Monthly chapter meetings are at 6 pm. Speakers start at 7 pm.
January 19, 2023
Bumblebees
Dr. Russell Pfau, Professor Biological Sciences at Tarleton State University
Nine bumble bee species are currently known to occur in Texas. That is not an overwhelming number to familiarize yourself with. Just think of all the species bird-watchers have to learn! With some patience and study, you should be able to familiarize yourself with the bumble bees that occur in the state.
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February 16, 2023
Conserving natural resources versus renewable energy progress
Colton Claborn, Prairie Oaks Chapter Member and Project Biologist and Project Manager at SWCA Environmental Consulting
The United States is in one of the most peculiar times in history where we are finally seeing the lasting benefit of the hard work of those who have come before us to set a precedent of preserving natural resources. But are natural resources still being conserved with the thousands of projects that we see pop year after year in our own communities? With the staggering number of solar and wind energy facilities that were constructed this year, and the many to come, are there serious impacts to natural resources that leave ecosystems more vulnerable? Colton Claborn will unpack this topic to bring clarity to the topic of conserving natural resources versus renewable energy progress.
Colton Claborn has been a member of the Texas Master Naturalist Prairie Oaks Chapter since 2018 and enjoys educating people about God’s creation and the beauty He put into it. Colton currently holds a position with SWCA Environmental Consulting as a Project Biologist and Project Manager, where he’s been employed for 8 years. Colton has a Bachelors of Science in Wildlife Biology from the University of Texas in San Antonio and a Masters of Science in Environmental Management and Sustainability from St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX and University of the West in Angers (On-jay), France. Colton married way up with his wonderful wife Rebekah, and they have three children.
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March 16, 2023
Native Cats of Texas
Monica Morrison
Monica Morrison (via Zoom) will provide an interesting look at the native cat species across the State of Texas!
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April 20, 2023
Update on Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Presentation by James Miller, Assistant Superintendent at Palo Pinto State Park