chuparosa flowers  

Did You Know?
This chuparosa plant is a hummingbird favorite and grows easily in the Sonoran Desert. It's name roughly translates to "a very sloppy kiss of a rose".

Last Updated: September 22, 2006 at 08:26 EST