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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 →
Seabirds were humans' first companions when we ventured onto the ocean. With adaptations for long flights over open waters, seabirds like the Laysan Albatross endure some of the harshest conditions on Earth. They are champions of the bird world, holding records for longest migration, deepest diver, largest wingspan, and more! These often unseen birds are... 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 →
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 →
Permaculture is a forward-thinking design system based on principles found in nature where wildlife and native plants are vital. Its purpose is to create living environments that are harmonious, sustainable and productive; generating human yields abundantly, while greatly reducing the work and energy required to maintain them over time. In this class you will learn... Read More →
A day of presentations on the wonders of reptiles featuring live animals on site! Topics include Evolution of reptiles, Alligators, Snakes of North Central Texas, Green Anoles, Red-Ear Sliders. $40 registration through EventBrite.com A light breakfast and lunch are included in registration fees. Click here to Register Please email [email protected] with any questions. Agenda 8:30... Read More →
Water is one of the most valuable assets in life. Not just because people need it to survive, but also for plants, lawn, trees, veggies, wildlife and everyday human necessities. Understanding how rainwater behaves on your property will give you the possibility to use it efficiently. You will learn about the importance of watershed and... Read More →
Featuring guest speakers: Amanda E. Berlinski | Interpretive Planner and Trainer Sarah R. Johnson | Climate Change Education Specialist, Wild Rose Education Trying to communicate climate change, but people just don't seem to respond to your facts and science? As important as knowing the climate science, social science provides evidence-based practices that allow us to communicate climate... Read More →
Attention homeowners in North Central Texas who have oak trees on their property, Oak Wilt disease can negatively impact your home’s value. Oak Wilt, a devastating tree ailment, is decimating oak populations across central Texas at an alarming rate and is expanding toward the Metroplex. In this short presentation by Eric D'Antonio, Urban Forester with... 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 →
