“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 September Chapter Meeting with Scott Kiester | Vultures: The Life and Times of an Unloved Bird
🪶 Join us for September’s Chapter Meeting as Master Naturalist and birder Scott Keister presents “Vultures: The Life and Times of an Unloved Bird,” uncovering the fascinating natural history, effortless flight, and vital ecological role of nature’s ultimate clean-up crew. 🐦⬛
Deep Dive – Digging Deep: Rocks, Minerals & Fossils of North Texas with Randy Boys
Join Texas Master Naturalist Randy Boys for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating rocks, minerals, and fossils of North Texas. Discover the ancient geological history right beneath our feet and learn how local rock formations shape the soils, habitats, and diverse ecosystems of our region.
Past Chapter Meeting Speakers and Topics
Past Deep Dive Speakers and Topics
Current News
Help Grow the BPTMN Family!
The wait is almost over! Applications for the 2027 Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalist training class open October 1 and close October 31, 2026.
Monarch Gardens at Gabe Nesbitt Park – Pollinator Planting
Get your hands dirty for a good cause! Help us plant a vital habitat for butterflies and native pollinators. We’ll be at Monarch Gardens on Oct. 2 & 16 from 9 AM to NOON. Sign up today to take part!
With Development Spreading Across DFW, How Can We Help Wildlife?
Sam Kieschnick discusses animal adaptation and suggests several ways people can help wildlife survive.
BPTMN Chapter 20th Anniversary Celebration Series
This month we hear from Paul Napper, Class of 2015.
Texas Master Naturalist Fall Pop-Up Store OPEN NOW!
It’s time to order your Texas Master Naturalist Annual Meeting merchandise!
The Blackland Prairie HOME Program
Join the HOME Team!
The BPTM Speakers Bureau Needs Your Help!
The Speakers Bureau is looking of a variety of new members to join the fun!
Blackland Prairie Chapter receives a 3rd Pollinators for Texas Award from H-E-B and the Texas Master Naturalist Program
We are thrilled to announce our continued participation in the Pollinators for Texas project! Our chapter has been selected to receive a $4,000 grant to help support native pollinators at Monarch View Park in the City of Frisco.
September Book Club Information
Find your next great read!
Texas Master Naturalist 2026 Annual Meeting – Sponsor and Vender Information
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…
BPTMN Chapter 20th Anniversary Celebration Series
As part of the chapter’s 20th anniversary celebration, the anniversary committee asked one chapter member from each year to submit a photo and statement on how being a BPTMN has impacted their life. Each month we will highlight one person who shared their thoughts on being a part of the…
The Magic and Chemistry of Fall Foliage Color
While fall colors appear as magic to our eyes, it is really a product of color and chemistry.
August Lunch and Learn Webinar: Dragonflies!
Learn all about dragonflies in this monthly webinar series hosted by Molly Keck.
5th Annual Connemara Mothing Event on Saturday September 12, 7pm – 9pm
Hey everyone! Get ready for a night of discovery at the Annual Connemara Meadow Preserve Mothing Event on Saturday, September 12, from 7 PM to 9 PM.
Join the Blackland Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists for this free and family-friendly event. We’ll set up special lights to attract all kinds…
Deep Dive – Digging Deep: Rocks, Minerals & Fossils of North Texas with Randy Boys
Join Texas Master Naturalist Randy Boys for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating rocks, minerals, and fossils of North Texas. Discover the ancient geological history right beneath our feet and learn how local rock formations shape the soils, habitats, and diverse ecosystems of our region.