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SUMMARY:Dripping Springs - Star Party at Dripping Springs Ranch Park
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to offer a *free* opportunity for families to come and enjoy a night under the stars. Throughout the night you and your family can gaze at the constellations above\, view galaxies far far away through a telescope\, and learn about the universe from our local astronomy enthusiasts. For better star gazing it is important that we limit light pollution and allow for eyes to adjust to the darkness. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to set up chairs and park your vehicle. Please avoid using flashlights if possible\, red light assistance will be provided to minimize light exposure. Blankets and chairs are encouraged.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dsrp-star-party/
LOCATION:Dripping Springs Ranch Park\, 1042 Event Center Dr\, Dripping Springs\, TX\, 78620\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Night Sky Month
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SUMMARY:Wimberley - Land\, Water & Wildlife Expeditions: Birding Experience
DESCRIPTION:Click to view full-size image. \nThe Land\, Water & Wildlife Expeditions program will host a 2-day birding expedition experience for families on private land in Hays County. Participants will learn alongside volunteers and mentors about the basics of birding\, how to use optics\, how to use citizen science applications\, and more. This will be a tent camping experience. \nApply today: https://tinyurl.com/twabirding1 \nWhat: A introductory birding program for youth ages 11-17 and a parent/guardian. \nWhen: November 19\, 2022 – 10 AM through November 20\, 2022 – 12 PM \nWhere: Wimberley\, Texas \nWhy: Learn and gain experience with birding and bird habitat. \nHow: Apply at https://tinyurl.com/twabirding1 \nCost: $100\, includes lunch (Sat)\, dinner (Sat)\, and breakfast (Sun).
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/wimberley-land-water-wildlife-expeditions-birding-experience/
LOCATION:Wimberley\, Texas\, Wimberley\, TX\, 78676\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221119T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221119T200000
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SUMMARY:Austin - Dusk to Dark Star Party at the Campsite at Shield Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Explore Shield Ranch after sunset and learn about the night sky with Hill Country Alliance educator Dawn Davies! \nThe dark sky is a unique treasure of the Hill Country and dusk is a special time to experience wildlife\, many of which begin to emerge as the sun goes down. Walk on camp trails and observe the sights and sounds along the way to our Star Party. As the sun sets\, we’ll watch stars\, planets and more using a telescope. On Nov.19\, the moon will not be up in the night sky\, and we will have Jupiter\, Saturn\, Uranus and Neptune up in the evening. Learn the connections\, stories and history of these planets\, identify constellations\, ask questions and simply stargaze. \nWarm snacks and refreshments by Chef Addie are included with ticket. Guests who register will be sent more details about arrival and what to bring. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts\, astronomy curious\, adults and families with youth 8+. \nCost: $12 adults\, $10 youth (under 18).
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-dusk-to-dark-star-party-at-the-campsite-at-shield-ranch/
LOCATION:Campsite at Shield Ranch\, 10417 Crumley Ranch Road \, Austin\, TX\, 78620\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221206T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - Comal County Conservation Alliance Holiday Party and Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: The Faust Hotel Ballroom and Lobby at 240 S. Seguin Ave. in New Braunfels. Once again\, we will enjoy the wonderful ambiance of the Historic Faust Hotel! \nDATE: Tuesday\, 6 Dec\, 5 PM to 8 PM. \nFOOD\, FUN and SILENT AUCTION: Wear your favorite holiday attire and come enjoy a delicious appetizer buffet\, and a homemade holiday cookie table. “Adventures and Experiences” is the theme of the silent auction. When you think of the coming year\, let’s make 2023 a year of “getting out there” and enjoying the great outdoors! Rumor has it that Santa & Mrs. Claus\, as well as a strolling magician will be at the party! \nIf you would like to attend\, please RSVP here on Eventbrite. \nThere is no cost for admission\, although donations will be gladly accepted. Please RSVP\, however\, so we can have a more accurate head count for the food.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-comal-county-conservation-alliance-holiday-party-and-silent-auction/
LOCATION:The Historic Faust Hotel\, 240 S Seguin Ave\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Conservation Alliance":MAILTO:info@comalconservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221207T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
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SUMMARY:Seguin - Region 11 Guadalupe Flood Planning Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be a meeting of the Guadalupe RFPG on December 7\, 2022. The meeting agenda\, materials\, and details for attending the meeting can be found here: www.guadaluperfpg.org. All meetings of the regional flood planning group are open to the public. Below is information regarding this upcoming meeting: \nRegion 11 – Guadalupe RFPG\nWednesday\, December 7\, 2022\, at 2:00 PM\nGuadalupe-Blanco River Authority River Annex\n905 Nolan Street Seguin\, TX 78155 \nPlease find attached the agenda for this meeting. \nIf you would like to provide comments and input or if you would like to request more information on the flood planning process\, please send a note to: comments@guadalupeRFPG.org. \nWe appreciate your participation and look forward to continuing to work with our stakeholders throughout this planning process.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/seguin-region-11-guadalupe-flood-planning-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority River Annex\, 905 Nolan St.\, Seguin\, TX\, 78155\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221215T103000
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SUMMARY:Austin and Online - Lower Colorado-Lavaca Regional Flood Planning Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Full Regional Flood Planning Group (RFPG) Meets\nThursday\, Dec 15\, 2022\, 9:30am\nHybrid: In-person & Zoom webinar \nGet meeting details and view agenda and meeting materials HERE\, when posted. \nOn the Agenda:\n• Opportunities for public comment\n• Review\, discuss\, and take action on recommended revisions to the draft Regional Flood Plan in response to TWDB and public comments \nAdditional Meeting Information:\nThe Region 10 Lower Colorado-Lavaca Flood Planning Group Technical Committee meeting will be held in Room 108\, LCRA Redbud Center\, at 3601 Lake Austin Boulevard\, Austin\, Texas 78703\, Travis County\, at 9:30 a.m. The presiding officer will be physically present. A member of the public wishing to address the planning group may do so via the Zoom webinar link or in person. A quorum of the Region 10 Lower Colorado-Lavaca Flood Planning Group may attend. \n2023 Meetings:\nJanuary 5\, 2023 – RFPG Meeting • Approve final initial Regional Flood Plan\nJanuary 10\, 2023 – Submit Regional Flood Plan to TWDB\nJuly 14\, 2023 – Adopt amendments to Regional Flood Plan
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-and-online-lower-colorado-lavaca-regional-flood-planning-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230105
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SUMMARY:Online - Blazing the Trail: Finding Body Diversity and Inclusion in Outdoor Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Feeling connection\, rejuvenation and a sense of purpose draws many to nature. And all of us deserve to experience its beauty! Social movements toward diversity\, equity and inclusion in all spaces are gaining understanding and visibility. As a community\, we’re becoming more aware of words like bias or stigma – we’re learning what they mean\, and how we might see them in ourselves and the world around us. Body shape\, weight and size have become part of these critical diversity conversations. \nHere are some things we are learning: among children\, weight-based bullying is more common than bullying based on race\, sexual orientation or disability status. More than 40% of U.S. adults\, across a range of body sizes\, report experiencing weight stigma at some point in their life. Weight stigma becomes internalized over time and can lead to the development of mental health difficulties as well as medical problems for those who have experienced it. \nHow does weight stigma impact access to outdoor activities and spaces for children and adults? How can we contribute to the building of diverse and engaging spaces for all? Join us as we have a conversation with Kara Richardson Whitely (author\, speaker\, and advocate) and Meredith Nisbet(Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, Certified Eating Disorders Specialist Supervisor\, speaker\, and advocate) to learn more about these important thoughts and questions from a lived experience and clinical perspective. Kara will speak about her 3 climbs up Mt. Kilimanjaro and journey as an outdoor inclusion advocate; Meredith\, also an avid mountain view-seeker\, will speak about weight stigma and access to joyful movement from a clinical perspective. This event is in partnership with Eating Recovery Center & Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center\, and Texas Children in Nature Network. We hope to see you there! \nWorkshop is offered twice on January 4th\, 2:00 and 7:00 Central \nA zoom link for the webinar will be emailed to registrants the day of the event. If you have not seen an email come through please check your spam folder. \nThis webinar will be recorded and a recording will be sent out to registrants several days later and posted onto our YouTube. \nClick here to register for this FREE webinar
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-blazing-the-trail-finding-body-diversity-and-inclusion-in-outdoor-spaces/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230104T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230104T153000
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SUMMARY:Seguin – Region 11 Guadalupe Flood Planning Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be a meeting of the Guadalupe RFPG on January 4\, 2023.  The meeting agenda\, materials\, and details for attending the meeting can be found here: www.guadaluperfpg.org. All meetings of the regional flood planning group are open to the public. \nClick here for updated information from the Guadalupe River Flood Planning Group. \nLearn More:\nSenate Bill 8\, 86th Texas Legislature\, created a state flood planning process for Texas\, through which TWDB will be administering state and regional flood plans. TWDB designated 15 planning area regions\, including the Guadalupe River Basin (Region 11). The first regional flood plans are due in January 2023\, which will culminate in the first statewide flood plan due September 1\, 2024. \nRegion 11 Counties\nThe Guadalupe RFPG consists of portions of Bandera\, Bastrop\, Blanco\, Caldwell\, Calhoun\, Comal\, DeWitt\, Fayette\, Gillespie\, Goliad\, Gonzales\, Guadalupe\, Hays\, Karnes\, Kendall\, Kerr\, Lavaca\, Real\, Refugio\, Travis\, Victoria and Wilson counties lying within the Guadalupe River Basin.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/seguin-region-11-guadalupe-flood-planning-group-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority River Annex\, 905 Nolan St.\, Seguin\, TX\, 78155\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230110T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230110T193000
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CREATED:20230103T223339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T223423Z
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - CCCA Community Program on “The Four Fountain Springs of Texas” with Mr. Gary Perez\, Indigenous Cultures Storyteller
DESCRIPTION:Click to view full-size flyer. \nAs a member of the Coahuiltecan/Pakajua “Painted Peoples” of Coahuila Mexico and Texas\, Gary Perez is well-versed in the culture and traditions of these indigenous peoples whose history pre-dates the Spanish explorers by thousands of years.  These are the original peoples of our area and they\, and their artwork\, have much to teach us. \nThe “White Shaman” mural is one such piece of artwork – a cave-painting above the Pecos River near Del Rio that reaches 26’ wide and 13’ tall. In the mural\, Gary could see depictions of the ceremonies of his people and what seemed to be a map of the area. He knew he had found a message meant to guide the generations that followed. Among the landscape features depicted\, Gary was the first to recognize the four major springs of the Balcones Escarpment\, displayed with amazing geographically accurate spacing. \nJoin us to hear Gary tell the story of the White Shaman and the Four Fountain Springs known to us today as the San Antonio Springs\, Comal Springs\, San Marcos Springs\, and Barton Springs. \nLearn more at https://www.comalconservation.org/
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-ccca-community-program-on-the-four-fountain-springs-of-texas-with-mr-gary-perez-indigenous-cultures-storyteller-2/
LOCATION:McKenna Event Center\, 801 W San Antonio St.\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Conservation Alliance":MAILTO:info@comalconservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230116T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
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SUMMARY:Kerrville - Texas Hill Country: Past\, Present\, Future
DESCRIPTION:Join the Native Plant Society – Kerrville Chapter at the Riverside Nature Center for a talk on the Hill Country. \nOur presenter is Rachael Lindsey\, Director of Science and Stewardship for the Hill Country Conservancy. Her presentation focuses on the unique history\, geology\, and vegetation of this region with a focus on opportunities for creating resiliency and sustainability in a changing climate. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/kerrville-texas-hill-country-past-present-future/
LOCATION:Riverside Nature Center\, 150 Francisco Lemos St.\, Kerrville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230121T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20221216T213330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T213330Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Outside the Box: Tips on Facilitating Indoor Learning Tasks Outside
DESCRIPTION:Demekia Biscoe\, Education Director with the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\, will guide you through things to consider for educators thinking about enhancing their lessons with outdoor activity. This session will give helpful knowledge and a little encouragement to utilize outdoor spaces as a classroom to inspire thinking. This workshop will also include tangible examples of how you can tweak a tried and true “indoor” lesson and make it “outdoor” ready with a few adjustments. \nWebinar is offered at 10:00 (central) on January 21\, 2023 \nA link to the webinar will be sent the morning of the event. If you have not received it please check your spam folder. \nIf you cannot make the event\, a recording will be sent to all registrants in the following days. \nClick here to learn more and register for the FREE webinar
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-outside-the-box-tips-on-facilitating-indoor-learning-tasks-outside/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230121T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230121T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T215123Z
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SUMMARY:San Antonio - Hillside Stewardship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Click here to view flyer. \nPlease join us on Saturday\, January 21st from 1:00 – 4:30 pm in San Antonio for a fun\, hands-on field day. We will explore key principles of land health along with management strategies that can help revitalize land and enable resilience against drought\, flooding\, and erosion. We’ll look at several structures (and build one or two) designed to reduce erosion\, enhance soil moisture and land productivity\, as well as mitigate drought and flooding stressors. \nRegistration is $15\, which includes snacks\, drinks\, printed educational materials\, and learning from one of the top experts on the topic. Dr. Mollie Walton\, a restoration ecologist with deep ranching-roots in Hamilton County\, has supported land stewards across the West for decades to restore productivity to their rangelands. In addition to learning from Walton\, participating land stewards will also have the opportunity to share their own stewardship experiences and lessons learned with one another. \nSpace is limited. To learn more and register\, please visit this link.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-antonio-hillside-stewardship-workshop/
LOCATION:San Antonio
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230126
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
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SUMMARY:Austin - Water for Texas 2023 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Collaboration is essential to ensuring a secure water future for Texas. The Water for Texas 2023 conference will bring together industry experts\, innovators\, influencers\, and leaders to discuss water issues impacting us now and in years to come. Join us for engaging panels\, inspiring keynote speakers\, and in-person networking that will connect people to projects\, challenges to solutions\, technology to advancements\, and ideas to H2Opportunities. \nTopics Will Include:\n\nWater science and technology\nDrought and flood\nInnovative solutions to water challenges\nTexas water policy\nCommunication strategies\n\nWho Should Attend?\nAll those in the water industry\, including utilities\, engineers\, river authorities\, bond counsels\, financial advisors\, scientists\, and floodplain administrators\, as well as local and regional representatives and elected officials and staff. \nLearn more and register here. \n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-water-for-texas-2023-conference/
LOCATION:AT&T Hotel and Conference Center\, 1900 University Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230128
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20221216T195951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T200022Z
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SUMMARY:San Marcos - Texas Ground Water Association Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Annual Convention is scheduled for January 25-27\, 2023 and will take place at the Embassy Suites Hotel & Convention Center in San Marcos. General registration\, exhibitor registration\, and sponsorship options are now open. \nExhibitors: We are using a new exhibit booth platform. Exhibitors will select their booths in real-time. You can choose to pay via credit card or mail us a check at 3755 South Capital of Texas Hwy\, Ste. 105\, Austin\, TX 78704. \nClick here to learn more from TGWA
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-marcos-texas-ground-water-association-annual-convention/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites and San Marcos Convention Center\, 1001 E McCarty Ln\, San Marcos\, TX\, 78666\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230202
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
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SUMMARY:Online - What Clues for Prevention are in Local Litter?
DESCRIPTION:Study\, Track\, remOve and Prevent (STOP) is a survey method to gather data on types and abundance of litter. STOP consists of measuring a 100 ft (or less) transect\, picking up all trash larger than a cigarette butt in that area\, then cataloging items. Participants enter surveys into the Texas Litter Database (txlitter.org) where it is used by scientists for research. We’ll talk about results from our first two years of surveys and show how data from STOP can provide detailed information on where (and what!) litter is a problem. This program is a nice addition to existing environmental education efforts! \nWorkshop is offered twice on February 1st\, 2:00 and 7:00 Central \nA zoom link for the webinar will be emailed to registrants the day of the event. If you have not seen an email come through please check your spam folder. \nThis webinar will be recorded and a recording will be sent out to registrants several days later and posted onto our YouTube. \nClick here to learn more and register for this FREE webinar
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-what-clues-for-prevention-are-in-local-litter/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230201T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20230118T174602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T174718Z
UID:35487-1675252800-1675256400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Webinar: Navigating the TCEQ Wastewater Permitting Process
DESCRIPTION:Wastewater is one of the biggest challenges facing the Hill Country. New and growing entities producing and treating wastewater– from new housing developments to youth camps– need wastewater disposal permits from TCEQ in order to discharge treated wastewater into rivers\, apply it to land for irrigation\, or reuse it for other purposes. TCEQ has a public participation process for new and amended permit applications\, but that process can be confusing and difficult to navigate. \nOn February 1st at 12PM CST\, attorney Lauren Ice will join us for an interactive conversation on how to navigate the TCEQ wastewater permitting process\, from accessing the permit application materials to requesting a public meeting and contested case hearing. We’ll hear about her experience representing clients who have contested permits\, both successfully and unsuccessfully\, and leave time for Q&A. Whether you’re following a specific wastewater permit\, or simply curious to learn about the process\, we hope you’ll join us! \nRegister at https://bit.ly/TCEQWebinar23
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-webinar-navigating-the-tceq-wastewater-permitting-process/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230201T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20221202T173819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T210335Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Seguin – Region 11 Guadalupe Flood Planning Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Due to the inclement weather conditions\, the Guadalupe Regional Flood Planning meeting scheduled for February 1 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday\, April 5 at GBRA’s River Annex in Seguin at 2pm. \nWe appreciate your participation and look forward to continuing to work with our stakeholders. \n– Region 11 Guadalupe RFPG \nThere will be a meeting of the Guadalupe RFPG on February 1\, 2023.  The meeting agenda\, materials\, and details for attending the meeting can be found here: www.guadaluperfpg.org. All meetings of the regional flood planning group are open to the public. \nClick here for updated information from the Guadalupe River Flood Planning Group. \nLearn More:\nSenate Bill 8\, 86th Texas Legislature\, created a state flood planning process for Texas\, through which TWDB will be administering state and regional flood plans. TWDB designated 15 planning area regions\, including the Guadalupe River Basin (Region 11). The first regional flood plans are due in January 2023\, which will culminate in the first statewide flood plan due September 1\, 2024. \nRegion 11 Counties\nThe Guadalupe RFPG consists of portions of Bandera\, Bastrop\, Blanco\, Caldwell\, Calhoun\, Comal\, DeWitt\, Fayette\, Gillespie\, Goliad\, Gonzales\, Guadalupe\, Hays\, Karnes\, Kendall\, Kerr\, Lavaca\, Real\, Refugio\, Travis\, Victoria and Wilson counties lying within the Guadalupe River Basin.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/seguin-region-11-guadalupe-flood-planning-group-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority River Annex\, 905 Nolan St.\, Seguin\, TX\, 78155\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230201T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20230128T000843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230128T000843Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Moving the Needle Forward
DESCRIPTION:Defenders is excited to present our Black History Month webinar series. Join us for our first presentation\, “Moving the Needle Forward” on Wednesday\, February 1st at 3:00pm CT! \nJoin keynote speaker David Buggs\, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer\, of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department\, as he kicks off the web series A Conversation on Diversity in Wildlife Conservation: Black History Month Edition. He will discuss what it will take to keep moving the needle forward to further increase representation in conservation spaces. He will be joined by the moderator\, Wildlife Conservation Interpreter at the Dallas Zoo\, and Herpetology enthusiast\, David Smallwood. \nLearn more and register here. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-moving-the-needle-forward/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Defenders of Wildlife":MAILTO:arodriguez@defenders.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230204T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230204T140000
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SUMMARY:Junction - Rural Roundup: Inspiring Local Education
DESCRIPTION:Join HCA and the H. E. Butt Foundation in Junction on February 4th for the Rural Roundup\, a traveling community showcase! \nClick here to view and download a PDF flyer. \nInterested in expanding education and learning in your community? Come spend the day exploring Junction’s learning spaces\, getting inspired by local presenters\, and uncovering connections across the region. \nIn the first half of the day\, we will explore several different local spots that serve as great community resources. After lunch\, we will dive deeper by exploring themes rather than places\, connecting participants with opportunities both in Junction and beyond. \nFrom modernizing the local library to improving teacher retention to creating safe spaces for youth – come get inspired as we learn what works\, what doesn’t\, and what you can bring back to your own community! \nRegister at https://bit.ly/JunctionRoundup \nClick here to learn more and RSVP for this FREE event – lunch and swag bags included for all attendees. RSVPs due by 1/30/23.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/junction-rural-roundup-inspiring-local-education/
LOCATION:Kimble County Historical Museum\, 130 Hospital Drive\, Junction\, TX\, 76849\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230211
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
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SUMMARY:San Marcos - 2023 Urban Riparian Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join Texas Riparian Association and Texas Water Resources Institute for an informative\, urban riparian symposium in San Marcos on February 8-10. Learn from keynote speakers\, presentations and poster sessions\, and explore more in immersive field trips. \n\n\n\nDr. Ryan S. King – Baylor University Dept. of Biology & Center for Reservoir and Aquatic Systems Research\nAmy Belaire\, Texas Science & Strategy Program Advisor for The Nature Conservancy\nKatherine Romans\, Executive Director of the Hill Country Alliance\n\n\n\nClick here to view event agenda. \nRegistration fees are for the 3-day conference program Wednesday thru Friday\, including 1 lunch Thursday afternoon\, 1 reception Thursday evening\, and refreshments during multiple breaks. \n\nRegular registration (until January 6): $200\nLate registration (January 7 – February 3): $225\n\nCancellations notified to Alexander.Neal@ag.tamu.edu before 5pm on January 6\, 2022 will receive a full refund. Cancellations received after this date will not receive a refund. Registration substitutions will be accepted until the start of the conference. \nRegistration Questions should be directed to Alexander Neal by email Alexander.Neal@ag.tamu.edu or call 979.314.2351. \nClick here to learn more and register!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-marcos-2023-urban-riparian-symposium/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites and San Marcos Convention Center\, 1001 E McCarty Ln\, San Marcos\, TX\, 78666\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
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SUMMARY:Online - Barriers to Bridges: Wildlife BioDIVERSITY
DESCRIPTION:Defenders is excited to present our Black History Month webinar series. Join us for our second presentation\, “Barriers to Bridges: Wildlife BioDIVERSITY” on Wednesday\, February 8th at 3:00pm CT! \nJoin speaker Krystal Toney\, Ph.D. candidate at The University of North Texas\, and Author of Black in Nature\, as she speaks at the web series A Conversation on Diversity in Wildlife Conservation: Black History Month Edition. She will discuss her current research project which aims to focus on the cultural connections with the land\, the environment\, and conservation as a whole\, specific to Texas. She will be joined by the moderator\, Wildlife Conservation Interpreter at the Dallas Zoo\, and Herpetology enthusiast\, David Smallwood. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-barriers-to-bridges-wildlife-biodiversity/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Defenders of Wildlife":MAILTO:arodriguez@defenders.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230211T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20230125T205014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T205014Z
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SUMMARY:Austin - Moving with Mindfulness Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Join our partners at the Campsite at Shield Ranch for a rejuvenating day with family and community. Enjoy movement with mindfulness including hikes with a sensory focus\, activities meant to inspire curiosity\, yoga for all levels\, reflections by the outdoor fire ring\, and more. Chef Addie will serve a seasonal hot lunch. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-moving-with-mindfulness-family-day/
LOCATION:Campsite at Shield Ranch\, 10417 Crumley Ranch Road \, Austin\, TX\, 78620\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shield Ranch":MAILTO:michellebryant@shieldranch.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230222T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230222T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20230110T205116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T205116Z
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SUMMARY:San Antonio - 2023 Central Texas Water Conservation Symposium - From Dust to Deluge: Managing Water in Changing Conditions
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Central Texas Water Conservation Symposium provides water utilities with the information needed to implement successful water conservation programs\, effectively engage customers\, and plan for the future. Learn from state and national experts about the latest approaches\, what is coming next and best practices for maximum efficiency gains. \nPlus\, stay a day longer for a BONUS event: join San Antonio Water System (SAWS) on Feb 23 for The Rain to Drain Experience\, a fully immersive expedition to learn about the source of San Antonio drinking water and where it goes\, well\, “after the flush.” \nClick here to register\nDownload the Full Agenda \nProgram Theme: From Dust to Deluge: Managing Water in Changing Conditions \nProgram Highlights: \nPlanning for and Responding to Drought: Conservation Strategies\, Forecasts\, and Trends \n\nLong range drought/surface water supply forecast\, Bob Rose\, LCRA\n\n\nGPCD trends drought vs non-drought periods\, Karen Guz\, SAWS\n\n\nNew Braunfels Drought Mitigation Strategies: Summer 2022\, Andrew Cummings\, New Braunfels Utilities\n\nWater Loss in Texas: How much water is being lost and how communities are approaching solutions \n\nHidden Reservoirs: Quantifying Water Loss in Texas\, Alan Wyatt\, Independent Consultant\n\n\nSAWS water loss data analysis case study\, Patrick Shriver\, SAWS\n\nAMI implementation and data analysis: Leveraging your AMI data whether your program has just started or is well established programs with mountains of information. \n\nUnique ways to use AMI data\, Christopher Tull\, California Data Collaborative\n\n\nAMI data use in ATX\, Jonathan Orenstein\, City of Austin\n\n\nAMI integration and customer outreach\, Brandon Pritchett\, City of Pflugerville\n\nTexas Runs on Water – Building Water Knowledge \nDeep in the Heart: Communicating Water Conservation through Film \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-antonio-2023-central-texas-water-conservation-symposium/
LOCATION:San Antonio Botanical Garden\, 555 Funston Place\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78209\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230222T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230222T160000
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CREATED:20230125T205608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T205608Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Sending the Elevator Back Down When Shattering Green Ceilings
DESCRIPTION:Defenders is excited to present our Black History Month webinar series. Join us for our final presentation\, “Sending the Elevator Back Down When Shattering Green Ceilings” on Wednesday\, February 22nd at 3:00pm CT! \nJoin speakers Leandra Taylor\, Outreach Coordinator for the Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards and Leader for Outdoor Afro\, and Danae Jackson\, Senior Zoologist at the Dallas Zoo as they have a panel discussion at the web series A Conversation on Diversity in Wildlife Conservation: Black History Month Edition. Leading the discussion will be the moderator\, Wildlife Conservation Interpreter at the Dallas Zoo\, and Herpetology enthusiast\, David Smallwood. They will hold a conversation on the importance of building professional networks and sending the elevator back down when shattering green ceilings. \nClick here to learn more and register for this free event.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-sending-the-elevator-back-down-when-shattering-green-ceilings/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Defenders of Wildlife":MAILTO:arodriguez@defenders.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230222T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230222T193000
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CREATED:20230215T212414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T212957Z
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SUMMARY:Kerrville - TexS Talk & Texas Water Symposium: Drought Impacts to the Hill Country
DESCRIPTION:In 2022\, San Antonio received only a third of its average annual rainfall. Popular swimming holes from Jacobs Well in Wimberley to the Guadalupe River dried up – impacting wildlife\, agriculture\, and tourism revenue in addition to many rural communities dependent on limited water resources. As the drought continues into 2023\, what can we do to preserve the water we’ve got? \nJoin us for an evening of expert panel discussion with an opportunity for audience Q&A at the end. \nIn partnership with Texas Water Symposium\, this event will be recorded and aired on Texas Public Radio. \nClick here to view and share a PDF flyer.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/kerrville-texs-talk-texas-water-symposium-drought-impacts-to-the-hill-country/
LOCATION:Schreiner University: Cailloux Campus Activity Center Ballroom\, 15 Acorn Loop\, Kerrville\, TX\, 78028\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230227T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20230208T201022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T201022Z
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SUMMARY:Austin - Texas Water Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:A biennial educational event that invites Texas water professionals to share educational resources with legislators and their staff. The next Texas Water Day at the Capitol will take place on the afternoon of February 27\, 2023. Please RSVP below and stay tuned for a program agenda. \nLearn more from Texas Water Foundation here
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-texas-water-day-at-the-capitol-2/
LOCATION:Texas State Capitol\, 1100 Congress Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230228T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20230208T200704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T200704Z
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SUMMARY:Fredericksburg - Native Plants and Geography of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:Debbie Windham\, President of Friends of Enchanted Rock\, and Bob Lodowski\, volunteer Interpretive Guide at Enchanted Rock\, will speak on the native plants and geography of our local treasure at the February meeting of the Native Plant Society of Texas\, Fredericksburg chapter. \nThe Fredericksburg Chapter\, Native Plant Society of Texas holds its monthly meetings on the 4th Tuesday of the month at St. Joseph’s Halle (212 W. San Antonio St.\, Fredericksburg). There is a social time at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend. \nMore information can be found online at https://npsot.org/wp/fredericksburg/ and on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/fbgtxnpsot).
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/fredericksburg-native-plants-and-geography-of-enchanted-rock-state-natural-area/
LOCATION:St. Joseph’s Halle\, 212 W. San Antonio St.\, FREDERICKSBURG\, TX\, 78624\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230304
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20221215T170504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T170504Z
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SUMMARY:Austin - Texas Land Conservation Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 27th annual Texas Land Conservation Conference will be held March 1-3\, 2023 at the Hilton Austin Airport.  We are very excited to welcome everyone back together in-person once again. \nThe conference is the preeminent statewide meeting for anyone working in the field of land and water conservation\, private landowners interested in conserving their land\, government\, business and NGO agency partners\, and any person interested in learning more about these important issues in Texas. Come join us for three days of learning\, inspiration\, and fantastic networking events as we work together to #ConserveTexasLand! \nThe conference brings together experts from around the state and nation to discuss a variety of conservation-related issues\, providing an exceptional opportunity for learning and engagement in order to advance land and water conservation in Texas. Whether you are interested in attending\, speaking on a panel\, or supporting our event as a sponsor or exhibitor\,  you can find more information by following the links below. Or click the tabs the top of the website for information on conference fees\, hotel accommodations\, our conference agenda\, event speakers\, and more. \nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-texas-land-conservation-conference-2/
LOCATION:Hilton Austin Airport\, 9515 Hotel Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78719\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230301T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230301T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20221202T174048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T174048Z
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SUMMARY:Seguin – Region 11 Guadalupe Flood Planning Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be a meeting of the Guadalupe RFPG on March 1\, 2023.  The meeting agenda\, materials\, and details for attending the meeting can be found here: www.guadaluperfpg.org. All meetings of the regional flood planning group are open to the public. \nClick here for updated information from the Guadalupe River Flood Planning Group. \nLearn More:\nSenate Bill 8\, 86th Texas Legislature\, created a state flood planning process for Texas\, through which TWDB will be administering state and regional flood plans. TWDB designated 15 planning area regions\, including the Guadalupe River Basin (Region 11). \nRegion 11 Counties\nThe Guadalupe RFPG consists of portions of Bandera\, Bastrop\, Blanco\, Caldwell\, Calhoun\, Comal\, DeWitt\, Fayette\, Gillespie\, Goliad\, Gonzales\, Guadalupe\, Hays\, Karnes\, Kendall\, Kerr\, Lavaca\, Real\, Refugio\, Travis\, Victoria and Wilson counties lying within the Guadalupe River Basin.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/seguin-region-11-guadalupe-flood-planning-group-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority River Annex\, 905 Nolan St.\, Seguin\, TX\, 78155\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230308
DTSTAMP:20260403T213538
CREATED:20230303T154326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T154326Z
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SUMMARY:Austin - TREAD Advocacy Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Please register for the Texas Real Estate Advocacy and Defense (TREAD) Coalition’s Advocacy Day on March 7\, where they will be scheduling meetings with legislators on bills that are before them this session affecting landowners and rural communities. \nThis is an opportunity to amplify our voice and promote the preservation of our land\, resources\, property rights and pocket book. There will be a group briefing for everyone before you go off to meetings. Don’t miss this opportunity to be an advocate! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-tread-advocacy-day-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Texas State Capitol\, 1100 Congress Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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