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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-2/2025-06-02/
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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-4/2025-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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SUMMARY:Summer Chapter Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Details forthcoming
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/chapter-potluck/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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SUMMARY:Collin County June Meeting - Aquatic Plants of Texas
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our June 3rd chapter program\, either in person at the Heard Museum in McKinney or virtually via Zoom. Our speaker will Ryan O’Hanlon\, presenting on “Aquatic Plants of Texas“. Please note: There will be no video recording available on our YouTube channel of the June meeting. \n\n\n\nNote: Attached is the list of species that Ryan covered in the meeting.  \n\n\n\nSpecies List NPSOT_CollinCo.Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis presentation will explore the diverse and essential native aquatic plants found in Texas. We will introduce and identify key native species\, such as pickerelweed\, white water lily\, giant bulrush\, and eelgrass. A key focus will be on how to differentiate between similar species. For example\, we’ll compare the native pickerelweed and the exotic water hyacinth\, and provide tips on identifying characteristics like leaf shape\, growth patterns\, and flower structure. \n\n\n\n🌿 Pre-Meeting Garden Walk – Join Us Early! 🌿\n\n\n\nBefore the meeting\, join us for a guided walk through the Heard Gardens. Our schedule is as follows: \n\n\n\n\n5:45 – Gather in Laughlin Hall for Garden Walk\n\n\n\n6:00 – Garden Walk begins\n\n\n\n6:30 – Zoom opens for virtual attendees\n\n\n\n6:45 – Garden Walk concludes\n\n\n\n7:00 – Meeting begins with a brief chapter update from President Rodney Thomas\n\n\n\n7:15 – Ryan O’Hanlon’s presentation\n\n\n\n\nOur meetings are open to the public and you can join us in person at the Heard Museum’s Laughlin Hall\, south entrance to the building\, or online via Zoom using the following details: \n\n\n\nZoom Link: https://tinyurl.com/yn85nbzd \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 885 5459 6572 / Passcode: 571904 \n\n\n\nRyan earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences from Texas A&M University\, College Station. Currently he serves as the Lead Aquatic Horticulturalist for Stonefly Aquatic Nursery and as a board member for the Texas Aquatic Plant Management Society (TAPMS). Outside of work Ryan can be found with his wife and three kids running around the house or around a pond.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/collin-county-june-meeting-native-texas-aquatic-plants/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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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/2025-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="reba wiles":MAILTO:rwiles104@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Boerne City Campus Natural Area (BCCNA) Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for BCCNA workdays! \n\n\n\nThe BCCNA project involves the restoration and enhancement of the Boerne City Campus Natural Area (BCCNA). The BCCNA is comprised of 13-acres on either side of the Old No. 9 Trail\, behind the library. We are working towards restoring this area to a native pollinator habitat\, creating a wildlife corridor and haven within the city. \n\n\n\nBCCNA Workdays take place on the first and third Thursdays of each month. \n\n\n\nOur meeting place will be in the Boerne Patrick Heath Public Library parking lot near the windmill. If you don’t see us at the windmill\, walk out behind the library across the creek as we’ve likely already started!  \n\n\n\nEach volunteer will be required to fill out the City of Boerne’s liability waiver the first time he or she volunteers. \n\n\n\nContact Jeff Schwarz at jeffschwarz27@gmail.com for more info.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/boerne-city-campus-natural-area-bccna-workday-3/2025-06-05/
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SUMMARY:Workdays at the Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country Demonstration Garden
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Demonstration Garden Workday! This is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands dirty\, learn new gardening techniques\, and contribute to the beauty and sustainability of our community garden. The garden is located at 4831 FM 2673\, Canyon Lake\, TX.  Contact Mickey Riviere\, mr0752@gvtc.com\, for details. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in planting\, pruning\, and maintaining a variety of native plants.\n\n\n\nExpert Guidance: Our knowledgeable gardeners will be on hand to share tips and answer your gardening questions.\n\n\n\nCommunity Spirit: Meet fellow garden lovers\, share stories\, and enjoy the camaraderie of working together.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nComfortable clothing and gardening gloves\n\n\n\nA hat\, sunscreen\, and water\n\n\n\nYour boundless enthusiasm and love for gardening!\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this workday is for everyone. Let’s come together to make our demonstration garden a thriving\, beautiful space for all to enjoy.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/workdays-at-the-heritage-museum-of-the-texas-hill-country-demonstration-garden-5/2025-06-05/
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SUMMARY:Join us for our Chapter Meeting June 5th\, "Monarch Waystations for Texas" by Carol Clark
DESCRIPTION:June 5th chapter meeting “Monarch Waystations for Texas”\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 5th chapter meeting “Monarch Waystations for Texas” presented by Carol Clark\, Gary Halter Nature Center at Lick Creek Park. 6pm Meet and Greet- Come visit and have some snacks! 6:30pm- 7:30pm- presentation.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/join-us-for-our-chapter-meeting-june-5th-monarch-waystations-for-texas-by-carol-clark/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T183000
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SUMMARY:Derek and Angela Carroll\, Native Gardeners\, Making & Enjoying Tea with Native Plants\, North Central Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Learn about which native plants in your garden can be used to make herbal and caffeinated tea. We’ll learn the basic steps of drying the plants and which parts of the plants can be used. Then we’ll share recommended tea brewing methods and enjoy samples. \n\n\n\nDerek and Angela will be your hosts. In addition to being tea enthusiasts\, Derek is a co-owner of Native Gardeners\, and Angela is the lead designer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFort Worth Botanic Garden\, Iris & Orchid 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/native-gardeners-making-tea-with-native-plants-north-central-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T090000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Guided Tour at Heron Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a park tour led by Texas Master Naturalist Derek Sanford and enjoy light summer refreshments along the way. \n\n\n\nSubmit a completed Clear Lake Chapter NPSOT Liability and Photo Release to register. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocationHeron Park (Google Maps)Corner of W Bayou and S Country ClubShoreacres\, TX 77571
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/field-trip-heron-park/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Garden Tour
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