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Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge: A Haven of Nature and Opportunity

The Friends of Hagerman NWR offer many volunteer for Texas Master Naturalists, all of which have been approved for AT or VH in the Blackland Prairie chapter. Visit friendsofhagerman.org/tmn for… Read More →

07/10/2025

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The Multiplying Critters of DFW

Sourced: CBSDFW News What do you do when you find an invasive hammerhead worm? Sam Kieschnick gives us the scoop!

06/27/2025

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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!

06/16/2025

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The Nature Conservancy’s Smiley Meadow Preserve Tour – Saturday, June 14

The warm weather is bringing about fresh, green colors everywhere, and our flowers are beginning to bloom. Don’t miss your chance to walk among the blooms at TNC’s 1,050-acre Smiley Meadow Preserve, which contains one of the most significant remnants of Silveus’ dropseed prairie—a rare type of tallgrass prairie that supports hundreds of species of grasses, wildflowers, and wildlife. You’ll immerse yourself in the beauty and color of true Texas prairie while learning about the history and ecology of our native grasslands.

06/05/2025

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City of Plano Parks & Rec and the Blackland Priarie Master Naturalists invite you to join us at Plano Oak Point Park for a Mothing Bioblitz this Saturday!

Discover the nocturnal world at our Mothing BioBlitz on Saturday, June 14, 8-11 PM, at Plano Oak Point Park! Use UV lights to record insects for a “species snapshot” via the iNaturalist app. Special guest: Sam Kieschnick, Urban Biologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife. Join us for this fascinating outdoor event!

05/31/2025

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Join us for a day of hands-on restoration and community impact!

What are your plans for next Friday? How about making a difference? 🌳 Join us June 6th (9 AM – 12 PM) at the Fort Worth Nature Center for an event packed with learning about the Fort Worth Riparian Initiative, connecting with restoration experts, and tackling invasive species! It’s all part of Global Make a Difference Week. See you there! #blacklandprairiechapter

05/30/2025

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Memorial Day Remembrance

On this Memorial Day, the Blackland Prairie Chapter Master Naturalists pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their dedication has helped preserve the freedoms that allow us to appreciate the natural beauty of Texas. We remember and are deeply grateful. #MemorialDay #NeverForget #BlacklandPrairieChapter #TexasMasterNaturalists

05/26/2025

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Congratulations Blackland Prairie Chapter Class of 2025!

A hearty congratulations to the Texas Master Naturalist Class of 2025 on your graduation! Your dedication and hard work are an inspiration, and we’re so excited to welcome you to the community of stewards making a real difference for Texas’ natural wonders.

05/15/2025

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MASTER VOLUNTEER ENTOMOLOGY ADVANCED TRAINING

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!

05/14/2025

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North Texas Chapter offers Accessibility In Nature Talk and Workshop – June 4th and 5th

Two fantastic opportunities! Join us for Patti Bonnin’s talk at the Chapter Meeting on Wednesday, June 4th at Brookhaven College where she’ll share her journey and advocacy for accessible nature, and her interactive workshop on Thursday, June 5th, 9 AM-12 PM, at the Trinity River Audubon Center with tips and tricks for making nature more inclusive. Workshop registration (free)!

05/14/2025

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