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ClassCurrent NewsGeneral

The application window for the 2027 Training Program is now OPEN

The application window for the 2027 Training Program is now OPEN!

10/01/2026

ClassCurrent NewsGeneral

The application window for the 2027 Training Program will open on October 1, 2026

The application window for the 2027 Training Program will open on October 1, 2026

09/13/2026

20th AnniversaryCurrent NewsGeneralMembers

BPTMN Chapter 20th Anniversary Celebration Series

“Friends, learning, teaching, volunteering, and having fun.” For our 20th Anniversary series, Class of 2015’s Paul Napper shares how joining BPTMN sparked a family affair—inspiring bluebird trails, native gardens with his wife Cindy, and a whole new passion for teaching the next generation to love the wild. 🌿

09/02/2026

Annual EventsCurrent NewsGeneral

Texas Master Naturalist Fall Pop-Up Store OPEN NOW!

It’s time to order your Texas Master Naturalist Annual Meeting merchandise!

09/02/2026

Annual EventsCurrent News

Texas Master Naturalist 2026 Annual Meeting – Sponsor and Vender Information

The Annual Meeting provides an opportunity for Texas Master Naturalist volunteers from around the state to gather, participate in hands-on educational seminars, and complete Advanced Training requirements within one weekend. It is also a chance for program participants and partners to network, share ideas, and learn from efforts happening across Texas. Attendance typically exceeds 600+ participants, including volunteers, partners, and members of the public.

08/23/2026

Annual EventsCurrent NewsShaking of the Trees Post

5th Annual Connemara Mothing Event on Saturday September 12, 7pm – 9pm

Hey everyone! Get ready for a night of discovery at the Annual Connemara Meadow Preserve Mothing Event on Saturday, September 12, from 7 PM to 9 PM.

Join the Blackland Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists for this free and family-friendly event. We’ll set up special lights to attract all kinds of nocturnal moths and other cool insects. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see the preserve in a whole new light and learn about these amazing creatures. We can’t wait to see you there.

08/22/2026

Advanced TrainingCurrent NewsDeep DivesGeneral

Deep Dive – Digging Deep: Rocks, Minerals & Fossils of North Texas with Randy Boys

Join Texas Master Naturalist Randy Boys for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating rocks, minerals, and fossils of North Texas. Discover the ancient geological history right beneath our feet and learn how local rock formations shape the soils, habitats, and diverse ecosystems of our region.

08/20/2026

Advanced TrainingCurrent NewsGeneral

Advanced Training – Living with Raccoons hosted by TPWD Sam Kieschnick

Ever wonder what our mischievous masked bandits are up to? 🦝✨ Join TPWD’s Sam Kieschnick & local experts for an enchanting morning learning to coexist with our neighborhood raccoons! A registration fee applies, benefitting the North Texas Master Naturalists. Come curious, leave wild! 🌿

07/25/2026

Current NewsHelp WantedLLELAVH

Share, Inspire, and Explore: Volunteer at the LLELA Visitor Center!

Want to share your love for nature and inspire others? 🌿 We are looking for friendly faces to volunteer in the visitor center at LLELA! Come help our guests explore and connect with the outdoors.

07/20/2026

Advanced TrainingCurrent NewsDeep DivesGeneral

Deep Dive – Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalists Pollinator Gardens: 2026 Edition with Jean Suplick

Join Texas Master Naturalist Jean Suplick for an inspiring presentation showcasing beautiful home pollinator gardens cultivated by Blackland Prairie chapter members. Discover how these local homeowners overcome unique backyard challenges, and take the opportunity to ask them your own gardening questions directly.

07/13/2026

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