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SUMMARY:Jane Duke\, Trinity Forks NPSOT\, Managing Soil as an Ecosystem\, North Central Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Soil is not dirt—it is one of the most complex living ecosystems on Earth. A teaspoon of healthy soil contains billions of organisms working together in an intricate underground ecosystem. These tiny communities drive nutrient cycling\, water retention\, and plant health. When its biological community thrives\, landscapes become more fertile\, resilient\, and self-sustaining. This talk reveals the hidden living world beneath our feet and shows how you can rebuild the soil food web to restore ecological function with an investment of time and not money.Jane Duke is a restoration ecologist\, educator\, and passionate advocate for biology-driven land renewal. She has served on the local boards of the Texas Master Naturalists and the Native Plant Society of Texas\, completed the Soil Food Web Foundation Courses\, and was certified in 2023 as a Soil Food Web Lab Technician. At the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center\, Jane leads hands-on restoration efforts which brings a grounded\, practitioner’s perspective on how Soil Food Web principles look when applied under real Texas conditions. \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/jane-duke-trinity-forks-managing-soil-as-an-ecosystem-north-central-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Hybrid chapter meeting,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Agaves\, Yuccas\, and Related Plants of Texas – Tough Plants for Tough Times – Williamson County Chapter Meeting\, April 9
DESCRIPTION:[3/31 added handout link] \n\n\n\nJoin NPSOT-Williamson County on Thursday\, April 9\, 2026\, when our featured topic will be Agaves\, Yuccas\, and Related Plants of Texas – Tough Plants for Tough Times with Lonnie Childs. 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\nPlease note => The video for this month’s guest presentation will be available on YouTube for 30 days. We’ll publish a blog post on the NPSOT-Williamson County website the day the video is posted. \n\n\n\nAbout our topic: This month’s presentation will provide background information on the agaves and yuccas found in Texas including their taxonomy and ethnobotanical uses and importance to indigenous cultures. We will examine some of the more common species and highlight their potential use in the home landscape. \n\n\n\nNEW=> You can download Lonnie’s meeting handout — information on 19 agaves\, yuccas and related plants for the home landscape. Click here to download from the Williamson County Chapter Dropbox. \n\n\n\nAbout our speaker: Lonnie Childs enjoyed a 30-year career as a business executive before retiring to the Fredericksburg area to pursue his interests in history\, nature\, and land conservation. In 2004\, he earned the Texas Master Naturalist designation and now serves as an instructor in that program. After serving as President of the Fredericksburg chapter of NPSOT\, Lonnie was State President of NPSOT in 2012-2013. In 2017\, the society awarded him the Benny Simpson Fellows Award for service to NPSOT. Lonnie currently serves as the Newsletter Editor and President of the Friends of the Fredericksburg Nature Center. \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/IKtidaM8Q-aWs9g7KxlYhg#/registration \n\n\n\nThe original meeting announcement is here on the Williamson County Chapter’s blog page.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/agaves-yuccas-and-related-plants-of-texas-tough-plants-for-tough-times-williamson-county-chapter-meeting-april-9/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Palo Pinto Mountains Sate Park Native Plant Bed Workday\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Strawn\, TX\, Saturday\, 04/11/2026 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\nTime: 8am – 10 am \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-04-11-2026-at-10-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Spring Plant Sale April 11\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n333 E Klingemann St\, New Braunfels\, TX 78130
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/spring-plant-sale-3/
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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-2/2026-04-11/
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SUMMARY:Monarchs & Milkweed: Texas Gulf Coast Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Science-based monarch workshop and native milkweed giveaway \n\n\n\nInstructor: Christine Anastas\, Master Gardener and Master Naturalist \n\n\n\nMonarch butterflies are among the most recognizable and beloved pollinators in Texas—but their migration is at risk. The Texas Gulf Coast plays an integral role in the survival of these iconic butterflies. \n\n\n\nThis educational workshop will explore the Monarch life cycle\, their migration through Texas\, and current scientific research\, including studies on Tropical Milkweed\, OE disease\, and home Monarch rearing. Participants will leave equipped to become Monarch ambassadors in their communities. \n\n\n\nTo help turn learning into action\, attendees will receive native milkweed plants\, making it easy to support Monarch conservation right away. All NPSOT Clear Lake members will receive up to three native milkweed plants* for attending. Additionally\, any attendee who brings in Tropical Milkweed (Asclepias curassavica) for disposal will receive one native milkweed plant per Tropical Milkweed\, up to three. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a gardener\, nature enthusiast\, or simply interested in protecting local wildlife\, this workshop provides valuable\, science-based information and a meaningful way to help Monarchs thrive along the Texas Gulf Coast. \n\n\n\n*Members who register by January 31 will receive three native milkweed plants at the event; members who register after January 31 will receive two native milkweed plants. \n\n\n\nLocationBayou Building\, Garden Room (1510)University of Houston-Clear Lake2700 Bay Area BlvdHouston\, TX 77058
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/monarchs-milkweed-texas-gulf-coast-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Pull and Garden Work Day – April 11th\, Saturday\, 9 AM-12 Noon
DESCRIPTION:Invasive Plant Pull\n\n\n\nMake a difference for water\, wildlife\, and wild places at Lick Creek Park from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday March 14th and April 11th 9 AM- 12 noon. Volunteer to remove invasive plants and work in the demonstration garden at Lick Creek Park.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/invasive-plant-pull-and-garden-work-day-april-11th-saturday-9-am-12-noon/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Greens Bayou Wetlands Mitigation Bank
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: April 11\, 2026 @9:00am \n\n\n\nMeeting Location: We will be meeting at the south side of the intersection of Ralston Road and Beltway 8 feeder road. The field trip will be located behind a secured gate that will be locked behind the group. Please arrive by 9:15 or you will be unable to access the area. (GPS: 29.933496\, -95.225616)  \n\n\n\nThings To Bring: Expect uneven\, potentially saturated ground—boots or closedtoe shoes are required. Bug spray\, sun protection\, and adequate water are strongly recommended. Portions of the site lack shade\, and depending on hydrologic conditions\, we may traverse shallow inundation or soft soils\, so dress accordingly and bring anything needed for personal comfort. \n\n\n\nField Trip Overview: The Greens Bayou Wetlands Mitigation Bank (GBWMB) offers a unique opportunity to examine how large-scale restoration design\, compensatory mitigation requirements\, and watershed-scale hydrologic management interact to shape habitat development in northeast Harris County. Implemented by the Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD)\, the mitigation bank was established to offset unavoidable wetland impacts associated with flood damage reduction projects throughout the region. The bank includes a mosaic of restored palustrine emergent\, scrubshrub\, and forested wetlands\, along with native prairie and riparian buffers that tie into the broader Greens Bayou watershed. \n\n\n\nThe site’s restoration framework is centered around re-establishing historic hydrologic connectivity\,regrading portions of the landscape to reintroduce appropriate microtopography\, and implementing targeted plantings to accelerate community development. Over time\, these interventions have encouraged a functional wetland complex characterized by a gradient of hydroperiods\, supporting diverse vegetation from bottomland hardwood assemblages to persistent herbaceous wetlands\, depending on elevation and soil moisture. \n\n\n\nBecause GBWMB is an active mitigation bank\, it provides an excellent setting to discuss:– The role of soils\, hydrology\, and watershed function in guiding successful wetland establishment.– How invasive species pressure—particularly Chinese tallow and other woody colonizers—ismanaged within a compensatory mitigation framework.– The long-term monitoring and \n\n\n\nLeader Bio: Andy Newman is a restoration ecologist\, botanist\, and longtime advocate for Texas native plant communities based in Houston. With more than 17 years of experience working across prairies\, wetlands\, forests\, and riparian systems\, Andy brings a sciencebased yet deeply observant approach to understanding landscapes. His work is rooted in careful attention to plant communities\, ecological processes\, and the stories written into the land by water\, soils\, disturbance\, and time. Whether in the field or sharing knowledge with others\, Andy emphasizes curiosity\, observation\, and respect for the complexity of natural systems. \n\n\n\nAs Vice President of the Native Plant Society of Texas – Houston Chapter\, Andy is dedicated tostrengthening connections between people and the native landscapes of the Gulf Coast. He is an active speaker\, mentor\, and field educator\, often blending science with creativity through nature journaling\, scientific illustration\, and art. These practices shape how he observes and communicates the natural world\, helping make ecology more accessible and meaningful to diverse audiences. Andy looks forward to supporting the chapter’s mission through education\, conservation\, and thoughtfulstewardship—fostering a deeper appreciation for native plants and the ecosystems they sustain. \n\n\n\nAdditional Coordination Details: Please contact Bob Romero for any further coordination details atbobromero@gmail.com or by phone at (713) 248-6030. \n\n\n\n\n\nReturn to Houston Chapter Page
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/field-trip-greens-bayou-wetlands-mitigation-bank/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Garden Workday at the Moody Gardens Demonstration Bird Garden
DESCRIPTION:Galveston County Chapter has partnered with Moody Gardens to help maintain their native plant garden for birds! email us for details if you would like to join in!  \n\n\n\nBIRD GARDEN WORKDAY 3/21/2026
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/garden-workday-at-the-moody-gardens-demonstration-bird-garden/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T181500
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SUMMARY:Using iNaturalist for the City Nature Challenge – Hybrid Clear Lake Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:6:15 Doors Open – UHCL Bayou Building\, Forest Room (B1430)6:40 Zoom Opens6:45 Business Meeting6:55 Plant of the Month7:00 Guest Speaker \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\nScott Buckel will introduce iNaturalist\, a free app and online platform used to record observations of plants and animals. Learn how it works\, why people use it\, and how your observations can contribute to community science. The presentation will conclude with how to participate in the upcoming City Nature Challenge\, a global event that encourages people to document local biodiversity. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\n\n\n\nScott Buckel spent his childhood days exploring the “wild” areas near his home in Houston. He developed an interest in animal behavior\, which led him to study biochemistry in college. He also worked at maintaining fish\, growing plants\, and collecting marine invertebrates. He spent weekends looking for birds and other wildlife along the coast and piney woods of Texas. \n\n\n\nScott also studied photography on his own\, driven in part by his continued interest in animal behavior. His skill improved\, and the positive feedback he received fueled his growing passion for photography. \n\n\n\nScott’s interests compelled him to seek travel opportunities\, which allowed him to observe and film nature. Through reading\, workshops\, and participation in photography clubs–in addition to a great deal of practice–he learned many ways to enhance his skills. \n\n\n\nThrough the years\, his photographic interests expanded to include other forms and styles of photography. Film gave way to digital\, and the tools available for digital photography allowed him to achieve the exceptional results he had always dreamed of. Now\, much of the photography he does is to document nature\, and he is an avid user of iNaturalist. \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. Student lot D2 is closest to the Bayou Building. \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/using-inaturalist-for-the-city-nature-challenge-hybrid-clear-lake-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T200000
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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/2026-04-13/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T200000
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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/2026-04-13/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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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/2026-04-14/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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SUMMARY:April Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Beneficial Texas Arthropods Living In Your Garden\, presented by Sharon Hixon.   \n\n\n\nJoin us at 1:00 for socializing and snacks\, 1:30 for updates and upcoming events\, and 2:00 for Sharon Hixon’s talk.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/april-chapter-meeting-3/
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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-4/2026-04-14/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20250816T042536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T043340Z
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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-7/2026-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20251223T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T221432Z
UID:10006012-1776240000-1776272400@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-8/2026-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260326T020151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T020514Z
UID:10006715-1776326400-1776618000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:FEATHERFEST
DESCRIPTION:Our chapter will be at the 24th annual FeatherFest Birding & Nature Photo Festival this year along with other fabulous local conservation organisations. Come visit our table and see what this much loved event is all about. The demonstration garden we are helping maintain is next door to the event for easy viewing as well. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.galvestonfeatherfest.com/
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/featherfest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20250622T183121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T183122Z
UID:10005308-1776330000-1776339000@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-4/2026-04-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260223T215639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T204951Z
UID:10006461-1776340800-1776344400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Chapter Leader Forum: Volunteer Coordination
DESCRIPTION:Topic: How to rally your volunteers and run successful events. Potential Speakers: TBDRegistration Link: Coming Soon \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-volunteer-coordination/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Leader Forum,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260113T000713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T000714Z
UID:10005931-1776366000-1776369600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Houston Chapter Meeting - April 16
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar — we’re working on something amazing\, and we can’t wait to share more with you as everything comes together. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker \n\n\n\nWe are lining up an inspiring and educational speaker\, and we’ll be revealing their story very soon. Stay tuned — you won’t want to miss this! \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/houston-chapter-meeting-april-16/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260208T193417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T193418Z
UID:10005958-1776366000-1776369600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Pines & Prairies Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details will be emailed to members \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pines-prairies-chapter-meeting/2026-04-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260317T221010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T221011Z
UID:10006689-1776427200-1776430800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Cell Phone Video Production Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Most people have a powerful video production tool in the palm of their hand but don’t know how to use it. In “Cell Phone Video Production”\, Lee Smith will help you unleash the storyteller within you. He will discuss basic composition and production techniques to record the all necessary content for you to tell compelling stories. He will guide you through what phone settings to use and what accessories to add (and avoid). Editing workflow to complete your program will also be covered\, along with exporting your story to social media. BIO: Lee Smith is an Emmy award winning video producer with over 40 years of professional experience. He is one of the original producers of the Texas Parks and Wildlife PBS series. His work has spanned local news\, as the Outdoors Reporter for KVUE-TV in Austin\, to international events with ABC Sports\, including the Winter and Summer Olympic Games and the Super Bowl. Now on his third tour with TPWD\, Lee is the solo video producer for the Wildlife Division. \n\n\n\nRegistration Link: https://npsot-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/KRvuGLzORjKu_zFm-9AZ4Q
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/cell-phone-video-production-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260311T190315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T225037Z
UID:10006551-1776434400-1776441600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Plant Propagation 101 with Diana Black (RSVP Required)
DESCRIPTION:This is a great opportunity to get your hands dirty and learn how to propagate our native plants! Classes will be held at Diana’s home at 2:00 on March 20\, April 3\, and April 17. Please notify Diana or another officer that you plan to attend.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/april-3-plant-propagation-101-with-diana-black-duplicate/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260316T194637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T194638Z
UID:10006684-1776499200-1776513600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day at Headwaters at the Comal
DESCRIPTION:At the Headwaters of the Comal 333 E. Klingmann St.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/earth-day-at-headwaters-at-the-comal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260314T231842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T231951Z
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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-2/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260218T184951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T184952Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Native Plant Sale - Open to the Public
DESCRIPTION:Planting season will be here soon! Come check out what our native plant growers have to offer at the Spring Native Plant Sale at the Herff Farm Teaching Barn. Open to the Public. \n\n\n\nTake advantage of this opportunity to easily obtain native plants suited for our ecoregion. Along with making your space beautiful\, you’ll be providing food and habitat for butterflies\, birds and other wildlife. Many native plants even do well in containers! \n\n\n\nThis spring we expect to have a huge selection of native plants available for sale.  \n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, April 18th! NPSOT members will be on hand to answer your gardening and native plant questions!
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/spring-native-plant-sale-open-to-the-public-2/
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260331T233903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T233905Z
UID:10006732-1776504600-1776513600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Spring Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Shop our Spring Native Plant Sale to make your yard a beautiful and sustainable habitat.  \n\n\n\n\nSupport Local Pollinators: Our selection includes plants that provide essential nectar and pollen for bees\, butterflies\, and hummingbirds.\n\n\n\nWater Conservation: Native plants are adapted to local climates\, requiring far less water once established\, which helps conserve resources during droughts.\n\n\n\nSoil and Environmental Health: Their deep root systems improve soil structure\, reduce soil erosion\, and decrease the need for fertilizers and pesticides.\n\n\n\nLow Maintenance & Durable: These plants are better equipped to handle local weather extremes compared to non-native plants. \n\n\n\n\nWe are offering a tax free day for all purchases.  Early admittance at 9:00 am for members of:  Native Plant Society\, Kerrville Chapter; Riverside Nature Center; Texas Master Naturalist\, Hill Country Chapter
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/spring-native-plant-sale-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260104T154137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T023223Z
UID:10006175-1776506400-1776513600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Trinity Forks Chapter 2026 Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm or sellout \n\n\n\nLocation: Trietsch Memorial United Methodist Church\, 6101 Morriss Road\, Flower Mound. We’ll be right at the entrance to the parking lots\, so don’t miss these great opportunity to get your native plants! \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please visit our Plant Sale page \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-2026-spring-plant-sale/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144311
CREATED:20260305T034324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T034325Z
UID:10006540-1776506400-1776513600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Lake Mineral Wells State Park Pollinator Garden Work Day\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Mineral Wells\, Saturday\, 4/18/2026 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! 🌿🌸 \n\n\n\nVolunteer hours count towards Texas Master Naturalist and Texas Master Gardeners.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lake-mineral-wells-state-park-pollinator-garden-work-day-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-mineral-wells-saturday-4-18-2026-at-10-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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