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Our Mission

The Texas Master Naturalist™ Program’s mission is to develop a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities for the State of Texas. Coastal Prairie Chapter members volunteer mainly in Fort Bend, Waller and Wharton counties.

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Fall 2026 Training Class

Fall 2026 Training Class Registration

Registration for the Fall 2026 class will open on Monday, July 6

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Monthly Chapter Program – July 9, 2026 (Note: Change of Venue)

“Tracing Texas Through Time:  A Journey in Archeology” with Sharon Menegaz

2026 July Chapter Program
2026 July Chapter Program

While archeologists now believe people have lived in Texas for more than 21,000 years, what defines the different “eras” of Texas archeology? How do archeologists distinguish between the Paleoindian, Archaic, and Late Prehistoric periods, and what do these time periods reveal about the lives of the people who lived here long before written history?

This presentation explores the timeline of Texas archeology through examples of significant sites featured on Texas Beyond History, along with stories and discoveries from Texas Archeological Society (TAS) Field Schools over the past 25 years. Participants will learn how archeologists use artifacts, tools, food remains, and changing technologies to better understand how people adapted to Texas environments across thousands of years.

From the earliest hunter-gatherers who hunted Ice Age animals, to the development of trade networks, pottery, and the bow and arrow, the program will highlight the cultural changes that shaped the history of Texas long before European contact. The presentation will also showcase how modern archeological excavations and volunteer field schools continue to expand our understanding of the past.

About Our speaker:

Sharon Menegaz has been a member of the Texas Archeological Society for 25 years and has devoted much of her time to public outreach, education, and membership programs. She currently serves on the Public Outreach, Education, and Membership Committee and is also a member of the Texas Historical Commission’s Archeological Stewards Network. Through her work with TAS field schools and educational programs, she enjoys helping others discover and appreciate the rich archeological heritage of Texas.

Coastal Prairie Chapter programs are free and open to the public. This program will be held in-person at the Long Acres Ranch, 2335 Richmond Pkwy, Richmond, TX 77469 Please plan to arrive at 6:00 pm for refreshments and social time. The program starts at 7pm.

A Zoom option is available. After registering below, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

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