activities · 27
what they do
direct service · 20
- Aldo Leopold Conservation Awards Conservation and Outdoor Heritage AwardsAnnually recognizes individuals and organizations for significant contributions to conservation in Arizona through the Aldo Leopold Conservation Awards program.
- Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) program Youth and Adult Hunting Education ProgramsCoordinates and hosts biannual weekend workshops using a standardized curriculum to teach women outdoor skills such as hunting, fishing, and camping, fostering deeper engagement with nature and conservation.
- Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) program Youth and Adult Hunting Education ProgramsOrganizes and hosts two annual weekend workshops using a standardized curriculum from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point to teach women outdoor skills such as hunting, fishing, and camping.
- Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) program Youth and Adult Hunting Education ProgramsCoordinates and hosts the "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) program, offering two weekend workshops annually in fall and spring using a curriculum developed by the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, to teach outdoor skills to women.
- Communication and Outreach Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionDistributes a bi-monthly e-newsletter and email updates about events, volunteer opportunities, news, and advocacy issues, and supports general outreach events and content creation.
- Conservation Awards Program Conservation and Outdoor Heritage AwardsAnnually presents Aldo Leopold Conservation Awards to individuals and organizations for significant contributions to Arizona conservation.
- Conservation awards program Conservation and Outdoor Heritage AwardsAnnually recognizes individuals and organizations for outstanding contributions to conservation in Arizona through the Aldo Leopold Conservation Awards.
- Conservation communication and media outreachProduces a podcast and distributes a bi-monthly e-newsletter and email updates to share stories about wildlife and conservation, promote events, volunteer opportunities, and advocacy actions.
- Conservation communications and media outreach Agricultural and Conservation CommunicationsProduces a podcast featuring stories about Arizona’s wildlife and conservationists, and distributes a bi-monthly e-newsletter and email updates about events, volunteer opportunities, news, and advocacy actions.
- Conservation education and public engagement programs Youth and Adult Hunting Education ProgramsOffers year-round education programs that teach outdoor skills, wildlife conservation, and civic engagement, including how to connect with legislators and participate in conservation projects.
- Conservation education and public engagement programs Youth and Adult Hunting Education ProgramsOffers year-round education programs that teach outdoor skills, wildlife protection, and conservation participation, and includes outreach events, content creation, and administrative support for these initiatives.
- Conservation education and supporter engagement Youth and Adult Hunting Education ProgramsOffers year-round education programs that help supporters protect wildlife, learn about nature, develop outdoor skills, connect with legislators, and participate in conservation projects.
- Conservation recognition program Conservation and Outdoor Heritage AwardsAnnually presents the Aldo Leopold Conservation Awards to individuals and organizations for significant contributions to conservation in Arizona.
- Habitat Restoration Projects Wildlife-Friendly Fencing & Habitat ModificationRemoves old barbed wire fencing in Southern Arizona to improve habitat for pronghorn antelope.
- Habitat improvement projects Wildlife-Friendly Fencing & Habitat ModificationConducts on-the-ground conservation work such as removing old barbed wire fencing in Southern Arizona to improve habitat connectivity and safety for pronghorn antelope.
- Member communications and outreachDistributes a bi-monthly e-newsletter and regular email updates featuring events, volunteer opportunities, conservation news, and advocacy issues.
- Outdoor Skills and Conservation Education Programs Youth and Adult Hunting Education ProgramsOffers year-round education programs to help supporters protect wildlife, learn about nature, connect with legislators, gain outdoor skills, and participate in conservation projects, including coordinating and holding two annual "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) workshops based on a curriculum from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Pointe.
- Podcast production on wildlife and conservation Wildlife-Focused Audiovisual Content ProductionProduces a podcast that shares stories about Arizona’s wildlife, wild places, and the people dedicated to conserving them.
- Pronghorn habitat restoration Wildlife-Friendly Fencing & Habitat ModificationConducts on-the-ground conservation work by removing old barbed wire fencing in Southern Arizona to improve wildlife passage and habitat connectivity for pronghorn antelope.
- Wildlife and Conservation Storytelling Wildlife-Focused Audiovisual Content ProductionProduces a podcast featuring stories about wildlife, wild places, and people who value them.
advocacy · 6
- Advocacy for Wildlife and Public Lands Conservation Conservation Advocacy & Land ProtectionUnites Arizonans and decision-makers to support science-based solutions for conserving wildlife, wildlife habitats, and public lands, and supports other conservation organizations in defending public lands and access.
- Historic wildlife policy advocacy Conservation Advocacy & Land ProtectionPlayed a key role in securing the passage of Referendum No. 314 in 1928, which established a commission-based wildlife management system in Arizona.
- Public lands and wildlife advocacy Conservation Advocacy & Land ProtectionAdvocates for the conservation of Arizona's wildlife, habitats, and public lands by uniting citizens and decision-makers around science-based solutions and supporting conservation organizations in defending public lands access.
- Public lands and wildlife advocacy Conservation Advocacy & Land ProtectionAdvocates for the conservation of Arizona's wildlife, habitats, and public lands by uniting citizens and decision-makers around science-based policy solutions, and supporting conservation organizations in defending public lands access.
- Regional governance structure Regional Governance & RepresentationOrganizes the state into regions aligned with the Arizona Game and Fish Department and assigns Board of Directors members as regional directors to support localized governance and oversight.
- Wildlife Management System Advocacy Conservation Advocacy & Land ProtectionSecured the passage of Referendum No. 314 in 1928, which established a commission-based wildlife management system in Arizona.
capacity building · 1
- Organizational impact reporting Annual Impact & Transparency ReportingProduces impact reports to document and communicate the outcomes and effectiveness of its conservation and education programs.
strategies · 25
how they think
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- Advocacy for Scientifically Based, Independent Wildlife Management scientific_resource_managementThe organization advocates for wildlife management that is rooted in scientific principles and conducted by independent, non-political institutions with regulatory authority and qualified staff. This approach ensures long-term sustainability and public enjoyment of fish, wildlife, and natural resources.
- Collaborative Public Land and Wildlife Habitat Management collaborative_land_managementThe organization collaborates with conservation and wildlife agencies, as well as numerous nonprofit affiliate organizations, to manage and improve Arizona's public lands and wildlife habitat. This collaborative approach leverages diverse perspectives and expertise to achieve shared conservation goals.
- Collaborative advocacy through regional and affiliate networks collaborative_land_managementStrengthens conservation impact by organizing regional advocacy aligned with state agencies and uniting voices across 20 nonprofit affiliates to amplify messaging and coordinate action at multiple governance levels.
- Collaborative conservation through partnerships and affiliate networks collaborative_land_managementAdvances conservation goals by collaborating with state agencies, nonprofit affiliates, and businesses to amplify advocacy efforts, share expertise, and improve public lands and wildlife habitats through unified action.
- Collaborative conservation through regional and organizational partnerships collaborative_land_managementAdvances conservation goals by collaborating with state agencies, nonprofit affiliates, and regional stakeholders, leveraging collective voices and expertise to improve public lands and wildlife habitat at multiple governance levels.
- Conservation education and community engagement conservation_educationUses public education on conservation and sportsmanship, along with experiential programming, to inspire responsible stewardship and broaden participation in outdoor activities across diverse audiences.
- Conservation education and responsible stewardship promotion conservation_educationUses public education on sportsmanship, conservation, and experiential learning to foster responsible use of natural resources and build community engagement in wildlife stewardship.
- Equitable access to outdoor experiences through financial and programmatic support financial assistanceRemoves financial barriers to outdoor participation by providing scholarships and tiered volunteer opportunities, particularly supporting underrepresented groups such as women in outdoor recreation.
- Experiential Learning through All-Inclusive Workshops experiential_learningThe organization provides an all-inclusive workshop experience covering classes, materials, instructors, lodging, meals, and special activities. This comprehensive approach facilitates hands-on learning and skill development in outdoor activities.
- Financial Assistance for Workshop Participation financial_assistanceThe organization provides scholarships to financially challenged women to enable their participation in "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) workshops, ensuring accessibility to experiential learning opportunities.
- Financial and experiential access to outdoor education experiential_learningRemoves financial and experiential barriers to outdoor participation by providing scholarships and all-inclusive workshop experiences that cover instruction, lodging, meals, and materials.
- Financial and experiential access to outdoor programs experiential_learningReduces financial barriers to outdoor participation by providing scholarships and all-inclusive workshop experiences that cover instruction, lodging, meals, and materials, particularly for underrepresented groups like women.
- Independent, non-partisan wildlife management institutions independent_commission_modelSeeks to establish and maintain wildlife management commissions that operate independently of political influence, with regulatory authority and qualified personnel to ensure effective and science-driven governance.
- Independent, non-political wildlife management institutions independent_commission_modelSeeks to establish and maintain a Commission-led model of wildlife administration that operates independently of political pressures, with regulatory authority and qualified personnel to ensure effective and science-based governance.
- Independent, non-political wildlife management institutions independent_commission_modelSeeks to establish and maintain an independent wildlife commission with regulatory authority and qualified staff, operating free from political interference to ensure effective and science-based decision-making.
- Public Education and Engagement for Conservation conservation_educationThe organization educates the public on sportsmanship and conservation to promote responsible natural resource management. It engages Arizonans, partners, supporters, and legislators through education programs, direct involvement with conservation projects, and advocacy to inspire and assist in protecting wildlife and habitat.
- Public education and experiential learning for conservation engagement experiential_learningUses education, sportsmanship training, and hands-on workshops to inspire responsible stewardship, with volunteer-led instruction and inclusive programming that removes barriers to outdoor participation.
- Public land advocacy and policy engagement public_land_advocacyEngages in advocacy to protect public lands and recreational access by aligning organizational structure with state agencies and mobilizing supporters, partners, and legislators through education and direct involvement.
- Public land advocacy and regional governance structure public_land_advocacyOrganizes advocacy at the state level by aligning regional leadership with state wildlife management structures and supporting conservation organizations to protect public lands and recreational access.
- Regional Board Representation for State-Level Advocacy regional_board_representationThe organization organizes state-level advocacy by aligning its regional structure with the Arizona Game and Fish Department and assigning board members as regional directors. This ensures localized representation and effective engagement with state agencies.
- Science-based wildlife and natural resource management scientific_resource_managementAdvocates for wildlife and natural resource management grounded in scientific principles, ensuring long-term sustainability and public enjoyment, and supports a non-partisan, Commission-guided model free from political influence.
- Science-based wildlife and natural resource management scientific_resource_managementAdvocates for the use of scientific principles in managing fish, wildlife, and natural resources to ensure long-term ecological sustainability and informed decision-making, guided by independent commissions rather than political influence.
- Volunteer Engagement and Development community-driven_volunteer_developmentThe organization builds volunteer engagement capacity through community-involved program growth and offers various volunteer opportunities, accommodating different paces and availabilities. It also utilizes expert volunteer instructors, often professionals from relevant agencies, to deliver educational programs.
- Volunteer-driven outdoor education and program delivery volunteer-led instructionBuilds capacity through community-involved volunteer development, utilizing expert volunteers to deliver inclusive, hands-on outdoor education experiences that lower barriers to participation.
- Volunteer-driven programming and inclusive engagement community-driven_volunteer_developmentBuilds capacity through community-involved volunteer development, offering diverse engagement opportunities and utilizing expert volunteers to lead instruction and deliver programs.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Aldo Leopold Conservation Awards
Annually recognizes individuals and organizations for significant contributions to Arizona conservation, either for recent achievements or a lifetime of work.
All Afield Hike
An event designed to engage participants in outdoor recreation and foster appreciation for public land use.
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Program
A program that provides education and mentorship to individuals, particularly women, in outdoor skills and conservation.
Bridges to BOW (B2B) Program
A program that encourages participation and volunteering in outdoor campouts and conservation projects, often for new participants in outdoor recreation.
Families Afield Event
An event focused on engaging families in outdoor activities like fishing.
relationships · 14
who they work with
- 20 different nonprofit affiliate organizations Network — Network of nonprofit affiliates in Arizona collaborating with AWF on wildlife habitat and public lands management.
- AWF Board of Directors Partner — Offers one seat on the board to affiliate members to infuse diverse perspectives and maintain collaborative efforts.
- Allen-Heath Memorial Foundation Funder — Provided a generous donation to support Bridges to BOW.
- Arizona Game and Fish Partner — Employees serve as volunteer instructors for the "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) workshops.
- Arizona Game and Fish Department Government — Aligns regional structure with the Arizona Game and Fish Department.
- Arizona Game and Fish Department Partner — Works with the department and Commissioners to ensure science-based best practices are used in wildlife and habitat management.
- Arizona Trail Association Partner — Recognized as "Conservation Organization Partner of the Year" for leadership in protection, promotion, and partnerships supporting public lands.
- Friendly Pines Camp Partner — Hosts "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) weekend workshops at their facility in Prescott, Arizona.
- National Wildlife Federation Network — Arizona Wildlife Federation became affiliated with the National Wildlife Federation in 1951 as its Arizona representative.
- National Wildlife Federation Network — State affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation.
- National Wildlife Federation Partner — Collaborates on public lands advocacy, with staff contributing blog content on shared conservation priorities.
- U.S. Forest Service Partner — Employees serve as volunteer instructors for the "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) workshops.
- University of Wisconsin-Stevens Pointe Partner — The "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) program was started by Christine Thomas, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Resource Management at this university, and Arizona's workshop uses the same curriculum.
- awf@azwildlife.org Government — Email contact for the Arizona Wildlife Federation.