Logistics Information

Cost

Registration is free and includes coffee breaks, reception, conference dinner. 

Venue

All workshop sessions and group events will be held at the Environmental and Natural Resources Building (ENR2). We have reserved 3 rooms S107 (120 seats), S215 (44 seats), S225 (32 seats). Coffee breaks will be in the courtyard of the ENR2 building.

Address: 1064 E. Lowell St., Tucson, AZ 85719

Link to map: ENR2 Building

Travel

The Tucson International Airport is approximately 20 minutes from the University of Arizona and nearby hotels. A rideshare or taxi are the best transportation options from the airport.

SunLink Street Car

The electric streetcar connects the University of Arizona with several areas including Mercado San Agustín, Downtown, Fourth Avenue, and Main Gate Square (see map). The streetcar is free to ride, runs every ~10 minutes, and stops near many restaurants, shops, museums, and venues. More information or download the Sun Tran mobile app.

Hotels

Several Hotels are in direct walking distance to the venue (e.g. The Graduate Tucson, Tucson Marriott, Aloft Tucson). Other Hotels along the Street Car Line (see above) are excellent options too ( e.g. Home2 Suites, Hampton Inn both approximately 1.5 miles from the venue). 

Short term rentals are also a good option in the vicinity of the ENR2 building.

Restaurants

Tucson is home to the best Mexican food and is proud to be named the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the country. 

Main Gate Options - walk (3 blocks)

Frog and Firkin

Bacio Italiano

No Anchovies

Geronimo Restaurant

4th Avenue Options - walk or streetcar (.7 mile)

Brooklyn Pizza

Time Market

BOCA Tacos

Opas Grill

Lindy’s on 4th

Downtown Options - streetcar or ride share (~1.5 miles)

El Charro Cafe

Street Taco

The Cup Cafe

Corbett's

Tucson and Outdoors

Tucson shines in December, with average daytime temperatures ranging from 65–68°F and cooler evenings between 36–40°F. While occasional rain is possible, most days are sunny and pleasant—perfect for walks, hikes, and other outdoor activities. Our evening gatherings will take place both indoors and outdoors, so we recommend bringing a light jacket or an extra layer for warmth.

Local Activities

Sabino Canyon Recreation Area - A popular destination for visitors, Sabino Canyon offers a pristine desert experience with both paved paths and natural trails. For a different perspective, an hourly shuttle ($15) operates from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., providing exceptional views of the canyon. Parking is available for $8.

Mt. Lemmon - Called a “sky island,” Mt. Lemmon (9,157 feet) rises within the Santa Catalina Mountains and offers a unique high-altitude ecosystem with trails ranging from high desert landscapes to pine forests. Located about an hour from downtown Tucson, it is reached via the scenic Catalina Highway and is also home to the Mount Lemmon SkyCenter.

If you have time, there are many other unique opportunities, such as the UA Mirror Lab, Kartchner Caverns, the Desert Museum, etc.