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Serving Hood, Johnson, and Somervell Counties

The Texas Master NaturalistTM Program

The Texas Master Naturalist Program’s mission is to develop volunteers to provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities for the State of Texas.

Started in 1997, the Texas Master Naturalist™ program includes 49 local chapters serving 213 counties. Texas Parks and Wildlife and Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service sponsor the program.

The Rio Brazos Chapter

We are a service-oriented group of nature lovers dedicated to helping others learn about our Natural Texas and how to care for it. We help restore and maintain natural areas, conduct citizen science projects supporting natural resource management, offer outdoor learning events in our communities, provide education opportunities for youth and adults, and more.

Established in 2005, the Rio Brazos Chapter currently has over 100 members. The chapter serves Hood, Johnson, and Somervell Counties.

Upcoming meetings, events, and more

The Rio Brazos Chapter invites all to our monthly meetings with special speakers, community events, and more.

Monthly Bird Walks. 1st Saturday every month, 7-10 AM at Acton Nature Center, 6900 Smoky Hill Court, Granbury, TX. For everyone, from casual bird interest to seasoned birders. Check calendar 1st Saturday Bird Walk at ANC for details.

Chapter Meeting. June 5, 2025, 6:00-8:30 pm at Cleburne State Park Dining Hall, 5800 Park Rd 21, Cleburne, TX 76033. Donna Patrick, owner and manager of Sunset Hill Tree Farm in Alvarado — Managing Tree Farms. Meeting is open to the public.

We appreciate donations

The Rio Brazos Chapter of the Texas Master NaturalistTM program is a section 501(c)(3) organization. We welcome donations to support our work providing nature education, helping care for local natural areas, and expanding our membership for outreach and support to our local communities. Click on the link below to donate online.

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