What a Mesh! Correlates and Mitigation of Snake Entanglement in Erosion Control Blankets Presenter: Christopher Schalk, Ph.D., Research Ecologist, U.S. Forest Service’s Southern Research Station Description: In road construction projects across the United States, erosion control methods (e.g., erosion control blankets), are mandated to stimulate seedbed regeneration and prevent soil loss. Previous reports have suggested... Read More →

Offered by Texas Hill Country Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists Presenter: Terry Hibbitts Description: Acclaimed biologist and photographer Terry Hibbitts will share his techniques and strategies for photographing small creatures in the field,  with a focus on butterflies, dragonflies, damselflies, moths, and beetles. The talk is for photographers of all skill levels, including novices... Read More →

2024 Deer Research Meeting AGENDA The Patton Center for Deer Research Annual Update - Dr. Michael Cherry, CKWRI Errors in Demographic Ratios from Helicopter Surveys - Dr. Aaron Foley, CKWRI Thermal Drivers and Consequences of Foraging Behavior in White-tailed Deer - Ms. Miranda Hopper, CKWRI Effects of Early Life Conditions on Growth, Survival, Senescence of White-tailed Deer - Dr. Joe Hediger, CKWRI Managing White-tailed Deer... Read More →

Speakers Megan Clayton, Professor & Extension Range Specialist, Texas AgriLife Extension Julie Lewey, Ranches and Rivers, LLC Zach Lowe, NRCS District Conservationist for Edwards County Description: Learn more about water on rangelands, riparian areas, water conservation strategies, and landowner assistance programs. To be held at Frio Pecan Farm in Leakey with lunch included. RSVP by... Read More →

Topic: Texas Raptor Monitoring Network: a participatory science program to monitor the reproductive biology of raptors across Texas Speaker: Dr. Ben Skipper and Dr. Clint Boal Description: Over the last two decades, citizen science has emerged as a powerful tool to gather data on biological phenomena over wide geographic areas. Through observation-based platforms like iNaturalist... Read More →

Topic TBD Speaker: TBD Description: TBD     TMNTuesdays are a way to learn about top conservation issues of the state, earn advanced training hours, and interact with wildlife professionals from across the state!

The Monarchs and More Network Meeting is a gathering of experts, advocates, and stakeholders dedicated to the conservation of monarch butterflies and other pollinators. This meeting will take place at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Austin, Texas.

Presenters: Dr. Todd Sink, Associate Professor & Aquaculture Extension Specialist, & Brittany Chesser, Aquatic Vegetation Management Program Specialist Description: This 1.5 hour program covers how to evaluate ponds to determine if it is an asset to a property or a major liability. This course provides an overview of ponds, their maintenance, care and upkeep. Attendees... Read More →

Integrated Toxic Plant Management - Dr. Barron Rector, Associate Professor and Extension Range Specialist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Description: Integrated Pest Management is a balanced, tactical approach to pest control. It involves taking action to prevent pest outbreaks, when possible, and to prevent excessive damage caused by pests. When the noted pest is toxic... Read More →