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What do we know about alligators in the Metroplex? Popular nature photographer and blogger Chris Jackson of DFW Urban Wildlife returns to Thrive to share his knowledge and experience with these elusive “living fossils.” Family-friendly and free. Doors to the Thrive Rec Center open at 9am and the presentation will start at 9:30. VMS Code: ... 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 →
Join us on July 21st for another awesome Nature Talk at Thrive. Nature Talks occur every 3rd Sunday at Thrive and cover a variety of topics. This month we will be discussing the importance of pocket prairies, no mow zones, and the extending the green initiative we're seeing in Lewisville. Pat Thompson from the City... Read More →
https://www.playlewisville.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/71812/3247 3rd Sunday Nature Walks at Thrive move indoors for cool, family-friendly nature talks during the summer. The doors open at 9am and our program will run 9:30-10:30am. MNs can get service hours for helping set up at 8:45am and staying afterwards to clean up. The program qualifies for AT. Contact Michele Rawleigh with questions: ... Read More →
The Nature of Oaks, Doug Tallamy 1.00 hrs AT The Benefits of Trees, Colleen Murray 0.75 hrs AT Shady Natives, Liz Moyer 0.75 hrs AT Gall Lady Presents Galls,... Read More →
Amy Martin of Wild DFW will present a photo survey of Denton County primary parks and preserves— Clear Creek Natural Heritage, Ray Roberts Lake State, and Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA). Then a panel of local nature enthusiasts will explore the potential and benefits of county and municipal governments facilitating increased nature tourism. Afterward,... Read More →
Beat the Summer heat and join guest speaker and local native plant expert, Carol Clark, for this FREE and informative talk about Historic Uses of North Texas Plants. Historic Uses of North Texas Plants covers the interesting and sometimes surprising uses of our native plants over the years - from prehistoric times to modern day. Beyond the... Read More →
Chris Jackson of DFW Urban Wildlife will be presenting information and stories about DFW-area coyotes and bobcats. Many facts about these fascinating urban predators, plus tips about how to coexist, will be shared.
