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SUMMARY:Pines and Prairies Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details will be emailed to members
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pines-and-prairies-chapter-meeting-8/2025-09-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
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SUMMARY:Wild Spices: Adding a Taste of Native Texas to Your Table - September 18
DESCRIPTION:Early traders could have saved themselves a lot of time and trouble traveling around the world in search of spices if they had just come to Texas. Our rich plant diversity is filled with wonderful\, native seasoning and spice plants that will satisfy even the most demanding palate. Join internationally recognized foraging instructor and author Dr. Mark Vorderbruggen aka “Merriwether” for a dive into his favorite wild herbs for jazzing up his meals and soon yours! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker \n\n\n\nDr. Vorderbruggen is a preacher of cavemanosity\, forever trying to help people’s health by teaching them what their bodies need based on their ancient evolution. To do this\, he first lures you in with the edible and medicinal plants that still surround us\, followed by opening your eyes to nature\, humans\, and why they co-evolved to need each other. This has led to books\, magazine articles\, hundreds of interviews and nearly 1000 speaking engagements over the last 20 years. When not doing that\, he still creates nature-based products for companies ranging from snack foods to painting chemicals. \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/wild-spices-adding-a-taste-of-native-texas-to-your-table-september-18/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T023659Z
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SUMMARY:Monarch Butterfly Tent with Native Plants - Hummingbird Celebration
DESCRIPTION:at the Fulton Community Center
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/monarch-butterfly-tent-with-native-plants-hummingbird-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale by Mid-Coast Texas Master Naturalists - Hummingbird Celebration
DESCRIPTION:at the Fulton Community Center
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-plant-sale-by-mid-coast-texas-master-naturalists-hummingbird-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T110000
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SUMMARY:Lake Mineral Wells State Park Pollinator Garden Work Day\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Mineral Wells\, Saturday\, 9/20/2025 at 9 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-9-20-2025-at-9-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250910T235949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T235950Z
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SUMMARY:Outreach: Parks for Pollinators Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our booth to chat with Angela\, Peggy\, Nancy\, Martha\, and Karen. Learn about native plants and why they are important. Seed giveaway when available and while supplies last. \n\n\n\nAs a part of this event\, the City of Pasadena will be providing free admission to the first 100 people through the ABNC gate. After the first 100\, guests can enter with regular admission for non-members. \n\n\n\nLocationArmand Bayou Nature Center8500 Bay Area BlvdPasadena\, TX 77507
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-parks-for-pollinators-bioblitz-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250311T025622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T025624Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie Rose Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter meeting at the Somervell County Citizens Center\, 209 SW Barnard Street in Glen Rose. The meetings are free and open to visitors.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/prairie-rose-chapter-meeting/2025-09-22/
LOCATION:Somervell County Citizens Center\, 209 SW Barnard Street\, Glen Rose\, Texas\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T151433Z
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SUMMARY:Bastrop County Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter meeting. Our meetings are hybrid. You can join us in person at the Bastrop Public Library in the Pressley Conference Room or virtually via Zoom.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/bastrop-county-chapter-meeting-5/2025-09-22/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250822T171602Z
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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting - All about the plants at the Fall Plant Sale by Deedy Wright
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/chapter-meeting-all-about-the-plants-at-the-fall-plant-sale-by-deedy-wright/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
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SUMMARY:
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/49257/2025-09-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
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-4/2025-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250906T175844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T180036Z
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SUMMARY:Fire on the Prairie - How Fire shapes Ecosystems and Plant Communities\, Cross Timbers Chapter Meeting (Weatherford)- Tuesday 9/23/2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for September’s meeting of the Cross Timbers Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. Returning guest\, Michael Perez of the Fort Worth Nature Center\, will present on the role of prescribed fire in shaping ecosystems and plant communities\, with a special focus on the fire history of the Fort Worth Nature Center. We’ll explore how past fires have impacted the local plant life\, how prescribed burns are carried out\, and why fire is an essential tool for maintaining healthy prairies\, forests\, and wetlands. Discover how the return of fire to the land supports native biodiversity and keeps our ecology thriving! \n\n\n\nSee less \n\n\n\nMeeting Details: \n\n\n\n6:00pm Chapter Business Meeting \n\n\n\n6:30pm Monthly Feature Presentation \n\n\n\nThis educational event is open to the public. \n\n\n\nLocation: Mount Pleasant Historical School\, 213 Raymond George Way\, Weatherford\, Texas. \n\n\n\n\n6:00 p.m. Chapter Business Meeting and Update on Native Plant Sale\n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. Bat Presentation
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/fire-on-the-prairie-how-fire-shapes-ecosystems-and-plant-communities-cross-timbers-chapter-meeting-weatherford-tuesday-9-23-2025/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250721T215414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T232836Z
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SUMMARY:San Antonio Chapter Meeting September 2025
DESCRIPTION:Arrive at 6:30pm to share or find native plants at the Plants x Donation table. \n\n\n\nThis will be a “hybrid” meeting\, attend in-person or online. \n\n\n\n\nIn person: The Gathering Center at the Urban Ecology Center at Phil Hardberger Park\, 8400 NW Military Hwy\n\n\n\nOnline: Please register in advance to attend via Zoom.\n\n\n\n\nPresentation by Cleveland Powell\, Brad Weir\, Juan Soulas Conservation Planners at SAWSCultivating Water Savings with Native Plants\, A Retrospective of SAWS Conservation\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to saving water in a rapidly growing and drought-prone service area\, SAWS Conservation’s thinking about what works in SA landscapes has changed a lot even in the past twenty years. While native plants and the gardeners that love them have always been an important part of conservation messaging\, their availability has improved dramatically from what was once a somewhat niche market\, with many more options available from plant vendors. Looking at whether WaterSaver plants once recommended are still thriving in today’s conditions\, Cleve Powell\, Juan Soulas and Brad Wier will discuss how SAWS is using native plants to update its programs today. \n\n\n\nIf you are attending in person\, there is no need to register. However\, if you are attending via Zoom\, please register here before the meeting begins as late registration and entry will not be allowed. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n\n\n\nNote: The Zoom recording will be available within days after the meeting on our  YouTube channel.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/san-antonio-chapter-meeting-september-2025/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250908T173511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T202026Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation Tips: Controlling Invasives\, How to Know Your Soil Type – Fredericksburg chapter Sept 23
DESCRIPTION:Warren Day\, the USDA District Conservationist in Fredericksburg and our speaker for the month of September\, highlights the conservation services that support our goals in restoring native plants. He has been part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)\, throughout west Texas for 15 years\, serving in Gillespie Country for the last 7 years. \n\n\n\n\n\n“We’re working hard at NCRS to educate the public on how to be part of the conservation solution\,” said Day. “I’m looking forward to sharing tips on how homeowners and landowners can control invasive species and use our soil information to keep our water clean and abundant\, our soils healthy\, and have resilient landscapes and thriving agricultural communities.” \n\n\n\n“Mr. Day will share potential control methods for a variety of invasive non-native plants and demonstrate how to use the NRCS’ Web Soil Survey to map soils and obtain data that is useful to home and landowners.” JonathanWatt\, Fredericksburg chapter president\, said\, “We can all do our part to voluntarily conserve our resources\, and he’ll share some great tips about how to do that.”
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/conservation-tips-controlling-invasives-how-to-know-your-soil-type-fredericksburg-chapter-sept-23/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Hybrid chapter meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250912T210319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210321Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Riverside Nature Center on the back porch for a morning of nature exploration\, drawing\, photography and journaling.  No experience or artistic talent necessary.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/nature-journaling-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250215T203641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T210403Z
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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\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/museum-of-texas-handmade-furniture-demonstration-garden-workday-2/2025-09-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20240810T135614Z
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SUMMARY:Bringing More Native Plants to our Communities - Trinity Forks 2024 Grants Recipient Reports and Short Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear how recipients of grants from Trinity Forks have used the funds to get more native plants in the ground in public places: \n\n\n\n\nThe Seed Library at the Town of Flower Mound\n\n\n\nBerm Restoration – Parks of Corinth HOA\n\n\n\nJosey Ranch Pocket Prairie “Soft Landings” – Denton County Master Gardener Association\n\n\n\nLantana Monarch Waystation \n\n\n\nReseeding the Mound Frontage\n\n\n\n\n6:30pm – Social time7:00pm – Zoom opens and meeting begins \n\n\n\nOpen to the public. \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join our meeting in person at TWU’s  Ann Stuart Science Complex.  Campus parking is open after 6:00pm. \n\n\n\nIf you can’t join us in person\, we invite you to our Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nZOOM PARTICIPANTS ONLY: Please Register in advance for this meeting: \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O3MOpFeKTYmq7lwngfH2HA \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/trinity-forks-educational-program-and-short-business-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Business Meeting,Chapter Meeting,Community Outreach,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
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SUMMARY:Avian Migration Patterns
DESCRIPTION:We see our gardens magically bloom in sync with bird migrations every Spring and Fall. More and more\, we are learning to garden for wildlife\, not merely for our enjoyment. But there is still so much we have to learn. Come spend an evening with someone seeking answers\, Dr. Andrea Contina\, Assistant Professor\, School of Integrative Biological and Chemical Sciences at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. \n\n\n\nDr. Contina studies avian communities and their movements across North and Central America. At Contina Lab\, Dr. Contina and his students study the ecological mechanisms underlying species resilience under local and global change\, with emphasis on migratory populations. Their research informs conservation plans that increases wildlife protection\, sustainable resource management\, and creates opportunities for interdisciplinary education in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. \n\n\n\n(You may have seen Dr. Contina on the news last week regarding their SONAR project.)
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/avian-migration-patterns/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250418T150225Z
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SUMMARY:Grasses of Phil Hardberger Park (Read WARNING note)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Phil Hardberger Park\, 8400 NW Military Hwy\, San Antonio\, TX 78231 \n\n\n\nWARNING: Be sure to wear long pants. Bring water and a hat as well as use a heavy amount of repellent and sunscreen. We may be walking in the sun\, on grassy areas prone to chiggers! \n\n\n\nThe purposes of our event include appreciating the beauty of our natural area\, observing how nature changes through the seasons\, and learning about our native and invasive grasses. \n\n\n\nOur presenter is Cleve Powell\, NPSOT-SA member\, a self-described plant nerd heavy into collecting\, identifying\, and propagating natives. With an MS from TCU in Environmental Science\, his expertise in grass identification is only exceeded by his willingness to share knowledge. This will give you a chance to see more grass and more fully-developed grasses\, especially grass inflorescences\, than is possible earlier in the year as well as see the progress expanding our savanna area. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive by 7:45 am to sign up for an 8:00 am start. The event begins with a talk in the small classroom covering What is a grass\, grass and spikelet structure\, and grass terminology. There will be pictures of the common grasses seen on the savanna\, with close ups of the structural characteristics that help ID the grasses. After the talk we will walk in the savanna restoration area and some grassy areas of adjoining trails. There will be brief explanations of grass species encountered along the way with ample time for participant questions. \n\n\n\nMinors only when accompanied by an adult parent/guardian. Dogs not allowed as the talk is in the small classroom. DIFFICULTY: Easy\, definitely suitable for families. Flat terrain\, slow-paced. This will only be about a one mile walk and with the talk last about two and a half hours ending back at the Urban Ecology Center around 10:30 am \n\n\n\nThe trail is a natural surface so be sure to wear sturdy shoes and\, dependent on the weather\, bring water\, sun protection\, and dress appropriate for the day and season. Suggested $3 individual or $5 family donations to the PHP Conservancy to support enhancements to the park. \n\n\n\nThis event’s general sponsors are the Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy\, the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department’s Natural Areas Office\, the Alamo Area Master Naturalists\, and the Alamo Group of the Sierra Club. The SA chapter of The Native Plant Society of Texas is a special sponsor. \n\n\n\nContact Stan Drezek (stanwendre@gmail.com) for additional information or questions. \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND RSVP
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/grasses-of-phil-hardberger-park-read-warning-note/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250906T175055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T175057Z
UID:10005621-1758963600-1758970800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Chandor Nature Trail "Spruce Up"\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Weatherford\, Saturday\, 9/27/2025 at 9 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Spruce Up Days\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for the Chandor Nature Trail “Spruce Up” volunteer day from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.  Late comers are welcome. Interested volunteers can contact Cross Timbers trail steward Christie Tull\, at greenwoodfarminc@aol.com or call 817-307-9307.  See you on the trail! \n\n\n\nIf you can’t do manual labor be an education liason – community service volunteers need guidance to introduce them to the nature trail’s needs and to help identify plants. You can play an important role helping educate and supervising the volunteers. We will hold the August workday Saturday\, September 27th from 9:00 – 11:00. \n\n\n\nVolunteer hours count towards Texas Master Naturalist and Texas Master Gardeners. \n\n\n\nAbout the Nature Trail\n\n\n\nChandor Nature Trail is just under one mile long and is open for hikers and their leashed dogs free of charge during Chandor Garden hours. The Garden’s address is 711 W Lee Street in Weatherford.  
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/chandor-nature-trail-spruce-up-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-weatherford-saturday-9-27-2025-at-9-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250727T013719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T003729Z
UID:10005440-1758963600-1758981600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Sept. 27 Lakes & Pines Chapter Fall 2025 Native Plant Sale at Yantis Prairie Day
DESCRIPTION:The Lakes and Pines Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will be having a Fall native plant sale at the Yantis Prairie Day\, 124 West Oak in Yantis\, Tx. Join us in the fun and festivities at the Yantis Prairie Day and take home some native Texas plants! September 27\, 9:00am – 2:00pm. \n\n\n\nFor more info\, click HERE.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lakes-pines-chapter-fall-2025-native-plant-sale-2/
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250805T003944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T032554Z
UID:10005457-1758963600-1758985200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Wildscapes: After Dark - September 27\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Wildscapes Workshop and Native Plant Sale is our annual one-day educational event and local native plant sale. This year’s theme is After Dark\, focusing on the intersection of native habitats and their nocturnal inhabitants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReturn to Houston Chapter Page
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/wildscapes-after-dark-september-27-2025/
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale,Virtual,Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250822T171323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T234236Z
UID:10005606-1758965400-1759015800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Natives 101 class teaching basic info about native plants
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/natives-101-class-teaching-basic-info-about-native-plants/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250817T161112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T161114Z
UID:10005588-1758967200-1758985200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Wildscapes Workshop!
DESCRIPTION:What is a “wildscape”? A wildscape is simply a landscape designed to provide habitat for wildlife from bees and butterflies to birds and beyond\, supporting a healthy community based on natural relationships.  Want to learn more?  Event details and registration can be found here.  Native Plant Society of Texas \n\n\n\nOn September 27th\, the Lindheimer Chapter will commemorate its 25th Anniversary by hosting a Wildscapes Workshop at the Tye Preston Memorial Library\, located at 16311 S. Access Road\, Canyon Lake\, Texas.  This all-day event includes educational presentations\, guided native plant walks\, a raffle\, and a native plant sale ends the day.  Workshop attendees will have exclusive early access to the plant sale. \n\n\n\nDavid Will\, our chapter’s founding President\, and Sara Torres\, our current Chapter President\, will open the Workshop.  Presentations include: \n\n\n\nNessa Spence of Ripples and Roots Wildscaping and MicroLife will present: The Soil Solution: Restoring Texas Wildscapes with Underground Ecology. \n\n\n\nSusan James (NPSOT\, Master Naturalist) will present: Surrendering to Nature: Getting More by Doing Less\, an anecdotal and site-specific presentation. \n\n\n\nAndrea DeLong-Amaya\, Director of Horticulture at the LBJ Wildflower Center will present: Beauty and the Bees: Understanding pollinators and designing landscapes to support them.  She is also the author of The Texas Native Plant Primer: 225 Plants for an Earth-Friendly Garden.  Copies of her book will be available for sale as part of the event and attendees will have the opportunity to get their copies signed. \n\n\n\nCheck-in begins at 9:30 AM\, the event begins at 10:00\, and ends with a plant sale.  Workshop attendees will have exclusive early access to the plant sale. \n\n\n\nPricing: \n\n\n\n\nMember: $50\n\n\n\nNon-Member: $65\n\n\n\n\nThe registration fee includes refreshments and a boxed lunch.  Those that register by September 12th will receive a free event t-shirt.  Please bring your water bottle\, sunscreen\, and dress appropriately for the outdoor guided plant walk. \n\n\n\nProceeds from the event will benefit the expansion of the Native Seed Library Program statewide and the Native Plant Rescue Project\, currently expanding into Comal County.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/wildscapes-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20241217T141000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T011929Z
UID:10003780-1759222800-1759230000@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-4/2025-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250729T172520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T003515Z
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SUMMARY:Oct. 1 Lakes & Pines Chapter Meeting: "Milkweed 101 - Growing Milkweed From Seeds" presentation/workshop with Diana Black
DESCRIPTION:For more info\, click HERE
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lakes-pines-chapter-meeting-milkweed-101-growing-milkweed-from-seeds-presentation-workshop-by-diana-black/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250622T182651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251225T021812Z
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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-3/2025-10-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250215T195243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T195316Z
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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. The garden is located at 4831 FM 2673\, Canyon Lake\, TX.  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-5/2025-10-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250919T152132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T152134Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the RGV Chapter - Native Plant Society of Texas
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \n\n\n\nTime to find your gloves and sharpen your shovel. It’s planting time in the RGV! \n\n\n\nCome learn why now is the best time to plant in the RGV and what do we mean by ‘right plant; right place’. You’ll also learn more about the Native Plant Society of Texas\, our Chapter in South Texas\, and prepare yourself for our Spring offering of classes as part of our Native Landscape Certification Program. \n\n\n\nHope to see you there!
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/meet-the-rgv-chapter-native-plant-society-of-texas/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210851
CREATED:20250924T022043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T022045Z
UID:10005677-1759428000-1759433400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:OCTOBER CHAPTER MEETING- October 2nd- “How Earth’s Changing Climate is Changing Ecosystems”
DESCRIPTION:October’s presentation provides context for our Society’s efforts to protect and sustain Texas ecosystems into a future being changed by climate. Speaker Vince Cronin has studied\, researched\, taught and worked in applied Geoscience since 1975.  A licensed professional geologist in Texas as well as nationally certified\, he is also the author of the most widely used laboratory textbook in physical geology and co-creator of its chapter on Earth’s dynamic climate.  \n\n\n\nPost Oak NPSOT October 2025 meeting
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/october-chapter-meeting-october-2nd-how-earths-changing-climate-is-changing-ecosystems/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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