“Education, Restoration, Conservation”
Our Mission
The Texas Master Naturalist Program’s mission is to develop a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities for the State of Texas.
Our Commitment to You
The Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalist chapter is strengthened by the diversity of our members. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are a core part of everything that we do. We strive to be an organization that reflects the communities we serve and encourages multiple ideas and viewpoints.
The Texas Master Naturalist program is a partnership between the Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Texas Parks & Wildlife, and other local partners.
Congratulations to the Blackland Prairie Chapter Class of 2026!
2026 July Chapter Meeting – Celebrate 20 Years with Us! | Mid-Year Anniversary Celebration
Come celebrate two decades of service, community, and digital storytelling! Whether you’ve been with us since LeRoy Thompson first asked his famous question or you just joined our ranks, we want to celebrate the shared roots and passion that have grown our chapter into what it is today. Join us at our next meeting to share memories, connect with fellow members, and look ahead to the next 20 years of making a difference together.
Past Chapter Meeting Speakers and Topics
Past Deep Dive Speakers and Topics
Current News
BPTMN Grant Program Update Spring 2026
From tracking bat acoustics and banding migratory birds to planting native pocket prairies and cooling down raptors, our Spring 2026 grant awardees are doing incredible work across North Texas! Click through to see the full list of funded projects, meet the project leads, and find out how you can volunteer…
June was a Fabulous Month for Mothing!
June was a record-breaking month for the Moth Squad, featuring over 230 enthusiastic attendees across two incredible nights in Richardson and Plano. From rare Luna Moths to a historic, first-ever Texas recording of a Nutmeg Underwing, our latest mothing adventures proved that the night shift is truly full of wonders!
Farewell and Best Wishes!
Jane Palmer, Class of 2024, is saying goodbye to Texas and the Blackland Prairie Master Naturalists.
Princeton Garden Workday Summary
Volunteer work enhances the beauty of this Princeton park.
Half of Americans Have Little to No Knowledge of Grasslands, the Country’s Largest Natural Habitat
The importance of talking about native grasslands.
Identify Frog And Toad Calls With This Amazing Resource!
The Collin County Frogs & Toads Field Guide is a free mobile-first field guide to the 15 frog and toad species documented in Collin County, TX.
Texas A&M AgriLife New World Screwworm Resource Page
The New World screwworm is a parasitic fly whose larvae (maggots) feed on living tissues of warm-blooded animals.
Let’s Hear It For The Snakes!
An example of using citizen data, combined with other sources, to come to conclusions about the natural world.
Calling All Arachnids: Spiders Needed for Youth Engagement events!
Don’t squash that spider—save it for science! The YES Committee is on the hunt for eight-legged educators to feature in our upcoming youth projects. Getting up close and personal with arachnids is one of the best ways to spark curiosity in young naturalists and teach them about the crucial role…
Last Saturday Workday – Monarch Gardens at Gabe Nesbitt Park – June Update
Thank you to those who volunteered with us! The summer is in full bloom at the Monarch Gardens ☀️🐝
Thanks to your hard work and dedication, we tackled plenty of garden tasks, including weeding beds, clearing pathways, and turning compost to keep the garden healthy and thriving. Your efforts help make…
Texas Master Naturalist 2026 Annual Meeting – Sponsorship and Vendor Opportunity
The Annual Meeting provides an opportunity for Texas Master Naturalist volunteers from around the state to gather, participate in hands-on educational seminars, and complete Advanced Training requirements within one weekend. It is also a chance for program participants and partners to network, share ideas, and learn from efforts happening across…
Proof of Concept: Wylie Prairie Restoration
The prairie restoration at the Wiley Municipal Complex has officially doubled its native plant diversity, transforming former farmland into a thriving natural habitat. Come explore the success of this hidden gem by walking the newly established loop trail and demonstration plots!
MASTER VOLUNTEER ENTOMOLOGY ADVANCED TRAINING 2026
Don’t let the details bug you! Join Wizzie and Molly with AgriLife for Master Volunteer Entomology Advanced Training and learn everything about our insect friends in this flexible virtual course!
Celebration of the Life of Tony Manasseri, Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalist, Class of 2007
Please join us in celebrating the life and legacy of Anthony Joseph “Tony” Manasseri (1946 – 2026). We will gather for a relaxed afternoon of remembrance, conversation, and connection on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at The Landing at Myers Park and Event Center in McKinney,…
Invitation to Participate in Environmental Research
We’re sharing a great opportunity to support environmental research! Our own Randy Boys recently learned about a study being conducted by an intern at the Hagerman Preserve for her Master’s thesis at Arizona State University.