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Take stream samples to determine the aquatic life in the stream. Sampling will be taken from the stream bottom to find macroinverterbates, observe water life, and water quality, and keep monthly records of observations. Monthly sampling will normally be done on the last Sunday of the month. CALL IF COMING - SCHEDULES WILL CHANGE DUE... Read More →
In 2023, Wild Care's Executive Director Stephanie Ellis was tasked with incubating two sets of Osprey eggs, raising the chicks and finding them suitable wild foster nests. This year, she has been placing Osprey eggs (from USDA) into active nests, and working with a local utility company to get chicks into foster nests when they... Read More →
Early Bird Watch and Walk First Saturday of the month Meet at the Kiosk on the trail at 4100 Arbor Creek Dr. - Look for the Monarch butterfly wing on the side! Join Randy Moody and Friends of Furneaux Creek for a Bird Watch and Walk through the FoFC Nature Trail. Be sure to dress... Read More →
Our Roots for Wings Demonstration Garden will have regular workdays on the first Mondays of each month from 9am-11am. Come rain or shine, if the weather isn't too severe, we will meet and have an AT component for at least 30 minutes during the workday. October:Â We will have a regular workday, deadheading, pruning, weeding,... Read More →
Flower Mound's Environmental Services Department is proud to host Rachel Richter, Urban Wildlife Biologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife, for a presentation on the importance of coexisting with our urban wildlife neighbors. Preregistration is kindly requested (though not required) Use this link to register: https://fmlibrary.libnetinfo/event/11653759
Chapter Project Fair Second Tuesday of each month at noon, the TMN State Office will offer an hour-long virtual advanced training event. These will be recorded each month and shared to the TMNTuesday website. TMN Tuesdays are open to the public – all are welcome to attend. VMS Code: AT: TMN Tuesday:TMN AT Report... Read More →
Presented by Kenn Kaufman ​The North American sparrows seem to create an unreasonable amount of confusion and difficulty for the average birder. This is partly because they are often hard to see, partly because there are so many species to choose among, and partly because the field marks for many of them seem to be... Read More →
Green Infrastructure can play a crucial role in addressing environmental challenges such as climate change, urban heat islands, and biodiversity loss. However, successful implementation of GI hinges on effective policy frameworks at local, regional, and national levels. In this webinar, we will delve into the intersection of green infrastructure and policy, examining how policy decisions... Read More →
Birders of all skill levels are welcome to join an expert birder at 7:30 AM as we explore prime birding locations along LLELA's nature trails. Ages 10 and up. open to the public. 15 max. Registration is required for this $5 program. There is no additional fee for the walk, but LLELA entrance is $5/vehicle... Read More →
Trail Walk Second Saturday of the month Meet at the Kiosk on the trail at 4100 Arbor Creek Dr. - Look for the Monarch butterfly wing on the side! Fun for all ages! A local Texas Master Naturalist will guide a walk, looking for a variety of insects and birds on the trail. Join us... Read More →
Regional Forester for the Texas Forest Service, Mr. Courtney Blevins, will discuss proper tree selection, planting, and care. This program is part of the Town's Environmental Services Speaker Series. Registration is requested (though not required). Link to Register: https://fmlibrary.libnet.info/event/11653932
Join Us for a Presentation: Box Turtles with Hugh Franks October 19, 10am at Wild Birds Unlimited Flower Mound Come see live turtles! This talk will be an introduction to the North American Box Turtle, with emphasis on the species found in the DFW area. No one dislikes box turtles. Some people may be disinterested... Read More →
Open to the public, this is an easy family-friendly stroll in the park looking at nature in our neighborhoods. Bring binoculars if you have them. Approved for AT or let Michele Rawleigh (flower.freak@verizon.net) know if you would like to assist for volunteer service. Park near the controlled crosswalk at the Thrive Rec Center, 1950 S.... Read More →
Monarchs and the Military: MJV collaboration on Public Lands Stay connected with the latest monarch conservation topics by attending our free monthly webinars. This series is a unique opportunity to hear from experts across various interdisciplinary fields related to monarchs, other pollinators, their habitats, and the threats and pressures that make conservation urgent. Bring your... Read More →
The SWAt Team extends this personal invitation to you to join us at our upcoming meeting. Come learn more about us and how you might fit in! Our Educational Outreach Program is ongoing throughout the year. We are always in need of additional volunteers. SWAt meets monthly on the 4th Thursday at 9:30am. Business Meeting: ... Read More →
Take stream samples to determine the aquatic life in the stream. Sampling will be taken from the stream bottom to find macroinverterbates, observe water life, and water quality, and keep monthly records of observations. Monthly sampling will normally be done on the last Sunday of the month. CALL IF COMING - SCHEDULES WILL CHANGE DUE... Read More →
Once, the Whip-poor-will's mysterious song filled the night skies across central and southeastern North America. Now, its haunting call is fading as this nocturnal bird slowly disappears across its range. The Whip-poor-will, along with other nightjars like the Chuck-will’s-widow and Common Nighthawk, is facing alarming declines due to habitat loss, pesticides, and other human-caused threats.... Read More →
Early Bird Watch and Walk First Saturday of the month Meet at the Kiosk on the trail at 4100 Arbor Creek Dr. - Look for the Monarch butterfly wing on the side! Join Randy Moody and Friends of Furneaux Creek for a Bird Watch and Walk through the FoFC Nature Trail. Be sure to dress... Read More →
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 →
Join some 2024 Class Members as Helen Munro trains new volunteers to be hosts in the LLELA Visitor Center. VMS Code:Â AT: Project-Specific AT-Elm Fork:TMN AT Report Hours
