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SUMMARY:Palo Pinto Mountains Sate Park Native Plant Bed Workday\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Strawn\, TX\, Saturday\, 04/11/2026 at 8 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Spruce Up Days\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery 2nd Saturday we are planning to meet at the PPMSP Headquarters to spruce up the plant beds. \n\n\n\nBring buckets\, shovels\, hand trowels\, rakes\, gloves\, and sun protection. Please clean them (Master Gardeners wipe them down with bleach) before heading to the park to keep the spread of disease down. \n\n\n\nTime: 8am – 10 am \n\n\n\nAddress: 100 Park Road #77\, Strawn\, TX 76475 \n\n\n\nContact Cheyna Kaspar with questions: cnpsot.vp@gmail.comOr Laura Sharp lmckee20@icloud.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/palo-pinto-mountains-sate-park-native-plant-bed-workday-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-strawn-tx-saturday-04-11-2026-at-10-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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SUMMARY:Lake Mineral Wells State Park Pollinator Garden Work Day\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Mineral Wells\, Saturday\, 4/18/2026 at 10 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Calling All Native Plant Enthusiasts! 🌿  Be a Pollinator Protector! 🐝🌸 \n\n\n\nJoin us for a morning of volunteer magic at Lake Mineral Wells State Park. 🌼✨ \n\n\n\nYou can help maintain the pollinator garden at Lake Mineral Wells State Park! 🌼🦋 This wonderful community effort supports our local ecosystems and provides habitat to facilitate the important work of pollinators.  This garden provides educational information to visitors and is utilized by the park staff to explain the importance of native plants and their benefits. \n\n\n\nHere are some suggestions on clothing and what to bring: \n\n\n\n\nWork Clothing: Wear comfortable work clothing appropriate for the weather. Layers are great for adjusting to changing conditions.\n\n\n\nGloves: If you have gardening gloves\, bring them along. They’ll protect your hands while working with plants and soil.\n\n\n\nGardening Tools: If you own any gardening tools\, such as nippers\, shovels\, spades\, pitchforks\, or wheelbarrows\, feel free to bring them.  Buckets and brooms are also useful. These tools can be incredibly helpful for various tasks.\n\n\n\nWater: Stay hydrated! Bring a water bottle to keep yourself refreshed during the work.\n\n\n\nHat:  A hat with a wide brim provides shade for your face\, neck\, and ears\, protecting you from direct sunlight. It helps prevent sunburn and reduces the risk of skin damage caused by UV radiation.  In case of cooler weather\, wear a hat to keep warm.\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Details: \n\n\n\n\nIf the temperature is below 40°F or if it’s raining\, the workday will be canceled. \n\n\n\nFor any specific questions or further information\, you can reach out to Cindy Crump at cindyleecrump@gmail.com or Vicki Brooks at vicki.brooks@icloud.com\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\n\nLake Mineral Wells State Park\, 100 Park Road 71\, Mineral Wells\, Texas.\n\n\n\nBefore entering the park gates\, take a left into the administration building parking lot.\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: \n\n\n\n\nMeet at the garden located near the administration building entrance (before paying at the gate).\n\n\n\n\nLet’s come together and contribute to the beauty and health of our local environment! 🌿🌸 \n\n\n\nVolunteer hours count towards Texas Master Naturalist and Texas Master Gardeners.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lake-mineral-wells-state-park-pollinator-garden-work-day-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-mineral-wells-saturday-4-18-2026-at-10-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
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SUMMARY:Chandor Nature Trail "Spruce Up"\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Weatherford\, Saturday\, 04/25/2026 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.  \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-04-25-2026-at-9-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T180000
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SUMMARY:April Meeting - Just Enough Latin to go Plant Shopping\, Cross Timbers Chapter Meeting (Weatherford) - Tuesday 4/28/2026
DESCRIPTION:DATE: Tuesday\, April 28th\, 2026 \n\n\n\nTIME: 6 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION: 213 Raymond George Way\, Weatherford\, TX 76086\, United States \n\n\n\nSPEAKER: Carol Clark \n\n\n\nJust Enough Latin to Go Plant Shopping: \n\n\n\nThe scientific names of plants might seem like a giant pain to learn\, but they carry more useful information than you might think. Learning just a few common roots for form\, size\, color\, origins\, shape and habitat can help you decipher those names and choose the right plant for the right place\, save you time and money\, and lead to a whole new avenue of enjoyment in your gardening life. We’ll keep it fun and simple\, so don’t let your fear of Latin keep you away. Reference handouts included.About Carol: \n\n\n\nCarol Clark is an amateur botany enthusiast\, a Monarch Watch Conservation Specialist\, a Texas Master Naturalist\, and longtime member of the Native Plant Society of Texas. She and her husband own and operate Clark Haven\, a wildlife preserve and custom wildflower seed business in Cooke County. Carol  has spent much of her life looking around and learning in the great outdoors. Her favorite things to do are leading discovery walks in local natural areas\, and finding and photographing interesting plants and insects. \n\n\n\n \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/april-meeting-just-enough-latin-to-go-plant-shopping-cross-timbers-chapter-meeting-weatherford-tuesday-4-28-2026/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T160000
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SUMMARY:PLANT SALE - Cross Timbers Spring Plant Sale (Weatherford\, TX) - Saturday 5/02/2026
DESCRIPTION:DATE: Saturday\, May 2\, 2026 \n\n\n\nTIME: 4 am \n\n\n\nLOCATION: \n\n\n\nHeritage Park Weatherford\, TX \n\n\n\nDate: Saturday May 2ndTime: 9 am to 4 pmLocation: First Monday Trade Days at Heritage Park in Weatherford\, TX. We will be in Lot C (the South end of the park across from the Chevron on Santa Fe.) \n\n\n\nJoin us for our Spring Plant sale. We will have a great selection of Texas Native plants available for purchase. To get a look at the full plant list visit: https://www.npsot.org/…/cross…/cross-timbers-plant-sale/
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/plant-sale-cross-timbers-spring-plant-sale-weatherford-tx-saturday-5-02-2026/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032921
CREATED:20260305T035009Z
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SUMMARY:Palo Pinto Mountains Sate Park Native Plant Bed Workday\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Strawn\, TX\, Saturday\, 05/09/2026 at 8 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Spruce Up Days\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery 2nd Saturday we are planning to meet at the PPMSP Headquarters to spruce up the plant beds. \n\n\n\nBring buckets\, shovels\, hand trowels\, rakes\, gloves\, and sun protection. Please clean them (Master Gardeners wipe them down with bleach) before heading to the park to keep the spread of disease down. \n\n\n\nNext Date: Saturday\, May 9th \n\n\n\nTime: 10am – 12 pm \n\n\n\nAddress: 100 Park Road #77\, Strawn\, TX 76475 \n\n\n\nContact Cheyna Kaspar with questions: cnpsot.vp@gmail.comOr Laura Sharp lmckee20@icloud.com
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/palo-pinto-mountains-sate-park-native-plant-bed-workday-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-strawn-tx-saturday-05-09-2026-at-10-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032921
CREATED:20260305T034423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T034425Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Mineral Wells State Park Pollinator Garden Work Day\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Mineral Wells\, Saturday\, 5/16/2026 at 10 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Calling All Native Plant Enthusiasts! 🌿  Be a Pollinator Protector! 🐝🌸 \n\n\n\nJoin us for a morning of volunteer magic at Lake Mineral Wells State Park. 🌼✨ \n\n\n\nYou can help maintain the pollinator garden at Lake Mineral Wells State Park! 🌼🦋 This wonderful community effort supports our local ecosystems and provides habitat to facilitate the important work of pollinators.  This garden provides educational information to visitors and is utilized by the park staff to explain the importance of native plants and their benefits. \n\n\n\nHere are some suggestions on clothing and what to bring: \n\n\n\n\nWork Clothing: Wear comfortable work clothing appropriate for the weather. Layers are great for adjusting to changing conditions.\n\n\n\nGloves: If you have gardening gloves\, bring them along. They’ll protect your hands while working with plants and soil.\n\n\n\nGardening Tools: If you own any gardening tools\, such as nippers\, shovels\, spades\, pitchforks\, or wheelbarrows\, feel free to bring them.  Buckets and brooms are also useful. These tools can be incredibly helpful for various tasks.\n\n\n\nWater: Stay hydrated! Bring a water bottle to keep yourself refreshed during the work.\n\n\n\nHat:  A hat with a wide brim provides shade for your face\, neck\, and ears\, protecting you from direct sunlight. It helps prevent sunburn and reduces the risk of skin damage caused by UV radiation.  In case of cooler weather\, wear a hat to keep warm.\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Details: \n\n\n\n\nIf the temperature is below 40°F or if it’s raining\, the workday will be canceled. \n\n\n\nFor any specific questions or further information\, you can reach out to Cindy Crump at cindyleecrump@gmail.com or Vicki Brooks at vicki.brooks@icloud.com\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\n\nLake Mineral Wells State Park\, 100 Park Road 71\, Mineral Wells\, Texas.\n\n\n\nBefore entering the park gates\, take a left into the administration building parking lot.\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: \n\n\n\n\nMeet at the garden located near the administration building entrance (before paying at the gate).\n\n\n\n\nLet’s come together and contribute to the beauty and health of our local environment! 🌿🌸 \n\n\n\nVolunteer hours count towards Texas Master Naturalist and Texas Master Gardeners.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lake-mineral-wells-state-park-pollinator-garden-work-day-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-mineral-wells-saturday-5-16-2026-at-10-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032921
CREATED:20260305T034119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T034120Z
UID:10006538-1779526800-1779534000@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Chandor Nature Trail "Spruce Up"\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Weatherford\, Saturday\, 05/23/2026 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.  \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-05-23-2026-at-9-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T032921
CREATED:20260305T033834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T033836Z
UID:10006535-1779818400-1779825600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:May Meeting - What is the Cross Timbers Eco Region?\, Cross Timbers Chapter Meeting (Weatherford) - Tuesday 5/26/2026
DESCRIPTION:DATE: Tuesday\, May 26th\, 2026 \n\n\n\nTIME: 6 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION: 213 Raymond George Way\, Weatherford\, TX 76086\, United States \n\n\n\nSPEAKER: Kailee Bedunah-Ott \n\n\n\nWhat is the Cross Timbers Eco Region? \n\n\n\nWhat is the Cross Timbers Ecoregion that Parker County sits in? We will explore the plants and components that make-up this unique transition zone between eastern forests and western prairies. \n\n\n\nKailee Bedunah-Ott is a Wildlife Biologist for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department serving Parker\, Tarrant\, Hood\, Johnson and Somerville counties. She graduated from University of Florida with a Masters Degree in Wildlife Forensic Science. \n\n\n\n \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/may-meeting-what-is-the-cross-timbers-eco-region-cross-timbers-chapter-meeting-weatherford-tuesday-5-26-2026/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T200000
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UID:10005982-1782237600-1782244800@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:June Meeting - Medicinal Plants\, Cross Timbers Chapter Meeting (Weatherford) - Tuesday 6/23/2026
DESCRIPTION:DATE: Tuesday\, June 23rd\, 2026 \n\n\n\nTIME: 6 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION: \n\n\n\n213 Raymond George Way\, Weatherford\, TX 76086\, United States \n\n\n\nSPEAKER: Ricky Linex \n\n\n\nMedicinal Applications of Native Plants by Native Americans: \n\n\n\nPresentation showcases 45 native Texas forbs\, shrubs and trees that were used medicinally by many tribes across Texas and the southern US. The treatment method and the illness or disease treated will be discussed for each plant. Resources will be shown that can be used to research plants you are interested in to see what tribes might have used the plants. The Native Americans utilized many native plants for treatment of various illnesses for thousands of years\, much of this knowledge was set aside when synthetic medicines became widely available. \n\n\n\nAbout Ricky: \n\n\n\nRicky Linex retired in 2021 as a wildlife biologist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service and now works as a range and wildlife consultant. With NRCS\, Linex worked 52 counties in north central Texas covering the Rolling Plains\, Cross Timbers\, Blackland Prairie\, and Post Oak Savannah vegetational regions. He worked 38.5 years with NRCS in Goldthwaite\, Snyder\, Abilene\, and Weatherford. He is the author of Range Plants of North Central Texas\, A Land Users Guide to Their Identification\, Value and Management\, a plant identification book for Texas. Range Plants was recognized in 2015 as an outstanding publication by the Texas Chapter – The Wildlife Society\, the Native Plant Society of Texas\, and the Texas Section – Society for Range Management. \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/january-meeting-medicinal-plants-cross-timbers-chapter-meeting-weatherford-tuesday-1-27-2026/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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