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SUMMARY:Workdays at the Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country Demonstration Garden
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 Mickey Riviere\, mr0752@gvtc.com\, for details. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in planting\, pruning\, and maintaining a variety of native plants.\n\n\n\nExpert Guidance: Our knowledgeable gardeners 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\, sunscreen\, and water\n\n\n\nYour boundless enthusiasm and love for gardening!\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/workdays-at-the-heritage-museum-of-the-texas-hill-country-demonstration-garden-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
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SUMMARY:Post Oak NPSOT Chapter Meeting: Native Plants for Green Roofs and Walls in Texas and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us at our chapter meeting- Dr. Bruce Dvorak will present “Native Plants for Green Roofs and Walls in Texas and Beyond “ \n\n\n\nFebruary 6th\, Thursday \n\n\n\n6 pm: Meet and Greet \n\n\n\n6:30 pm: presentation \n\n\n\nGary Halter Nature Center at Lick Creek Park
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/post-oak-npsot-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
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SUMMARY:Teddi Zonker Creating a Suburban Oasis for Pollinators\, North Central Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Creating a Suburban Oasis for PollinatorsWhat are the best practices for creating a suburban oasis?  Master Gardener\, Master Naturalist and NPOST member Teddi Zonker will discuss the best plants to add to your landscape\, the difference between host and nectar plants\, and so much more!  Learn all about the synergies of butterflies\, bees and birds in your garden. \n\n\n\nTeddi Zonker is a self-taught butterfly hobbyist for nearly 20 years\, award-winning photographer and local municipality fitness manager.  She is a Tarrant County Master Gardener\, Cross Timbers Master Naturalist\, Monarch Watch Monarch Conservation Specialist\, member of the Native Plant Society of Texas and Native Prairies Association of Texas.  She has also completed the Native Landscape Certification Program and Volunteer Advanced Training/Entomology program.  Teddi is also a Garden Coach\, helping others convert suburban landscapes into pollinator habitats and Monarch Waystations.  With a B. S. in Public Relations and a M.S. in Recreation and Leisure Studies\, her goal is to educate others on the need for pollinator spaces and show how simple (and enjoyable) it is to meet this need starting with their own back (and front) yard! \n\n\n\n\n\nFort Worth Botanic Garden\, Orchid & Iris Room \n\n\n\n\n3220 Botanic Garden Blvd\, Fort Worth\, Texas 76107 \n\n\n\n6:30 socializing and snacks \n\n\n\n7:00 Business meeting and announcements \n\n\n\nThe presentation will follow our business meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is hybrid; in person with a virtual Zoom option. \n\n\nAdvance registration is required to receive the Zoom link: Zoom Registration \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/teddi-zonker-creating-a-suburban-oasis-for-pollinators-north-central-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20241214T014133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T194655Z
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Workday\, 9:00am - Noon
DESCRIPTION:Cibolo Nature Center Demonstration Gardens \n\n\n\nPlease bring gloves\, hat\, water\, sun and insect protection\, and your favorite gardening tools. \n\n\n\nContact Veronica Hawk\, veronica.hawk@gmail.com for more info.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/feb-8-second-saturday-workday-900am-noon/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250204T031817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T031818Z
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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/Chicago:20250209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
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SUMMARY:Garden Workday at Phil Hardberger Park
DESCRIPTION:Come help prune shrubs and woody perennials\, remove weeds and woody volunteer plants in the landscaped areas.  Bring gloves\, pruners and loppers\, pruning saws\, shovels and other weeding tools.  AAMN approved.   \n\n\n\nTo register\, click here. 
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/garden-workday-at-phil-hardberger-park/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250129T002730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T002731Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Change and Southeast Texas’ Native Plant Communities - Hybrid Clear Lake Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:6:15 Doors Opens – UHCL Bayou Building\, Garden Room6:40 Zoom Opens6:45 Business Meeting6:55 Plant of the Month7:00 Guest Speaker \n\n\n\nAndrew Sipocz returns to provide an update to his 2018 talk\, Plant Communities and Climate Change. Since then\, new climate change research has been published. This time\, Andy will focus on the anticipated effects on specific plants and potential changes to native plant communities. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAndrew Sipocz earned a Bachelor of Science in forestry and wildlife management at Purdue University and a master’s studying wetland ecology from Texas A&M University. He has been with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department since 1990 where he now plans and implements landscape restoration and natural area management in southeast Texas state parks. \n\n\n\n\nIn-person – Parking Pass Required\n\n\n\nIf 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. DO NOT park in faculty/staff parking (enforced 24/7). \n\n\n\nMap and Directions – The meeting will be held in the Bayou Building\, Garden Room at UH-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/climate-change-and-southeast-texas-native-plant-communities-hybrid-clear-lake-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
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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/2025-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20241217T141000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T011929Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Workday @ EIH
DESCRIPTION:Habitat volunteers help weed and mulch flower beds\, plant native plants\, maintain pathways\, and trim trees and bushes. Volunteers may also help clean out the pond on select work days. \n\n\n\n\nNo experience necessary—we’ll show you what goes and what stays\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.Houston\, TX 77058
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/habitat-workday-eih-4/2025-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20241011T195558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T161459Z
UID:10004071-1739266200-1739275200@www.npsot.org
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/2025-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20230905T041714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T042216Z
UID:10002063-1739300400-1739304000@www.npsot.org
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-4/2025-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20241116T231115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T183413Z
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SUMMARY:Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture Demonstration Garden Workday
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 Craig Bruska for more details:  craigbruska@hotmail.com.  The garden is located at 1370 Church Hill Dr.\, New Braunfels\, Tx 78130 in the Heritage Village. \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/texas-museum-of-handmade-furniture-demonstration-garden-workday-2/2025-02-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250109T184539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T184540Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting – February 12
DESCRIPTION:Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) Executive Committee meetings occur monthly and any member may attend. Contact the Executive Director prior to the meeting at state@npsot.org for Zoom and applicable document links. Please be prepared to follow the Visitor’s Executive Meeting Protocol.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/executive-committee-meeting-february-12/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250204T051507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T051826Z
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SUMMARY:NPAT Zoom Series – Climate Change and the Implications for the Fayette Prairie Ecosystem - Feb 13
DESCRIPTION:The NPAT Fayette Prairie Chapter will host a February 13th meeting to focus on recognizing the potential to bridge the gap between ideal restoration and real-world impact on landowners and other stakeholders for: \n\n\n\n\nDisaster Mitigation\n\n\n\nEconomic and Ecological Benefits\n\n\n\nThoughtful\, Long-Term Public Policy\n\n\n\nImproved Water Quality & Groundwater Infiltration\n\n\n\nEconomic Advantages for Landowners and the Community\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nUse this Zoom for the meeting: \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/5579994496?pwd=eGFEYmc2Z0R2bGw2TjlrTzYwT1V1UT09 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 557 999 4496
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/zoom-series-climate-change-and-the-implications-for-the-fayette-prairie-ecosystem/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250129T032618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T032619Z
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SUMMARY:The Tree Collectors: Tales of Arboreal Obsession – Williamson County Chapter Meeting\, February 13
DESCRIPTION:Join NPSOT-Williamson County on Thursday\, February 13\, 2025\, when our featured topic will be “The Tree Collectors: Tales of Arboreal Obsession” with NYT best-selling author Amy Stewart. 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\nOur guest speaker will be joining us via Zoom. This month’s presentation will not be recorded for YouTube.  \n\n\n\nAbout our topic: When Amy Stewart discovered a community of tree collectors\, she expected to meet horticultural fanatics driven to plant every species of oak or maple. But she also discovered that the urge to collect trees springs from something deeper and more profound: a longing for community\, a vision for the future\, or a path to healing and reconciliation. \n\n\n\nIn this 45-minute talk\, Amy introduces audiences to several of the remarkable people she met from around the world whose lives were transformed by their relationships to trees. Accompanied by her own hand-drawn illustrations of people and their trees\, this talk inspires audiences to reconsider their own connections to trees – and maybe start a collection! \n\n\n\nAbout our speaker: Amy Stewart is the New York Times best-selling author of fourteen books\, including The Tree Collectors\, The Drunken Botanist\, Wicked Plants\, and several other popular nonfiction titles about the natural world. She lives in Portland\, Oregon. \n\n\n\nNOTE: this month’s in-person location is the Georgetown Public Library\, 2nd Floor\, 402 W 8th St\, Georgetown\, Texas 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/A_RDWrA4Qr2WIFIDHNRSiw#/registration \n\n\n\nThe original meeting announcement is here on the Williamson County Chapter’s blog page.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/the-tree-collectors-tales-of-arboreal-obsession-williamson-county-chapter-meeting-february-13/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20241214T214103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T214104Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Cleaning Event at the Tye Preston Memorial Library
DESCRIPTION:Craig Bruska\, Seed Committee Chairman\, directs volunteers in cleaning and packaging replacement seed packets for the current lending inventory.  The properly labeled envelopes are then placed in specific drawers of the TPML Seed Library cabinet located in the main entry foyer of the library. A great chance to learn more about native seeds and visit with like-minded volunteers.  Master Naturalists earn volunteer hours!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAn open invitation is extended for anyone to: \n\n\n\n1) Donate local native seeds.  To donate\, put a single species of prepared seeds in a small paper bag and label the bag with species name\, date collected and where collected. Donor’s name is optional. \n\n\n\n2) Help package seeds for the lending library.  Volunteer help is welcomed; and Texas Master Naturalists can earn hours toward their annual 40 hours of volunteer service.  \n\n\n\n3) Check out and plant up to 5 seed packets per visit to Tye Preston Memorial Library.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/seed-cleaning-event-at-the-tye-preston-memorial-library-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
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SUMMARY:NICE Partner Plant Sale at The Nectar Bar
DESCRIPTION:Come shop or volunteer to help out! Plant sale with a percentage of the sales benefitting NPSOT-SA at The Nectar Bar\, which is one of our NICE Partners!    We will be providing six plant associates to assist customers over various 2.5 hour shifts between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm.  To register\, click here. \n\n\n\nDownload a sneak peak of plant list for the sale!  
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/nice-partner-plant-sale-at-the-nectar-bar/
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250112T203510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T203512Z
UID:10004600-1739613600-1739620800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Lake Mineral Wells State Park Pollinator Garden Work Day\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Mineral Wells\, Saturday\, 2/15/2025 at 10 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Calling All Native Plant Enthusiasts! 🌿  Be a Pollinator Protector! 🐝🌸 \n\n\n\nJoin us for a morning of volunteer magic at Lake Mineral Wells State Park. 🌼✨ \n\n\n\nYou can help maintain the pollinator garden at Lake Mineral Wells State Park! 🌼🦋 This wonderful community effort supports our local ecosystems and provides habitat to facilitate the important work of pollinators.  This garden provides educational information to visitors and is utilized by the park staff to explain the importance of native plants and their benefits. \n\n\n\nHere are some suggestions on clothing and what to bring: \n\n\n\n\nWork Clothing: Wear comfortable work clothing appropriate for the weather. Layers are great for adjusting to changing conditions.\n\n\n\nGloves: If you have gardening gloves\, bring them along. They’ll protect your hands while working with plants and soil.\n\n\n\nGardening Tools: If you own any gardening tools\, such as nippers\, shovels\, spades\, pitchforks\, or wheelbarrows\, feel free to bring them.  Buckets and brooms are also useful. These tools can be incredibly helpful for various tasks.\n\n\n\nWater: Stay hydrated! Bring a water bottle to keep yourself refreshed during the work.\n\n\n\nHat:  A hat with a wide brim provides shade for your face\, neck\, and ears\, protecting you from direct sunlight. It helps prevent sunburn and reduces the risk of skin damage caused by UV radiation.  In case of cooler weather\, wear a hat to keep warm.\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Details: \n\n\n\n\nIf the temperature is below 40°F or if it’s raining\, the workday will be canceled. \n\n\n\nFor any specific questions or further information\, you can reach out to Cindy Crump at cindyleecrump@gmail.com or Vicki Brooks at vicki.brooks@icloud.com\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\n\nLake Mineral Wells State Park\, 100 Park Road 71\, Mineral Wells\, Texas.\n\n\n\nBefore entering the park gates\, take a left into the administration building parking lot.\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: \n\n\n\n\nMeet at the garden located near the administration building entrance (before paying at the gate).\n\n\n\n\nLet’s come together and contribute to the beauty and health of our local environment! 🌿🌸
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lake-mineral-wells-state-park-pollinator-garden-work-day-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-mineral-wells-saturday-2-15-2025-at-10-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20240119T165046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T165226Z
UID:10002623-1739815200-1739822400@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/2025-02-17/
LOCATION:Tyrell Park\, 6088 Babe Zaharias Drive\, Beaumont\, Texas\, 77705
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250208T075002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T075416Z
UID:10004716-1739817000-1739824200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:NPSOT Dallas February 17\, 2025 meeting\, with Mia Whitham - Dallas County Parks and Open Space Program’s Role in Local Conservation
DESCRIPTION:The Dallas County Parks and Open Space Program has 21 nature preserves on over 4\,000 acres of public land. Learn how the Program works with partners and volunteers across Dallas County to conserve critical natural habitat\, protect rivers\, streams\, and floodplains\, and provide opportunities for people to connect with nature in the highly urbanized DFW Metroplex. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nZOOM our monthly meetings at:  https://npsot.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f20269a37974d8413fc79c831&id=12aa33f97f&e=d2e8f28b23 If needed\, use: Meeting ID: 837 2523 6133 / Passcode: 882399a*
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-dallas-february-17-2025-meeting-with-mia-whitham-dallas-county-parks-and-open-space-programs-role-in-local-conservation/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20241217T141000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T011929Z
UID:10003748-1739869200-1739876400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Workday @ EIH
DESCRIPTION:Habitat volunteers help weed and mulch flower beds\, plant native plants\, maintain pathways\, and trim trees and bushes. Volunteers may also help clean out the pond on select work days. \n\n\n\n\nNo experience necessary—we’ll show you what goes and what stays\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.Houston\, TX 77058
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/habitat-workday-eih-4/2025-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250125T201358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T201359Z
UID:10003809-1739899800-1739905200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Chapter Meeting - Michael Eason\, San Antonio Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Plant Conservation Programs at San Antonio Botanical Garden \n\n\n\nMichael will discuss various plant conservation programs currently underway at the San Antonio Botanical Gardens. Most of these programs are new to the garden and have been initiated in the last several years with the Garden’s new commitment to conservation. Topics include: Rare plants\, Oaks\, Propagation\, Seed Bank\, threats and current state of Texas’ flora. \n\n\n\nLocation: Tye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S. Access Road\, Canyon Lake\, Texas 78133.  Social time 5:30 p.m.\, business meeting 5:40 p.m.\, Plant-of-the-Month 5:50 p.m.\, hour-long program 6:20 p.m.  All presentations are available via Zoom and are recorded for our Youtube channel.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/monthly-chapter-meeting-5/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20241214T220948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T220954Z
UID:10004383-1740045600-1740049200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:City of Garden Ridge Library Seed Library Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:The Lindheimer Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas is proud to announce the Grand Opening of our newest Native Seed Library at the City of Garden Ridge\, 9400 Municipal Pkwy\, Garden Ridge\, TX 78266.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/city-of-garden-ridge-library-seed-library-grand-opening/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250203T040354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T220325Z
UID:10004674-1740052800-1740056400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Chapter Leader Forum: Treasurer Roundup
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Treasurer Roundup – Meet our New Accountant\, Dani Salazar!Description: Being the chapter treasurer is an important and sometimes daunting job. Please come to meet and welcome our new State Accountant. Let’s have a roundtable to discuss your questions about and suggestions for the quarterly chapter report process. \n\n\n\nPresenter: Meade LeBlanc and Meg Inglis\, ModeratorsWhen: Thursday\, February 20\, 2025 (Third Thursday) 12 – 1 pmZoom Registration Link:https://npsot-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/YsvrekLjRVWm58FoeprJtQ \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-treasurer-roundup/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Leader Forum,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250202T130018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T130350Z
UID:10004624-1740078000-1740081600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Pines and Prairies Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details will be emailed to members.  \n\n\n\nLocation:  SHSU-The Woodlands\, Room 236  \n\n\n\nBusiness:  Election of officers \n\n\n\nProgram:  Planting natives to attract wildlife (Gulf Coast Bird Observatory)
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pines-and-prairies-chapter-meeting-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250224T153513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T154236Z
UID:10004705-1740078000-1740081600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Reestablishing Native Canopy in the Urban Landscape\, A Practical Guide - February 20
DESCRIPTION:This talk focuses on urban forestry\, particularly in the Greater Houston area\, and the importance of planting native trees in city landscapes. Dr. Stephen Cook shares practical experience and tips from his reforestation efforts in the Montrose super neighborhood\, discusses urban heat island effect\, introduces several beneficial native tree species to consider for city projects\, and provides resources for those interested in native urban forestry. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker \n\n\n\nDr. Stephen T. Cook is a Texas Master Naturalist\, educator\, and passionate advocate for the reintroduction of native trees in our urban communities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur monthly chapter meetings are held on every 3rd Thursday\, January – November. Our meetings are free and open to the public thanks to our members and sponsors.  \n\n\n\nThe presentation will start at 7:00 pm\, but come at 6:45 pm for a meet and greet with snacks. \n\n\n\nHouston Arboretum and Nature Center \n\n\n\n610 Entrance (preferred)120 W Loop N FwyHouston\, TX 77024 \n\n\n\nWoodway Entrance4501 Woodway DriveHouston\, TX 77024 \n\n\n\nMeetings will also be live-streamed and recorded for later viewing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReturn to Houston Chapter Page
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/reestablishing-native-canopy-in-the-urban-landscape-a-practical-guide-february-20/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
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/Chicago:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250129T220336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T221726Z
UID:10004664-1740214800-1740222000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Rooted in Texas: Native Plant Propagation
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to grow new plants and help conserve Texas native plant species with the Native Plant Society of Texas through this two-hour propagation class!  \n\n\n\nWe’ll start by discussing the different ways plants can be propagated\, then dive into a hands-on session using Texas native plants you can take home to grow. Promoting the use of Texas native plants encourages water conservation and supports local ecosystems.  \n\n\n\nFee: $25 ($20 member). Registration closes when filled.  \n\n\n\nInstructor: Zach Ritchie\, San Antonio Botanical Garden Conservation Technician and Jerry Morrisey\, Native Plant Society of Texas\, San Antonio. \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/rooted-in-texas-native-plant-propagation/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250212T204810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T204812Z
UID:10004724-1740232800-1740236400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Expanded Exploration Green Phase 3A Pollinator Garden
DESCRIPTION:Project Lead Lynn Porfirio will host a meeting to introduce the expansion of the Exploration Green Phase 3a pollinator garden. Join her to learn about volunteer opportunities for installation\, maintenance and data collection at the expanding garden. This is a unique and fun opportunity for those interested in working with the community while also supporting and learning about native pollinator habitats. \n\n\n\nIt is recommended to park at Exploration Green Phase 1 on Diana Lane and walk to the 3a garden just north of El Dorado (allow 15-20 minutes). If you’d like to participate\, please email Lynn stating interest to or just show up! \n\n\n\nLocationExploration Green Phase 3AParking:16314 Diana LaneHouston\, TX 77062
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/introduction-to-the-expanded-exploration-green-phase-3a-pollinator-garden/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T150445
CREATED:20250212T212023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T214132Z
UID:10004725-1740402000-1740402000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip: Artist Boat Coastal Heritage Preserve
DESCRIPTION:11:30 am – Depart from UHCL-EIH parking lotRiders – Don’t forget your UHCL parking pass!\n\n\n\n1 pm – Guided Tour at Coastal Heritage Preserve\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. \n\n\n\nThe NPSOT Clear Lake Chapter Member field trip can accommodate up to 25 cars\, so carpooling is encouraged. Those carpooling will depart from EIH at 11:30 a.m. \n\n\n\nThe guided walk will last about 1.5 hours and will take place rain or shine\, except in the case of thunder or lightning. Attendees must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes—this is mandatory. Long-sleeve shirts are also recommended due to the possibility of mosquitoes. \n\n\n\nThe group will meet at the corral area at 13112 Settegast Dr\, Galveston\, TX 77554. All participants must bring a signed copy of the Artist Boat waiver and submit the electronic NPSOT waiver. \n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 25 participants. Chapter members have priority registration\, and any remaining spots will open to the public and guests on Tuesday\, February 18. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation – Meet at UHCL-EIH to carpoolParking lot D4 near UHCL Entrance 3 \n\n\n\nLocation – Guided TourCoastal Heritage Preserve13112 Settegast DrGalveston\, TX 77554
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/field-trip-artist-boat-coastal-heritage-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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