NPSOT- SA promoting conservation , research and utilization of native plants habitats of Texas through education, outreach and example.
Our Approved AAMN Programs:
Our Monthly meeting with guest speaker:
Held on the 4th Tuesday of every month except August, November and December. Currently held via Zoom and posted on NPSOT-SA YouTube channel. In person meeting site at Lions Field Adult and Senior Center 2809 Broadway tentative target to resume Jan-2022. (Approved AT Hours)
Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) :
A four-level certification program that teaches sustainable landscape design using native plants. The program introduces over 160 native plants as well as non-native plants to avoid in our region. Plus Native Landscape For Birds: Companion Class for NLCP. Fall Schedule: https://npsot.org/wp/nlcp/ (Approved AT Hours plus surrounding chapters training. )
Outings:
Explore and learn at local parks and ranches on plant and grass walks led by chapter members to Native Plant bioblitz. Check out NPSOT-SA Calendar or our NSPOT Meetup event details/signup . (Approved AT and TR hours if presenting)
Events and Projects:
Providing support, information and instruction at local environmental events; presentations on native plants at local organizations and schools; participation at events such as Siclovia, Viva Botanica, SAWS Spring Bloom, and more. If you are interested in helping please email us at npsotsavolunteers@gmail.com if you want to be added to our standing volunteer list. NPSOT-SA will let you know when opportunities become available. (Approved PO hours)
NPSOT Member programs:
Bexar Roots Native Plant Sale: Spring and Fall plant sales designed to expand the selection of native plants available to the public and discounted to members. Members support a public online native plant exchange.
Member Grant Program:
Our native plant sale funds community oriented native plant projects which are awarded to chapter members. Implementation of grant projects are also AAMN approved as NPA hours.
Details can always be found at the chapter web site and calendar: https://npsot.org/wp/sanantonio/. Also check us out on our chapter social media groups at Meetup, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook. We also provide a free monthly online newsletter with links to articles, events, videos, etc. about our Texas Native Plants