The Native Plant Society of Texas Austin chapter is hosting a virtual program with popular guest speaker Sam Kieschnick, Urban Wildlife Biologist, DFW, Texas Parks and Wildlife. The topic is How we can use iNaturalist to learn and to guide public land management (think of ‘no mow’ areas!) This is a virtual program using Zoom.... Read More →
Hybrid offering in person or online via zoom. Register in advance here. Fee range $7-$21. In person event at the ECO CENTRO building at 1802 North Main Avenue, San Antonio, TX, 78212. Also available via zoom. Pre-registration required for zoom attendees. The Central Texas Mycology Society monthly program, held in person or via online registration... Read More →
Garden Sign at the SCNP Butterfly Garden - photo by Hoiman Low Members: Come help at Seabourne Creek Nature Park (SCNP), Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter’s signature project! It is a great way to earn VSP hours; learn about butterflies and prairie plants; and enjoy time with fellow Texas Master Naturalists. There are several... Read More →
Volunteer Open House Wednesday, February 21, 9 a.m. to noon Mercer is a great place to volunteer! Whether you love gardening or want to learn more about horticulture and botany, there's a spot for you. During their February Volunteer Open House, they invite you to explore Mercer Botanical Center opportunities, including helping with imaging and... Read More →
The Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter (TMNCPC) monthly chapter meeting will be held on the third Wednesday of the month beginning at 7:00pm and will be immediately followed by the monthly board meeting on the same zoom call. All TMNCPC chapter members are welcome to both meetings. Advance registration will be required via a... Read More →
Bird Survey at Mercer Botanic Gardens Thursday, February 22, 2024 8 to 10 a.m. In partnership with Houston Audubon and led by longtime birder Paul Gregg, this bird survey is suited for birders of all levels. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. The survey follows a 1.7-mile loop that is primarily crushed asphalt trails. Children younger than... Read More →
Garden Docent Training (All four Thursday sessions required) February 1, 8, 15, and 22, 8:30 a.m. to noon Do you have a passion for Mercer, gardening, or the outdoors? Mercer is looking for volunteers to lead walking tours for the community. This comprehensive training program consists of four sessions, combining classroom instruction with outdoor experiences.... Read More →
In person at Seabourne Creek Nature Park. Free, open to public. Each month the Coastal Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists will lead a guided Insect Hike. Participation is open to the public and all ages are welcome. Wear appropriate clothing for outdoors. Closed toe shoes recommended. Hike may be canceled during inclement weather. This... Read More →
Virtual. Free. 2024 Climate Change and Implications for the Fayette Prairie Ecosystem Webinar Series. A series of 7 webinars offered on a Thursday monthly/bimonthly from 6pm - 7pm, beginning February 2024. How will climate change impact Texas and the native prairie and savanna ecosystems? How do we plan restorations to be sustainable in 2050? Do... Read More →
THIS EVENT WILL BE RESCHEDULED. There is a need for the Chapter to host a Slack training at this same time. The Archway Grasses project team is inviting those who have an interest in native plants and grasses to join the habitat project for 2024. We've had interest from members beyond the 2023 training classes... Read More →
