We provide conservation education through workshops and presentations for AZ producers, District Supervisors, and the public. Below are just a few! To view all our videos, check out our YouTube Channel!

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ArcGIS Pro Workshops

The ArcGIS Pro Training Series is a virtual workshop designed to help conservation professionals and partners learn how to use ArcGIS Pro for real-world land management. From basic navigation to creating maps and integrating data with tools like onX, this series builds practical skills for using GIS in conservation work.

  • This introductory session covers the basics of mapping, data management, and spatial analysis to help you monitor vegetation, water sources, and land conditions more effectively.

  • This session covers how to combine and divide spatial data, design professional-looking maps with advanced symbology, and export your work with confidence. Ideal for participants ready to build on the basics and create impactful, polished GIS projects.

  • Fine tune your GIS mapping skills! in the third session of our ArcGIS Pro training series, we explore advanced tools like working with sublayers, creating file types, and importing data into onX.

  • In this session, we explore mapping etiquette: how to avoid clutter, design for your audience, and keep layouts consistent. We walk through exporting maps as Geo-referenced PDFs for field use, printing tips, saving and reusing layouts, and working with map frames to display multiple views. We also cover how to fix common legend issues and shared quick beginner tools to simplify your workflow.

  • The fifth session in our ArcGIS Pro Training Series, featuring Michael Ding from Avenza Maps! This session explores the platform’s powerful tools for field mapping, navigation, and data collection—perfect for conservation and land management work.

  • Continuing our ArcGIS Pro series, this session focuses on spatial references, including verifying and transforming references and incorporating elevation data. Enhance your skills and improve accuracy in ArcGIS Pro!

  • Learn how to create TOPO maps using Digital Elevation Models (DEM), and generate shareable files for collaboration and distribution.

  • This session introduces powerful ArcGIS mobile apps and explains how they can support field data collection for Arizona land users, producers, and Conservation Districts.

  • This session focuses on ArcGIS app builders, including StoryMaps, Dashboards, Instant Apps, and Experience Builder. Featuring a special guest speaker from ESRI

Archaeology Compliance & Consultation Basics Webinar

The Archaeology Compliance & Consultation webinar series offers an information on cultural resource laws, consultation processes, and best practices for ensuring compliance in conservation projects. This training helps participants understand how to navigate archaeological considerations when working on land improvement or infrastructure efforts.

  • Watch “Archaeology Compliance & Consultation Basics,” a webinar by AACD with the State Historic Preservation Office, Arizona State Museum, and Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Learn when and why archaeology reviews are required and clarify key laws, roles, and common misconceptions.

  • Explore real-world case studies with cultural resource experts from both the private and public sectors. Topics include survey planning, methods, costs, site significance, reporting human remains, and more.