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Start 2025 off right by enjoying the great outdoors! As part of the national First Day Hike program, the City of Lewisville is hosting a free, guided nature walk at Thrive Nature Park. Master Naturalists will lead this family-friendly stroll suitable for all ages. https://www.playlewisville.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/74853/3247?curm=1&cury=2025 This event usually draws a crowd. MNs can receive volunteer... Read More →
First workday of the year - first AT is 'Sowing Seeds' presented by Ann McMahon, DCMGA. Please sign up in the Sign Up Genius link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D45AAAC2FA6F58-46212752-roots for more information or text, email or call, Mary Morrow, hawkilitle@aol.com, 817.939.6537 VMS: P200206 NPA: Lewisville Extending the Green - in your description 'Roots for Wings demo garden... Read More →
Webinar with Jimena Vivanco - Conservation Manager, Trinity Park Conservancy Explore the essentials of creating and managing a successful youth-based conservation crew with Trinity Park Conservancy. This session will provide valuable insights into the design and organization of a dedicated conservation team focused on the Trinity River in the Dallas area. Whether you’re a program... Read More →
Denton County is announcing facilities will remain closed on Friday, Jan. 10, after closing Thursday, Jan. 9, due to inclement weather.
Board meets the 2nd Thursday of the month. Board meeting 9:30am - 12:00pm. Because of the "wintry mix" weather forecast, the first Board meeting of the year will be held virtually via Zoom this Thursday starting at 9:30 am. Here is the Zoom Link for those who would like to attend as audience members: https://zoom.us/j/96731029617?pwd=xInC4c5yXUNv8MVM2am9d88wMvom2O.1 The Board usually... 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 →
Research and Extension Center at Dallas In this one-hour webinar, we will explore how to empower students to channel their environmental concerns into meaningful action. The session will focus on citizen science and the use of the National Geographic Slingshot Challenge, a platform where students can use their creativity and passion to tackle environmental issues.... Read More →
Celebrate the full wolf moon with us! On Jan. 12, Amy Martin, author of "Wild DFW: Explore the Amazing Nature Around Dallas-Fort Worth," will share moon facts before leading a serene moonlit walk through Elm Fork Nature Preserve, including: A moonlit forest trail Moon bathing and singalongs Howling in honor of the wolf moon The... Read More →
Explore practical strategies and incentives for enhancing biodiversity while maintaining productive agricultural lands. This session is perfect for farmers and land managers looking to balance conservation with agriculture and improve ecosystem health while supporting local wildlife. Presenter: Danielle Crocker Click here to Register
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. Title: State of the Program Speakers: Michelle Haggerty, Mary Pearl Meuth & Hannah... Read More →
Date: Tuesday, January 14 Time: 6 p.m. CST Location: Zoom Cost: Free! Sixteen year old Diya Balagopal is a passionate environmental advocate and tech innovator, currently a junior in high school in Texas. Driven by a love for birds and the environment, she has a strong interest in data and computer science and aspires to... Read More →
Join us the 3rd Thursday of the month for our chapter meeting! Location: Denton County Administrative Courthouse VMS Business meeting: Chapter Administrative / Chapter Meeting Advanced Training: AT: Chapter meeting
Just Dig It! Practical Ideas for Adding Native Plants to Your Yard Keynote Speaker: Noted horticulture author Neil Diboll, owner of Prairie Nursery, consulting ecologist, and author of The Gardener’s Guide to Prairie Plants, will present via Zoom: Prairie Garden Design Principles. Learn the tenets of design and maintenance when gardening with prairie plants. Featured Speakers: Susan Abernathy, a Blackland Prairie Master... Read More →
Work day with Texas Conservation Alliance to control weed competition for newly planted little bluestem. https://www.tcatexas.org/event-details/native-prairie-restoration-at-green-acres-farm-memorial-park VMS Code: P160714:RM
Texas Master Naturalist Advanced Training opportunity with monarch butterfly expert, Carol Clark. This workshop is designed to give participants the knowledge and confidence they need to teach about Monarch Butterflies in outdoor and other low-tech settings using just two waterproofed posters. The first part will offer an in-depth look at the Monarch Butterfly migration and... Read More →
Workday is canceled 01/21/2025 due to cold temperatures. Green Acres (located at 4400 Hide-A-Way Lane, Flower Mound, 75022) We have lots for you to see and do in the prairie, monarch station and riparian area, all while our bluebirds are busy nesting in boxes in the park. Please dress for the weather (gloves, hat, long... Read More →
Canceled due to predicted very cold temperature! Join Us for Volunteer workdays on Wednesdays through March (holiday break 12/18/24 through 01/08/25). Hours, 9am - 12pm Link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4ca5ae29a3f9c07-volunteer Organizer: Daniel Arenas, agroforest@beulahacres.org VMS Code: P200109:RM:Beulah Acres Agroforest
Did you know that every plant observation on iNaturalist helps us understand the timing of plant seasonal cycles? Join us on Wednesday, January 22 at 12 pm EST (click to see in your local time) to learn more about phenology and easy ways to get involved! Click here to Register If you can't attend, this... Read More →
Join us for an engaging presentation on the transformative power of two urban trails along the Texas border. This session will delve into how the Caracara Trails in Brownsville and the Paso del Norte Trail in El Paso promote physical activity and active transportation in these communities. Urban trails offer an accessible and inviting environment... 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 →
This orientation event provides basic information about wildlife rehabilitation volunteer opportunities, including hands-on care, transport and stabilization, and administrative support. Following an overview of volunteer roles and responsibilities, attendees will have an opportunity to meet currently permitted rehabilitators to learn more about their experiences, how they can become involved, and next steps. The orientation session... Read More →
David Gwin is the Texas State Coordinator for 'Time to Restore', a National Phenology Network project connecting people, plants, and pollinators. Join this training to learn about Texas native plant phenology, the process of tracking plant life cycles and stages throughout the seasons. David will be sharing about the work of the National Phenology Network... Read More →
The webinar will discuss the distinction between access versus accessibility and will discuss and show examples of increasing trail access and accessibility by focusing on four areas using a DEIAB lens: Information, Language, Experience/Environment, and Authenticity. Presented by: Meg Bandarra, Founder, Unpaved Trails for All Click here to Register VMS Code: AT: Chapter Approved AT-Elm... Read More →
🕷️🐞 Did you know there’s a hidden world of insects buzzing around us every day? Join us on February 1st from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM for “Amazing Unknown Bugs” with urban wildlife biologist Sam Kieschnick of Texas Parks and Wildlife. 🐜 Sam will take you on an incredible journey into the lives of insects you may never have... Read More →
