Cooper Center for Environmental Learning (Camp Cooper)

Do you love the outdoors and enjoy working with kids?

Join the Camp Cooper team as an undergraduate environmental education intern and help inspire the next generation of environmental stewards!

As an intern, you'll:
- Lead hands-on environmental education programs
- Help develop creative educational activities
- Assist with marketing and media content
- Care for our animal educators
- Support our campus through composting and facility upkeep
- Collaborate with an incredible team of educators and fellow interns

This is a unique opportunity for University of Arizona undergraduate students to build leadership skills, gain experience in environmental education, and create meaningful connections with children and nature. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Ready to inspire curiosity and make an impact? Apply today—the application link is below! 🌞💚

https://app.joinhandshake.com/public/jobs/11268598?utm_source=web&utm_campaign=job_share&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_content=emp-copy_link-all_jobs_page

Welcome back, Tucson Unified School District (TUSD)!

Happy first day of school. We are so excited to welcome students, teachers, and chaperones back to our outdoor classroom.

Wishing everyone a fantastic first day and an incredible school year. We'll see you in the desert soon! 🌵💚

This morning, mural artist Jessica Gonzales added a title to her beautiful piece at Camp Cooper - "Desert Rhythms." In Jessica's own words, "This mural moves through the rhythms of a single desert day, honoring the creatures who come alive in each moment: the nocturnal, the diurnal, and the crepuscular (the in-between, my favorite). From sunrise to nightfall, the Sonoran Desert is never still… it just shifts, breathes, and reveals itself in layers.
While working on site, nestled in the Tucson Mountains, I found myself slowing down in a way I don’t always make time for. Noticing the tiniest insects and watching how light changes color across the landscape. It reminded me how much magic lives here, both in the sweeping views, and in the small, intricate details that only show themselves when you pause long enough to see them.
Camp Cooper’s mission - to connect children and learners of all ages with the desert through immersive, hands-on experiences - felt deeply aligned with that idea. This piece is a reflection of that connection: an invitation to look closer, stay curious, and build a relationship with the world just outside our door. Truly one of the most peaceful and meaningful experiences I’ve had doing what I do." 🌿

We’ve been seeing lots of flower crowns around Tucson with the help of all this rain!!! 🌧️🌸

What flowers have you spotted this summer? Let us know in the comments or tag us in your story to spread some floral love. 💗

Field trip registration for the 2026-2027 school year is officially OPEN! 🌵

We can’t wait to welcome you this year and connect even more young learners with the wonders of the Sonoran Desert. Field trip options include:

- Pre-K programs
- Half-day programs (K-2)
- Full-day programs (K-8)
- Overnight programs (K-8)
- Earthkeepers two-night program (4-5)

Spots fill quickly, so don’t miss your chance to bring your students out for an unforgettable outdoor learning experience. Register now at the link below, and as always, please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

https://form.jotform.com/200728113733044

Wildlife photographer Mark Koster shared these INCREDIBLE shots of a fledgling roadrunner and its parents. 😍 If you're looking for more wildlife pictures, videos, and stories in your feed, we strongly suggest the group Backyard Wildlife of the Southwest!

Some updates of Steven on his summer vacation doing his favorite thing… eating 🍓🥬💗🐢

Our partners at Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) are hiring a rentals coordinator for district facilities, including Camp Cooper! Please share this opportunity throughout your networks. Learn more and apply at

Project Technical Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR) - Tucson Unified School District Red Rover Hiring