Advanced Training

The Conservation Summit is a unique annual gathering hosted by Texan by Nature that focuses on bringing conservation and business leaders together for rich, impact-focused dialogue and networking. The Summit’s carefully selected panelists, representing both industry and conservation, lay the foundation for discussion by sharing success stories, best practices, lessons learned, and more. Each year... Read More →

November 4 - Deciding To Create A Pollinator Garden Is The Easy Step -- What To Do Next? Free, weekly webinars from October 14th through November 11th. All sessions are on Fridays at 9 AM CST and will last for approximately 60 minutes plus questions. Register once to attend any/all sessions. Coordinators: Denise Ellsworth, OSU... Read More →

Learn how to fly fish!  Family, friends, and neighbors are welcome. Call Richard Johnson at 469-877-0695 for details and to register.  Location: Rosemeade Recreation Center, 1330 East  Rosemeade Pkwy., Carrollton, TX 75007

Trees are one of the most valuable assets in nature, performing many functions and providing countless benefits. In this class you will better understand how important trees are, how do they work, and what they can do for and with you.  After the presentation portion of this class, we will go outside and plant a tree... Read More →

Land Stewardship and Reading the Land Join us for a presentation which will introduce how to “read the land” to understand what has happened in the past, learn what is happening now, and forecast what may be in the future. Ricky Linex will walk us through an introduction to land stewardship through the years, a... Read More →

What makes an oak tree "good"? Doug Tallamy demystifies the main player in Aldo Leopold's "Good Oak" essay in A Sand County Almanac in his new novel, The Nature of Oaks. Join Doug on November 10th at 7 PM CST to explore the importance of oaks in complex ecosystems and understand how YOU can contribute... Read More →

November 11 - Getting Started with Wildflower Patches, Flower Strips, and Meadows Free, weekly webinars from October 14th through November 11th. All sessions are on Fridays at 9 AM CST and will last for approximately 60 minutes plus questions. Register once to attend any/all sessions. Coordinators: Denise Ellsworth, OSU Department of Entomology Link to register:... Read More →

Come and learn about the beautiful Painted Buntings who spend their summers singing in the trees of Grayson County every year. In-person event - 10AM at Hagerman visitor center. More information can be found at https://www.friendsofhagerman.com/event-4909876  Coordinators: Friends of Hagerman NWR VMS Code- AT: Chapter Approved

Wild Mushrooms have been a source of both food and medicine since before recorded history. Texas is loaded with many beneficial mushrooms and now is your chance to go into a deep dive on them. Join Mark "Merriwether" Vorderbruggen, Ph.D. chemist, herbalist, and wild food expert as he discusses the wonderful truths of Texas mushrooms...their... Read More →

Bird Walk, with Scott Kiester at Clear Creek.  7:30am until around 10:30

This online presentation looks at some of the ways we can be in nature, such as studying it, searching for beauty, practicing mindfulness in it, and journaling. We will review some of the research describing the benefits of spending time in nature and describe the practice of mindfulness in nature. We will discuss welcoming others,... Read More →

​In this workshop we'll explore the woodpeckers that call the Midwest home, offering identification tips, clarification on some of those odd names, and ways to attract these charismatic birds to your yard. And if home repair isn't in your budget, we'll offer some advice for keeping these carpenters away from your siding! Coordinators: Black Swamp... Read More →

Early Bird Watch and Walk First Saturday of the month Meet at the Kiosk on the trail along Arbor Creek Dr. Join Friends of Furneaux Creek for a Bird Watch and Walk through the FoFC Nature Trail.  Be sure to dress for the weather, and bring your camera and binoculars! (and Water) Additional note: The... Read More →

Join us for a day of educational presentations on the wonders of beetles, dragonflies, bees, and more! Attend in person or virtually! The in-person event will be held at Dallas College North Lake Campus - Building G, Room G401. In person : $40 + fees | Lunch and refreshments included Virtual: $20+ fees | Zoom... Read More →