Join the Xerces Society as they explore the world of moths with guest speaker, entomologist, and moth expert, Dr. David Wagner. Although not as well known as butterflies, moths outnumber butterflies and play a critical role in our world. Learn about their natural history, threats, and what you can do to help these incredible animals.... Read More →
Volunteers needed to help out with River Bend Nature Center's "No So Scary Halloween". Volunteer activities: help with crafts, games, flashlight fun trail, candy runners, etc. "There will be a costume contest with prizes starting at 7:30 p.m., a “giant candy” walk, cool games, fun crafts, tasty candy, and a Flashlight Fun Trail through the... Read More →
Participate in a bioblitz at Lake Arrowhead State Park. Help us document all the different plants and animals that call the Park home using the iNaturalist app. Meet at the Admin Building beside the fishing pier. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy at the Pavillion by the Dragonfly Trial. Between 1:00 - 2:00 pm, we... Read More →
Region 9 ESC: Seminars for grades 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grad3s. Our topic is turkeys. Lisa Taylor has ordered the science kit from Texas Parks and Wildlife and will have all the materials ready for stations. The students will move from station to station learning about wild turkeys in Texas. Contact Lisa at nothingbblueskz@gmail.com. Report... Read More →
Deadline to sign up for Texas Stream Team Standard Core Water Testing Training to be held on November 16. This will count as certification training for the Texas Stream Team. Registration is required in advance by Oct 23. If you are interested, please contact Lynn at rlynnseman@gmail.com to sign up.
Region 9 ESC: Seminars for grades 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades. Our topic is turkeys. Lisa Taylor has ordered the science kit from Texas Parks and Wildlife and will have all the materials ready for stations. The students will move from station to station, learning about wild turkeys in Texas. Contact Lisa at nothingbblueskz@gmail.com. Report... Read More →
Do you have an area of your yard that stays dry or gets neglected? A wildflower patch is the perfect solution! Have beautiful wildflowers blooming year-round with little to no care. Create a low maintenance feature in your home landscape that supports local pollinators and looks beautiful by planting wildflowers! Learn about the benefits of... Read More →
City View Jr/Sr High - Environmental Studies classes will be learning water testing so they can continue to monitor their pond. The classes are held at the following times: Period 2 meets 8:50-9:36 am - 18 students; Period 6 meets 1:20-2:06 pm - 9 students. Helpers might be needed to assist students. This will last... Read More →
An hour’s drive to our north, the Wichita Mountains present a topographically exciting departure from the gently rolling topography of our region. Sometimes referred to as “fossil mountains,” the Wichitas are ancient landforms that are re-emerging after 250 million years of burial beneath the red sediments of southern Oklahoma. But the rocks within the mountains... Read More →
The Whip-poor-will is a member of the nightjar family, birds known for their haunting songs and nocturnal habits. Like the Whip-poor-will, other nightjars like Chuck-will's-widow and the Common Nighthawk are also declining due to habitat loss and pesticide use, among other human-caused threats. Register Here. Report as AT: Approved Webinar
