By: Greg Tonian, Lorelei Stierlin and Dick Zartler In 2020 the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center (BPRC) achieved major milestones in its Blackland Prairie restoration efforts. Thanks to increased participation by members of the BPTMN and community volunteers we: -Conducted our first prescribed burn of almost 17.5 acres, changing fallowing… Read More →
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Leadership in Action
As 2020 comes to a close, we reflect on the memories of our time this year. Dedicating time to “education, restoration and preservation” of our precious Blackland Prairie is time well spent. Our wonderful diverse BPTMN membership keeps our chapter going year after year when members join the ranks to… Read More →
2020 October – Dwight Wilson | Interpreting Wildlife Track and Sign
Monthly Chapter Meeting Tuesday, October 13, 2020 “Interpreting Wildlife Track and Sign” – Dwight Wilson Dwight will share how his mentors taught him to identify and interpret track and sign. Learn how you can track wildlife through gathering information, asking questions, and problem solving. Dwight will share personal stories while… Read More →
Linda Nixon – Open Board Positions
Candidates for Board Positions The BPTMN Officer Nomination Committee is currently seeking members interested in serving in several open elected and appointed positions on the BPTMN board of directors. The following positions need to be filled: Vice President Elected position Term: 24 months, begins January 2021 Secretary Elected position Term:… Read More →
Shaking the Trees 5th Edition 06/1/20
Birds, Bees, Flowers…Stuff
Take a look at answers to the quiz in Edition 4, fledgling growth, knocked out birds and what our leaders collect.
Join in the fun and provide your type of elixir during this dry spell of sharing nature on foot.
3rd Annual Connemara Mothing Event on Saturday September 21, 7pm – 9pm
Michelle Connally, Class of 2018 Join us for a mothing event at Connemara Meadow Preserve! The Blackland Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists is hosting its 3rd Annual Mothing Event. We’ll meet on the evening of September 21 from 7-9p in the Pecan Grove at The Connemara Meadow. Connemara Meadow Manager… Read More →
BPTMN Newsletter – July 27, 2024
Hello Blackland Prairie Chapter Members, You can access our latest newsletter from our Chapter’s Home Page at bptmn.org, click on the “Blackland Prairie Newsletter” image OR by direct link – https://txmn.org/bptmn/newsletters/ If chapter members need to share information in the bi-weekly newsletters,please send your requests to communications@bptmn.org. Michelle ConnallyCommunications DirectorBlackland Prairie Chapter Advanced… Read More →
Plano Mothing Event Saturday, June 15th with TPWD Sam Kieschnick
Michelle Connally, Class of 2018 – Come join us for a summer night of Mothing Saturday, June 15th at Sunset with the amazing TPWD Sam Kieschnick in Plano at Oak Point Park.
Project Spotlight – Clymer Meadow with Eclipse details and Spring Tour Dates
Michelle Connally, Class of 2018 – If you live in North Texas, you should visit the Clymer Meadow. It is a 1,475 acre of majestic Blackland Prairie managed by the Nature Conservancy. There is no better time to visit than the spring with the nice weather and gorgeous wildflowers. Our Blackland Prairie Chapter members have monthly and quarterly workdays available. 1st Thursdays, 3rd Wednesdays and Feb, June, Sept and Nov 4th Saturdays.
2nd Annual BPTMN Mothing Event at Connemara Preserve – July 22, 2023
Michelle Connally, 2018 – The Connemara meadow provided a serene backdrop as the sun set on our annual Summer event. Bob Mione, the Connemara Restoration Manager, talked with guests about the meadow. Five mothing setups were presented by Rick and Lisa Travis, Jean and Michael Suplick, Melanie Schuchart, and Patrick Pilarski.