Black lace cactus occurrence and genetic relationships

Webinar Description: Echinocereus fitchii subsp. albertii, also known as Echinocereus reichenbachii var. albertii, is a south Texas endemic. The plant, commonly called black lace cactus, is listed as a federally and state endangered species. The objectives of this study are to 1. survey populations of black lace cactus to determine current occurrence status, 2. examine habitat and morphological features of black lace... Read More →

Black Lace Cactus Occurrence and Genetic Relationships

VMS opportunity: AT:TPWD Wildlife and Land Management Workshops and Programs Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2022Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.Dr. Shannon FehlbergConservation BiologistDesert Botanical GardenandDr. Paula S. WilliamsonAssociate Dean for Research, College of Science and Engineering / University Distinguished Professor of BiologyTexas State UniversityWebinar Description: Echinocereus fitchii subsp. albertii, also known as Echinocereus reichenbachii var. albertii, is a south Texas endemic. The... Read More →

Watching and Counting Birds is Fun – Tips for the Great Backyard Bird Count

When: Wednesday, February 16, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Eastern TimeWhere: ZoomDescription: Join us for a free webinar to help make birdwatching easier and more fun—right in time for the 25th Great Backyard Bird Count. Join our experts as we brush up on bird ID, unlock the mystery of bird songs, and practice counting birds no matter how large the... Read More →

Event Series Indian Creek Nature Trail Workday

Indian Creek Nature Trail Workday

Burton Cotton Gin Museum 307 N. Main, Burton, TX

VMS opportunity: Indian Creek Nature Area Workdays are scheduled for the third Thursday of every month See the email from Ann Ray for specific goals for each date.  Bring chain saws, loppers, gloves, rakes, etc.  Contact project leader Ann Ray (preferably by phone/text message) for questions or more information.  Let’s see what progress we can... Read More →

Small-scale Restoration Principles for Working Landowners

VMS opportunity: AT: NGO Workshops and Programs on Wildlife Conservation and Land Stewardship This program is presented by the Fayette Prairie Chapter of NPAT. Doug Jobes will present “Small-scale Restoration Principles for Working Landowners,” February 17, 2022, 6:00 PM. Zoom link. Prairie restorations come in all sizes, but techniques and approaches differ depending upon the scale... Read More →