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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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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
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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
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T220954Z
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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
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T220325Z
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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:20260404T090123
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T130350Z
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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:20260404T090123
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
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CREATED:20250102T024058Z
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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:20260404T090123
CREATED:20250129T220336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T221726Z
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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:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250212T204810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T204812Z
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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:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250212T212023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T214132Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20241217T162933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T005357Z
UID:10004386-1740419100-1740427200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Native Grasses and Soil Health - chapter meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Doug Dalglish\, “Native Grasses and Soil Health” \, Social 5:45 pm\, Business 6:15 pm\, Program at 6:30 pm at New Braunfels Public library meeting room. Zoom link and passcode in newsletter and on website.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-grasses-and-soil-health-chapter-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20241128T004147Z
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-5/2025-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
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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/49257/2025-02-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20241217T141000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T011929Z
UID:10003749-1740474000-1740481200@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-4/2025-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250220T040512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T041122Z
UID:10005034-1740506400-1740510000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:NPSOT President Ricky Linex Interview with Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller on RFD-TV - Tue Feb 25
DESCRIPTION:Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller discovers the beauty and benefits of native plants to Texas with NPSOT President Ricky Linex. \n\n\n\nFind how to watch RFD-TV in your area at https://www.rfdtv.com/find-us-on-tv \n\n\n\n\nSid Miller\n\n\n\nRicky Linex
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-president-ricky-linex-interview-with-texas-ag-commissioner-sid-miller-on-rfd-tv/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250209T225008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T225009Z
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SUMMARY:Owls - Working the Night Shift\, Cross Timbers Chapter Meeting (Weatherford)- Tuesday 2/25/2025
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to have Michael Perez\, Natural Scientist Supervisor at the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge joining us again for February’s meeting! His presentation OWLS – Working the Night Shift\, will take us on a dive into the natural history of owls by discussing their adaptations and learning about owls in our area and their interaction with native flora. \n\n\n\nMichael is a graduate of Texas A&M University where he received a BS in Wildlife & Fisheries Sciences. Michael also has a M. Ed. from Tarleton State University in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in Instructional Technology. At the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge (FWNC&R)\, he has been the Natural Scientist Supervisor for the last 9.5 years. The previous 8 years he has served as a Naturalist. Prior to assuming his career for the FWNC&R\, Michael has worked with many agencies such as Universities (the University of Missouri-Columbia and the University of Georgia-Athens)\, a Non-Profit environmental organization (HawkWatch International out of Salt Lake City\, UT)\, and for the State of Georgia in the Department of Natural Resources. Michael’s area of interest is birds. When he is not working\, you can find him hiking along a path looking and listening.   \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.  Native plant swap
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/owls-working-the-night-shift-cross-timbers-chapter-meeting-weatherford-tuesday-2-25-2025/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T200000
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SUMMARY:Let’s Get Growing - Fredericksburg chapter meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us February 25 in person or with YouTube channel to learn to propagate plants with Jonathan Watt\, president of the local chapter’s Board of Directors. Committed to people planting native plants\, he will speak about propagating your own native plants to use in your landscape. Watt’s presentation will include everything from seed collection\, cleaning\, stratifying\, sowing\, and transplanting\, to the general care of young plants. Pictures of his materials in the set-up he uses will help us plan our own adventure in propagation. We meet at St. Joseph’s Halle\, 212 W San Antonio St. in Fredericksburg.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lets-get-growing-fredericksburg-chapter-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250215T033919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T040544Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Chapter Meeting - Get to know Austin chapter members - Feb 25
DESCRIPTION:This will be a hybrid meeting\, with both in-person and virtual options. The in-person location is Lakewood Clubhouse (off 360) location at 7317 Lakewood Drive\, Austin\, TX 78750. If the parking lot is full\, you can park along the street on both sides. Socializing starts at 6:30\, and the meeting begins at 7:00pm. \n\n\n\nThis month’s speaker is… you! \n\n\n\nThis month\, we are inviting members to share their favorite plants\, plant photos and stories with others as a fun way to really get to know each other and what our Chapter does. Here are some ideas of what you could share: \n\n\n\n\nPick a favorite plant and share a photo and a little information about it.* (See details below!)  \n\n\n\nHave you been a long time member of NPSOT? Tell us a story from the past about our history!\n\n\n\nDo you have a few photos to share of your native plants from last spring\, being visited by a pollinator\, or on a snowy day? We want to see them!\n\n\n\nOur meeting will be held during National Invasive Species Week\, so we would especially love to hear how you have fought and removed invasive plants. Do you have any tips to share? \n\n\n\nYou can choose a specific invasive plant to highlight and tell us what’s important to know about it.* (See details below.)\n\n\n\nWhat part of NPSOT has been interesting or helpful to you that others should know about? \n\n\n\nHave you been involved with a restoration or gardening event?\n\n\n\nDo you work with native plants as part of your job?\n\n\n\nDon’t forget to let us know a little bit about you\, too!\n\n\n\nYou are even welcome to create a short video to share with us. \n\n\n\n\nDetails:  Please keep your presentation brief\, around 3 minutes\, so we have time to get to everyone interested in sharing. You can speak live during the meeting (from Zoom or in the meeting room)\, or prepare video or audio in advance. You can send submissions to austin.npsot@gmail.com  * If you want to pick a plant species to educate us on\, please email us in advance to see if someone else has claimed that plant\, so we don’t get too much repeated information on the same plant!  \n\n\n\nDeadline: Submit photos/videos/audio by Saturday\, February 22 so we have time to assemble them. If we have time for additional stories and photos\, anyone wanting to share can do so following those who submitted in advance. Questions? Contact austin.npsot@gmail.com \n\n\n\nClick here to register for the virtual meeting option. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. You will also get an email reminder the day prior to the meeting.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/austin-chapter-meeting-15/
LOCATION:Lakewood Clubhouse\, 7317 Lakewood Dr.\, Austin\, Texas\, 78750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250127T203459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T221721Z
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SUMMARY:San Antonio Chapter Meeting - Bringing the Natural World Home Using Native Plants: A Personal Journey
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 Craig Hensley – Naturalist and EducatorBringing the Natural World Home Using Native Plants: A Personal Journey\n\n\n\nThe use of native plants in landscaping our yards\, parks and elsewhere continues to grow in popularity. The challenge for many comes in how to start\, where to get plants\, and how to best care for them. Naturalist and educator Craig Hensley will share his journey into the world of native plants\, from growing them to enjoying the flush of pollinators and other critters that were invited back\, as a result. He’ll share his observations of what species seem preferred by his “new neighbors\,” as well as what you might expect by venturing into this life and community-altering adventure. \n\n\n\nCraig Hensley is a lifelong learner\, naturalist and educator\, having spent more than 40 years engaging audiences from Minnesota to Texas about the wonders of the natural world from birds and butterflies to the night sky\, native plants\, and everything in-between. He has developed a knack for growing a wide variety of native plants and through those planted in his and wife Terry Lashley’s yard has invited a ever-increasing diversity of fauna\, from bees\, butterflies\, flies\, wasps\, moths and beetles to those critters that eat them\, and those that eat those. Craig has a B.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife Management and a M.S. in Zoology\, and has worked for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for more than a decade\, as an interpreter and resource specialist at Guadalupe River State Park and for the past five years as one of two Texas Nature Trackers Biologists. He is father to son Dr. Noah Hensley\, PhD. and daughter Dr. Jennifer Hensley\, a pediatrician\, and grandfather to four girls and one boy. \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-brining-the-natural-world-home-using-native-plants-a-personal-journey/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250219T224213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T224215Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Get Growing: Learn to Propagate Native Seeds & Plants
DESCRIPTION:Jonathan Watt\, President\, NPSOT Fredericksburg chapter\, will speak about propagating native plants to use in your landscape at the next chapter meeting. He will talk about seed collection\, cleaning\, stratifying\, sowing\, transplanting and the general care of young plants. He’ll also include pictures of his set-up and the materials he uses. The chapter meeting on February 25 starts with a social time at 6:30 and the presentation begins at 7 p.m. \n\n\n\n“I have always been fascinated by seeds and the miracle of the plants growing from them\,” stated Watt. “I’m looking forward to sharing my many years of experience growing from seed and other propagation methods.” \n\n\n\nWatt has been deeply involved with plants\, from botanic garden-sponsored expeditions in Central and South America collecting and studying Aroids (houseplants like philodendrons and pothos)\, to taxonomy\, landscape design\, installation and maintenance\, plant collection and propagation. He has a deep commitment to encouraging more people in Gillespie County to grow Texas native plants.NPSOT Fredericksburg holds its monthly meetings on the 4th Tuesday of the month at St. Joseph’s Halle (212 W. San Antonio St.\, Fredericksburg). There is a social time with snacks at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7 p.m. \n\n\n\nThe public is invited to attend in person and via online streaming (https://www.youtube.com/@fredericksburgtexasnativeg4884). More information is online at Facebook (@fbgtxnpsot)\, Instagram (@npsot_fredericksburg_chapter)\, and https://npsot.org/chapters/fredericksburg/. Meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lets-get-growing-learn-to-propagate-native-seeds-plants/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250216T173556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T173615Z
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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 in 2025.  \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 in 2025. \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-2/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20240731T212734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T050306Z
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SUMMARY:Ned Fritz: Founder of Nature Preservation in Texas\, and Short Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Amy Martin\, an experienced journalist and nature author\, will present her latest work about Ned Fritz\, a prominent Texas environmentalist. Her presentation will highlight Fritz’s significant contributions to nature preservation\, including his efforts to save the Trinity River and the Great Trinity Forest. Through captivating storytelling and excerpts from Fritz’s nature poetry\, Amy will inspire attendees to appreciate and protect the natural world. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n6:30pm – Social time7:00pm – Zoom opens and meeting begins \n\n\n\nOpen to the public. \n\n\n\nWe will be meeting at ServeDenton\, 306 N Loop 288\, Denton\, as well as via Zoom.  We hope you can join our meeting in person. If you can’t join us in person\, we invite you to our Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nZOOM PARTICIPANTS ONLY: Please Register in advance for this meeting: \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O3MOpFeKTYmq7lwngfH2HA \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/educational-program-and-short-business-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Business Meeting,Chapter Meeting,Community Outreach,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250126T224448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T224449Z
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SUMMARY:Outreach - Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Location:  20634 Kenswick Dr\, Humble\, TX 77338-2003 \n\n\n\n\n\nContact:  AliciaMein211@gmail.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-jesse-h-jones-park-and-nature-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250218T012425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T044806Z
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SUMMARY:Cibolo Center for Conservation -Sisterdale Sanctuary - Open House
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a Sneak Peek of the Sisterdale Sanctuary at 1250 FM 473\, Boerne\, TX 78006.  \n\n\n\nCome explore the sanctuary and learn more about the future plans for the property\, from restoration to research\, and how you can help. \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by the Cibolo Center for Conservation \n\n\n\nTalk at 11:30 am \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP: Carolyn@cibolo.org
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/cibolo-center-for-conservation-sisterdale-sanctuary-open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250126T224017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T224018Z
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SUMMARY:Outreach - MOCO Outdoor Home and Living Show
DESCRIPTION:More information will follow. \n\n\n\nLocation:  The Lone Star Convention & Expo Center is located at 9055 Airport Road (formerly FM 1484) in Conroe\, TX 77303. Take Exit #89 (N Farm to Market 3083 Rd West) off of Interstate 45. Go East on 3083\, approximately 3.6 miles to Airport Rd. Go north (or left)\, and the convention center will be almost immediately on the left (west). \n\n\n\nMOCO Outdoor Home and Living Show for full schedule
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-moco-outdoor-home-and-living-show/2025-03-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250126T224017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T224018Z
UID:10004632-1740913200-1740934800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Outreach - MOCO Outdoor Home and Living Show
DESCRIPTION:More information will follow. \n\n\n\nLocation:  The Lone Star Convention & Expo Center is located at 9055 Airport Road (formerly FM 1484) in Conroe\, TX 77303. Take Exit #89 (N Farm to Market 3083 Rd West) off of Interstate 45. Go East on 3083\, approximately 3.6 miles to Airport Rd. Go north (or left)\, and the convention center will be almost immediately on the left (west). \n\n\n\nMOCO Outdoor Home and Living Show for full schedule
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-moco-outdoor-home-and-living-show/2025-03-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250204T034423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T034425Z
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SUMMARY:Clear Lake Chapter Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our Chapter Board\, which includes officers and committee chairs\, meets the first Monday of each month to discuss chapter business and plan future events. \n\n\n\nChapter board meetings are open to the public. Request Zoom meeting information at clear-lake-chapter@npsot.org.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/clear-lake-chapter-board-meeting-2/2025-03-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
CREATED:20250304T203047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T203049Z
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SUMMARY:Outreach:  John Fairey Plant Sale and Budding Out Festival
DESCRIPTION:Contact PinesandPrairiesNPSOT@Gmail.Com to volunteer at and carpool to event. \n\n\n\nJoin us rain or shine at The John Fairey Garden on Saturday\, March 15th\, for our annual Budding Out Plant Sale and Festival\, a premier plant sale that offers rare and hard to find plants from The John Fairey Garden nursery and other select plant vendors from the region. We will offer rare plants suitable for the most discerning plant collector or distinctive plants for the beginning gardener. We will also have a curated selection of artisans\, food\, drink\, garden-related presentations\, and free tours of The John Fairey Garden. \n\n\n\nEVENT INFO\n\n\n\nAdmission is $5 for members\, $10 for non-members. Children under 12 are free. Gates will open at 8 am. Member access will be from 9am – 4pm; general public access will be from 10am – 4 pm. \n\n\n\nEvent will be held rain or shine. \n\n\n\nLocation:  20559 FM 359 Road\, Hempstead\, TX 77445
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/outreach-john-fairey-plant-sale-and-budding-out-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090124
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-4/2025-03-04/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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