October 21, 2023 @ 12:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cross Timbers Native Plant Society of Texas Native Plant Week is October 15 – October 21, 2023. In order “to recognize the role of native plants in conservation and to provide incentive for schools to teach children about the importance of native plants, in 2009 the Texas Legislature designated the third week in October as Texas Native Plant Week.”
Join us Saturday, October 21 for the fall field trip to Agnes, Texas, which is about 7 miles west of Springtown, to explore the native plants that have survived the severe summer weather. Ricky Linex will lead the group to discover the gems of Parker County that have flourished despite our temperature swings. This part of the county has received little rain since the first of the year, but on October 5th, it rained 2 inches.
Use your GPS to locate the Agnes Baptist Church, 350 Agnes North, Springtown, Texas. The entrance to the site we will visit is through an open gate on the south side of the church. Go through the parking lot onto the dirt road and follow the road into the property behind the church. There is an area to park inside. Wear sturdy walking shoes. There are some elevation changes, so you might want a walking stick. Bring water. Those who wish to do so can meet for lunch at one of Springtown’s restaurants. We hope to see you there! For more information, contact Terri Walker by phone or text at 817 876 4292 or email terrilee.walker@gmail.com
