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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Weatherford\, Saturday\, 5/3/2025 at 9 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Annual Native Plant Sale\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit the 2025 Texas Native Plant Sale hosted by the Cross Timbers Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. \n\n\n\nWe will have over 60 species of plants available. Expert members will be on hand to answer questions and provide plant recommendations for your site. \n\n\n\nVolunteer hours count towards Texas Master Naturalist and Texas Master Gardeners. Volunteers can also earn discounts towards plant purchases. \n\n\n\nLocation: Heritage Park – First Monday Trade Days\, 317 Santa Fe Drive Weatherford\, TX 76086
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-plant-sale-cross-timbers-chapter-weatherford-saturday-5-3-2025-at-9-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Plant Sale,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T083000
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SUMMARY:Plant Identification at Enchanted Rock SNA for City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Location: Enchanted Rock State Natural Area\, 16710 RR 965\, Fredericksburg\, TX \n\n\n\nThis event will concentrate on identifying the plants that are found in the granite soils of Enchanted Rock SNA to increase the biodiversity reported for the San Antonio Metro Area of the CNC. Animals will also be recorded. Teams will be formed to walk the different trails. Experienced iNat observers will be valuable but less knowledgeable participants can help find plants. Later start times can be coordinated. The meeting site for 8:30 AM arrival will be the parking lot at the check in center \n\n\n\nThere will be the option to bring a lunch and make observations in the afternoon. Appropriate foot wear\, sun protection and adequate water is necessary. \n\n\n\nContact Jerry Morrisey at 210-382-2614 for details and to coordinate later arrival times. \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND RSVP
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/plant-identification-at-enchanted-rock-sna-for-city-nature-challenge/
CATEGORIES:City Nature Challenge,Community Outreach,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
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SUMMARY:Annual Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Location: The Urban Ecology Center at Phil Hardberger Park\, 8400 NW Military Hwy\, San Antonio\, TX 78231 \n\n\n\nOur walks’s purpose is to identify and appreciate our area wildflowers in the context of also appreciating the beauty of our natural areas and learning about where and when our wildflowers grow and their relationship to insects. \n\n\n\nJerry Morrisey; a long-time plant identifier\, propagator\, and lover as well as a Texas Master Naturalist; from the Native Plant Society of Texas’s San Antonio chapter will lead us along the trails of PHP and through the Demonstration Garden identifying and discussing the plethora of wildflowers enjoying our Texas spring. Jerry will specifically discuss where native wildflowers will be present in the local ecology and their interactions with pollinators and other insects. Come learn with our accomplished local expert. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive by 7:50 am to sign up so we can begin promptly at 8:00 am. We will walk along several of the trails close to the UEC where Jerry will have scouted out the most wildflowers. There will be brief explanations at the start and along the way with ample time for participant questions. \n\n\n\nMinors only when accompanied by an adult parent/guardian. Dogs allowed if leashed and socialized. DIFFICULTY: Easy\, definitely suitable for families. Flat terrain\, slow-paced. This will only be about a mile walk and last about two hours ending back at the Urban Ecology Center around 10:00 am. \n\n\n\nThe trail is a natural surface so be sure to wear sturdy shoes and\, dependent on the weather\, bring water\, sun protection\, and dress appropriate for the day and season. Suggested $3 individual or $5 family donation to the PHP Conservancy to support enhancements to the park. \n\n\n\nThis event’s general sponsors are the Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy\, the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department’s Natural Area Office\, the Alamo Area Master Naturalists\, and the Alamo Group of the Sierra Club. The SA Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas is a special sponsor. \n\n\n\nContact Stan Drezek (stanwendre@gmail.com) for additional information \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND REGISTER \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/annual-wildflower-walk/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Trinity Forks Chapter 2025 Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Time: 10:00am-12:00noon or sellout \n\n\n\nLocation: Flower Mound High School\, 3411 Peters Colony (for your GPS) – In the back parking lot at Sagebrush Drive and Old Settlers Road\, at the Keep Flower Mound Beautiful Spring Trash-off and Environmental Fair – see Map \n\n\n\nWe’ll have:Over 2000 native plantsKnowledgeable volunteersLow prices \n\n\n\nBring your own flats or boxes and cash\, check or credit card! We’ll see you there!
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/trinity-forks-chapter-spring-plant-sale/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Plant Sale
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T133000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250108T171836Z
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SUMMARY:Natives in the Suburbs and How to Love Them
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Trophy Club Community Center\, 100 Municipal Drive\, Trophy Club \n\n\n\nAs we all struggle to maintain our landscapes in our weird weather\, more and more of us have discovered the joy of Texas native plants. They will stand up to our climate and soils and even improve the soil! Denton County Master Gardener and Native Plant Society of Texas educator Liz Moyer will help you get started bringing more natives into your yard.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/natives-in-the-suburbs-and-how-to-love-them-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20240808T012813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T184650Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Soils as an Ecosystem and Short Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Discover soil’s vital role in ecosystems with Jane Duke\, NICE co-coordinator for Trinity Forks NPSOT and certified Soil Food Web Analyst. The interaction of organisms in the soil is responsible for many ecosystem services such as nutrient cycling\, water regulation\, and carbon sequestration. Learn how soil food web analysis can aid in preparing soils for new plantings\, regenerating native spaces\, and improving soil amendments to ensure soil fertility and healthy habitats. \n\n\n\n6:30pm – Social time7:00pm – Zoom opens and meeting begins \n\n\n\nOpen to the public. \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join our meeting in person at TWU’s  Ann Stuart Science Complex.  Campus parking is open after 6:00pm. \n\n\n\nIf you can’t join us in person\, we invite you to our Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nZOOM PARTICIPANTS ONLY: Please Register in advance for this meeting: \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O3MOpFeKTYmq7lwngfH2HA \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/educational-program-and-short-business-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Meeting,Chapter Meeting,Community Outreach,Virtual
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SUMMARY:HEB Native Plant Outreach
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: H-E-B\, 17238 Bulverde Rd\, San Antonio\, TX 78247 \n\n\n\nGood afternoon\, tabling volunteers!  As you know\, NPSOT has partnered with HEB\, which has promoted several native varieties in the spring and fall in their garden section of their stores. The plants will be tagged with the NPSOT logo and QR code to our database for information on the specific plant.  Multiple chapters will be offering tabling at HEB stores.  The San Antonio Chapter will be tabling at the Bulverde Road/Loop 1604 store.  We are asked to staff two hour shifts on March22 and 23 at this store. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in working one of these shifts\, you will be engaging with HEB customers in the garden section and answering questions about the offered native plants. This is a great opportunity to educate a broad range of home gardeners as to the advantages of native plants.  Volunteers will be asked to view a one hour training provided by the State NPSOT before these dates. \n\n\n\nYou can view the shifts and sign up here:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45AAAB2BA3FAC43-55555301-2025 \n\n\n\nHaeley Giambalvo is the lead on this event\, and will be emailing volunteers directly with more specifics in 10 days or so. \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-volunteer-opportunity-heb-native-plant-outreach-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250306T215221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T215516Z
UID:10005050-1742641200-1742655600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:HEB Native Plant Outreach
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: H-E-B\, 17238 Bulverde Rd\, San Antonio\, TX 78247 \n\n\n\nGood afternoon\, tabling volunteers!  As you know\, NPSOT has partnered with HEB\, which has promoted several native varieties in the spring and fall in their garden section of their stores. The plants will be tagged with the NPSOT logo and QR code to our database for information on the specific plant.  Multiple chapters will be offering tabling at HEB stores.  The San Antonio Chapter will be tabling at the Bulverde Road/Loop 1604 store.  We are asked to staff two hour shifts on March22 and 23 at this store. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in working one of these shifts\, you will be engaging with HEB customers in the garden section and answering questions about the offered native plants. This is a great opportunity to educate a broad range of home gardeners as to the advantages of native plants.  Volunteers will be asked to view a one hour training provided by the State NPSOT before these dates. \n\n\n\nYou can view the shifts and sign up here:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45AAAB2BA3FAC43-55555301-2025 \n\n\n\nHaeley Giambalvo is the lead on this event\, and will be emailing volunteers directly with more specifics in 10 days or so. \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-volunteer-opportunity-heb-native-plant-outreach/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250102T024742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T220536Z
UID:10004514-1742641200-1742644800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Monarch Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Liz Moyer\, Denton County Master Gardener and Native Plant Society of Texas educator\, will help you plan and create a Monarch butterfly oasis in your landscape. Enjoy the beauty and awe of the spring migration\, egg-laying\, caterpillar development\, chrysalis development and eventual flying of the new generation right in your yard. Then marvel in their return south in the fall to the wonderful buffet you will have blooming for them! \n\n\n\nFree\, but registration is required. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-monarch-habitat-tickets-1273991947209?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/creating-a-monarch-habitat/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T103000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250129T220815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T221711Z
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SUMMARY:Trees of Phil Hardberger Park
DESCRIPTION:Location: The Urban Ecology Center at Phil Hardberger Park\, 8400 NW Military Hwy\, San Antonio\, TX 78231 \n\n\n\nSPECIAL NOTE: Our presenter has so much to share we are “allowing” 2.5 hours for the full walk\, but participants are free to leave earlier. \n\n\n\nThe event’s purpose is to learn about the many special understory and canopy trees in our area. This walk will be led by Michael Nentwich of Bexar Branches Alliance. Michael has more than 15 years of experience in community forestry management and program development. He was San Antonio’s first City Forester and later served as City Forester and Bureau Manager of Parks and Urban Forestry with the City of Norfolk. \n\n\n\nHe earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science and a Master’s Degree in Forestry from Stephen F. Austin University. He has extensive knowledge and a deep and abiding interest in trees as well as being a great communicator. You will be introduced to the common tree species found in the park\, and probably will get to see and learn about Eve’s Necklace\, Texas Kidneywood\, and Little-leaf Mulbery among many other fascinating species. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive about 7:45 am SHARP so we can register everyone and be ready for an 8:00 am start. You will walk an about 1.5 mile route starting and ending at the Urban Ecology Center. There will be brief explanations at the start and along the way with ample time for participant questions. \n\n\n\nMinors only when accompanied by an adult parent/guardian. Dogs allowed if leashed and socialized. DIFFICULTY: Easy\, definitely suitable for families. Flat terrain\, slow-paced. \n\n\n\nThe trail is a natural surface so be sure to wear sturdy shoes and\, dependent on the weather\, bring water\, sun protection\, and dress appropriately for the day and season. Suggested $3 individual or $5 family donations to the PHP Conservancy to support enhancements to the park. \n\n\n\nThis event’s general sponsors are the Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy\, the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department’s Natural Areas Office\, the Alamo Area Master Naturalists\, and the Alamo Group of the Sierra Club. The SA Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas is a special sponsor. \n\n\n\nContact Stan Drezek (stanwendre@gmail.com) for additional information.or questions. \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND REGISTER \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/trees-of-phil-hardberger-park/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250108T170658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T152821Z
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SUMMARY:Start Spring with a Fresh Bed and Texas Native Plants!
DESCRIPTION: Online only.  Sponsored by the Upper Trinity River Regional Water District \n\n\n\nSpring is upon us\, and it’s time to be sure your beds are ready for a little pic-me-up! Liz Moyer\, Denton County Master Gardener and Native Plant Society of Texas educator\, will provide you tips for getting those beds ready as well as information on low-water\, low-cost\,  low-maintenance Texas native plants for you to put in them. You’ll be glad you did! \n\n\n\nThe link to register is https://bit.ly/WaterTalkMarch2025
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/start-spring-with-a-fresh-bed-and-texas-native-plants/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20240731T212734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T050306Z
UID:10003388-1740681000-1740688200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Ned Fritz: Founder of Nature Preservation in Texas\, and Short Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Amy Martin\, an experienced journalist and nature author\, will present her latest work about Ned Fritz\, a prominent Texas environmentalist. Her presentation will highlight Fritz’s significant contributions to nature preservation\, including his efforts to save the Trinity River and the Great Trinity Forest. Through captivating storytelling and excerpts from Fritz’s nature poetry\, Amy will inspire attendees to appreciate and protect the natural world. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n6:30pm – Social time7:00pm – Zoom opens and meeting begins \n\n\n\nOpen to the public. \n\n\n\nWe will be meeting at ServeDenton\, 306 N Loop 288\, Denton\, as well as via Zoom.  We hope you can join our meeting in person. If you can’t join us in person\, we invite you to our Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nZOOM PARTICIPANTS ONLY: Please Register in advance for this meeting: \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O3MOpFeKTYmq7lwngfH2HA \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/educational-program-and-short-business-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Business Meeting,Chapter Meeting,Community Outreach,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250102T024058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T210420Z
UID:10004513-1740160800-1740169800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Natives in the Suburbs and How to Love Them
DESCRIPTION:As we all struggle to maintain our landscapes in our weird weather\, more and more of us have discovered the joy of Texas native plants. They will stand up to our climate and soils and even improve the soil! Denton County Master Gardener and Native Plant Society of Texas educator Liz Moyer will help you get started bringing more natives into your yard. \n\n\n\nLocation: 1610 E Crosby Rd 
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/natives-in-the-suburbs-and-how-to-love-them-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250204T031817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T031818Z
UID:10004685-1739012400-1739012400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: How To: Grow Native Milkweed
DESCRIPTION:Free workshop by Greg Pearson. Learn how to grow native milkweed for our migrating Monarchs and receive free milkweed seeds. \n\n\n\nLocationJimbo’s Nursery15019 8th StreetSanta Fe\, TX 77517
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-how-to-grow-native-milkweed-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250204T023630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T031927Z
UID:10004684-1738753200-1738753200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: Monarch Butterflies & Milkweed Etiquette
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about Monarch butterflies and how to choose the correct milkweed for your garden this spring. Free native milkweed seeds will be available! \n\n\n\nLocationEvelyn Meador Branch Library2400 North Meyer AvenueSeabrook\, TX 77586
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-monarch-butterflies-milkweed-etiquette/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241223T161632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T161835Z
UID:10004392-1737810000-1737820800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Rooted In Seed & Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Come visit our information table at the Rooted In Seed & Plant Swap! We are also providing a speaker at 1:45 for this event which will feature four speakers on various aspects of gardening. Rooted In is one of our NICE nurseries\, so please stop in for a visit to brighten your January weekend! More details at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1541066976569520
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/rooted-in-seed-plant-swap/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T143000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20250102T012118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T020904Z
UID:10004511-1737190800-1737210600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Just Dig It! Native Landscaping Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Keynote Speaker: Neil Diboll  \n\n\n\nPrairie Garden Design Principles\, presented by Neil Diboll (via Zoom): Neil will share his expertise in plant selection\, garden layout\, and integrating native prairie species into the home landscape. Presenter Bio: Neil Diboll is the owner and consulting ecologist for Prairie Nursery\, Inc.\, and\, with Hilary Cox\, the author of The Gardener’s Guide to Prairie Plants. With over 40 years of expertise with native prairies ecology\, Neil’s work emphasizes “aesthetics\, sustainability\, and ecological compatibility with the land. \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers:  \n\n\n\nPocket Prairies of the Blackland Prairie Chapter: Susan Abernethy and her fellow Blackland Prairie Texas Master Naturalists will share photos and discuss their process creating pocket prairies and pollinator spaces at home. \n\n\n\nGardening with native Texas plants: The why and how of gardening with native plants.  \n\n\n\nPocket Prairies: Missy Singleton will explore the wonder of pocket prairies\, highlighting their positive biological impacts. \n\n\n\nLocation:  Lewisville Thrive\, 1950 S Valley Pkwy\, Lewisville\, TX 75067 \n\n\n\nTo learn more and register for this event\, visit the Friends of LLELA website.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/just-dig-it-native-landscaping-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Conferences and Symposiums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241028T204347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T205222Z
UID:10004154-1731754800-1731754800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: NICE! Milkweed & Monarch Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:From Wild Birds Unlimited: “Come in for an in-depth presentation on Monarch butterflies from our guests Greg and Linda! They have been involved with Monarch butterflies for over 10 years and have come to teach us all about them. Greg and Linda became very interested in Monarchs after visiting their wintering grounds in Mexico and began spreading awareness on how we can help their numbers grow ever since. Native milkweed plants will be available during the event as supplies last.” \n\n\n\nCall 281-416-4420 to reserve your seat! \n\n\n\nLocationWild Birds Unlimited2800 E. Broadway Street Ste. LPearland\, TX 77581
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-nice-milkweed-monarch-butterflies-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Workshops and Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241028T203034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T203437Z
UID:10004153-1731232800-1731254400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: Golden Jubilee Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:From ABNC: “Step back in time at Armand Bayou Nature Center’s annual Fall Festival and celebrate 50 years of reconnecting with nature! Enjoy live music\, food\, games\, wagon rides and more!” \n\n\n\nStop by the Clear Lake Chapter booth on Saturday to chat with Susan\, Tracy\, Greg\, and Linda. On Sunday\, visit with Angela\, Peggy\, Kim\, and Robert. Learn about native plants and why they are important. Seed and/or native plant giveaways when available and while supplies last. \n\n\n\nLocationArmand Bayou Nature Center8500 Bay Area Blvd.Pasadena\, TX 77507
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-golden-jubilee-fall-festival/2024-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241028T203034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T203437Z
UID:10004152-1731146400-1731168000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: Golden Jubilee Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:From ABNC: “Step back in time at Armand Bayou Nature Center’s annual Fall Festival and celebrate 50 years of reconnecting with nature! Enjoy live music\, food\, games\, wagon rides and more!” \n\n\n\nStop by the Clear Lake Chapter booth on Saturday to chat with Susan\, Tracy\, Greg\, and Linda. On Sunday\, visit with Angela\, Peggy\, Kim\, and Robert. Learn about native plants and why they are important. Seed and/or native plant giveaways when available and while supplies last. \n\n\n\nLocationArmand Bayou Nature Center8500 Bay Area Blvd.Pasadena\, TX 77507
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-golden-jubilee-fall-festival/2024-11-09/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241028T201729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T201851Z
UID:10004150-1730538000-1730552400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: Eco Fest
DESCRIPTION:From Eco Fest: “This family-friendly event will feature classes & exhibits on sustainability with a focus on how easy it is to be more eco-friendly right here at home. There will also be vendors\, crafts\, giveaways\, a yard sale\, and FREE trees and prizes for participating in GREEN bingo! While supplies last. Join us for an inspirational and educational afternoon!” \n\n\n\nStop by the Clear Lake Chapter booth to chat with Cheryl\, Patty\, Nancy\, and Peggy. Learn about native plants and why they are important. Seed and/or native plant giveaways when available and while supplies last. \n\n\n\nLocationLeague City Community Center400 S. Kansas Ave.League City\, TX 77573
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-eco-fest-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241025T234350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T234551Z
UID:10004146-1729967400-1729974600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: Glow the Green for Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Exploration Green Conservancy presents Glow-the-Green for HalloweenHundreds of luminarias will light up the one-mile trail of Phase 1. Exhibitors will be handing out treats along the path. Wear costumes and dress up your well-behaved pets. Wagons and strollers are welcome; however\, bikes\, scooters\, and roller blades are discouraged at this event. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see everyone scare — we mean there! \n\n\n\nFree family event! \n\n\n\nLocationExploration Green Phase 116205 Diana Ln.Houston\, TX 77062
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-glow-the-green-for-halloween/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20240925T220219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T221502Z
UID:10003870-1729940400-1729947600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Green Meadows Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Visit our information table at the Green Meadows Fall Festival!  This HOA community has embraced native landscaping to reduce costs and improve pollinator habitat. Come and visit our booth for more info on native plants for your gardens. \n\n\n\nLocation: 5500 Martin Drive\, Celina
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/green-meadows-fall-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241025T232829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T235824Z
UID:10004145-1729940400-1729940400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: NICE! Milkweed & Monarch Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-depth presentation on Monarch butterflies. Greg and Linda have been involved with Monarch butterflies for over 10 years. They became very interested in Monarchs after visiting the Monarch wintering grounds in Mexico. Native milkweed plants will be available as supplies last during the event. \n\n\n\nCall 281-984-7181 to reserve your seat as seating is limited! \n\n\n\nLocationWild Birds Unlimited5440 El Dorado Blvd.Houston\, TX 77059
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-nice-milkweed-monarch-butterflies/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Workshops and Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241025T230926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T231420Z
UID:10004144-1729933200-1729944000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: Spook-A-Clean
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Spook-A-Clean to pick up trash along the bayou and have some Halloween fun! Costumes encouraged. Chapter members Linda\, Marty\, and Nancy will be hosting a table. Stop by for a scary good time! \n\n\n\nFree family event! \n\n\n\nLocationLaw Park II6177 Scarlet DrHouston\, TX 77048
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-spook-a-clean/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20240919T002434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T210827Z
UID:10003804-1729933200-1729944000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:TREES FOR BRAZOS COUNTY
DESCRIPTION:Collaborative event Oct. 26 th \, 9am – noon\, “Trees for Brazos County” at the AgriLifeExtension Office\, 4153 County Park Court\, Bryan.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/trees-for-brazos-county/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Volunteer Opportunity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241004T214348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T214832Z
UID:10004058-1729623600-1729627200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:25 Native Plant Lessons from 25 Years of Experience
DESCRIPTION:“There are hundreds of wonderful Texas natives in Texas\, but trying to figure out which ones do the best in your particular area of Gillespie County\, can take time\,” noted Matt Kolodzie owner of Friendly Natives Nursery in Fredericksburg. “I’m going to share with you what I’ve learned in the last 25 years so you can shorten your learning curve\, be more successful faster\, and save money.”
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/25-native-plant-lessons-from-25-years-of-experience/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Outreach,Social Event
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LOCATION:https://www.npsot.org/event/25-native-plant-lessons-from-25-years-of-experience/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241010T001947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T001948Z
UID:10004064-1729335600-1729346400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:NICE! H-E-B Native Plant Sale - Clear Lake Chapter
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our table to chat with Meade and Nancy about the best native plants for your garden and pick up a free seed mix packet for planting a “pocket prairie” in your yard. Featured native plants will be available for purchase October 14–30 while supplies last. \n\n\n\nLocationH-E-B2755 East League City ParkwayLeague City\, TX 77573
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/nice-h-e-b-native-plant-sale-clear-lake-chapter-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20240502T233451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T010031Z
UID:10003101-1729332000-1729353600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Sorrelle Farms Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Sorrelle Farms in Mineola is hosting their annual Fall Festival. Stop by the Lakes and Pines Chapter information table and say “Hi” and don’t forget to check out their native plant selection!
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/sorrelle-farms-fall-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T232856
CREATED:20241016T014936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T014936Z
UID:10004129-1729332000-1729332000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach: NICE! Growing Native Milkweed
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to successfully grow native milkweed from seed with Greg Pearson at Friendswood Garden Emporium (formerly Friendswood Hardware). These are important host plants for the dwindling population of Monarch butterflies. \n\n\n\nLocationFriendswood Garden Emporium203 W Edgewood DrFriendswood\, TX 77546
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-nice-growing-native-milkweed/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Workshops and Classes
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