March 1, 2024
Lights Out Texas: Statewide (March 1 to June 15)
April 19, 2024
Fort Worth Audubon Society: Prairie Walks at the Sid Richardson Tract - Crowley (Through June 21)
Join Suzanne Tuttle to explore this tract of prairie land on the southeast shore of Benbrook Lake.
This fieldtrip will be held on the 3rd Friday of the months February thru June. The meet-up times for April 19, May 17 and June 21 will be 8 a.m.. The meet-up times for February and March will be 9 a.m. Suzanne plans to arrive about 15 minutes before the start times so folks will see the pull-out.
The fieldtrip will last approximately 1.5 hours, but Suzanne will stay longer if the day is very birdy. The trail is natural surface, some will wander off trail, so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the weather conditions. There are no facilities on the property.
May 1, 2024
NCTCOG: National Bike Month - DFW (May)
May 5 is National Ride a Bike Day.
May 8 is Bike & Roll to School Day.
May 10, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will hold Bike to Work Day events.
May 13-19 is recognized as National Bike to Work Week.
Bike to Work Day is commemorated Friday, May 17.
May 8, 2024
Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center: We Hike Wednesday - Denton
Join Clear Creek staff for a guided hike each Wednesday. These hikes are an excellent option for those who prefer to hike with a buddy.
Meet at the Clear Creek Education Center. We'll get started with a brief tutorial on AllTrails and iNaturalist apps, then, hike for approximately 1.5 hours on various routes selected by staff.
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Remember to bring bug spray, sunscreen, a water bottle, and dress weather-wise.
All ages welcome. Youth under 15 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
No registration required.
Clear Creek trails are soft (non-paved) trails and may be inaccessible to wheelchairs and strollers
May 9, 2024
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center: Artist in Residence - Cedar Hill
Meet our Artist in Residence! Kenna Prior, local Cedar Hill artist, will be at Dogwood Canyon Audubon for three months this summer, May 9 to July 27, 2024. Come and check out this amazing artist's work inspired by our preserve!
Fort Worth Audubon Society: Members Slide Show - Fort Worth
Have you taken photos of trips or avian life forms in your neighborhood? Want to share them with your fellow FWAS Members? It's that time of year again to go through your folders and find those gems. Forward your photos to Jim Jones. Include a list of photos with a description of the subject, including when and where taken. Remember to reduce the file size to below 3 MB. Videos are also welcome!
You can email the photos in batches to jim_jones@fwas.org or upload them to cloud storage (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.) to share with Jim, which is the best way to get your files to him. Deadline for submissions is May 2, 2024.
May 10, 2024
BRIT: Urban Forest Benefits and Values - Fort Worth & Zoom
A presentation from the students at Texas Christian University.
The Texas Christian University Department of Environmental and Sustainable Sciences has joined forces with the Fort Worth Botanic Garden this spring for an on-site Service Learning in Environmental Science and Sustainability (ENSC 40970) collaboration.
Problem: Many cities are experiencing a decline in green spaces due to increased urbanization, leading to environmental and social challenges. Understanding the benefits and values of urban forests is essential to promote sustainable urban development. The Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) seeks to explore and highlight the critical roles of its urban forest in enhancing biodiversity, improving air quality and fostering community well-being. However, there is a pressing need to increase public awareness and encourage community participation in preserving and expanding urban forests, ensuring that their benefits accrue to current and future generations. This presentation will highlight the ecosystem services of trees under BRIT’s care at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens.
More info and Zoom link on website link below.
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center: Mother's Day Sip and Shop - Cedar Hill
Enjoy an evening with us at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center with bird-themed cocktails & mocktails, access to Canyon Floor Trail after hours, 20 percent discount in our gift shop, giveaways, and more.
Friends of Sheri Capehard Nature Preserve: Looking for Yucca Moths - Arlington
Guided walk through SCNP with emphasis on finding blooming glen rose yuccas and active Yucca Moths.
Male and female moths emerge from their cocoons in the spring, timed with the blossoming of the yucca plant. There is an extraordinary partnership between the yucca moth and the yucca plant. They are so interdependent that one cannot live without the other.
Wear STURDY shoes or boots, maybe bring BUG SPRAY and WATER, and especially a good FLASHLIGHT or headlamp with fresh batteries. The walk back will be in the dark, so a good light will be essential.
May 11, 2024
Bank of America: Shred Event - Fort Worth
Employees, customers, clients and members of the community are all welcome. Spread the word and invite your family and friends to participate.
Accepted items:
• Old bills
• Old checks
• Letterhead
• Brochures
• File folders
• Post-its
• Paper
• Newspaper
• Envelopes
• Photos
• Dated bank statements
• Credit card offers
• Old tax information
No box limit. Shredding ends when truck is full.
Free.
Directions: Come in on Monahans, turn left on Ozona (we will collect the items there) then exit on Marathon.
Profound Foods: Mother's Day Artisan Market - Fairview
Step into a world of creativity and craftsmanship at our Artisans Market! We're back, bigger and better, with a vibrant showcase of local artists and vendors ready to dazzle you with their latest creations.
May 13, 2024
Greater Fort Worth Sierra Club Environmental Book Club: Beautiful Swimmers - Arlington
This book is a classic Pulitzer Prize-winning study of the Atlantic blue crab and the people of Chesapeake Bay who have depended on it for generations.
From Good Reads - "Nature enthusiasts and fans of fine literature alike will find Beautiful Swimmers a timeless and enchanting study in the tradition of Rachel Carson and Annie Dillard."
Come to the meeting for the discussion whether you have read the book or not. Note the new location: This is a very nice to meet and we are allowed to have food and beverages.
Info: Terry McIntire at tdmcintire@gmail.com
May 14, 2024
Dallas Sierra Club: The Pesticide Dilemma - Zoom
Dan Moulton presents the caustic impacts of over the counter pesticides and why, despite many studies showing their cancer producing effects, many cities and residents in the U.S. still use these toxic staples.
May 15, 2024
Greater Fort Worth Sierra Club: City of Fort Worth Environmental Services - Fort Worth
Dr. Cody Montana Whittenburg, the Environmental Services Director for the City of Fort Worth, discusses the new department and how it will serve the city.
Cody's presentation will cover the following:
1) City of Fort Worth Environmental Service Department overview
2) Updates on key projects and initiatives to include landfill gas
3) Upcoming events and ways to get involved or to share ideas.
Potluck Dinners are back! Bring your favorite appetizer, side, salad or dessert to share, and don't forget to bring your own non-alcoholic drink of choice. (Please consider bringing vegetarian options.) We encourage guests to arrive early, between 6:35-6:40 p.m., to partake of food prior to the start of the meeting.
May 18, 2024
Dallas County Master Gardener Association: 2024 Garden Tour - Dallas
Five residential gardens and one public garden will be showcased on the self-guided tour in East Dallas and Old Lake Highlands. Educational opportunities offered.
Purchase tickets online. Garden locations emailed to ticket holders.
$18 - online prior to 6 p.m. on May 17.
$22 - online after 6 p.m. on May 17.
See website link below.