Jun 4 2022

The Nature Conservancy: Clymer Meadow Preserve Tours - Celeste (April 23-June 18)

Apr 23 2022 - 9:00am to Jun 18 2022 - 12:00pm
Tours will meet at different locations – information will be sent with RSVP confirmation.  Celeste , TX

Walk among the wildflowers during our Spring Tours of the Clymer Meadow Preserve. Don’t miss your chance to visit this picturesque 1,450-acre preserve, which contains one of the last remnants of the Blackland Prairie— an imperiled ecosystem comprised of numerous bird, butterfly and wildflower species. You’ll immerse yourself in the beauty and color of true Texas prairie while learning about the history and ecology of our native grasslands. Grab your binoculars and camera, pack a picnic lunch, and get back to nature.

You have four opportunities to visit the Preserve:

9 a.m. - April 23 – Celebrate Earth Day on the Prairie!    RSVP by 4/18
9 a.m. - May 14 – Dickcissel Spring Tour    RSVP by 5/9
9 a.m. - May 21 – Spring Wildflower Tour (36th Year!)   RSVP by 5/16
8 a.m. - June 18 – Prairie Rose Tour    RSVP by 6/13

Tours will meet at different locations – information will be sent with RSVP confirmation. We recommend wearing a hat, long pants and closed-toed shoes. You may also wish to bring insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat, binoculars, camera, lunch, and a water bottle. Tours are rain or shine!

RSVP: Brandon Belcher, North Texas Preserves Manager, at 903-752-0676 or Brandon.Belcher@tnc.org

Native Prairies Association of Texas, Fort Worth Chapter: 4K River Ranch - Mineral Wells

Jun 4 2022 - 8:30am to 11:00am
Mineral Wells , TX

Our hosts, Kim and Kent Olson, have spent the past 10 years transforming a worn-out 83-acre peanut farm into beautiful gardens for wildlife, an organic orchard and a maturing prairie restoration. 100 percent of their water is captured rainfall and a solar array provides more than half the power for their Prairie-style home. Skip stones in the Brazos River, stroll beneath the gallery forest and watch for birds and butterflies as our hosts detail their journey to sustainable living.

We will meet at 8:30 in Mineral Wells at a location to be determined and caravan to the ranch. Participants should come prepared for an easy walk over uneven terrain. Weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen and water are all recommended. Afterwards we'll have lunch at a local restaurant for those who wish to continue our morning of fun and fellowship.

Reservations are required through Eventbrite. Suggested donation of $5.00 or any amount you wish to donate to assist NPAT with future programming & outreach events (plus Eventbrite processing fee).

Register on the link below.

Native Prairies Association of Texas, Blackland Chapter: Northeast Texas Landowner Workshop  - Mt Vernon

Jun 4 2022 - 9:00am to 5:00pm
Mount Vernon , TX

Daphne Prairie Tour
Workshop Agenda
Wildlife Management Plans
Wildlife Tax Exemption
Conservation Easements
Solar Energy Development
Regenerative Grazing

Registration $25 (includes lunch)

Register at website link below. 

Info: Dr. Aulicky, carly_aulicky@texasprairie.org

Heard Museum: Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden Spring Opening - McKinney

Jun 4 2022 - 9:00am
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
1 Nature Place
McKinney , TX

From June 4 through Oct. 2, 2022, visitors to the Native Texas Butterfly House and Garden at Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will have the opportunity to walk among free-flying native butterflies and other pollinators. Guests will be able to view butterflies up close while learning about their life stages and more.

Heard Museum: Date Night at the Heard - McKinney

Jun 4 2022 - 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
1 Nature Place
McKinney , TX

This is a fun, outdoor fundraising event benefiting Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. This event will feature live classic rock music, dancing, a cash bar, food trucks and more. Date Night at the Heard will be for guests ages 21 and over. Tickets are now available to the public (while supplies last) for $20. Heard Museum members receive a $2 discount on Date Night tickets.