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GCMN Chapter Meeting – Suzanne Simpson – Houston Wild
November 7 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
FreeOpen to the Public
6;30 Social
7:00 PM Chapter Business
Log in VMS as GCMN: Chapter Business: Chapter Meeting – note that you may add travel time up to the amount of time spent on Chapter Business
No later than 7:30PM Monthly Speaker – Members look to email invitation for speaker details
Log in VMS as AT: GCMN – note that travel time is not included in AT time logged
NOTE: Use Arboretum entrance at 120 W 610 Loop North, Woodway entrance is closed in the evening.
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Our speaker for the November monthly meeting is Suzanne Simpson.
Suzanne works as a Land Acquisition Manager at the Galveston Bay Foundation. She is passionate about protecting the natural landscapes that define Texas. She maintains certification as a professional ecologist from the Ecological Society of America and is a trained Texas Master Naturalist. Her favorite moments outdoors include hiking with her hound and finding snakes, but not at the same time.
She will present on her book, WILD HOUSTON, co-authored with John Williams. The book was published September 26, 2023 by Timberpress.
WILD HOUSTON shows the unexpected and amazing nature in Houston and the surrounding area just waiting to be explored. Houston is more than just a bustling metroplex, it’s full of amazing wildlife. You just need to know where to find it! Equal parts natural history, field guide, and trip planner, Wild Houston has something for everyone. This handy yet extensive guide looks at the factors that shape local nature and profiles over 100 local species, from the Barred Owl and the Western Rat Snake to the Houston Burrowing Crayfish, the Rainbow Scareb, and the Nine-banded Armadillo. Also included are descriptions of day trips that help you explore natural wonders on hiking trails, in public parks, and in your own backyard.