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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-4/2025-04-08/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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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-2/2025-04-07/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T170000
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Month
DESCRIPTION:During the month of April\, people and organizations across the country can celebrate native plants in April by planting native trees\, shrubs\, perennials\, vines and grasses\, planning educational events with schools and community organizations\, hosting hands-on workshops\, removing non-native invasive plants so native plants can thrive\, and restoring areas with native habitats to allow birds\, bees\, butterflies and all wildlife to flourish.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-plant-month/2025-04-07/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
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SUMMARY:Pines and Prairies Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Lone Star Native Plant Nursery\, 2701 Lone Star Parkway\, Montgomery \n\n\n\nVolunteer with this SignUpGenius link\, and view a plant list at https://www.lonestarnativenursery.com. Thanks and we’ll see ya there!
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pines-and-prairies-native-plant-sale-2/
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
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SUMMARY:NLCP Native Landscapes for Birds
DESCRIPTION:Location: Confluence Park\, 310 W Mitchell Street\, San Antonio\, TX 78204 \n\n\n\nSummary\n\n\n\nLearn about the benefits of native plants\, desirable plants for your area and design considerations for your landscape. NLCP is a state-wide program\, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants in the region in which they are taught. NOTE: The content is specific to the San Antonio area. \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nIn Person at Confluence Park – 310 W Mitchell Street\, SATX 78204 \n\n\n\nClass Outline:Native Landscapes for Birds is a companion class to the Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP). \n\n\n\nIn the class you will: \n\n\n\n\nLearn about the importance of birds and Texas’ role in bird migration\n\n\n\nIdentify threats to birds and steps to reduce them\n\n\n\nUnderstand the relationship between birds and native plants\n\n\n\nCreate and maintain bird-friendly native plant landscapes\n\n\n\nBecome familiar with up to 50 native Texas plants that benefit your local birds\n\n\n\n\nThere is no prerequisite for this class. \n\n\n\nNative Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) \n\n\n\nThe Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) is a four-level certification program that teaches the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Classes focus on the characteristics and plants of the region in which they are taught. Check it out. \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND REGISTER FEBRUARY 1 \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/nlcp-native-landscapes-for-birds/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250127T005723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T005724Z
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SUMMARY:Agrifest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/agrifest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T000000
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SUMMARY:Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) - Level 2 in Dallas
DESCRIPTION:Dallas Chapter will be offering Level 3 Certification Class to be held April 5 & 6\, 2025. NLCP / Level 3 Registration opens February 1st\, 2025 at 8:30am.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-landscape-certification-program-nlcp-level-2-in-dallas/
CATEGORIES:NLCP Native Landscape Certification Program,Virtual,Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250304T203734Z
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UID:10005042-1743782400-1743789600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Pines and Prairies Chapter - Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Lone Star Native Plant Nursery\, 2701 Lone Star Parkway\, Montgomery \n\n\n\nSignUpGenius to volunteer \n\n\n\nhttps://www.lonestarnativenursery.com for plant list!
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pines-and-prairies-native-plant-sale/
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250325T024711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T022812Z
UID:10005151-1743757200-1743782400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Spring Field Trip to the Welder Wildlife Foundation Wildflower Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Activities include education in wildflower ecology\, native plant collection on the private Welder Wildlife Refuge\, plant identification\, and plant preparation & pressing to create your own herbarium or plant material for craft projects. The $50 registration includes educational resources\, supplies and equipment\, and lunch. Follow this link to register online; welderwildlife.org   \n\n\n\nDirections to Welder Wildlife Foundation—From the intersection of Texas highways 188\, 181\, and 89 east of Sinton\, turn onto TX 89 and travel 2.0 miles to US 77. Turn right to enter the ramp onto US Hwy 77 north. Go 6.1 miles on 77 to the white Spanish-style gatehouse entrance to Welder. From Refugio\, go south on US 77 17.1 miles from the intersection of 77 and Alt 77/183. Turn at the white Spanish-style gatehouse and wait at the gate for the Welder escort 
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/spring-field-trip-to-the-welder-wildlife-foundation-wildflower-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20240808T134848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T193455Z
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SUMMARY:Nancy Wilson\, Pollination 301\, North Central Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Fort Worth Botanic Garden\, Rose Room \n\n\n\n\n3220 Botanic Garden Blvd\, Fort Worth\, Texas 76107 \n\n\n\n6:30 Socializing and snacks \n\n\n\n7:00 Business meeting and announcements \n\n\n\nThe presentation will follow our business meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is hybrid; in person with a virtual Zoom option. \n\n\nAdvance registration is required to receive the Zoom link: Zoom Registration \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/nancy-wilson-pollination-301-north-central-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250215T195243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T195316Z
UID:10004517-1743672600-1743678000@www.npsot.org
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-5/2025-04-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250129T024318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T222825Z
UID:10004657-1743670800-1743679800@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 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/2025-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250108T225701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T181743Z
UID:10004580-1743602400-1743607800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Lakes & Pines Chapter Meeting - "Native Habitat Management for Declining Birds" by Madison Washburn\, American Bird Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:Bird Conservation & Ways You Can Help
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/madison-washburn-american-bird-conservancy/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20240418T194626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T194856Z
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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/may-npsot-houston-board-meeting/2025-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="reba wiles":MAILTO:rwiles104@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20241212T000143Z
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SUMMARY:Collin County April Meeting - Design for Success with Native Seeds
DESCRIPTION:Our April 1 chapter program will be a hybrid meeting\, with attendance available at the Heard Museum in McKinney or via Zoom. The feature presentation will be by George Cates of Native American Seed on “Design for Success with Native Seed”. George will take us through the complete cycle for a native planting project: from initial planning\, site preparation\, implementation\, to maintenance and management. Learn and work with the cycles of nature to ensure beautiful diversity and an ecological legacy with every project. Plant native\, life depends on it. \n\n\n\nOur program starts at 6:30 for the testing of connections\, at 7:00\, our president\, Rodney Thomas\, will provide a short chapter update\, and then followed by our presentation. The Zoom link and codes (if necessary) are below: \n\n\n\n\nhttps://tinyurl.com/yn85nbzd\n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 885 5459 6572 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 571904\n\n\n\n\nFor in-person attendees\, the meeting is in Laughlin Hall at the Heard Museum. Enter through the door on the south side of the building. \n\n\n\nGeorge is a Restoration Specialist at Native American Seed. He started as an intern after graduating from Austin College in Sherman\, TX with a degree in Environmental Studies. He is among the many driving forces behind production systems on the farm\, offsite harvests\, and land restoration projects. His ability to read the land\, identify what it needs and create a comprehensive plan for its restoration is a huge part of Native American Seed’s success. \n\n\n\nHe has helped lead riparian restoration projects for San Antonio River Authority and U.S. Army Core of Engineers where NAS did extensive training with staff and created an Operations and Maintenance guide for the long-term care of the project. Other clients include IBM\, HEB Foundation\, Audubon Society\, Texas Parks and Wildlife and Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Preserve.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/collin-county-april-meeting-design-for-success-with-native-seeds/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20241214T014656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T002751Z
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SUMMARY:Boerne NPSOT Chapter Meeting\, Hunke Hall\, 33 Herff Farm Road\, 6:00-8:00
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Conservation Laws and Ethics \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Michael Mitchell\, TPWD Game Warden\, Retired \n\n\n\nJoin us for our monthly chapter meetings. You do not need to be a member to attend. We meet the first Tuesday of each month. \n\n\n\nOur meetings start with a social time at 6:00pm. Announcements will begin at 6:45pm\, followed by the presentation. For the social time\, please bring any snacks/appetizers/desserts that you would like to share. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location: Hunke Hall\, 33 Herff Farm Road\, Boerne
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/april-1-chapter-meeting-hunke-hall-33-herff-farm-road-600-800/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20241217T141000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T011929Z
UID:10003754-1743498000-1743505200@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-4/2025-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250127T181622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T221707Z
UID:10004646-1743242400-1743253200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:NPSOT Information Table at Good Earth Festival at Northern Hills UMC
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer to assist at the NPSOT information tabling at the Good Earth Festival at Northern Hills UMC.  One shift\, 10 am to 1 pm.  Two volunteers needed to work with lead.  AAMN approved.   \n\n\n\nTo register\, click here. 
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-information-table-at-good-earth-festival-at-northern-hills-umc/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250120T134255Z
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SUMMARY:NATIVE PLANT SALE IS HERE!
DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for Post Oak Native Plant Society Annual Plant Sale! More details to come! \n\n\n\nPost Oak Chapter Plant Sale March 29\, 9am -noon. Come join us!
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/coming-this-spring-native-plant-sale/
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20241206T172928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T055836Z
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Warren Ranch Saline Barrens
DESCRIPTION:OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\n\n\n\nMeeting Location: Meet approximately 0.5 miles south of Matt Cook Memorial Wildlife Viewing Platform on Warren Ranch Road in northwestern Harris County. The gate for this location is north of the intersection of Warren Ranch Road and Jack Road. GPS coordinates are: 29.96934\, -95.84305 \n\n\n\nThings To Bring: Closed toe shoes and bug spray are recommended. Please bring adequate hydration and other items you may require to be comfortable. It is anticipated that we will be in full sun the entire time\, so dress appropriately. \n\n\n\nField Trip Overview: This field trip will be focused on seeing rare species endemic to saline barrens that occur on the Texas coastal prairie. Jason Singhurst (Texas Parks and Wildlife Department biologist) described these habitats as the pyramid dropseed (Sporobolus pyramidatus)\, bristle-seed sand-spurrey (Spergularia echinosperma)\, narrowleaf marsh elder (Iva angustifolia)\, and Texas prairie dawn (Hymenoxys texana) herbaceous vegetation community of the Houston Saline Prairie. There are several other unique species that we may find including Texas windmill grass (Chloris texensis) and Texas Willkommia (Willkommia texana). The below talk by the field trip leader on YouTube and paper by Singhurst are suggested reference material to review prior to field trip to help participants understand these unique systems. \n\n\n\nAdditional Flora Information: https://www.phytoneuron.net/2014Phytoneuron/19PhytoN-Hymenoxystexana.pdf \n\n\n\nField Trip Leader’s Talk About Saline Barrens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgbwKeKJwoI&t=1223s \n\n\n\nAdditional Site Information: https://www.coastalprairieconservancy.org/ \n\n\n\n\nRegistration required – click here\n\n\n\n\nWaiver to Fill Out: https://www.coastalprairieconservancy.org/waiver-of-liability-release-and-indemnity-and-media-release-form \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.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/field-trip-warren-ranch-saline-barrens/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Tour of Galveston Bay Foundation's EcoCenter & Turtle Bayou Property
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 29 \n\n\n\n\n8:15 a.m. – Meet at the Environmental Institute of Houston for carpooling\n\n\n\n9:00 a.m. – Arrive at the EcoCenter; tour until 11:00 a.m.\n\n\n\n11:00 a.m. – Depart for Turtle Bayou parking lot\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m. – Arrive at Turtle Bayou; tour prairie area for 1–2 hours\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, March 29\, for a guided tour of the GBF EcoCenter with Carter Clay. Located northeast of Baytown\, this site has long been a hub for plant propagation and potting and is now expanding its efforts to include marsh restoration. \n\n\n\nCarter will lead a two-hour in-depth tour of the EcoCenter. Additionally\, he is offering to host a visit to the Galveston Bay Foundation’s Turtle Bayou property\, a lesser-known corridor rich in wildflowers. He describes the area as providing a unique perspective on the area’s prairie\, with a nearby exposed midden where indigenous hand tools have been discovered as recently as six months ago. This optional\, but highly recommended tour\, includes an additional 25-minute drive\, a 1/3-mile walk\, and a guided visit lasting 1–2 hours\, depending on the group’s interest. \n\n\n\nLunch will not be provided\, nor will it be easy to obtain. Bring your own lunch and water. There are no designated dining facilities\, so plan to eat on the hood of your car\, inside your vehicle\, or wherever is most convenient \n\n\n\nPlease register and submit a waiver by March 29. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation – Directions to UHCL-EIHMeet at UHCL-EIH to carpoolParking lot D4 near UHCL Entrance 3
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/field-trip-tour-of-galveston-bay-foundations-ecocenter-turtle-bayou-property/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T150000
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SUMMARY:NLCP Nivel 1: Introduccíon a los Paisajes Nativos
DESCRIPTION:Location: San Antonio River Authority\, 100 E Guenther Street\, San Antonio\, TX 78204 \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nThis will be a pilot class to a limited audience. \n\n\n\nConozca los beneficios de las plantas nativas\, las plantas deseables para su área y las consideraciones de diseño para su jardín. NLCP es un programa estatal\, pero las clases se enfocan en las características y plantas de la región en la que se enseñan. Este programa fue diseñado por la Sociedad de Plantas Nativas de Texas para enseñar a las personas sobre el paisajismo de su jardín con plantas nativas. \n\n\n\nNivel 1 – Introducción a los Paisajes Nativos\n\n\n\n\nAprende el valor de incluir y preservar las plantas autóctonas en los paisajes\n\n\n\nComprender las diferencias entre el desarrollo sostenible y el convencional\n\n\n\nDescubra la ecorregión\, la vegetación y el suelo de Texas.\n\n\n\nFamiliarízate con 45 plantas nativas de Texas recomendadas para tu jardín y 5 plantas que debes evitar\n\n\n\n\nEl Nivel 1 es un requisito previo para los Niveles 2 y 3. El Nivel 1 no es necesario para el Nivel 4\, que se puede tomar como una clase independiente. Los Niveles 2\, 3 y 4 se pueden tomar en cualquier orden. \n\n\n\nEl Programa de Certificación de Paisajes Nativos (NLCP\, por sus siglas en Inglés) es un programa de certificación de cuatro niveles que enseña el valor de incluir y preservar plantas nativas en los paisajes. Las clases se centran en las características y plantas de la región en la que se enseñan. Por favor\, regístrese para las clases ubicadas en la región en la que desea ajardinar. ¡Mira esto! \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND REGISTER FEBRUARY 1 \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOrganizer: npsot.sanantonio@gmail.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/nlcp-nivel-1-introduccion-a-los-paisajes-nativos/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
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SUMMARY:Managing Soils as an Ecosystem and Short Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Discover soil’s vital role in ecosystems with Jane Duke\, NICE co-coordinator for Trinity Forks NPSOT and certified Soil Food Web Analyst. The interaction of organisms in the soil is responsible for many ecosystem services such as nutrient cycling\, water regulation\, and carbon sequestration. Learn how soil food web analysis can aid in preparing soils for new plantings\, regenerating native spaces\, and improving soil amendments to ensure soil fertility and healthy habitats. \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/educational-program-and-short-business-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Meeting,Chapter Meeting,Community Outreach,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
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-2/2025-03-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
CREATED:20250317T220715Z
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SUMMARY:Citizen Science in Action: Discovering Native Plants Through the City Nature Challenge and Beyond
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 Peter Hernandz and Jane WeedenCitizen Science in Action: Discovering Native Plants Through the City Nature Challenge and Beyond\n\n\n\nDiscover how NPSOT members can harness iNaturalist (iNat) to support biodiversity and make a meaningful impact during the City Nature Challenge (CNC)! Peter will introduce iNat\, exploring its powerful features\, global reach\, and local significance\, including insights from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) data. Jane will share how you can contribute during CNC weekend (April 25–28) by documenting native plants and entire ecosystems\, forming teams\, and leading nature walks. Looking ahead to 2025\, get involved in hands-on events\, ID parties\, and training sessions to sharpen your skills and help San Antonio stand out in the CNC! \n\n\n\nJane Weeden – Co-Coordinator of the City Nature Challenge (CNC) for the San Antonio Metro Area (2024-2025) and an iNaturalist staff member (Accounting Associate) since 2024. Jane is most known for her passion about promoting the iNaturalist mission. \n\n\n\nPeter Joseph Hernandez – A seasoned iNaturalist user since 2015 and CNC Co-Coordinator since 2020. Peter is a member of the Alamo Area Master Naturalists and Guadalupe County Master Gardeners. A retired Senior Director in the telecommunications industry (2015)\, he has since dedicated himself to understanding nature and advocating for biodiversity through citizen science and iNaturalist. \n\n\n\nBoth presenters are avid photographers who continually refine their skills to document the biodiversity around us. Together\, their coordination and leadership efforts in 2024 led the San Antonio Metro Area to become national champions in the City Nature Challenge and achieve 3rd place globally. \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/citizen-science-in-action-discovering-native-plants-through-the-city-nature-challenge-and-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T200000
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SUMMARY:Medicinal Native Plants of the Texas Hill Country; Fredericksburg Chapter Presentation - Mar 25
DESCRIPTION:While you may already be very familiar with our native plants here in the Hill Country\, do you know which ones to turn to if you have a tummy ache\, sore muscles or trouble sleeping? \n\n\n\nMarch 25 @ 7:00  Lauren Peterson\, herbalist and founder of Austin’s White Deer Apothecary\, shares some of the most common medicinal plants in our area and a few methods and recipes for preparing them ~  Join us in person or live on YouTube.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/medicinal-native-plants-of-the-texas-hill-country-fredericksburg-chapter-presentation-mar-25/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T200000
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SUMMARY:Bats & their interaction with Native Plants\, Cross Timbers Chapter Meeting (Weatherford)- Tuesday 3/25/2025
DESCRIPTION:The Cross Timbers Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas invites you to join us for a presentation by Jessie Woodall\, NPSOT member and director of Bat World Cross Timbers! Jessie will introduce us to the world of Texas bats and how Texas native plants can help with the survival of our native bats. \n\n\n\nBat World Cross Timbers\, an official Bat World Sanctuary Rescue Center\, opened in 2024. They are a non-profit volunteer organization. Over the last 8 years as a subpermittee Jessie has helped raccoons\, squirrels\, and opossums. When her boys found an Eastern Red mama with three pups in their backyard six years ago\, she discovered a tremendous need for protecting our native bats. Jessie worked diligently with Kate from Bat World MidCities and received her permit in 2021 specializing in bats. She handles most of the school programs\, and works with local organizations sharing educational presentations in hopes of spreading awareness about why bats are essential. \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/bats-their-interaction-with-native-plants-cross-timbers-chapter-meeting-weatherford-tuesday-3-25-2025/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
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-4/2025-03-25/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073042
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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/49257/2025-03-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T200000
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SUMMARY:Bastrop County Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter membership 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. \n\n\n\nThis month’s presentation is called Backyard Birds. It will talk about the effects of urbanization and how to create habitat for the local birds we share spaces with. Our presenter is Natasia Moore\, an Urban Wildlife Biologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife. \n\n\n\nRegister to participate via Zoom here: https://tinyurl.com/bastropmar2025
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/bastrop-county-chapter-meeting-6/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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