Upcoming Events
Activities at Mockingbird Nature Park
Monthly Wildflower Walks – Saturdays 9 am
October 19
Night Hike
Saturday, November 9. 5:30 – 7:30pm
Monthly Meetings and Programs
6:00 PM – Chapter Business Meeting
7:00 PM – Program
Location: First United Methodist Church; 505 W. Marvin Ave., Waxahachie.
Family Life Center – Gathering Room
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November 25, 2024
Grassland Ecosystem Restoration
Brandon Belcher
Brandon Belcher will discuss the slow process of restoring grassland ecosystems in north Texas. The rebuilding of lost ecosystems takes time but reminds us of the benefits of locally adapted native plants. The presentation will touch on the importance of supporting local wildlife, drought tolerant plants, and sourcing plants adapted to our specific climate, as well as techniques, lessons, and other restoration considerations.
Brandon Belcher is North Texas Preserves Manager for The Nature Conservancy. Properties under his management include Clymer Meadow Preserve, County Line Prairie, Parkhill Prairie, Tridens Prairie and others. Brandon and his team use prescribed fire, grazing, and other techniques to maintain healthy grasslands with high biodiversity across Texas. He holds BS and MS degrees from Texas A&M-Commerce where he is an adjunct instructor in the Biological and Environmental Sciences Department.
