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BPTMN Newsletter – April 20, 2026

๐ŸŒฟ ๐ŸŒธ Spring in Full Bloom – Blackland Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists ๐Ÿฆ ๐Ÿฆ‹ April has arrived in North Texas, and with it, the Blackland Prairie has transformed… Read More →

04/19/2026

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Ain’t no Party like a Moth Night Party with Sam Kieschnick, Urban Wildlife Biologist in McKinney!

Step into the wild after dark!
Using special UV lights, weโ€™ll attract and observe moths and other nighttime species as part of a Mothing BioBlitz, a snapshot of the biodiversity in McKinney. See moths and other nocturnal insects up close, learn how to use the iNaturalist app to record observations, and help us document species that call McKinney home!

04/18/2026

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2026 iNaturalist City Nature Challenge April 24-27

2026 iNaturalist City Nature Challenge April 24-27 Get ready, North Texas ๐Ÿฆ‹โ€”the 2026 City Nature Challenge is officially blooming across Frisco, Plano, and McKinney! We are taking photos of the flora and fauna of our community. Come help us show the world the incredible nature we have in DFW. โค๏ธ

04/17/2026

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Community Engagement 2026 Events – April & May Update

Ready to make an impact? ๐Ÿฆ‹ Tina Burke has a full spring of Earth Day, BioBlitzes, & Mothing! Help us share the prairie love. Grab a shift today! ๐ŸŒŽ

04/16/2026

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2026 May Chapter Meeting with Braeden Duffee | Collin County Croakers!

๐Ÿธ Is your knowledge of local amphibians a little… “croaky”? On April 23rd, join us as Braeden Duffee, Nature Preserve Manager at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, presents: Collin County Croakers! ๐ŸŒฟ Braeden will guide us through the fascinating life histories and identification of our local frogs and toads. You won’t want to miss this “un-frog-ettable” evening!๐Ÿธ

04/15/2026

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๐Ÿ“ธ Volunteer Spotlight: John W. Garbutt, A Passion for the Prairie

We celebrate our Blackland Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists for National Volunteer Month with a spotlight on our John W. Garbutt, a dedicated naturalist who uses photography and storytelling to bridge the gap between our community and the natural world.

04/09/2026

Caldwell ParkCurrent NewsGeneralHelp Wanted

JM Caldwell Park Pollinator Garden in Princeton

Ready to grow? ๐ŸŒป Dig in with Keep Princeton Beautiful every 2nd Saturday! Mulch, weed, and save the pollinators in Princeton. 9-11 AM. Let’s bloom! โœจ

04/09/2026

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๐Ÿพ Volunteer Spotlight: Sarah Densmore, A Success Story in Wildlife Rehab

We celebrate our Blackland Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists for National Volunteer Month with a spotlight on our Sarah Densmore, Class of 2021, wildlife rehabilitator and Advanced Training VHAT Calendar Coordinator.

04/09/2026

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Blackland Prairie Chapter Grant Cycle now open!

04/01/2026

Advanced TrainingDeep DivesGeneral

Deep Dive – The Constellation of Living Memorials – Bringing Sacred Ground to Life with Julie Fineman

Honoring history through habitat ๐ŸŒฟโœจโ€”join us April 13th at 7 PM CST for a Deep Dive into the Constellation of Living Memorials with Julie Fineman. Discover how five historic Dallas cemeteries are being revitalized into thriving native landscapes and how this two-year pilot program plans to shine across the entire state of Texas, online via Zoom. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ๐ŸŒธ

03/31/2026

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