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Our Tribe’s Fortune: Bronze 250 Hours – Renee Dowhaniuk

Renee Dowhaniuk, Class of 2023 – “Being a Master Naturalist is like being a chef, your dish may be a little different than the next person. You will add a little bit of spice, unique to you and make your mission uniquely you.”

10/26/2023

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In my backyard? Are you kidding?

Sam Crowe, Class of 2021 – For years, I have been trimming shrubs and pulling out vines that have been determined to take over everything in my yard. That changed a little this year.

One day, I glanced out the window and saw what looked like a Gulf Fritillary laying eggs on one of the vines. For the next few days, I paid more attention to the area, and every day, Gulf Fritillary would stop by.

09/20/2023

Chapter MeetingsGeneral

2023 April – Sam Crowe | Short Survey of Migratory Birds

Michelle Connally, 2018 April 11, 2023 – Tuesday 7:00 PM – Click HERE for additional information. At the January 2023 chapter meeting, we were all introduced to just a few… Read More →

03/24/2023

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2021 Annual Photo Contest Winner

Janice James, 2018 We are so pleased to report that BPTMN member Janice James won first place in the Texas Master Naturalist 2021 Annual Meeting Digitally Enhanced Photo Contest with… Read More →

11/02/2021

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Heard Sanctuary Fall/ Winter Volunteer existing projects

Tom Shackelford, 2018; President The Heard Sanctuary is seeking volunteers to assist in the restoration and preservation of multiple sanctuary projects at the Heard.  This is an existing project that has been in place for some time and there is now a renewed effort to address opportunities.  This is available to any interested individual and is a great way for interested Master Naturalists to earn volunteer hours.  Specific projects follow below.

10/03/2021

Current NewsPhotography

Collin County Photography Contest

Collin County Extension Office is hosting our first open photography contest this summer. The theme for this year’s contest is Texas Agriculture, and is open to any resident of Collin County. We have an adult and youth category.

06/09/2021

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Doves nest location choices

By Clyde Camp, 2011 and Beverly Carpenter, 2013 Doves are not good nest builders as is apparent from photos from Clyde Camp and Beverly Carpenter. Beverly’s example is in a… Read More →

05/07/2021

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Winter Ducks at Russell Creek Park

By John Garbutt, 2014 To some, winter and Uri are now four letter words never to be spoken again as we enter spring.  As a birder, the harbinger of spring,… Read More →

04/06/2021

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