** Initial Training for New Trainees ** Topic: Â Nature of Naming, Ichthyology Assignment: Â Chapter 10, pp. 351-363, and Chapter 14, pp. 455-469, Texas Master Naturalist State Curriculum Presenter: Â Dr. Mathew McClure
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Birds That Boogie On behalf of the UT Plant Biology Program, an invitation has been extended to the Texas Master Naturalist community to the 2017 Jean Andrews Lecture at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center on Sunday, April 2.  The Wildflower Center is located at 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX 78739 (512.232.0100). The event will start... Read More →
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Cancelled due to Severe Weather Prediction The Big Thicket The Big Thicket Association is sponsoring hikes throughout the year to explore different trails in Big Thicket National Preserve. On Sunday, April 2, they will lead a walk on the Woodlands Trail. The trail winds through a beautiful hardwood forest with an open understory and consists of 3 loops, ranging... Read More →
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Golden Triangle Sierra Club Program for April:Â Steven P. Lewis, PhD and member of the Golden Triangle Sierra Club, will share his presentation of "Recycling and Endangered Species - Reasons for Saving Old Buildings." General Information Join Sierra Club for opportunities in advanced training that will count towards Texas Master Naturalist! Meetings are held on... Read More → |
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Water Moccasin ** Initial Training for New Trainees ** Subject:  Urban Ecology and Herpetology Assignment:  Unit 21, pp. 663-701, and Unit 15, pp. 471-515, Texas Master Naturalist State Curriculum Presenter:  Chester Moore, Orange Leader and Port Arthur News
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A Chapter Business Meeting will follow the training described below: ** Initial Training for New Trainees ** Subject:  Mammology (Bears) and Change Management Assignment:  Unit 16, pp. 517-543, Texas Master Naturalist State Curriculum Presenter:  Ranger Mary Kay Manning, National Parks Service The future of the Black Bear, a native of the Big Thicket area, depends on protection... Read More →
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Black bear, taken by Mike Bender, USFW ** Initial Training for New Trainees ** Subject:  Mammology (Bears) and Change Management Assignment:  Unit 16, pp. 517-543, Texas Master Naturalist State Curriculum Presenter:  Ranger Mary Kay Manning, National Parks Service The future of the Black Bear, a native of the Big Thicket area, depends on protection of vital habitat... Read More → |
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Osprey The monthly field trip of the Golden Triangle Audubon Society will be held at Sabine Woods on Saturday, April 22, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Â The trip will look for Neotropical migrants at the height of spring migration. Bring snacks, lunch, lots of bug repellent, sunglasses, and binoculars. Â Highly-skilled birders from the group will assist... Read More →
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Butterfly Release Each year in April, Shangri La celebrates Earth Day during its Eco-Fest celebration.  The day is full of family fun that highlights sustainability and natural history.  Local and regional organizations and businesses host booths that provide information about earth-friendly products, services, and opportunities.  Games, activities, and engaging presentations provide entertainment for the whole family.... Read More →
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Enjoy the beach! (Photo from Sea Rim Park Facebook page) Join other members of Sabine-Neches Texas Master Naturalist in sponsoring the Sea Rim State Park Spring Adopt-A-Beach event. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. (but members are asked to arrive about 8:00 a.m.).  The event officially lasts from 9 a.m. - noon.  The entrance fee for participants... Read More →
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Hiking Sabine Woods LET'S GO HIKING! LET'S GO EXPLORE, ENJOY, AND PROTECT! The 2017 Trail Between The Lakes spring trip will be April 28-30, Fri-Sun, in the Sabine National Forest. You can hike the entire 28 miles over 3 days, or parts over 2 days, or just 1, if you prefer. You do not need... Read More → |
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The South East Texas Regional Planning Commission is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste and Scrap Tire Collection Event, Saturday, April 29, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Vidor High School parking lot located at 500 Orange St. in Vidor. During this free event, the SETRPC is collecting items that could cause damage... Read More →
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Geologic Map of Texas ** Initial Training for New Trainees ** Subject:  Geology Assignment:  Unit 7, pp. 235-283, Texas Master Naturalist State Curriculum Presenter:  Dr. Jim Westgate Credit:  6 hours The group will meet at the Earth and Space Sciences Building on the Lamar University Campus.  From there the group will travel by van to... Read More →
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School Group Visit About 90 fourth graders will visit Village Creek State Park on Tuesday, May 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Â Big Thicket National Preserve and Village Creek State Park rangers will be teaming up to pull off this event. Three stations have been planned so far (Skins and Skulls, Food Webs, and... Read More →
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Land Stewardship ** Initial Training for New Trainees ** Subject:  Change Management, Land Stewardship, and Ethics Training Assignment:  Unit 1, pp. 15-35; Unit 22, pp. 703-709, Texas Master Naturalist State Curriculum Presenter:  Mary Jane Meuth, Texas Master Naturalist Assistant State Program Coordinator
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Water Moccasin Beat the heat and warm up to some cool critters at this indoor program on snakes. Â Learn about different types of snakes, how to identify them, what they eat, where they live, and the importance they play in keeping our ecosystems healthy. Find additional information on all of the Big Thicket National Preserve's... Read More →
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