
[{"id":35699,"date":"2026-10-18T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-18T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/?p=35699"},"modified":"2026-10-18T17:29:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T22:29:58","slug":"drawn-to-the-flame-official-bptmn-swag-moth-squad-gear-have-landed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/drawn-to-the-flame-official-bptmn-swag-moth-squad-gear-have-landed\/","title":{"rendered":"Drawn to the Flame: Official BPTMN Swag &amp; Moth Squad Gear Have Landed!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bptmn-online-shop.printify.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"868\" src=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/image-1024x868.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/image-1024x868.png 1024w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/image-150x127.png 150w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/image-300x254.png 300w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/image-767x650.png 767w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/image.png 1035w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Show your chapter pride in style! Spearheaded under the leadership of Chapter Vice President Marla Layne and Project Leader Alika Ray, the official <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bptmn-online-shop.printify.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BPTMN Online Shop<\/a><\/strong> is now officially open for business. Along with classic field apparel, hats, and everyday natural history gear, nocturnal nature lovers can celebrate: exclusive <strong>Moth Squad<\/strong> swag has landed, guaranteed to draw you in like a moth to a flame! Whether you\u2019re out surveying late-night mothing sheets, attending a prairie workday, or sharing nature stories in the community, there\u2019s no better way to wear your passion for North Texas conservation on your sleeve. Explore the collection today and snag your favorite gear!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/news\/bptmn-blog\/shaking-the-trees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"564\" height=\"190\" src=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2022\/01\/Shaking-the-Trees-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2022\/01\/Shaking-the-Trees-2.png 564w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2022\/01\/Shaking-the-Trees-2-300x101.png 300w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2022\/01\/Shaking-the-Trees-2-150x51.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Show your chapter pride in style! 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As autumn sweeps across North Texas, our chapter is in full motion\u2014tracking peak monarch and songbird migrations, diving into prairie grass at the Wylie Prairie, native bee ecology, and preparing to welcome our next generation of naturalist trainees. Grab your field guides and explore this month\u2019s newest training walks, community science initiatives, and chapter stories below! \ud83c\udf3e \ud83c\udf3f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83e\udd8b Wildlife Wonders &amp; Ecosystems<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/monarch-roosts-community-science-study-fall-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Monarch Roosts Community Science Study \u2013 Fall 2026:<\/a><\/strong> Track the fall migration! Contribute crucial data to regional conservation by observing and submitting local reports on roosting monarch clusters across North Texas. Read more about the Monarch Roost Study<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/beneficial-insects-and-common-pests-in-the-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beneficial Insects and Common Pests in the Garden:<\/a><\/strong> Learn how to identify common garden pests, recognize subtle signs of their presence, and protect the vital beneficial insects that keep regional ecosystems in balance. Read more about beneficial insects and garden pests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/peter-kaestners-historic-10000-species-milestone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peter Kaestner\u2019s Historic 10,000-Species Milestone:<\/a><\/strong> Join Audubon Dallas for a special evening with legendary birder Peter Kaestner as he recounts his historic quest to observe 10,000 bird species in the wild, featuring a silent auction benefiting local conservation. Read more and register for Peter Kaestner\u2019s presentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcda Education, Training &amp; Research<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/advanced-training-prairie-walk-12-common-blackland-prairie-native-grasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Advanced Training Prairie Walk: 12 Common Blackland Prairie Native Grasses:<\/a><\/strong> Join fellow naturalists along the Wylie prairie restoration trail for an interactive, hands-on study of 12 iconic, mature Blackland Prairie grasses cultivated over the past 14 years. Read more about the prairie grass walk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/lights-out-texas-informal-education-ambassador-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lights Out, Texas! Informal Education Ambassador Certification:<\/a><\/strong> Help protect migrating songbirds from artificial light hazards and building collisions by joining the pilot certification workshop on Saturday, October 24, at the TMN Annual Meeting in Waco. Read more about Lights Out, Texas! certification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/cissy-st-john-memorial-education-series-native-bee-fundamentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Cissy St. John Memorial Education Series: Native Bee FUNdamentals:<\/strong> <\/a>The BPTMN chapter is thrilled to present the second installment in the Cissy St. John Memorial Education Series, offering a deep dive into our essential regional native bee species. Read more about Native Bee FUNdamentals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 Chapter News &amp; Milestones<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/drawn-to-the-flame-official-bptmn-swag-moth-squad-gear-have-landed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Wear Your Prairie Pride: The New BPTMN Online Shop is Open!<\/strong> <\/a>Spearheaded by VP Marla Layne and Project Leader Alika Ray, our official store is live with classic chapter apparel, hats, and exclusive Moth Squad swag that will draw you in like a moth to a flame! Read more and visit the BPTMN Online Shop<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/project-conclusion-for-friscos-monarch-view-park-2026-pollinators-for-texas-grant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Project Conclusion for Frisco\u2019s Monarch View Park 2026 Pollinators for Texas Grant<\/a>:<\/strong> Our 2026 Pollinators for Texas project is complete, and we couldn\u2019t be prouder of the impact we\u2019ve made! With the generous support from H-E-B and in collaboration with the Texas Master Naturalist Program, we\u2019ve been able to enhance an 8,129 sq ft area was with 992 plants installed by 98 volunteers and over 309 iNaturalist observations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/bptmn-membership-directory-add-your-name-now-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>BPTMN Membership Directory \u2013 Add Your Name Now:<\/strong> <\/a>Keep in touch with fellow naturalists! Submit your details by December 31 to be included in the secure, password-protected member directory launching this January. Read more and submit the directory opt-in form<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/2027classa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Help Grow the BPTMN Family! Applications for 2027 Training Class<\/a>:<\/strong> Share your love for Texas nature! Applications for the 2027 Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalist training cohort are open through October 31, 2026. Read more about applying for the 2027 class<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/bptmn-chapter-20th-anniversary-celebration-series-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BPTMN Chapter 20th Anniversary Celebration Series:<\/a><\/strong> In this month\u2019s anniversary spotlight, chapter member Mike Roome shares personal reflections on how becoming a Texas Master Naturalist transformed his relationship with the living world. Read Mike Roome\u2019s 20th Anniversary feature<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.tamu.edu\/2026-annual-meeting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/txmn.tamu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2026-AM-Website-and-Email-Header.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can access our latest newsletter from our Chapter\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Home Page at bptmn.org<\/strong><\/a>, click on the \u201c<strong>Blackland Prairie Newsletter<\/strong>\u201d image, OR by direct link \u2013&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/newsletters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/newsletters\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>This newsletter will provide:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Next Month\u2019s Chapter Meeting<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/home\/what-we-do\/chapter-meetings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&#8211; <strong>Chapter Meetings<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shaking the Trees Member Submissions<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/news\/bptmn-blog\/shaking-the-trees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shaking the Trees Newsletter<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><strong>Past<\/strong> <strong>Meetings <\/strong>Recordings<\/strong> &#8211;<a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/home\/what-we-do\/chapter-meetings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong>Chapter Meetings<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Past Deep Dives Recordings<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/deep-dives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Deep Dives<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Upcoming Advanced Training &amp; Volunteer Hours Opportunities &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Member VHAT Calendar<\/a>.<\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TMN State Program Updates<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chapter Advisor<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chapter Partners<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>If chapter members need to share information in the monthly newsletter that drops after the chapter meeting, or want to provide feedback, or want to help! Please send your emails to&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"mailto:communications@bptmn.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><em><strong><a href=\"mailto:support@bptmn.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>support@bptmn.org<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/em><br><br><br><em>Michelle Connally<\/em><br><em>Communications Director<br>Blackland Prairie Chapter<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2024\/01\/BPTMN-Newsletter-Banner-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2024\/01\/BPTMN-Newsletter-Banner-1.png 600w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2024\/01\/BPTMN-Newsletter-Banner-1-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2024\/01\/BPTMN-Newsletter-Banner-1-150x50.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/news\/content-submission-form\/\" style=\"background-color:#046a38\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Submit your article here<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83c\udf42 \ud83c\udf41 Welcome to the October 2026 edition! 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Grab your field guides and explore this month\u2019s newest training walks, community science initiatives, and chapter stories below! \ud83c\udf3e \ud83c\udf3f<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1226,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false},"categories":[74815,10581,27102],"tags":[74903,75001],"class_list":["post-35698","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","category-chapter-newsletter","category-current-news","category-general","tag-blacklandprairie","tag-blacklandprairiechapter","entry"],"acf":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":false,"thumbnail":false,"medium":false,"medium_large":false,"large":false,"landing-template-slider":false,"landing-template-thumbnail":false,"template-flexcolumns-2":false,"template-flexcolumns-3":false,"1536x1536":false,"2048x2048":false,"archive":false,"gform-image-choice-sm":false,"gform-image-choice-md":false,"gform-image-choice-lg":false},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"mconnally","author_link":"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/author\/mconnally\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"\ud83c\udf42 \ud83c\udf41 Welcome to the October 2026 edition! As autumn sweeps across North Texas, our chapter is in full motion\u2014tracking peak monarch and songbird migrations, diving into prairie grass at the Wylie Prairie, native bee ecology, and preparing to welcome our next generation of naturalist trainees. 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Country Club Road, Wylie, TX <br><br>This event is a one-hour outdoor hands-on presentation of 12 of the most common Blackland Prairie grasses contained in individual plots located within the Wylie prairie restoration project. Each plot contains fully mature and, hopefully, seeding grasses which have been planted over the past 14 years. 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Each plot contains fully mature and, hopefully, seeding grasses which have been planted over the past 14 years. Access is via a regularly maintained grassy trail running through the prairie. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1226,"featured_media":35694,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false},"categories":[10581],"tags":[66902,74843,41126,74623,75233],"class_list":["post-35693","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-current-news","tag-blackland-praire","tag-blackland-prairie-chapter","tag-dick-zartler","tag-jay-wooldridge","tag-stt-75","entry"],"acf":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1.jpg",1100,850,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-150x116.jpg",150,116,true],"medium":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-300x232.jpg",300,232,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-767x593.jpg",767,593,true],"large":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-1024x791.jpg",1024,791,true],"landing-template-slider":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-1024x576.jpg",1024,576,true],"landing-template-thumbnail":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-483x272.jpg",483,272,true],"template-flexcolumns-2":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-554x332.jpg",554,332,true],"template-flexcolumns-3":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-370x222.jpg",370,222,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1.jpg",1100,850,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1.jpg",1100,850,false],"archive":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-400x225.jpg",400,225,true],"gform-image-choice-sm":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-300x300.jpg",300,300,true],"gform-image-choice-md":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-400x400.jpg",400,400,true],"gform-image-choice-lg":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/the-walkabout12-1-600x600.jpg",600,600,true]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"mconnally","author_link":"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/author\/mconnally\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"This event is a one-hour outdoor hands-on presentation of 12 of the most common Blackland Prairie grasses contained in individual plots located within the Wylie prairie restoration project. 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Help us plant a vital habitat for butterflies and native pollinators. We\u2019ll be at Monarch Gardens on Oct. 2 &amp; 16 from 9 AM to NOON. Sign up today to take part! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find out more details by reading about the Blackland Prairie Chpater Project &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/mckinneymonarchgardens\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>McKinney Monarch Gardens<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udccd&nbsp;Location<\/strong><br>Monarch Gardens at Gabe Nesbitt Park<br>3339 Alma Rd, McKinney, TX 75070<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83e\udde4&nbsp;Typical Activities<\/strong><br>Weeding and garden maintenance<br>Mulching and seasonal garden prep<br>iNaturalist entries<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\ude97&nbsp;Parking<\/strong><br>Parking is available directly across from the garden at 3339 Alma Rd.<br>Please note: Water tower access must remain clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udebb&nbsp;Restrooms<\/strong><br>Available within walking distance at The Courts of McKinney (3253 Alma Rd).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2614&nbsp;Weather<\/strong><br>Events are held rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, volunteers will be notified of cancellations or early dismissal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\uddc2&nbsp;Volunteer Hour Tracking<\/strong><br>Workdays at the Green Gardens should be tracked in the TMN portal as:<br>VH: \u201cBPTMN: McKinney Parks Projects\u201d<br>Please list \u201cMonarch Gardens\u201d in the description.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udcc5&nbsp;Registration<\/strong><br>Registration opens monthly at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinneytexas.org\/2293\/Green-Gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">McKinneyTexas.org\/GreenGardens<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mary Abercrombie<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Environmental Outreach &amp; Engagement Coordinator<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get your hands dirty for a good cause! Help us plant a vital habitat for butterflies and native pollinators. We\u2019ll be at Monarch Gardens on Friday Oct. 16 from 9 AM to NOON. 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This directory will be hosted in the password-protected <strong>Members Area<\/strong> (located under the &#8216;Members&#8217; tab) <a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/members-area\/\">Members Area<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Directory Details<\/strong> Participation is entirely voluntary. If you choose to opt in, your listing will include your name, email address, and Master Naturalist class year. Please note that only members who explicitly submit their information will be included in the directory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How You Can Use It<\/strong> Once the new directory is finalized in January, it will serve as a fantastic resource for chapter collaboration. 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Because of this, I have been blessed with multiple opportunities to view and be close to many natural wonders. I have sailed close to Orcas in the Pacific, stood under giant redwoods in California, and gazed up in amazement at giant saguaro cacti. Across prairie lands and in our national parks and forests, I have seen a variety of plant life as well as been near to bear, elk, moose, bison, and mountain sheep. In all of this however, I was merely a visitor, near but apart from all of the experiences I was seeing and enjoying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I became a member of the Blackland Prairie family, I was introduced to a whole new relationship with our natural world. Through multiple activities and programs, I was enabled to experience and learn about nature as never before. Rather than viewing from afar, I now could walk within a field of native wildflowers or stands of waving grasses. I could watch closely as bees busily gathered nectar or caterpillars inched their way up a milkweed stalk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trees and other plants could now be explored not only with vision but touch and smell. As a volunteer animal care giver with the Heard Museum, I worked among white-tailed deer, bobcats, raccoons and such as well as smaller species from snakes to spiders. Because of these opportunities and the training and naturalist\u2019s tools I was given, I was no longer merely an outside observer of the natural world but now found enjoyment and purpose in the midst of it. Perhaps even more meaningful to me than this however, has been the opportunity provided within this chapter to connect with others of like-mind. Here I am part of a group of individuals who love and enjoy being involved with nature, want to learn from and about it, and share their knowledge with others. Many of these members encouraged me and taught me not only from their knowledge, but also by their example. Many remain friends to this day. Because of this camaraderie and shared experiences, I am a better master naturalist today. Now a disability makes what just a few years ago had seemed so easy, extremely difficult or impossible. Once again, I am more of an observer of our natural world rather than an active participant in nature. Nevertheless, the education I have gained, the tools I have been given, and the relationships I have formed as part of this chapter continue to impact my life. I will always be grateful for this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/Mike-Roome-photo-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/Mike-Roome-photo-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/Mike-Roome-photo-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/Mike-Roome-photo-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/Mike-Roome-photo-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/Mike-Roome-photo-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/Mike-Roome-photo-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter 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Roosts Community Science Study &#8211; Fall 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sourced from Mary Pearl Meuth, TMN Program Assistant State Coordinator<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The National Wildlife Federation is spearheading the collection of local data to research fall Monarch migration roosts in Texas. From mid-September through early November, you can be part of this effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a great opportunity to learn about native plants and how wildlife uses them, &nbsp;while you experience the beautiful and mysterious Monarch migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What trees do monarchs prefer? Do they use shrubs? Are nectar plants close by? Your observations and the data you collect will help researchers better understand this part of the Monarch\u2019s migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join our community in collaborating with the National Wildlife Federation, the Native Plant Society of Texas and the Texas Master Naturalists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additional note: when gathering information on roosts, please do not disturb the Monarchs. 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Out, Texas &#8211; Informal Education Ambassador Certification"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Submitted by Mei Ling Liu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:58px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"499\" src=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-1024x499.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-1024x499.png 1024w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-300x146.png 300w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-150x73.png 150w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-768x374.png 768w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:59px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because migrating birds don&#8217;t recognize county or state borders, effective conservation education must reach beyond local boundaries. The Texas Conservation Alliance\u2014supported by Audubon Texas and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department\u2019s Bird City Texas Program\u2014has launched the <strong>Lights Out, Texas! Informal Education Ambassador Certification Program<\/strong>. Designed for educators, naturalists, and community leaders, this fall 2026 pilot equips advocates across Texas with the practical tools, background science on artificial light and window strikes, and hands-on demonstration kits needed to lead local outreach. The initial pilot session kicks off <strong>Saturday, October 24 (9:00 AM\u201312:30 PM)<\/strong> at the Texas Master Naturalist Annual Meeting in Waco, with additional regional workshops currently in development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xwluvwfbb.cc.rs6.net\/tn.jsp?f=0013zdebS1-PKirFnYncyeCl6IEZcA3OP7gCBE05H82YNwppxHaom4QzOd4xpOIYV_yind6aHA5QdD11QUSSGKkQIJnEMxh406_QmLhtnY3Ppplq7jYrK4CVTkph6eudQJ_IlZX34iq_HsXqfwEE78g-Q==&amp;c=2cbw-W6nrekMX9bGKNCnqN7z6kctLn5yzb0tNpxtCVqLafK13Q0q8g==&amp;ch=IpBASVlXCsqRAg7gNIUmJhpQMXuiGA5S0DE_5fCKwaPcJlZBEwEV5w==\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View full program guidelines, download the one-pager, and explore workshop details here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/news\/bptmn-blog\/shaking-the-trees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"564\" height=\"190\" src=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2022\/01\/Shaking-the-Trees-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2022\/01\/Shaking-the-Trees-2.png 564w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2022\/01\/Shaking-the-Trees-2-300x101.png 300w, https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2022\/01\/Shaking-the-Trees-2-150x51.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Become a certified Lights Out, Texas! 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Join the pilot workshop on Saturday, October 24, at the Texas Master Naturalist Annual Meeting in Waco.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1226,"featured_media":35692,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false},"categories":[10581,60052],"tags":[55829,74880,75233],"class_list":["post-35691","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-current-news","category-deep-dives","tag-lights-out-texas","tag-mei-ling-liu","tag-stt-75","entry"],"acf":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary.png",1200,585,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-150x73.png",150,73,true],"medium":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-300x146.png",300,146,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-768x374.png",768,374,true],"large":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-1024x499.png",1024,499,true],"landing-template-slider":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-1024x576.png",1024,576,true],"landing-template-thumbnail":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-483x272.png",483,272,true],"template-flexcolumns-2":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-554x332.png",554,332,true],"template-flexcolumns-3":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-370x222.png",370,222,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary.png",1200,585,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary.png",1200,585,false],"archive":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary-400x225.png",400,225,true],"gform-image-choice-sm":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary.png",300,146,false],"gform-image-choice-md":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary.png",400,195,false],"gform-image-choice-lg":["https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/files\/2026\/10\/LightsOutMary.png",600,293,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"mconnally","author_link":"https:\/\/txmn.org\/bptmn\/author\/mconnally\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Become a certified Lights Out, Texas! 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