Trent Schultze, a dedicated member of the Class of 2019, proudly achieved his 250 volunteer hours. He earned most of these hours as a trail guide at LLELA, leading monthly nature hikes and assisting with the popular full moon hikes. There’s something truly special about being in the woods or on the trail at night, and Trent’s commitment not only enriches the experiences of countless nature enthusiasts but also exemplifies the spirit of community service.
Visit our Community Engagement Booth at these upcoming events!
Curious about local wildlife and conservation? Come say hello at the BPTMN Community Engagement Booth! Catch us at the Heard Museum, the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, and the Mothing event at Connemara. We can’t wait to see you there!
Our Tribe’s Fortune 250 Hours – Deanna Flanagan, Class of 2024
Deanna Flanagan achieved her 250 service hour milestone as a Master Naturalist, inspired by her mother’s dedication. She earned these hours by assisting the Class of 2025 and leading engaging field trips for first and third graders at the Holifield Outdoor Learning Center.
Our Tribe’s Fortune 500 Hours – Pamela Flaming, Class of 2015
I have worked on a variety of service projects, including Naturology kid’s camp at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, being a butterfly docent at Hagerman’s butterfly garden, and putting together a seminar for landowners on Wildlife Special Valuations and habitat improvement. Most recently, I have been working with Imelda Everett on introducing the HOME Program, which is aimed at helping homeowners and landowners to incorporate native landscaping into their home environments: anything from a container garden that attracts butterflies to improving habitat on larger properties.
Magical Mothing Event at the Heard Museum, Celebrating National Moth Week
Get ready for a night of enchantment! Celebrate National Moth Week at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary’s Magical Mothing Event on Saturday, July 26, from 8:00 to 11:00 PM. Come discover the fascinating world of moths under the stars!
BPTMN Newsletter – June 13, 2025
Happy Friday, fellow Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalists! Welcome to your latest update from the Blackland Prairie Master Naturalists! This edition is bursting with exciting news, inspiring stories, and fantastic… Read More →
2025 July Chapter Meeting with Bryon Clark | Bats – Chiroptera
Join us Tuesday, July 8 at 7:00 PM for an engaging talk with Bryon, who will share over 40 years of fascinating bat 🦇 research, personal stories, and insights to clear up common misconceptions about these amazing nocturnal mammals!
Dive into Nature with Toddler Nature Time @ LLELA!
Join Sue Yost from the Elm Fork Chapter for Toddler Nature Time at LLELA! Every third Wednesday from Sept-May, we’ll explore nature with stories, crafts, and a short hike, helping little ones (18 months-5 years) discover the outdoors and sharpen their observation skills. Register now for a session of discovery!
Meet Jen Jesseph: Our New Chapter Photo Coordinator
Say hello to Jen Jesseph (Class of 2021), our new Chapter Photographer, who’s ready to organize and share your amazing activity photos to showcase all the great work we do!
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary invite you to join us for a Bug-A-Thon Mothing Bioblitz Saturday, June 21st!
Get ready for a fascinating night at our Mothing BioBlitz on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 8:00 – 11:00 PM! Join us to use UV lights to attract and record nocturnal insects, creating a “species snapshot” of the area using the free iNaturalist app. Come discover the hidden world of moths and other nighttime creatures!