It is starting to become clear that the impacts of last week's Winter Storm in Texas may have been catastrophic for some wildlife populations. TPWD officials and Master Naturalists alike have provided recounts of big die-offs in ducks, migratory birds, bats, and exotics. To better document the extent of the Winter Storm's impacts to wildlife,... Read More →
We happen to have a small project on the Roger R. Fawcett WMA that we need to get taken care of in the next few weeks. We have just picked up 40 wooden park signs that need to be painted before we can install them. The signs range in size and have lettering that is... Read More →
Let's meet at the nature center to maintain the gardens. 10 am to 12 noon. Covid precautions apply. Both volunteers and public participants are strongly encouraged to wear masks and social distance by at least 6 feet. Bring your own tools and don't forget water and insect repellent. Contact Bill Hopkins for more information bill@prairiepoint.net Flextime... Read More →
Impacts of Winter Storm Uri on Texas Fish & Wildlife It’s been more than a month since Winter Storm Uri swept across Texas, but many are still feeling the aftershocks caused by this historic event, especially our wildlife. Come learn about the changes in flora and fauna after the storm (including a citizen science project... Read More →
Milkweed plugs will soon be available for planting in a native or pollinator garden. These have been purchased from Monarch Watch. Planting in a group of 3-4 is recommended. Watering will be needed till they establish. The cost is $2.25 each to cover costs. Projected arrival around April 15. Supplies limited. Email me to reserve. ... Read More →
Let's meet at the nature center to maintain the gardens. 10 am to 12 noon. Covid precautions apply. Both volunteers and public participants are strongly encouraged to wear masks and social distance by at least 6 feet. Bring your own tools and don't forget water and insect repellent. Contact Bill Hopkins for more information bill@prairiepoint.net Flextime... Read More →
6:00-7:00 pm – Chapter Business Meeting 7:00-8:00 pm – Program: Lost...and Found...Texas! by T. Wayne Schwertner, Wildlife Biologist, PhD You must register in advance We will be using WebEx (not Zoom) for our meeting. In order to provide a secure environment, registration is required in advance. All registered attendees will receive an email with the WebEx link and... Read More →
Spring bird migration will be underway soon and organizations across Texas will turn their lights out at night as we welcome hundreds of millions of birds migrating through our state on their way north from their southern wintering grounds. Prairie Oaks Master Naturalist Chapter is supporting this important effort to protect migrating birds by turning... Read More →
As part of its “Be the Change” webinar series the Texas Master Naturalist program hosts David Buggs, the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer with Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. The presentation begins at 12 noon and will be presented over Webex. The conservation community has come to realize that broadening the audience of people who... Read More →
Let's try meeting in the evening at the nature center to maintain the gardens. 5 pm to 7 pm. Covid precautions apply. Both volunteers and public participants are strongly encouraged to wear masks and social distance by at least 6 feet. Bring your own tools and don't forget water and insect repellent. Contact Bill Hopkins for... Read More →
Let's meet at the nature center to maintain the gardens. 10 am to 12 noon. Covid precautions apply. Both volunteers and public participants are strongly encouraged to wear masks and social distance by at least 6 feet. Bring your own tools and don't forget water and insect repellent. Contact Bill Hopkins for more information bill@prairiepoint.net Flextime... Read More →
City Nature Challenge which starts Friday April 30. There are two parts. April 30-May 3 -Take pictures of wild plants and animals May 4-May 9 - Identify what was found More information available about participating in Texas. Unfortunately most of us don't live in one of the designated cities, except those in Hamilton County which is... Read More →
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