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SUMMARY:Mark your calendars for our next Chapter Meeting- Thursday June 4th- Walter and Jenny Qualls\, the Oaks and Pollinator Gardens of Pin Oak B&B
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\nPin Oak B&B in Calvert\n\n\n\nJoin us for our monthly chapter meeting at Lick Creek Park. 6 PM Meet and Greet\, 6:30 PM Presentation. Walter and Jenny Qualls will tell the story of their historic thirty-one 113 year old oak trees\, their link to Texas A&M and their pollinator gardens.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/mark-your-calendars-for-our-next-chapter-meeting-thursday-june-4th-walter-and-jenny-qualls-the-oaks-and-pollinator-gardens-of-pin-oak-bb/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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SUMMARY:Pines & Prairies Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pines-prairies-board-meeting-3/2026-06-04/
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SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our board consists of our four elected positions and all committee chairs. Meetings are open to any interested party.  They are held via Zoom. Please contact us at npsot.trinityforks@gmail.com to get the Zoom address.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-5/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260604T030150Z
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SUMMARY:World Ocean Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:The annual festival hosted by Artist Boat at East Beach brings together community members to engage in educational activities and discussions. Participants can explore the ocean’s vital role in our lives and learn how to contribute to its preservation. World Ocean Day Festival serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect the blue planet that sustains us all. \n\n\n\nGalveston Chapter NPSOT will have a table at the festival to talk about the importance of native plants to our oceans. The barrel our members partnered with local Surfriders to paint for the ‘Beautify the Bucket’ will also be out for all to see!  \n\n\n\nhttps://www.visitgalveston.com/events/annual-events/world-ocean-day-festival
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/world-ocean-day-festival-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
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SUMMARY:Lakes & Pines Demonstration Garden Work Day at Wood County Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to grab your garden tools and join us at the garden or just come out and say hello and take in the sublime natural beauty of springtime on the arboretum grounds. Feel free to bring a companion and share with others what our chapter is all about. We’ll meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 9:00 – 12:00.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lakes-pines-demonstration-garden-work-day-at-wood-county-arboretum-5/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260403T120644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T120646Z
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SUMMARY:Tour Bamberger Ranch Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Tour Bamberger Ranch Preserve near Fredericksburg \n\n\n\n$30 per person payable upon registration \n\n\n\nCash or check \n\n\n\nRegistration for members only until April 27 \, open to non-members after April 27 if trip is not full.  \n\n\n\nContact Jackie Bollinger at jbretbol@gmail.com \n\n\n\nAll fees go to Bamberger Ranch Preserve  \n\n\n\nSee bambergerranch.org.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/tour-bamberger-ranch-preserve/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260416T014128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T014130Z
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SUMMARY:Seedlings Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Seedlings is a hands-on group focused on collecting\, cleaning\, and sharing native plant seeds with the community through seed libraries and other activities. Whether you’re experienced or just want to learn\, all are welcome! \n\n\n\nSeedlings meets twice a month:\n\n\n\nBefore the chapter meeting (Second Monday)5–6 p.m.UHCL Bayou Building\, room varies—please check the monthly chapter meeting announcement for room details. \n\n\n\nFourth Friday of the month1–3 p.m.Open classroom\, North Office Annex 2\, UHCL (near Entrance 3\, Middlebrook Drive)
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/seedlings-group-meeting/2026-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260604T023527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T025726Z
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Road Trip: A Habitat Grant Update – Hybrid Clear Lake Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:6:00 Doors Open – UHCL Bayou Building\, Forest Room (B1430)6:40 Zoom Opens6:45 Business Meeting6:55 Plant of the Month7:30 Guest Speakers \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of delicious pizza\, exciting door prizes\, and the chance to connect with others while learning something new! Bring your own beverage. \n\n\n\nFor our June chapter meeting\, we’ll take a closer look at pollinator habitats supported by the Clear Lake Chapter’s Native Pollinator Habitat Grant Program. Two project leaders will share updates from their sites\, highlighting their successes\, challenges\, and lessons learned along the way. From establishing native plants to maintaining these habitats\, presenters will offer practical tips and inspiration for anyone interested in supporting pollinators in their own community. \n\n\n\nAbout the Sites\n\n\n\nSouth Shore Village Community Pool is a volunteer committee-led habitat at the South Shore Village recreation area\, featuring Texas native plants that support butterflies\, bees\, and birds while enhancing a shared neighborhood space. It also serves as an educational resource\, with plant markers and year-round blooms to engage residents\, visitors\, and nearby students in learning about pollinators. \n\n\n\nButterfly Landing is a community-created pollinator habitat in Stevenson Park\, showcasing native plants that support wildlife while offering visitors a fun and educational stop along the Fairy Trail. It’s a great place to spot butterflies\, enjoy a shady rest\, and begin your search for the park’s hidden fairy houses. \n\n\n\nIn-person – Parking Pass Required\n\n\n\nDO NOT park in employee parking (enforced 24/7). \n\n\n\nClear Lake Chapter Members: If you have a pass\, don’t forget it – you will not get another one if you picked one up previously. If you need a pass\, arrive early enough to pick one up in the meeting room and place it in your car. \n\n\n\nVisitors: Non-members may purchase a visitor parking permit at the kiosk in front of the Recreation Center or via T2 Mobile Pay. \n\n\n\nMap and Directions – The meeting will be held in the Forest Room (B1430) of the Bayou Building\, University of Houston-Clear Lake. \n\n\n\nUniversity of Houston-Clear Lake2700 Bay Area Blvd.Houston\, TX 77058 \n\n\n\nOnline – Zoom\n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE EVENT. Meetings are open to members and non-members. If you would like to become a member\, you may join online. For more information about the Native Plant Society of Texas and the benefits of membership please visit: npsot.org. \n\n\n\nHosted by the Environmental Institute of Houston\, University of Houston-Clear Lake.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pollinator-road-trip-a-habitat-grant-update-hybrid-clear-lake-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20240108T175104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T175105Z
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SUMMARY:Pines and Prairies NLCP Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dear NLCP Committee Members\,  \n\n\n\nThis Monday begins our first meeting of 2024. We will meet at 7:00pm on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month on this Zoom link: \n\n\n\n https://npsot-org.zoom.us/j/87628189964?pwd=NUdBV3ZTSzFVMjJjTnpycjlQTGRJQT09.  \n\n\n\nWe’re a small committee\, and we don’t get to see each other in person very often\, so please plan to join with your camera on.  \n\n\n\nSee you Monday! \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nJay Gowen\, NLCP Chair\, Pines and Prairies Chapter\, 832-513-5785 (cell)
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pines-and-prairies-nlcp-committee-meeting/2026-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260402T231920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T232209Z
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SUMMARY:NPSOT-Houston Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Houston chapter is always looking for dedicated volunteers who are passionate about the native plant mission in their city. Join our team to participate in important habitat\, outreach\, and planning efforts the support our mission. Anyone is welcome to attend our board meetings on zoom. We would love to have you join one of our committees and start the fun and rewarding work that goes into our various projects. \n\n\n\nWe use Slack to organize and communicate. Please email us at nphouston1@gmail.com for the slack link.  \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 845 237 64852Passcode: monarch \n\n\n\n\n\nReturn to Houston Chapter Page
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-houston-board-meeting/2026-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="reba wiles":MAILTO:rwiles104@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260416T023114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T023116Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Workday at EIH
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to propagate native plants while helping grow plants for the chapter’s plant sales. Activities include starting plants from seeds\, cuttings\, and other methods\, as well as making labels\, mixing soil\, and prepping growing trays. \n\n\n\nHabitat volunteers may also help weed and mulch flower beds\, plant native plants\, maintain pathways\, and trim trees and bushes. \n\n\n\n\nNo experience necessary\n\n\n\nBring your own tools or use ours (we have gloves too)\n\n\n\nDon’t forget to bring a reusable water bottle\, hat\, and sunscreen!\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers must be 18 or older to participate in EIH’s workdays unless prior arrangements have been made. \n\n\n\nWe do not hold workdays when the university is officially closed. Also\, workdays are canceled during inclement weather\, though a light sprinkle or drizzle rarely keeps us out of the garden. If you’re not sure\, please call 281-283-3950 or 281-283-3045\, and we’ll let you know if we’re digging in. \n\n\n\nLocationEnvironmental Institute of Houston (Click link for Google Map)University of Houston-Clear LakeNorth Office Annex (NOA) 1 Building2700 Bay Area Blvd.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/tuesday-workday-at-eih/2026-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T161459Z
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SUMMARY:Lindheimer Chapter Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The members of the Board meet the second Tuesday of each month at the Tye Preston Memorial Library in the Founder’s Room.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lindheimer-chapter-board-meeting/2026-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20230905T041714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T042216Z
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SUMMARY:NPSOT Website Committee
DESCRIPTION:Open to any members who help manage content on their chapter or committee website.No registration required. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 897 7771 6314Passcode: &dscT=3F
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-website-committee-4/2026-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260506T191822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T191824Z
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SUMMARY:Mammen Family Public Library Demonstration Garden Workday 2nd Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Demonstration Garden Workday! This is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands dirty\, learn new gardening techniques\, and contribute to the beauty and sustainability of our community garden. The garden is located at 131 Bulverde Crossing Rd\, Bulverde\, TX 78163. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in planting\, pruning\, and maintaining a variety of plants.\n\n\n\nExpert Guidance: Our knowledgeable garden coordinators will be on hand to share tips and answer your gardening questions.\n\n\n\nCommunity Spirit: Meet fellow garden lovers\, share stories\, and enjoy the camaraderie of working together.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nComfortable clothing and gardening gloves\n\n\n\nA hat\, water\, pest repellent\, and sunscreen\n\n\n\nYour enthusiasm and love for gardening!\n\n\n\nCommon gardening tools\, such as pruners\, weeders\, and the like.  Whatever you use in your garden\, as tools will not be provided.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this workday is for everyone. Let’s come together to make our demonstration garden a thriving\, beautiful space for all to enjoy.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/mammen-family-public-library-demonstration-garden-workday-2nd-wednesday-and-4th-thursday-of-the-month-at-900-a-m/2026-06-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260427T173641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T173643Z
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SUMMARY:Sam Kieschnick\, TPWD\, Flying Bird Food – Learning about Moths! North Central Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Insects are a crucial part of the diet of most birds at some time in their lives. In this program\, learn about one of the most important groups of insects for birds. Although not quite as famed as their day-flying cousins\, moths are tremendously diverse and have some magnificent patterns.  In the DFW area\, we have documented over 1200 species of moths. Learn ways you can manage your habitat to encourage moth diversity and find out some ways that you can document and identify the various species that you might see. \n\n\n\nSam Kieschnick is an urban wildlife biologist with TPWD serving the east side of the DFW metroplex.  He previously worked as a nature educator with the City of Mansfield at Oliver Nature Park\, as a naturalist at the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge\, as a science interpreter with the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History\, as a botanist with Botanical Research Institute of Texas\, and as an instructor at Weatherford College.  He has a master’s degree from Tarleton State University studying the genetics of pocket gophers.  As an urban wildlife biologist\, Sam’s focus will be on three a’s: awareness\, appreciation\, and action.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6:30 Doors Open\, Socializing and Snacks7:00 Chapter Meeting and AnnouncementsThe presentation will follow our brief business meeting. \n\n\n\nLOCATIONFort Worth Botanic GardenRose Room3220 Botanic Garden Blvd\, Fort Worth\, Texas 76107 \n\n\n\nVIRTUAL ZOOM REGISTRATION This meeting is hybrid and will be held in person and on Zoom.  You can register in advance to receive the Zoom meeting link by clicking the GREEN BUTTON found at the top of the Calendar page on our website. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the online meeting.  \n\n\n\nFREEThis is a free event hosted by the North Central Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas.  Our meetings are open to members and non-members.  For more information about the North Central Chapter\, and the benefits of membership\, please visit our website.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/sam-kieschnick-tpwd-flying-bird-food-learning-about-moths-north-central-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Hybrid chapter meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260520T190112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T190114Z
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SUMMARY:Party in the Prickly Pear – Williamson County Chapter Meeting\, June 11
DESCRIPTION:Join NPSOT-Williamson County on Thursday\, June 11\, 2026\, when our featured topic will be “Party in the Prickly Pear” with Becky Roe. Free and open to the public. The meeting begins at 7:00 PM.  The guest presentation begins after a short business meeting. \n\n\n\nAbout our topic: Prickly pear occurs throughout the state of Texas; it’s even our state plant. Have you ever really thought about this cactus? We will take a look at this family of native plants. First\, a little about cacti in general and what makes prickly pear different. What is its place in nature? How have humans used it in the past and today? This will be a fun look at a plant we see everyday. \n\n\n\nAbout our speaker: Becky Roe is a lifelong nature lover; she found her niche when she became a Master Naturalist in 2022 with the Good Water chapter. As a Master Naturalist\, her interest in plants has intensified\, especially native plants\, which led to her joining the Native Plant Society in 2023. She is a member of the Tonkawa Chapter and is an associate member of the Williamson County Chapter. Becky also volunteers at Mother Neff State Park as often as possible\, helping with school field trip days and leading guided plant hikes. She enjoys sharing with others how plants interact with all the other parts of nature\, and with how people have historically used those plants. \n\n\n\n==> This month’s in-person location is the Georgetown Public Library\, 2nd floor\, 402 West 8th St\, Georgetown\, TX 78626. Come early (6:30 PM) for expert advice\, to check out the seed swap board\, or just to visit. \n\n\n\n==> To attend via Zoom\, register at https://npsot-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/pvggnm-ASyKwDxXu7aVpAA#/registration \n\n\n\nThe original meeting announcement is here on the Williamson County Chapter’s blog page. \n\n\n\nAt every meeting\, we give away a book — about native plants or the meeting topic — to one randomly chosen in-person attendee!
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/party-in-the-prickly-pear-williamson-county-chapter-meeting-june-11/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260528T140059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T143943Z
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SUMMARY:Mammen Family Public Library Demonstration Garden Workday 4th Thursday at 9:00 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Demonstration Garden Workday! This is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands dirty\, learn new gardening techniques\, and contribute to the beauty and sustainability of our community garden. The garden is located at 131 Bulverde Crossing Rd\, Bulverde\, TX 78163. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in planting\, pruning\, and maintaining a variety of plants.\n\n\n\nExpert Guidance: Our knowledgeable garden coordinators will be on hand to share tips and answer your gardening questions.\n\n\n\nCommunity Spirit: Meet fellow garden lovers\, share stories\, and enjoy the camaraderie of working together.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nComfortable clothing and gardening gloves\n\n\n\nA hat\, water\, pest repellent\, and sunscreen\n\n\n\nYour enthusiasm and love for gardening!\n\n\n\nCommon gardening tools\, such as pruners\, weeders\, and the like.  Whatever you use in your garden\, as tools will not be provided.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this workday is for everyone. Let’s come together to make our demonstration garden a thriving\, beautiful space for all to enjoy.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/mammen-family-public-library-demonstration-garden-workday-4th-thursday-at-900-a-m/2026-06-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260416T234238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T210115Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Tour - Brandon Hall's Riverby Ranch\, Cumby\, TX (Members Only - RSVP Required)
DESCRIPTION:Brandon Hall has invited NPSOT members to his Cumby property on June 12 (RSVP required). He says\, “My property is 10 acres of long-neglected native prairie and post oak woodland. The 4 acres of prairie is dominated by cool-season forbs\, grasses and sedges\, plum thickets\, and native warm season prairie species such as Florida paspalum\, long-spike tridens\, and plains love grass. “The post oak woodland contains examples of mima mounds and is dominated by mature post oaks with elm and eastern red cedar encroachment. Fire\, clearing\, plantings\, and invasive species control has just begun throughout the property to augment the already abundant native habitat.”
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/garden-tour-brandon-hall-rsvp-required/
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260506T233815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T220939Z
UID:10007488-1781337600-1781337600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:🥾Field Trip - Lake Creek Preserve & Chapter Demo Garden 
DESCRIPTION:Lake Creek Preserve is situated within a grand Riparian Corridor that encompasses multiple Ecoregions converging. Big Thicket Flatwoods + Bottomland Hardwood Forests + Blackland Prairies = An ecologically rare & important area of exceptionally high biodiversity and aesthetic beauty
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/%f0%9f%a5%befield-trip-lake-creek-preserve-chapter-demo-garden/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260519T160507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T193351Z
UID:10007564-1781337600-1781344800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Member Garden Tour 2
DESCRIPTION:Diane Williams will show her gardens at 1548 Vintage Way – in Vintage Oaks \n\n\n\nVisit garden spaces that were once thick Bermuda grass and now are pollinator magnets full of native plants. Diane will share her vision and method of removing her lawn and installing species that thrive in Edwards Plateau’s caliche and rocky spaces\, and she will show how she uses rocks to her advantage. You will learn how she disturbed her (back acreage) seed bank and found native grasses\, wildflowers\, native bushes\, and even trees.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/member-garden-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260601T215006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T215010Z
UID:10007579-1781337600-1781344800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Palo Pinto Mountains Sate Park Native Plant Bed Workday\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Strawn\, TX\, Saturday\, 06/13/2026 at 8 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Spruce Up Days\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery 2nd Saturday we are planning to meet at the PPMSP Headquarters to spruce up the plant beds. \n\n\n\nBring buckets\, shovels\, hand trowels\, rakes\, gloves\, and sun protection. Please clean them (Master Gardeners wipe them down with bleach) before heading to the park to keep the spread of disease down. \n\n\n\nNext Date: Saturday\, May 9th \n\n\n\nTime: 10am – 12 pm \n\n\n\nAddress: 100 Park Road #77\, Strawn\, TX 76475 \n\n\n\nContact Cheyna Kaspar with questions: cnpsot.vp@gmail.comOr Laura Sharp lmckee20@icloud.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/palo-pinto-mountains-sate-park-native-plant-bed-workday-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-strawn-tx-saturday-06-13-2026-at-8-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20251223T220303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T220304Z
UID:10005371-1781341200-1781352000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Boerne: Second Saturday Workday at Cibolo Nature Center Demonstration Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Generally every second Saturday of the month from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm is our monthly workday in the demonstration gardens at the Cibolo Nature Center. Typical activities include planting\, weeding\, nurturing\, mulching\, caging\, etc. \n\n\n\nBring your favorite garden tools\, gloves\, sun and insect protection\, and water to drink. \n\n\n\nLearn planting techniques from an experienced native gardeners. Learn to identify native plants\, the environmental niches they normally occupy\, their use by wildlife\, and their placement in landscapes to provide a pleasing vista. Help maintain our two demonstration gardens so we can continue to educate and promote native plants to our Hill Country friends! \n\n\n\nAlso\, note that this “Second Saturday Workday” is approved as a Master Naturalist Volunteer Activity. \n\n\n\nWe maintain two demonstration gardens at the Cibolo Nature Center.   \n\n\n\nThe first demonstration garden is located by the main parking lot area\, and includes the central island and raised beds bordering the parking area. This garden is also where we teach students how to identify plants in the Native Landscape Certification Program classes. \n\n\n\nThe second demonstration garden at the Cibolo Nature Center is referred to as Bill’s Garden\, in honor of Chapter founder and garden designer\, Bill Ward.  It is located in the shaded area between the Auditorium and Administrative buildings at the Cibolo Nature Center. \n\n\n\nJoin the fun loving group that helps the CNC and NPSOT demonstrate the use of native plants in gardens! \n\n\n\nFor more information contact Veronica Hawk at veronica.hawk@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/second-saturday-workday-at-cibolo-nature-center-demonstration-gardens-2/2026-06-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260519T163419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T172030Z
UID:10007565-1781371800-1781380800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Member Garden Tour 3
DESCRIPTION:Ruthanne Schulte – 131 Oak View Ct \n\n\n\nCome visit a genuine Central Texas wildscape — two acres designed to support as much wildlife as possible. Native grasses\, shrubs\, and wildflowers fill the property\, and the birdwatching is exceptional. Painted buntings\, tufted titmice\, summer tanagers\, and white‑eyed vireos are regular visitors\, along with many others. \n\n\n\nA large\, naturalistic water feature provides habitat for native aquatic and riparian plants as well as a reliable water source for wildlife. Nothing here is formal or neat — the landscape is intentionally “wild\,” complete with brush piles and layered cover that wildlife depends on. \n\n\n\nThe property includes a mix of sun and shade zones\, each featuring natives that thrive in those specific conditions. Deer pressure is real in this area\, so the land is protected with a combination of electric fencing and motion‑sensor sprinklers — all of which will be turned off during the tour. \n\n\n\nIf you’ve never had the joy of seeing a painted bunting up close\, you’ll want to make a trip out here. The evening hours are set to ensure a painted bunting sighting.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/member-garden-tour-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20240119T165046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T165226Z
UID:10002639-1781546400-1781553600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Beaumont Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter meetings. You do not need to be a member to attend. We meet the 3rd Monday of each month. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location: Tyrrell Park – 6088 Babe Zaharias Drive\, Beaumont\, TX 77705 \n\n\n\nWe meet in the Binks Horticultural Center in the Beaumont Botanical Gardens area of the park.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/beaumont-chapter-meeting/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Tyrell Park\, 6088 Babe Zaharias Drive\, Beaumont\, Texas\, 77705
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260416T023114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T023116Z
UID:10007139-1781600400-1781607600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Workday at EIH
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to propagate native plants while helping grow plants for the chapter’s plant sales. Activities include starting plants from seeds\, cuttings\, and other methods\, as well as making labels\, mixing soil\, and prepping growing trays. \n\n\n\nHabitat volunteers may also help weed and mulch flower beds\, plant native plants\, maintain pathways\, and trim trees and bushes. \n\n\n\n\nNo experience necessary\n\n\n\nBring your own tools or use ours (we have gloves too)\n\n\n\nDon’t forget to bring a reusable water bottle\, hat\, and sunscreen!\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers must be 18 or older to participate in EIH’s workdays unless prior arrangements have been made. \n\n\n\nWe do not hold workdays when the university is officially closed. Also\, workdays are canceled during inclement weather\, though a light sprinkle or drizzle rarely keeps us out of the garden. If you’re not sure\, please call 281-283-3950 or 281-283-3045\, and we’ll let you know if we’re digging in. \n\n\n\nLocationEnvironmental Institute of Houston (Click link for Google Map)University of Houston-Clear LakeNorth Office Annex (NOA) 1 Building2700 Bay Area Blvd.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/tuesday-workday-at-eih/2026-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20250816T042536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T043340Z
UID:10005537-1781683200-1781715600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter meeting! We meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month.  \n\n\n\nMore details are coming soon.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/monthly-chapter-meeting-7/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20251223T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T221432Z
UID:10006014-1781683200-1781715600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Elm Creek: Monthly Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter meeting! We meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month.  \n\n\n\nMore details are coming soon.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/monthly-chapter-meeting-8/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260506T193100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T193155Z
UID:10007246-1781686800-1781694000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce Demonstration Garden Workday         3rd Wednesday of the month @ 9:00 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Demonstration Garden Workday! This is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands dirty\, learn new gardening techniques\, and contribute to the beauty and sustainability of our community garden. Contact Sara Torres for more details: sara_jacqueline@hotmail.com. The garden is located at 3934 FM 2673\, Canyon Lake\, TX \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in planting\, pruning\, and maintaining a variety of plants.\n\n\n\nExpert Guidance: Our knowledgeable garden coordinators will be on hand to share tips and answer your gardening questions.\n\n\n\nCommunity Spirit: Meet fellow garden lovers\, share stories\, and enjoy the camaraderie of working together.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nComfortable clothing and gardening gloves\n\n\n\nA hat\, water\, pest repellent\, and sunscreen\n\n\n\nYour enthusiasm and love for gardening!\n\n\n\nCommon gardening tools\, such as pruners\, weeders\, and the like.  Whatever you use in your garden\, as tools will not be provided.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this workday is for everyone. Let’s come together to make our demonstration garden a thriving\, beautiful space for all to enjoy.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/canyon-lake-chamber-of-commerce-demonstration-garden-workday-3rd-wednesday-of-the-month-900-a-m/2026-06-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20250622T183121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T183122Z
UID:10005310-1781773200-1781782200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Boerne City Campus Natural Area (BCCNA) Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for BCCNA workdays! \n\n\n\nThe BCCNA project involves the restoration and enhancement of the Boerne City Campus Natural Area (BCCNA). The BCCNA is comprised of 13-acres on either side of the Old No. 9 Trail\, behind the library. We are working towards restoring this area to a native pollinator habitat\, creating a wildlife corridor and haven within the city. \n\n\n\nBCCNA Workdays take place on the first and third Thursdays of each month. \n\n\n\nOur meeting place will be in the Boerne Patrick Heath Public Library parking lot near the windmill. If you don’t see us at the windmill\, walk out behind the library across the creek as we’ve likely already started!  \n\n\n\nEach volunteer will be required to fill out the City of Boerne’s liability waiver the first time he or she volunteers. \n\n\n\nContact Jeff Schwarz at jeffschwarz27@gmail.com for more info.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/boerne-city-campus-natural-area-bccna-workday-4/2026-06-18/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T120920
CREATED:20260223T220337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T135426Z
UID:10006463-1781784000-1781787600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Chapter Leader Forum
DESCRIPTION:Registration Link: https://npsot-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/pD18cSj6RHaCVRaNm4UsjA \n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/chapter-leader-forum-communications-and-social-media/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Leader Forum,Virtual
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