From the Desk of the Treasurer, Linda Nixon – Class of 2018 At our July in-person chapter meeting we celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Blackland Prairie Chapter. As a… Read More →
Advanced Training – Living with Raccoons hosted by TPWD Sam Kieschnick
Ever wonder what our mischievous masked bandits are up to? ๐ฆโจ Join TPWDโs Sam Kieschnick & local experts for an enchanting morning learning to coexist with our neighborhood raccoons! A registration fee applies, benefitting the North Texas Master Naturalists. Come curious, leave wild! ๐ฟ
Share, Inspire, and Explore: Volunteer at the LLELA Visitor Center!
Want to share your love for nature and inspire others? ๐ฟ We are looking for friendly faces to volunteer in the visitor center at LLELA! Come help our guests explore and connect with the outdoors.
Deep Dive – Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalists Pollinator Gardens: 2026 Edition with Jean Suplick
Join Texas Master Naturalist Jean Suplick for an inspiring presentation showcasing beautiful home pollinator gardens cultivated by Blackland Prairie chapter members. Discover how these local homeowners overcome unique backyard challenges, and take the opportunity to ask them your own gardening questions directly.
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 to get your hours.
BPTMN Newsletter – Summer Edition
โ๏ธ ๐ Sun-Soaked Days in the Blackland Prairie โ A Summer of Discovery ๐ณ ๐ฆ Welcome to the summer edition! From record-breaking mothing nights to thriving prairie restorations, our volunteers… Read More →
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!
2026 August Chapter Meeting with Kayleigh Bucur | John Bunker Sands Wetland Center: A Nature-Based Solution
๐พ Discover how a massive, 2,000-acre constructed wetland naturally purifies and recycles millions of gallons of water for North Texas while doubling as a vibrant living laboratory. Join us as Kayleigh Bucur, Executive Director and fellow Master Naturalist, reveals how this incredible nature-based solution bridges wildlife conservation, water engineering, and community stewardship. ๐ธ
Calling All Arachnids: Spiders Needed for Youth Engagement events!
Don’t squash that spiderโsave 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 these critters play in our local ecosystem. If you spot a willing participant, please capture it safely. Help us spin these upcoming projects into a success!
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 โ๏ธ๐
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 the Monarch Gardens a welcoming space for people, pollinators, and wildlife alike.


