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2026 August Chapter Meeting with Kayleigh Bucur | John Bunker Sands Wetland Center: A Nature-Based Solution
🌾 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. 🐸
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 ☀️🐝
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.
MASTER VOLUNTEER ENTOMOLOGY ADVANCED TRAINING 2026
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!
Celebration of the Life of Tony Manasseri, Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalist, Class of 2007
Please join us in celebrating the life and legacy of Anthony Joseph “Tony” Manasseri (1946 – 2026). We will gather for a relaxed afternoon of remembrance, conversation, and connection on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at The Landing at Myers Park and Event Center in McKinney, Texas. Your presence would be a deeply meaningful gift to our family as we come together to honor Tony’s generous heart and the immense joy he brought to all of our lives.
2026 July Chapter Meeting – Celebrate 20 Years with Us! | Mid-Year Anniversary Celebration
Come celebrate two decades of service, community, and digital storytelling! Whether you’ve been with us since LeRoy Thompson first asked his famous question or you just joined our ranks, we want to celebrate the shared roots and passion that have grown our chapter into what it is today. Join us at our next meeting to share memories, connect with fellow members, and look ahead to the next 20 years of making a difference together.
Invitation to Participate in Environmental Research
We’re sharing a great opportunity to support environmental research! Our own Randy Boys recently learned about a study being conducted by an intern at the Hagerman Preserve for her Master’s thesis at Arizona State University.
Exploring Native Ecosystems with Bethany ED Burke
Caterpillars, kites, and “purple pineapples,” oh my! 🦋🍍 If you are looking for some fresh inspiration for your native landscaping, you have to check out the amazing content from Bethany ED Burke. We’ve put together a quick summary of her best deep-dives into our local North Texas ecosystems. Read below to learn how you can build a thriving pocket prairie right in your own yard! 🌼🐝
Last Saturday Workday – Monarch Gardens at Gabe Nesbitt Park – Updated Summer Hours!
Join us for the Last Saturday Workday in the Monarch Gardens at Gabe Nesbitt Park! We offer hands-on opportunities focused on native and drought-tolerant gardening, composting, water conservation, and general garden maintenance.
Behavioral Wonders: Mating or Combat?
Caught in the act! 🐍 Are these two snakes mating or locked in a dance of dominance? Get the scoop on these wild interactions and learn how to tell the difference! 🧐🌿