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SUMMARY:Sabinal - Solar Eclipse 2023 RV and Camper Trailer Sites at the Chapman Ranch
DESCRIPTION:It is estimated that between 1.8 and 7.4 million people will travel to the path of totality for the October 14\, 2023 annular solar eclipse\, and South Texas is the only region in the United States that will experience the full annular eclipse. \nChapman Ranch offers unobstructed views of the solar eclipse. Our location will undergo nearly 5 full minutes of darkness\, the longest available in North America! Attendees in our area will also experience the “ring of fire” that is characteristic for this kind of solar eclipse. \nThe camp sites are easily accessible by RVs and camper trailers from HWY 127\, 8 miles southeast of Concan\, TX. \nPlease note that due to local regulations\, admission is limited to self-contained RV/camper trailers. \nTickets are currently available at https://hill-country-solar-eclipse-2023.eventbrite.com
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/sabinal-solar-eclipse-2023-rv-and-camper-trailer-sites-at-the-chapman-ranch/
LOCATION:Chapman Ranch – Sabinal\, 12120 TX HWY 127\, Sabinal\, TX\, 78881\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231014T150000
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SUMMARY:Comfort - Eclipse in the Park
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Comfort Volunteer Fire Dept.\, Comfort Chamber of Commerce and the Comfort Public Library invite the public to “Eclipse in the Park\,” a fundraiser for the Comfort VFD. \nOctober 14\, 2023 \n10:00-3:00 \nLive Music \nFood Trucks \nEclipse viewing with FREE eclipse glasses \nNASA approved educational program & children’s activities sponsored by the Comfort Public Library \nClick here to learn more
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/comfort-eclipse-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Comfort\, TX
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231014T220000
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SUMMARY:Bandera - Brews and Views
DESCRIPTION:Eclipse viewing and music festival. Kid and pet friendly. We have cold beer\, wine\, sangrias and non-alcohol options available. Food available by Jimmy’s Burgers. \nLearn more at https://www.banderabrewery.com/events
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/bandera-brews-and-views/
LOCATION:Bandera Brewery\, 3540 State Hwy 16 South\, Bandera\, TX\, 78003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231018T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231018T190000
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SUMMARY:Bulverde - Comal County Water Talk: Managing our Groundwater
DESCRIPTION:From providing drinking water to sustaining our springs and rivers\, groundwater is the lifeblood of Comal County. In the last year\, we’ve seen drought threaten the health of our aquifers. At the same time\, growth in the county means more people will rely on groundwater than ever before. \nPlease join us for a presentation from Natalie Ballew\, Groundwater Division Director at the Texas Water Development Board\, to learn more about Comal County’s groundwater\, how it’s managed\, and how you can get involved. \nRSVP for this FREE event at http://bit.ly/comalgroundwater
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/bulverde-comal-county-water-talk-managing-our-groundwater/
LOCATION:Mammen Family Public Library\, 131 Bulverde Crossing\, Bulverde\, TX\, 78163\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T143000
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SUMMARY:Boerne - Riparian Workshop Series: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:2023 – 2024 Riparian Stewardship Workshop Series in Boerne\, TX\nJoin Hill Country Alliance and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for our three-part riparian series! This workshop series is tailored specifically to river- and creek-side landowners in the Hill Country and features Steve Nelle\, who literally and figuratively wrote the book on stewarding Texas riparian areas! It’s a great opportunity for local landowners to learn from topic experts on practices and hands-on skills that can help enhance and protect their properties and the river. This year’s series will take place at a beautiful family ranch on the Guadalupe River in Boerne\, TX. Please find details for parts 1-3 below. \nPart 1 is coming up this fall on October 21st! In the morning\, we will discuss riparian function\, hydrology\, stewardship\, and best practices; in the afternoon\, we’ll head outside for a site visit along the Guadalupe River to demonstrate riparian concepts and identify vegetation. Follow this link to view a full agenda for the day. \nPrice for full workshop series: $25\nIncluded with registration:\n\n   – Classroom and in-the-field guidance from top experts in riparian stewardship in the state\n   – Lunch\, drinks\, and snacks at workshops\n   – A copy of Your Remarkable Riparian: A Field Guide to Riparian Plants Found within Texas\n   – A copy of Your Remarkable Riparian: Owner’s Manual\n   – Printed educational resources about riparian planting techniques\, Grow Zones\, riparian health\, and more.\n   – A field observation notebook\n\nWorkshop Series Dates & Descriptions:\n\n\nPart 1 – October 21\, 2023 \n\nTime: 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM\nLocation: Boerne\, TX (Address and directions will be emailed to registrants prior to workshop)\nAt this full-day workshop\, participants will spend the morning learning about riparian function\, hydrology\, stewardship and best practices; in the afternoon\, we’ll head outside for a site visit along the Guadalupe River to demonstrate riparian concepts and identify vegetation. Click here to view the full workshop agenda for Part 1.\n\nPart 2 – February 3\, 2024 \n\nTime: 2:00 – 4:30 PM\nLocation: Same address as part 1 (Address and directions will be emailed to registrants prior to workshop)\nPart 2 of our riparian series is a hands-on field day in which participants learn about and practice plant identification and riparian planting techniques.  \n\nPart 3 – October 2024 (Date TBA) \n\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\nLocation: Same address as part 1 (Address and directions will be emailed to registrants prior to workshop)\nThis is the third and final part of our riparian workshop series. We will be heading out to the Pedernales riverside to assess different planting methods and species\, discuss riparian monitoring techniques\, and reflect on practices participants have implemented (or want to implement) in their own riparian areas.\n\nRegister for the series here!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/boerne-riparian-workshop-series-part-1/
LOCATION:Boerne\, TX
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Online – Hill Country Eclipse Lunch & Learn Series - Education and Outreach
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 Zoom 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. \nKatie Raney\, Regional Interpretive Specialist for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department\, will be the featured subject matter expert for this Lunch and Learn session on Education and Outreach.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-lunch-learn-series-education-and-outreach/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231024T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231024T200000
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SUMMARY:Canyon Lake - Film Showing of Deep in the Heart - CCCA Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nTuesday\, October 24\, 6:00-8:00pm\nTye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S Access Rd\, Canyon Lake\, TX 78133 \nFree public event \nProgram Description: \nDeep in the Heart is a visually stunning celebration of what makes Texas so unique –  its dramatic and diverse landscapes and remarkable wildlife found nowhere else. \nNarrated by Matthew McConaughey\, the film features stunning cinematography and an inspiring message that showcases our ability to destroy\, conserve\, and recover wildlife and the habitat we mutually depend on. Deep in the Heart aims to conserve our remaining wild places\, to show the connectivity of water and wildlife\, and to recognize Texas’ conservation importance on a continental scale. \nLearn more at https://www.comalconservation.org 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/canyon-lake-film-showing-of-deep-in-the-heart-ccca-community-event/
LOCATION:Tye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S. Access Rd\, Canyon Lake\, TX\, 78133\, 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:20231026T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231026T153000
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED TO DECEMBER - Comfort - Grazing Workshop with Holistic Management International
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Due to inclement weather\, this event has been rescheduled to December 7. Click here to learn more!\nJoin Hill Country Alliance and Holistic Management International for a hands-on workshop at Roberts Ranch exploring how Holistic Planned Grazing can benefit the health and wealth of your operation.\nDate: October 26\, 2023 \nTime: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nPrice: $25 (scholarships available\, please email rachel@hillcountryalliance.org) \nTopics covered:\n\nReading the land for signs of ecosystem health and stressors and deciding on corrective action\nPractical pointers on the fundamentals of grazing planning\nTips and tools to guide your investment decisions\n\nFollow this link to view the full workshop agenda and register!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/comfort-grazing-workshop-with-holistic-management-international-2/
LOCATION:YMCA Roberts Ranch – Comfort\, TX
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231028T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231028T160000
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - Family Expeditions - Native Plant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What: A introductory native plant workshop for youth ages 9-17 and a parent/guardian. \nWhen: October 28\, 2023 – 9 AM – 4 PM \nWhere: New Braunfels\, Texas \nWhy: Participants will learn alongside volunteers and mentors about prairie restoration\, the role of fire in our ecosystems\, citizen science\, and experience a variety of activities surrounding native plants. This will be a full day event. \nHow: Apply at: https://www.texas-wildlife.org/family-land-water-wildlife-expeditions/ \nCost: $50\, includes food and beverages.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-family-expeditions-native-plant-workshop/
LOCATION:New Braunfels\, Texas\, New Braunfels\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231101T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231101T193000
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SUMMARY:Boerne - Kendall County Water Talk: Managing Our Groundwater
DESCRIPTION:From providing drinking water to sustaining our springs and rivers\, groundwater is the lifeblood of Kendall County. In the last year\, we’ve seen drought threaten the health of our aquifers. At the same time\, growth in the county means more people will rely on groundwater than ever before. \nPlease join us for a presentation from Natalie Ballew\, Groundwater Division Director at the Texas Water Development Board\, to learn more about Kendall County’s groundwater\, how it’s managed\, and how you can get involved. \nRSVP for this FREE event at http://bit.ly/kendallwater
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/boerne-kendall-county-water-talk-managing-our-groundwater/
LOCATION:Herff Farm\, 33 Herff Road\, Boerne\, TX\, 78006\, 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:20231106T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190315
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T200102Z
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SUMMARY:Kerrville - Kerr County Water Talk: Managing our Groundwater
DESCRIPTION:From providing drinking water to sustaining our springs and rivers\, groundwater is the lifeblood of Kerr County. In the last year\, we’ve seen drought threaten the health of our aquifers. At the same time\, growth in the county means more people will rely on groundwater than ever before. \nPlease join us for a presentation from Natalie Ballew\, Groundwater Division Director at the Texas Water Development Board\, to learn more about Kerr County’s groundwater\, how it’s managed\, and how you can get involved. \nRSVP for this FREE event at http://bit.ly/kerrwater
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/kerrville-kerr-county-water-talk-managing-our-groundwater/
LOCATION:UGRA Auditorium\, 125 Lehmann Drive\, Kerrville\, TX\, 78028\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231111T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231111T123000
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SUMMARY:Junction - Water and Land Stewardship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, November 11\, at the Coke Stevenson Memorial Center in Junction\, TX to learn more about where your water comes from\, how to manage your land to conserve that water\, and the laws that govern the ground and surface waters of Texas. \nIn recent years the Hill Country’s waters have become threatened by ongoing droughts\, new developments\, and new dams on our rivers and streams. Beyond these threats it’s important for landowners to understand the other factors that determine the availability of water. Three of these factors are the geology of groundwater and surface water\, the management of soil and vegetation on the land\, and the laws that govern groundwater and surface waters in Texas. \nRegister now by going to https://www.llanoriver.org/workshop or https://www.llanoriver.org/ to register online or for a form to register by mail. The registration fee is $10. Don’t miss this timely workshop on the critical water resources in our part of the Hill Country. Contact for the workshop is Scott Richardson scottr@ctesc.net or 830-459-2271
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/junction-water-and-land-stewardship-workshop/
LOCATION:Coke Stevenson Memorial Center\, Stevenson Community Center\, Junction\, TX\, 76849\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231114T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231114T120000
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SUMMARY:Online - Conservation Easement Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Hill Country Alliance and Hill Country Conservancy (HCC) for a free webinar on conservation easements! Frank Davis\, Chief Conservation Officer at HCC\, will present on what conservation easements are\, how they benefit landowners\, and how to set an one up on a property. Additionally\, two Hill Country landowners will join to share their experiences in having an easement on their property. \nClick here to RSVP for this free virtual event.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-conservation-easement-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231114T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231114T193000
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - CCCA's Community Program: Protecting Comal's Rural Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Comal County Conservation Alliance (CCCA) Community Program: “Protecting Comal’s Rural Heritage” \nSpeakers: \n\nTiffany Osburn\, Regional Archeologist with the Texas Historical Commission\,  and\nCindy Coers\, Chair of the Comal County Historical Commission\n\nProgram Description: \nComal County is experiencing rapid growth\, development\, and fragmentation of its rural lands.  These lands contain the remaining ranches\, farmsteads\, historic schools\, and special places that have long defined Comal County’s rural heritage; however\, these same lands also play a critical role in supporting our watersheds\, foodways\, wildlife\, and natural infrastructure.  This program will discuss the preservation of our rural heritage along with tools for preservation of historic resources. Our program will also highlight recent successes and ways that historic and archeological site preservation can complement natural resource and land conservation strategies to make significant strides towards protecting the rural heritage of Comal County.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-cccas-community-program-protecting-comals-rural-heritage/
LOCATION:McKenna Event Center\, 801 W San Antonio St.\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231118T140000
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SUMMARY:Leakey - Rural Roundup Leadership Symposium: Centering Our Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Centering Our Rivers\nJoin HCA and the H. E. Butt Foundation in Leakey on November 18 for our final installment in the traveling Rural Roundup series!\nClick to view full-size flyer as PDF \nThis event is all about Hill Country rivers and how we connect to them as communities and as individuals. What roles do our rivers play as sites for education\, for economic development\, and for fostering community identity? How do they function ecologically and as vital infrastructure for our communities? What do they mean to us and our neighbors\, as touchstones revisited throughout our lives? And what do they need from us to stay healthy? \nWe will convene at 10am for a welcome alongside Leakey Springs\, before heading to the banquet hall for a talk by Julie Lewey of Ranches and Rivers LLC\, and a panel discussion with regional experts whose work connects to our Hill Country rivers. We will break for lunch and time to connect with one another and a variety of organizations involved in Hill Country river stewardship. We will conclude with a performance of songs and stories about Hill Country rivers from folklorist and songwriter\, Lee Haile. \nRegister at https://bit.ly/LeakeyRoundup \nOverview:\nDate: Saturday\, November 18\, 2023 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nLocation: The Springs Lodging in Leakey\, 692 Evergreen St\, Leakey\, TX 78873\nFree event – RSVP Required by 11/15 \nClick here to learn more and RSVP for this FREE event – lunch included for all attendees. RSVPs due by 11/15/23. \nLearn More about the Partnership:\nTopics in the series so far have spotlighted unique programs\, challenges\, and lessons ranging from local education opportunities in Junction to maintaining community character in Bandera\, to creating homegrown economic opportunities in Sabinal. \nThe Leading in the Rural Hill Country Collaboration envisions a healthy and thriving Texas Rural Hill Country through a collaborating network of diverse leaders – both emerging and established. To help make this vision a reality\, we work to connect leaders in the Texas Rural Hill Country so that we can identify common challenges\, share solutions\, and pursue opportunities for our region’s future.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/leakey-rural-leadership-symposium/
LOCATION:The Springs – Leakey\, 692 Evergreen St\, Leakey\, TX\, 78873\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231128T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231128T130000
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SUMMARY:Online – Hill Country Eclipse Lunch & Learn Series – Safety and Security
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 Zoom 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. \nEric Maloney\, Fire Chief for the City of Kerrville\, will be the featured subject matter expert for this Lunch and Learn session on Safety and Security.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-lunch-learn-series-safety-and-security/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231207T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231207T153000
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SUMMARY:Comfort - Grazing Workshop with Holistic Management International
DESCRIPTION:Grazing Workshop: Planning for land health and farm wealth with holistic management\nJoin Hill Country Alliance and Holistic Management International for a hands-on workshop at YMCA Roberts Ranch exploring how Holistic Planned Grazing can benefit the health and wealth of your operation.\n**NOTE: This workshop was rescheduled from October 26 to December 7.**\nDate: Thursday | December 7\, 2023 \nTime: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nPrice: $25 (scholarships available\, please email rachel@hillcountryalliance.org) \nClick here to view the full workshop agenda. \nTopics covered:\n\n– Reading the land for signs of ecosystem health and stressors and deciding on corrective action\n– Forage Assessment\n– Practical pointers on the fundamentals of grazing planning\n– Tips and tools to guide your investment decisions\n\nRegister at bit.ly/grazing2023
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/comfort-grazing-workshop-with-holistic-management-international-3/
LOCATION:YMCA Roberts Ranch – Comfort\, TX
CATEGORIES:General Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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SUMMARY:Online - Hill Country Eclipse Lunch & Learn Series - Hospitality and Business Engagement
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 MS 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. \nAmanda Griffin\, President of Keep it Real Beautiful and Co-Lead of Real County eclipse preparations\, and Tony Guidroz\, Director of Community Development/Mainstreet Manager for the City of Llano\, will be our featured subject matter experts for this Lunch and Learn session on Hospitality and Business Engagement.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-lunch-learn-series-hospitality-and-business-engagement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240109T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240109T193000
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Conservation Alliance":MAILTO:info@comalconservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240113T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240113T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190315
CREATED:20240109T231552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T231552Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240116T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240116T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190315
CREATED:20240109T231402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T231403Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240123T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190315
CREATED:20231218T194123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T194123Z
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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:20260403T190315
CREATED:20231011T165435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T165435Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240131T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190315
CREATED:20231218T194642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T194642Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240203T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190315
CREATED:20240104T184127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T184127Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240217T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190315
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231940Z
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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:20260403T190315
CREATED:20240220T191336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T191336Z
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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:20260403T190315
CREATED:20240118T170425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T170425Z
UID:52183-1708675200-1708702200@hillcountryalliance.org
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:20260403T190315
CREATED:20231218T194936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T194936Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190315
CREATED:20240213T193444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T193444Z
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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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