Nov 5 2023

Lights Out Texas: Fall Migration (Aug. 15 - Nov. 30)

Aug 15 2023 - 11:00pm to Nov 30 2023 - 6:00am

Texas TX

Lights Out Texas is a campaign to turn off lights at night between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. during spring and fall wildbird migrations to help protect nocturnally migrating birds.

Originally launched in 2017 by Houston Audubon, Lights Out Texas has grown statewide and is facilitated by Audubon Texas in collaboration with conservation non-profits, universities, governmental organizations and Texans dedicated to the conservation of birds.

The full fall migration starts Aug. 15 and ends on Nov. 30.
The peak fall migration is Sept. 6 through Oct. 29.

Event Website:

https://birdcast.info/science-to-action/lights-out/lights-out-texas/

George W. Bush Presidential Center: Native Texas Park Tours - Dallas (Sept 30 - Nov. 18)

Sep 30 2023 - 10:00am to Nov 18 2023 - 11:00am

George W. Bush Presidential Center

2943 SMU Boulevard

Dallas , TX

See map: Google Maps

The 15-acre Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park is open daily for self-guided tours from sunrise until sunset 365 days a year. Pets are welcome. Embark on either a self-guided or group tour through the beautiful and sustainable park, building and grounds.

Guided tours will be available for free every Saturday at 10 a.m. starting Sept. 30 through Nov. 18. Weather permitting.

Tours begin in the Freedom Plaza by the fountain.

Free. Sign up on the website link below.

Event Website:

https://www.bushcenter.org/plan-your-visit/native-texas-park

Native Plant Society of Texas: Level 3 Native Plant Landscaping Certification - Dallas & Tarrant County

Nov 4 2023 - 9:00am to Nov 5 2023 - 5:00pm

Zoom & Texas Discovery Gardens TX

See map: Google Maps

Learn about how to install and maintain your native plant landscape! NLCP is a state-wide program, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants in the region in which they are taught.

This class is a collaboration between the Dallas and North Central chapters and is specific to the Dallas, Tarrant Counties, and surrounding areas.

PRESENTAIONS: Via Zoom Nov. 4: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

PLANT WALK: Nov. 5

• DALLAS: 90-minute walks in shifts beginning at 10 a.m. or as weather permits. at the Texas Discovery Gardens (Gate 6, State Fair at 3601 Martin Luther King Blvd, Dallas 75210)

• TARRANT COUNTY: 10 a.m. to noon. Molly Hollar Wildscape At Veterans Park, 2600 Spanish Trail, Arlington, TX 76016

Please bring your own water & snacks for the plant walk!

ONLINE TEST: After completing the class and plant walk you will be sent a link to the online test which you will have three days to complete.

Dallas Class Details

Tarrant Class Details.

Event Website:

https://npsot.org/our-work/class-schedule/

Fort Worth Botanic Garden: Japanese Fall Festival - Fort Worth

Nov 4 2023 - 9:00am to Nov 5 2023 - 5:00pm

Fort Worth Botanic Garden

3220 Botanic Garden Blvd

Fort Worth , TX

See map: Google Maps

Family-friendly event held in the Fort Worth Botanic Garden with extensive support from the Fort Worth Japanese Society. Celebrate fall in the Japanese Garden while exploring the arts and culture of Japanese.

Tickets: $6 to $12. Free for ages 5 and under.

Event Website:

https://fwbg.org/japanesefestival/?mc_cid=9c68562728&mc_eid=016b019269

Wild DFW: Goat Island Preserve Hike - Hutchins

Nov 5 2023 - 10:00am to 1:00pm

Goat Island Preserve

2800 Post Oak Rd

Hutchins , TX

See map: Google Maps

We'll gather and hear Joe Johnson and Wild DFW author Amy Martin discuss the early days and future plans of Goat Island Preserve. Then off to hit the trails. Joe will transport us down the levee road to the southern end of the preserve and we’ll walk back along the river, peeling off at one point to walk the interior trails.

Event Website:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1749440468853098