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PhotographyShaking of the Trees PostShaking the Trees

2021 Annual Photo Contest Winner

Janice James, 2018 We are so pleased to report that BPTMN member Janice James won first place in the Texas Master Naturalist 2021 Annual Meeting Digitally Enhanced Photo Contest with… Read More →

11/02/2021

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2021 Annual Conference

Tom Shackelford, 2018 – President

11/02/2021

Chapter MeetingsGeneral

2021 November – Jennifer O’Loughlin-Brooks | NaturePsyche

Exploring the Physical and Psychological Benefits of Nature Exposure Charlise Hill-Larson, 2019 Tuesday, November 9, 2021 Please join us via Zoom on November 9 at 7pm to learn more about… Read More →

11/01/2021

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Frisco Arborfest Event Tree Planting, Woodland Walk, and Prairie Buffalo Stomp Seed Toss, Oh My!

The Frisco Parks Department held an extraordinarily successful “Arborfest Tree Walk and Buffalo Stomp” nature event at Frisco Commons Park on Saturday, Oct. 30. Several Blackland Prairie Master Naturalists played… Read More →

11/01/2021

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New Trails page

Michelle Connally, 2018 Over the past year, chapter members Jean Suplick and Duane Mortenson have shared some great information about local trails in the area. We also have some monthly… Read More →

11/01/2021

ClassNew Class Training

Online application is available.

The online application is available here. If you would like to preview the application, a PDF version of the application is available here.

11/01/2021

AllenCurrent NewsOutreach

Outreach Events need You!

Hey BPTMN Speakers – We have received several requests for Master Naturalist speakers. Are you ready to share information on any of the listed topics below? If you are, please… Read More →

10/31/2021

Annual EventsCurrent NewsTrees

Dave Powell needs help on Friday 11/5 for Arbor Day prep for 1,670 Trees!

Hello BPTMN Members! Here is the information to sign up to plant trees on the banks of Wilson Creek in McKinney Greens Park on Saturday, November 6, including a link… Read More →

10/31/2021

ClassNew Class Training

Preview a version of the application.

The online application will be available on November 1, 2021. You can preview a PDF version of the application here.

10/30/2021

Current News

Outreach Events need You!

By Rhonda Sanchez, 2019 & Outreach Director
I am so happy to report that we finally have in person opportunities to share our Naturalist message with the public at upcoming events in Allen, Frisco, and McKinney.

Please go to this site to access the sign up for each event https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054AACAE2F4-arbor

Allen Arbor Day Celebration – Oct 30th – 8:30 am to Noon
Location: Glendover Park
Setup Time: 8:30 am
Event time: 9am – Noon
Volunteers Needed: 4
Outreach Booth with Nature Journaling hands on craft

Frisco Buffalo Stomp_Wildflower Seed Planting – Oct 30th – 10:30 am to Noon
Location: North Meadow at Frisco Commons Park
Setup Time: 10:30am
Event Time: 11am to Noon
Volunteers Needed: 2
Outreach Booth

McKinney Wilson Creek Tree Planting Day – Nov 6th – 7:30 am to 12:30pm
Location: McKinney Greens
Setup Time: 7:30am
Event Time: 8 am to 12:30pm
Volunteers Needed: 4
Outreach Booth (Nature Journaling craft if supplies are still available)

10/17/2021

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