This calendar includes Heartwood’s scheduled chapter, volunteer, and training events.
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2026 Initial Training Class #14
May 2 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Initial Training Class for accepted interns and chapter members
Class #14: Soil, Native Plants, & Herpetology
Date: May 2, 2026: 8:00 am -1:00 pm
Location: Montgomery County Agrilife Bldg & Carl Barton Jr Park
Topics covered:
- Soils
- Native Plants
- Herpetology
- Herpetology Field Session
Chapters to read:
- Unit 7: Geology and Soils (pp 249-270, 281-283)
- Doug Tallamy’s Bringing Nature Home book or video
- Unit 15: Herpetology
Please use the following VMS code: Initial Training: TMN Initial Training Hours
At the end of class there will be a Herpetology field session. The conditions are variable with some terrain along the creek. Please wear appropriate clothing – closed toed shoes, long pants, hat, sunscreen, etc. Bring a water bottle. Details for exact meeting place will be provided at a later date.