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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - CCCA Community Program - What is Natural Infrastructure\, and Why Do We Care?
DESCRIPTION:Jessica Karlsruher\, CEO of the TREAD Coalition will join CCCA to talk about “What is Natural Infrastructure\, and Why Do We Care?” \nIn this time of rapid growth and development in Comal County\, we are losing many of the benefits that natural areas and open lands provide. When we think about infrastructure\, we think about rooftops\, commercial buildings\, roads and transmission lines. But what about the natural capital – our natural assets – that provide infrastructure to our surroundings and contribute to our daily lives? \nLand and water act as natural infrastructure providing a myriad of benefits to us from clean air to fresh drinking water from our faucets. Maintaining our natural infrastructure is equally important to man-made landscapes. \nCome learn what you should know and why you should care about stewarding your natural capital. \nClick here to learn more from the Comal County Conservation Alliance.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-ccca-community-program-what-is-natural-infrastructure-and-why-do-we-care/
LOCATION:McKenna Event Center\, 801 W San Antonio St.\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Canyon Lake - Bob Keyser Astronomy Night at the Tye Preston Memorial Library
DESCRIPTION:This Astronomy Night at the Tye Preston Memorial Library we will be remembering Robert (Bob) C. Keyser and dedicating the installation of his equipment in the observatory dome.  After the dedication\, we will be viewing planets and deep sky objects using our four telescopes: A Celestron Edge C9.25\, A Celestron C11\, a Meade LX200 8″\, and a 10″ Dobsonian mount.  The Dobsonian mount is available to anyone who wishes to explore the night sky on their own.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/canyon-lake-bob-keyser-astronomy-night-at-the-tye-preston-memorial-library/
LOCATION:Tye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S. Access Rd\, Canyon Lake\, TX\, 78133\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Braunfels Astronomy Club":MAILTO:admin@astronomynbtx.org
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240116T133000
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SUMMARY:Online - Hill Country Eclipse Quarterly Round Table Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to participate in a Hill Country Eclipse Round Table Tuesday\, January 16\, from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm CDT on MS Teams to discuss ongoing preparations for the total solar eclipse\, which may draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to our region in April 2024. \nDuring the last total solar eclipse event in the U.S.\, back in 2017\, many rural communities in its path were overwhelmed by the crowds and the challenges they created for local infrastructure\, emergency services\, lodging\, restaurants\, and supermarkets. However\, the communities that fared the best were those that started preparing years in advance \nIn 2024\, the total solar eclipse will pass through the middle of the Hill Country\, affecting all our communities. This round table is an opportunity for us to share our plans\, learn from one another\, and benefit from lessons learned by others. \nJanuary’s Meeting\nOur guest presenter is meteorologist and eclipse chaser Jay Anderson who will be presenting “Five Days to Go! What’s the Weather?” His talk will focus on the variety of weather patterns that may affect Texas in April and examples of past weather patterns of April 8. Jay will show us where to get more detailed weather forecasts on the days ahead of the eclipse and speculate on what impacts the forecast weather may have. This is a meeting you are not going to want to miss!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-quarterly-round-table-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240123T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063652
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SUMMARY:San Marcos - Texas Ground Water Association 2024 Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:TGWA is pleased to announce the upcoming Annual Convention set for January 23 – 26\, 2024 in San Marcos\, TX at the Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel & Conference Center.  \nThe TGWA Annual Convention is our largest event of the year. It brings together 400+ water well professionals\, groundwater science professionals\, and leading industry representatives under one roof for education\, networking\, scholarship fundraising\, and camaraderie.  \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-marcos-texas-ground-water-association-2024-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;TZID=UTC:20240123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
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SUMMARY:Online - Hill Country Eclipse Lunch & Learn Series - Weather
DESCRIPTION:During the last total solar eclipse event in the U.S.\, back in 2017\, many rural communities in its path were overwhelmed by the crowds and the challenges they created for local infrastructure\, emergency services\, lodging and restaurants\, and supermarkets. However\, the communities that fared the best were those that started preparing years in advance. On October 14 of this year and April 8 of 2024\, the annular and total solar eclipses will pass through the middle of the Hill Country\, affecting all our communities. \nFor the past two and a half years\, the Hill Country Alliance has been convening quarterly round table meetings of the Hill Country Eclipse Team. These meetings are opportunities for residents\, eclipse enthusiasts\, business owners\, and community leaders to share regional planning updates. The meetings have included presentations by subject matter experts on related topics. \nThe Hill Country Eclipse Lunch and Learn sessions are an opportunity to discuss individual niche topics specific to eclipse planning and preparations. Topics will include everything from accessibility and community preparation to public relations and security. \nThe Eclipse Lunch & Learn Sessions take place on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month via Microsoft Teams from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CST.\nRegister here for the complete series and attend the sessions at your leisure. Each Lunch and Learn will be recorded and posted to the HCA Eclipse Portal. \nPaul Yura\, Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service\, will be the featured subject matter expert for this Lunch and Learn session on Weather.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-lunch-learn-series-weather/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240131T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T170000
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SUMMARY:Dallas - Eco-Communication: Bridging Science & the Environment
DESCRIPTION:Join the Texas Watershed Planning Program us for an immersive day-and-a-half workshop aimed at transforming your outreach\, advocacy\, and messaging from the realm of rhetoric and hearsay into a powerful force grounded in Science. This program is tailored for water and natural resource professionals who interact with the public\, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to craft environmental messaging that truly resonates. \n\n\nThroughout this engaging workshop\, you’ll dive into fundamental principles of adult learning theory\, explore cutting-edge models for outreach\, master effective methods for organizing information\, and discover impactful techniques for creating dynamic outreach initiatives and programs. Get Ready to unlock the secrets of science-driven communication and make a lasting impact in the world of environmental advocacy! \n\nIf you are interested in this event and have questions\, please email Lucas Gregory at LFGregory@ag.tamu.edu. \nThe Texas Watershed Planning Program is managed by the Texas Water Resources Institute and is funded through a Clean Water Act nonpoint source grant provided by the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The institute is part of Texas A&M AgriLife Research\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dallas-eco-communication-bridging-science-the-environment/
LOCATION:Texas A&M Agrilife – Dallas Center\, 17360 Coit Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75252\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T163000
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SUMMARY:Boerne - Riparian Restoration Field Day (Part 2 of Riparian Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Riparian Restoration Field Day | Saturday\, February 3rd | 2:00 – 4:30 PM | Boerne\, TX (Part 2 of our Riparian Stewardship Workshop Series) \nJoin Hill Country Alliance and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for an educational\, hands-on field day restoring a riparian–or riverside—area with topic expert\, Steve Nelle! At this workshop\, participants will have the chance to get their hands dirty at a beautiful private ranch on the Guadalupe River and learn about (and practice!) different planting methods for bolstering plant establishment along creeks and rivers. Attendees will leave with great resources to help steward their own stretch of a river or creek\, including a Remarkable Riparian Field Guide (a one-stop shop for all matters Riparian in the Hill Country\, this book walks readers through the fundamentals of riparian areas and features a fantastic plant guide for common\, native plants found in and along our rivers and creeks)\, educational resources\, and riparian seeds\, starter plants\, and cuttings to bring home! Contact Rachel at rachel@hillcountryalliance.org with any questions or concerns. \nFollow this link to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/boerne-riparian-restoration-field-day-part-2-of-riparian-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Boerne\, TX
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Comstock - Seminole Canyon State Park Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Hill Country Alliance and Seminole Canyon State Park for a night under the stars!\nCome out and take a walk of the solar system\, learn how a sun spotter telescope works\, observe the sun (safely) and enjoy night sky viewing with professional astronomers and telescopes with the Hill Country Alliance Night Skies Program! Bring along your kids to do some junior stargazing and enjoy hot cocoa too. \nFREE event with park entry fee.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/comstock-seminole-canyon-state-park-star-party/
LOCATION:Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site\, 434 Park Road 67\, Comstock\, TX\, 78837\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Seminole Canyon State Park &amp%3B Historic Site":MAILTO:SeminoleCanyonSP@tpwd.texas.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240221T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240221T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
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SUMMARY:Wimberley - State of the Eclipse Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Wimberley Chamber of Commerce presents State of the Eclipse Luncheon\, featuring Hill Country Alliance Night Sky Program Manager\, Dawn Davies. Learn to prepare your business for the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8. \nMore details here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/wimberley-state-of-the-eclipse-luncheon/
LOCATION:Wimberley Community Center\, 14068 Ranch Rd 12\, Wimberley\, TX\, 78676\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240223T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240223T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
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SUMMARY:Fredericksburg - Plantastic Vegetable Gardening Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join Texas A&M AgriLife Extension for a vegetable gardening focused seminar. Dr. Masabni with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will present on hydroponics and organic vegetable gardening for the main two general sessions. Breakout sessions will follow\, with topics including  tomatoes\, insects\, permaculture\, herbs\, onions and garlic. The program will have a final thirty minute Hot and Dry Vegetable Gardening session. Topics for this session are  water conservation methods in vegetable gardens\, heat tolerant vegetables and garden disasters. Program will conclude with door prizes.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/fredericksburg-plantastic-vegetable-gardening-seminar/
LOCATION:Gillespie County AgriLife Extension Office\, 38 Business Court\, Fredericksburg\, TX\, 78624\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
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SUMMARY:Austin - Texas Land Conservation Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 28th Annual Texas Land Conservation Conference will be held February 28 – March 1\, 2024\, at the Hilton Austin Airport. \n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to learn more and register with Texas Land Trust Council.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-texas-land-conservation-conference-3/
LOCATION:Hilton Austin Airport\, 9515 Hotel Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78719\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
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SUMMARY:Online - Water Wonks Lecture Series: #2 Use Of Comprehensive Models For Targeting Green Stormwater Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:Join this lecture series\, hosted by Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance and learn from Dr. Sheeba M. Thomas Dominguez (San Antonio River Authority Senior Technical Engineer). \nThe San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has been working on the development of comprehensive water quality models\, tools and analysis since more than a decade for quantitative water quality master planning and Best Management Practice (BMP)/Low Impact Development (LID) prioritization of the San Antonio River Basin. \nThe River Authority recently updated their water quality models for some of our urban watersheds\, based on more current information such as land use\, topography\, stream network\, subbasin delineation\, meteorological data\, stream flows\, ambient and storm water quality sampling data\, wastewater flows\, sanitary sewer overflows (SSO)\, recharge and channel losses\, spring flows\, and diversions. \nAvailable floodplain hydraulic models were reviewed and used to generate rating tables for model reaches.  The revised models were calibrated\, and peer reviewed to observed flow and constituent data following River Authority’s water quality modeling standards. The suite of water quality modeling tools such as the SARA Load Reduction Tool (LRT) which automatically determine load reduction needed for each subbasin and constituent to meet stream standards and the Enhanced BMP Tool to determine the optimal (minimal cost) combinations of BMP/LID were also developed.  The results from the models and tool runs have been further analyzed to determine where water quality improvement measures need to be implemented for improving the surface water quality conditions. \nThe results from these efforts serve as a valuable best science-based resource to the communities in fostering efforts for water quality preservation/mitigation. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-water-wonks-lecture-series-2-use-of-comprehensive-models-for-targeting-green-stormwater-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240129T211502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T211504Z
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SUMMARY:Bandera - Bandera County Water Talk: Managing our Groundwater
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning how groundwater is managed in Bandera County? Come out for a community water talk with Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District\, Texas Water Development Board\, and Groundwater Management Area 9 at Bandera Electric Company on February 29! \nThis will be an opportunity for locals to learn about regional groundwater supply and management and find out how to get involved in local groundwater planning. \nLearn more and RSVP at bit.ly/banderawatertalk \nClick here to share the Facebook event! \n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/bandera-bandera-county-water-talk-managing-our-groundwater/
LOCATION:Bandera Electric Cooperative\, 3172 TX-16\, Bandera\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240304T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T171131Z
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SUMMARY:Leakey - Preserving and Conserving Our Waters
DESCRIPTION:Landowner Workshop\nLearn more about water on rangelands\, riparian areas\, water conservation strategies\, and landowner assistance programs at this workshop on Monday\, March 4th. Cost is $15 and lunch is included. \nContact:\nReal County Extension\nRainey Bingham\, CEA\nrainey.bingham@ag.tamu.edu\n(830) 232-5464
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/leakey-preserving-and-conserving-our-waters/
LOCATION:Frio Pecan Farm\, 144 Red Wright Rd\, Leakey\, TX\, 78873\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Real County AgriLife Extension":MAILTO:rainey.bingham@ag.tamu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240307T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
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SUMMARY:Boerne - Healthy Lawns & Healthy Waters: Upper Cibolo Creek Watershed
DESCRIPTION:A free Texas A&M AgriLife soil sample analysis (Routine and Micronutrient analysis) is available to everyone attending. For soil sample collection information\, visit the Healthy Lawns and Healthy Waters (HLHW) website at hlhw.tamu.edu to watch the “taking a soil sample” video and bring your sample to the training or visit your local county office of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Kendall County. \nRSVP is recommended by filling out the registration form on the HLHW website. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/boerne-tamu-healthy-lawns/
LOCATION:City of Boerne Library\, 451 N. Main Street\, Boerne\, TX\, 78006\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240312T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240301T212423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T212423Z
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - CCCA's Community Program: One Water in Comal County
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: Robin Gary\, NBU One Water Coordinator will join CCCA to talk about “One Water in Comal County”\nOne Water principles consider all water valuable – stormwater\, commercial\, industrial\, wastewater\, and drinking water; finding new uses for existing water\, including water reuse\, all designed to maximize water resources.\nWHEN: Tuesday\, March 12\, 6:00 – 7:30 PM\nWHERE: McKenna Events Center\, 801 W. San Antonio Street\, New Braunfels\, TX 78130.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-cccas-community-program-one-water-in-comal-county/
LOCATION:McKenna Event Center\, 801 W San Antonio St.\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Conservation Alliance":MAILTO:info@comalconservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240315T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240221T223708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T223708Z
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SUMMARY:Kerrville - 8th Hill Country Land Stewardship Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the eighth annual Hill Country Bennett Trust Land Stewardship Conference\, hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\, on March 14-15 in Kerrville. The event will be held at the Y.O. Ranch and Hotel and Conference Center\, 2033 Sidney Baker St. Registration is $125. To register and for additional conference details\, visit https://tx.ag/Mar2024BennettTrust. There will be a total of three general Texas Department of Agriculture continuing units available and all meals and refreshments are included in the registration fee. \nThere also are four sponsorships available and sponsors can visit  https://tx.ag/Mar2024BennettTrust to register. \nConference goal and agenda\nThe conference’s goal is designed to help current and future landowners and managers to learn about the unique needs for managing land in the Hill Country region. This year’s keynote speaker will be Rick Machen\, Ph.D.\, professor in the Department of Animal Science and Veterinary Technology and Paul Genho Endowed Chair in Ranch Management\, Texas A&M-Kingsville. There also will be an equipment showcase where vendors and demonstrators will have 30 minutes each to demonstrate the latest fire tools and herbicide equipment. The Mar. 14 sessions begin at 7:30 a.m. with breakfast and the main program starting at 8 a.m. Speakers and topics will include: \n\nBrush management tools – Morgan Treadwell\, Ph.D.\, AgriLife Extension range specialist and associate professor in the Department of Rangeland\, Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences\, San Angelo.\nTop laws – Tiffany Dowell-Lashmet\, Ph.D.\, AgriLife Extension agriculture law specialist\, Amarillo.\nSheep and goats – Reid Redden\, Ph.D.\, director\, Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at San Angelo\, San Angelo.\nManaging whitetail deer – Larry Redmon\, Ph.D.\, AgriLife Extension program leader and associate department head\, Department of Soil and Crop Sciences\, Bryan-College Station.\n\nMar. 15 will begin at 7:30 a.m. with breakfast and participants will have the choice of touring either the Diamond V Ranch in Mountain Home or the Hillingdon Ranch in Comfort. \nFor more information\, visit https://agrilife.org/bennettrust/\, or contact Linda Francis at linda-francis@ag.tamu.edu.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/kerrville-8th-hill-country-land-stewardship-conference/
LOCATION:Y.O. Ranch Hotel & Conference Center\, 2033 Sidney Baker\, Kerrville\, TX\, 78028\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240323
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SUMMARY:Online - Last day to submit to Water\, Texas Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:THE 9TH ANNUAL WATER\, TEXAS FILM CONTEST IS ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS UNTIL MARCH 22\, 2024! \nTexas Water Foundation is looking for films that feature WATER + TEXAS. We aim to inspire the creation of diverse\, informative\, unique\, funny\, and thought-provoking films about water in the Lone Star State. What that means is up to you! \nFinalist films will be judged by award-winning film director\, producer\, screenwriter and Texan\, Rick Linklater! Read more about Rick here. \nWinning films will be screened at the festival on April 30\, 2024. \nClick here to learn more about this event
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-last-day-to-submit-to-water-texas-film-festival/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240319T163823Z
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SUMMARY:Austin - Eclipse Talk at Full Moon Swim
DESCRIPTION:The Austin Nature and Science Center invites you to learn about the upcoming eclipse with expert and educator Dawn Davies during Full-Moon Swim on Monday\, March 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the south entrance of Barton Springs. \nA Hill Country Alliance’s Night Sky Program Manager Dawn Davies has over a decade of astronomy outreach and dark sky preservation experience. She has served on the board of the Austin Astronomical Society and as a volunteer advocate for the Internationals Dark-Sky Association. \nBring your binoculars and telescopes to gaze at the moon. Other astronomers and astronomy enthusiasts will be on hand to help you explore the night sky with a telescope and participate in fun hands-on learning activities. Free eclipse glasses will be distributed at the event. \nThe schedule will be as follows: \n\n6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Hands-on\, family-friendly activities\n7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eclipse presentation and Q&A\n8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Night sky viewing with a telescope\n\nClick here to learn more
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-eclipse-talk-at-full-moon-swim/
LOCATION:Barton Springs Pool\, South Entrance off Azie Morton\, Austin\, Texas\, 78746
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240326T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240228T171801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T171803Z
UID:55657-1711454400-1711472400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Lakehills - Agri-Land Landowner Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Looking to improve the health and productivity of your land? Join Hill Country Alliance and Alamo Resource Conservation District for FREE landowner workshop in Bandera County exploring a variety of land management topics including: \n\nPlanned grazing and soil health\nLand management for watershed health\nNRCS technical and financial resources\nWater management and drought conditions in Bandera County\nPesticide laws and regulation\nand more!\n\nVisit bit.ly/agriland24 to learn more and register!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/lakehills-agri-land-landowner-workshop/
LOCATION:The Way Church\, 7789 FM1283\, Lakehills\, TX\, 78063\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240327T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240327T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240301T213702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T213702Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Water Wonks Online Lecture Series: #3  Integrating Stormwater Ecosystem Services Into Local Governance
DESCRIPTION:Join this lecture series\, hosted by Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance and learn from Danielle Craig (Graduate Part-Time Instructor\, Department of Landscape Architecture -Texas Tech University). \nMark your calendars for 3:30-4:30 p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Water Wonks will feature a host of experts sharing innovative ideas and details about their work in the world of water. \nLecture #3-What you will learn: \nThis research identifies key indicators for stormwater ecosystem services within the comprehensive plans and land development regulations in the Austin-San Antonio Corridor. The rapid urbanization in the Corridor has significant implications for both quality and quantity of stormwater. Identification of key indicators for stormwater ecosystem services within plans and land development regulations can help to restore natural hydrology\, decrease stormwater volumes during precipitation events to help prevent flooding\, and increase stormwater quality.\n \nIntegrating Stormwater Ecosystem Services into Local Governance is an assessment of the various ways that cities can\, and are\, incorporating stormwater ecosystem services into urban planning and development\, including drainage and flood control\, erosion and sediment control\, and stormwater pollution and prevention. The presence of specific planning and design strategies\, such as low impact development\, reduction of impervious surfaces\, land interests and burdens\, and conservation development are also evaluated.\n\nThe results of the evaluation show that recognition of ecosystem services within comprehensive plans and land development regulations is highly variable\, but that there is ample opportunity for integration. The findings can be used to guide advocacy for enhancing ecosystem services in local law and policy and the overall research framework can be adapted to different geographical locations. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-water-wonks-online-lecture-series-3-integrating-stormwater-ecosystem-services-into-local-governance/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240328T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240301T220314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T220314Z
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SUMMARY:Castroville - Medina River Stakeholder Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The next Medina River stakeholder meeting is fast approaching! The Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI) is hosting the third in a series of stakeholder meetings for anyone interested in becoming involved in the Medina River Below Medina Diversion Lake Watershed Protection Plan. This meeting is free and open to the public. \nDiscussions will focus on reviews and comments on drafts of the first three chapters of the watershed plan\, upcoming work group meetings\, and the draft of Chapter 4 – Potential Sources of Pollution. Continued development of Chapter 4 requires significant stakeholder input and feedback to clearly understand what is going on in the watershed. Refining this chapter will be an initial focus of upcoming workgroup meetings. \n\n\nClick here to learn more and RSVP.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/castroville-medina-river-stakeholder-meeting/
LOCATION:Braden Keller Community Center\, 1410 Amelia St\, Castroville\, TX\, 78009\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240402T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240313T212326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T225639Z
UID:57070-1712080800-1712091600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:San Marcos - Groundwater Symposium: A deep dive into local aquifers
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, April 2 for the Groundwater Symposium- an immersive educational event providing an in-depth look into the Edwards and Trinity aquifers. By attending you’ll gain a better understanding of local hydrogeology\, how groundwater is managed in the region\, and what you can do to help conserve this precious resource. There will be hands-on activities\, exhibitors\, a panel of local groundwater leaders\, and more! This event is hosted by Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District and Texas State University’s Office of Sustainability and Department of Geography and Environmental Studies. \nClick here for more details.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-marcos-groundwater-symposium-a-deep-dive-into-local-aquifers/
LOCATION:Texas State University\, LBJ Student Center\, LBJ Ballroom\, 109 Student Center Drive\, San Marcos\, TX\, 78666\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Spring Water Revival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20230727T185320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T154051Z
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SUMMARY:Burnet - Reveille Peak Ranch - Texas Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:Texas Eclipse 2024 is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration under the Texas sky! Don’t miss your last chance to catch a total solar eclipse in the United States for more than 20 years on April 5-9th\, 2024. At over 4 minutes and 20 seconds\, this will be one of the longest totality events you can attend. \nThis experience will feature music\, art\, space and technology over 4+ days\, set in the beautiful Texas Hill Country\, just a short drive from Austin and San Antonio\, TX. We’ll be joined by thousands of festival lovers and eclipse enthusiasts from all over the world.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/burnet-reveille-peak-ranch-texas-eclipse/
LOCATION:REVEILLE PEAK RANCH\, 105 Co Rd 114\, Burnet\, TX\, 78611\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240405T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20230926T151429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T151429Z
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SUMMARY:Harper - Tres Molinos Presents:  Total Solar Eclipse at The Ranch
DESCRIPTION:This will be a three-day event.  We still have some dry dock rv spots available.  We offer many activities on the ranch such as Fishing in one of our two stock ponds for Catfish\, Bass and Perch\, Skeet Shooting at the shooting range\, Hiking over 125 acres\, Trail Rides\, and ATV Rentals.  Our Restaurant is sure to satisfy any hungry camper or eclipse gazer with Chef Tito at the helm during this event.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/harper-tres-molinos-presents-total-solar-eclipse-at-the-ranch/
LOCATION:Tres Molinos Ranch & Resort\, 4260 N Ranch Rd 783\, Harper\, TX\, 78631\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240221T224115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T224115Z
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SUMMARY:Johnson City - Totalityville Eclipse Event at Vinovium Winery
DESCRIPTION:Join us for three days of camping at a beautiful hill country winery – with live music\, food trucks\, community\, games\, daily yoga and more\, all leading up to the grand finale on April 8th…a complete solar eclipse with over 4 minutes of totality! \nLearn more and get tickets at https://www.totalityville.com
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/johnson-city-totalityville-eclipse-event-at-vinovium-winery/
LOCATION:Vinovium Winery\, Johnson City\, TX\, 214 Edmonds Ave\, Johnson City\, TX\, 78636\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hill Country Eclipse
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ORGANIZER;CN="Armadillo Events LLC":MAILTO:totalityville@chasmfest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240406T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240408T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240318T155809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T155809Z
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SUMMARY:Junction - Texclipse Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Showcasing Texas Music\, Art and Culture during the Total Solar Eclipse!🌘🔥 Join us on 40+ acres with unobstructed views for a quality viewing experience! \nCamping and upscale lodging also available! \nwww.texclipsemusicfestival.com
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/junction-texclipse-music-festival/
LOCATION:Hill Country Fair Association\, FM-2169\, Junction\, TX\, FM-2169\, Junction\, TX\, 76849\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240406T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240406T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240318T155625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T155625Z
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SUMMARY:Spicewood - Spicewood Arts Presents Reckless Kelly Concert
DESCRIPTION:Spicewood Art’s\, a nonprofit organization\, mission is to provide the residents of Spicewood\, TX\, and surrounding cities an opportunity to experience\, enjoy and support the visual\, performing\, and literary arts through conducting six performances a season.  Our 5th performance this season is Reckless Kelly\, celebrating the beginning of the eclipse weekend. \nReckless Kelly is an American country rock band. The heartland gave the band authenticity. Musical lives honed its skill. Adversity instilled its persistence. Moving to Austin gave it wings to fly. As kids\, the Brauns – Cody\, Willy\, Micky\, and Gary – shared a stage with the likes of Johnny Cash\, Glen Campbell\, and Merle Haggard. Cody and Willy branched out adding great musicians and formed Reckless Kelly. \nThey are ready to get off the road where they have been performing over 200 shows per year. 2024 & 2025 will be pre-retirement and they will only be playing 35 shows per year. They are excited for one of those to be for us in Spicewood\, TX. \nTo learn more about the infamous Reckless Kelly band\, check out: https://www.recklesskelly.com/
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/spicewood-spicewood-arts-presents-reckless-kelly-concert/
LOCATION:Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery\, 101 CO RD 409\, Spicewood\, TX\, 78669\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hill Country Eclipse
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ORGANIZER;CN="Spicewood Arts Society":MAILTO:info@spicewoodarts.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240409
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240205T153610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T153610Z
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SUMMARY:D'Hanis - Eclipse Festival
DESCRIPTION:You don’t want to miss the D’Hanis Eclipse Festival. This 2-day event is family friendly and will be jam packed with tons of fun.  Live Music\, a Chili Cookoff\, Pickleball\, Washer and Cornhole Tournaments will be in full swing. \nPrimitive Tent and RV sites will be available starting several days before the event.  Tent Sites are $30/night and RV sites are $100/night.  There will be plenty of food and drinks for purchase. \nThe Kid Zone will include face painting\, a bounce house\, a petting zoo and will provide a star party and a night sky educational event. \nAll of this and SO MUCH MORE!  So\, bring the family and friends to D’Hanis for the best Eclipse experience around.  All proceeds from this event will benefit the Joe Finger Memorial Park ~ a community park in D’Hanis that will host all Little League activities.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dhanis-eclipse-festival/
LOCATION:Joe Finger Memorial Park\, D'Hanis\, TX\, 78850
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Finger":MAILTO:lcfinger@swtexas.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240407T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T063653
CREATED:20240307T201728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T201728Z
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SUMMARY:Austin - Anticipating the Eclipse Event with Texas Girls Collaborative Project
DESCRIPTION:Join Texas Girls Collaborative Project (TxGCP) at the Four Points Artisan Market on Sunday\, April 7 for an “Anticipating the Eclipse” event in collaboration with the Four Points Area YMCA and Kale Me Crazy Austin. Learn what to expect at the next day’s total solar eclipse\, grab a pair of free eclipse glasses (while supplies last)\, and explore the sun with a solar filter-fitted telescope and hands-on\, solar eclipse-related activities for kids. The Citizen and Community Science Library Network led by SciStarter\, Arizona State University\, and the National Girls Collaborative Project will also be there to help you learn how you can contribute to scientific research on eclipse day! \nShout out to the Thinkery Joyful Learning Collaborative and all collaborators for supporting this event.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-anticipating-the-eclipse-event-with-texas-girls-collaborative-project/
LOCATION:Four Points Artisan Market\, 8300 North FM 620\, Austin\, TX\, 78726\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hill Country Eclipse
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ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Girls Collaborative Project":MAILTO:stem@txgcp.org
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