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SUMMARY:Bandera - Halloween with Happy Tails
DESCRIPTION:Show at 11 AM\, followed by parades on the ground and scavenger hunts. Hot dog\, chips\, and apple cider will be available for an additional $5\n\n \n\nVisit the museum on their site and their facebook page.\n\n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/bandera-halloween-with-happy-tails/
LOCATION:Bandera Natural History Museum\, 267 Old San Antonio Rd\, Bandera\, TX\, 78003\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T170000
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SUMMARY:Dripping Springs - Hill Country Bird Walk for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 30\, 2021\n8:00am Bird Walk\nLos Madrones Ranch in Dripping Springs\nDirections and more details will be sent out to attendees prior to event\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin TLC for a fall bird walk for beginners at Los Madrones Ranch led by Hill Country Program Director Stephen Ramirez. Come learn and observe resident birds by sight and sound. You’ll also get instructions on how to use apps to document and identify birds. Binoculars will be available for the first ten people who need them. So come on out and explore this 396-acre protected preserve with us\, reserve your spot today!\n\n 	\n\n 	$10 for members (not a member or need to renew\, sign up today!)\n 	$20 per non-member\n 	Kids are free\n\n\n\nBecause this event is taking place on private property\, we are limiting the number of people to 20 (not including children) and please no dogs.\n\n \n\n\nReserve your spot here!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dripping-springs-hill-country-bird-walk-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Los Madrones Ranch\, 19300 Hamilton Pool Rd\, Dripping Springs\, TX\, 78620\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@texaslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210918T110759Z
UID:26728-1635580800-1635588000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Round Mountain - Family Hike
DESCRIPTION: \n\n \n\nFor more information and to reserve your spot\, click here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/round-mountain-family-hike/
LOCATION:Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center\, 24814 Hamilton Pool Rd\, Round Mountain\, TX\, 78663\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211019T180052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T180052Z
UID:27310-1635534000-1635539400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Hill Country Alliance Night Sky Month Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 29th\, 7 pm-8:30 pm\, to explore the universe with Slooh’s Director of Curriculum\, Dr. John Boisvert\, for Hill Country Night Sky Month. \nThis will be a fun and exciting evening of galaxy and nebula gazing in the northern and southern hemispheres! Dawn Davies from the Hill Country Alliance Night Skies program will share some of the highlights of this year’s Hill Country Night Sky Month and ways you can join in on the night sky preservation efforts here in the Hill Country. \nFor our Virtual Star Party\, we will be using Slooh’s full complement of telescopes; this includes six telescopes situated at their flagship observatory\, at the Institute of Astrophysics of the Canary Islands\, and three telescopes at the Santa Martina Observatory in Chile\, offering complimentary views of the southern skies. \nThis is a free\, virtual event; we hope it inspires you to get out and observe the night skies with your own eyes afterward! \nClick here to register
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-alliance-night-sky-month-star-party/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Night Sky Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
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SUMMARY:Online - Globe at Night Observations - October 2021
DESCRIPTION:Six Easy Star Hunting Steps\n\n 	During the campaign dates\, go outside more than an hour after sunset (8-10 pm local time). The Moon should not be up. Let your eyes become used to the dark for 10 minutes before your first observation.\n 	Use a night sky app on your phone outside to find the constellation from where you are.\n 	Go to the Globe at Night Report page to start to enter Globe at Night measurements. Make sure you are in “Nighttime version”\n 	With a smart phone\, the app will put in the date\, time\, location (latitude/longitude) automatically. Otherwise please type them in. For your location\, type the street address closest to your observation along with the city\, state or province and country.\n 	Choose the star chart that looks most closely to what you see toward your constellation. That is\, what is the faintest star you can see in the sky and find in the chart?\n 	Chose the amount of cloud cover at the time of observation and then click on the “SUBMIT DATA” button.\n\nLearn more here: https://www.globeatnight.org/6-steps.php
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-globe-at-night-observations-october/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211004T163145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T163145Z
UID:26975-1635019200-1635026400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:McKinney Falls State Park Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Experience the trails at night.\n\nDiscover a whole new way to experience the night! Join us as we walk an easy trail (about 3/4 mile round-trip). We will keep our eyes and ears open for wolf spiders\, scorpions\, and nocturnal wildlife! Fun for all ages!\n\n– Meet: Location provided following event registration.\n– Bring: Water\, bug spray. No dogs are allowed\, please.\n– Wear: Good walking shoes and a flashlight or headlamp (preferably red). Dress for the weather.\n\nThe event is free with paid entrance fees; Adults: $6\, Children 12 and under: Free. *Parents must accompany all minors. Spots are limited\, and registration is required. To sign up\, please email lauren.sweat@tpwd.texas.gov.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/mckinney-falls-state-park-night-hike-4/
LOCATION:McKinney Falls State Park\, 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway\, Austin\, Texas\, 78744
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T160000
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CREATED:20210922T112914Z
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UID:26855-1634988600-1635004800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Albert - Hillside Stewardship: Understanding and Managing Erosion
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Hilliard Ranch in Albert\, Texas\, to learn new ways to read\, study\, and steward the land. Dr. Mollie Walton will lead the field day. She is a restoration ecologist with a Texas ranching background and nearly 30 years of hands-on restoration work across the Southwest. This workshop is specifically designed for private landowners contending with erosion issues on their property. \nWe will spend the day outside\, walking to several sites on the ranch to discuss erosional processes\, how to interpret them\, and how to be most effective in managing erosion to increase the health and productivity of your land. Several scenarios will be explored\, related to ranch roads\, culverts\, and hillsides. \nA light lunch and printed educational materials will be provided. Space at this workshop will be limited to 30 private landowners. The event will be outside and social distancing encouraged. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/albert-hillside-stewardship-understanding-and-managing-erosion/
LOCATION:Hilliard Ranch\, 4699 Schumann Road\, Albert\, TX\, 78671\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210821T150622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210821T150622Z
UID:26065-1634976000-1635613200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Blanco - Texas Marigold Festival
DESCRIPTION: \n\nFor more information on this event click here!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/blanco-texas-marigold-festival/
LOCATION:Blanco\, Texas\, Blanco\, TX\, 78606\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Blanco Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@blancochamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211021T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211021T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210922T112415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T112415Z
UID:26852-1634805000-1634826600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Stonewall - Riparian Stewardship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, October 21st\, join us for a free riparian workshop for streamside landowners at the LBJ State Park in Stonewall at 8:30 am. In the morning\, we will discuss riparian function\, hydrology\, stewardship and best practices; in the afternoon\, we’ll visit a nearby site along the Pedernales River to demonstrate riparian concepts and identify vegetation. This is the first of a three-part series designed to share practices and hands-on skills with streamside landowners to help you enhance and protect your property and the river. Part 2 will be a hands-on field day held in this winter – details to come. \nThis workshop is tailored specifically to riparian landowners in the Hill Country. It is free of charge\, includes a light lunch\, and will feature Steve Nelle\, who literally and figuratively wrote the book on stewarding Texas riparian areas. \nClick here to register
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/stonewall-riparian-stewardship-workshop/
LOCATION:Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site\, 199 Park Road 52\, Stonewall\, TX\, 78671\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210922T145916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T145916Z
UID:26884-1634761800-1634761800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wimberley Hill Country Howl
DESCRIPTION:At 8:30 PM\, residents of the Wimberley Valley will celebrate the night skies and full Moon in one of the following ways: 1. Step outside of their house and give their best howl at the full Hunters moon 2. Join neighbors\, POA members\, or others at restaurants and bars for a group howl 3. Attend the “Dancing in the Moonlight” event at Blue Hole Regional Park. Dance under the moonlight on the soccer fields to night-themed songs with a pause at 8:30 for a group Howl at the Moon.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/hill-country-howl/
LOCATION:Wimberley\, Texas\, Wimberley\, TX\, 78676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211004T203000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T203000Z
UID:27043-1634752800-1634770800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Candlelight Dining
DESCRIPTION:Hays County Friends of the Night Sky is inviting restaurants\, wineries\, distilleries\, and breweries to participate in Hill Country Night Sky Month by offering outdoor dining (or imbibing) by candlelight on October 20\, the night of the Hunters Moon. \nEnjoy outdoor dining and drinking at Hays County establishments on Full Moon night. Follow @HaysNIghtSky on social media for updates on which are participating.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/full-moon-candlelight-dining/
LOCATION:Various Venues
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211004T164435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T164435Z
UID:26988-1634414400-1634421600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:McKinney Falls State Park Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn how to navigate the stars above us and about the importance of dark skies.\n\n\n\nThe stars at night are big and bright! Come see them even better with expert and amateur astronomers alike. Bring a blanket and chair and come spend the night with us looking at the stars!\n\nMeet: Lower Falls Bring: Red flashlights\, chairs/blankets Cancellation due to weather: If we must cancel the program due to cloud cover\, we will update here by 12 pm the day of the event.\n\nThe event is free with paid entrance fees; Adults: $6\, Children 12 and under: Free. *Parents must accompany all minors.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/mckinney-falls-state-park-star-party/
LOCATION:McKinney Falls State Park\, 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway\, Austin\, Texas\, 78744
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211004T183135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T183135Z
UID:27030-1634412600-1634418000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Storytelling Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling and Songs Under the Stars\n\nThe Jonestown Night Sky Advocacy is having a Storytelling Under the Stars event\, hosted by The City of Jonestown at the Jones Brothers Park. We will have stories and songs under the stars for all ages that connect us to our starry skies. Materials will be available to help spread the word and education on protecting our Night Skies. Bring your own blanket\, pillows\, chairs\, telescopes\, and binoculars. Free Event\, Free Parking
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/storytelling-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Jones Brother’s Park\, 10301 Lakeside Drive\, Jonestown\, Texas\, 78645
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Jonestown Night Sky Advocacy":MAILTO:info@jtownnightsky.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210922T144338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T144338Z
UID:26873-1634410800-1634419800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Star and Moon Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Travis County Friends of the Night Sky for an evening of stargazing. No equipment of experience is necessary. Astronomers will be on hand\, providing a guided tour of the night sky and views of our moon\, planets\, and deep-sky objects. This is a great event for scouts\, students\, and lovers of the night\, young and young at heart. This program is free. All ages are welcome. This event is subject to cancellation due to weather. \n\nThis event takes place within the Lost Creek Neighborhood. Please utilize street parking and be respectful of surrounding residences.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/star-and-moon-party/
LOCATION:Boulder Trail Park\, 6681 Whitemarsh Valley Walk\, Austin\, Texas\, 78746
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Travis County Friends of the Night Sky":MAILTO:info@traviscountynightsky.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211004T170758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T170758Z
UID:27002-1634409000-1634421600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:International Observe the Moon Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the Hill Country Astronomers at LBJ State Park for a night of learning about astronomy! The evening begins with an educational program in the Visitor Center Auditorium at 6:30 PM\, followed by telescope viewing in the parking lot. The park store will be open until 7:15 PM for drinks\, snacks\, and souvenirs! This program is free of charge! If you bring a flashlight\, please cover it with red cellophane to preserve night vision!\n \nIn the event that the weather is not suitable for viewing the night sky\, the educational program will still take place!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/international-observe-the-moon-night/
LOCATION:Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site\, 199 Park Road 52\, Stonewall\, TX\, 78671\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211012T145706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T145706Z
UID:27212-1634400000-1634410800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:"On Gathering" Exhibition and Night Sky Friendly Business Recognition
DESCRIPTION:On October 16th\, our newest Business Member\, 4th Street Gallery in Blanco\, is having an event to open its latest exhibition\, “On Gathering.”  Owner Lisa Tipps has invited the Blanco County Friends of the Night Sky to set up a Night Sky Information Tent at the event and will donate a portion of her profits from sales to the BCFNS.  Yea\, Lisa!  It all starts at 4 pm and runs until 7 pm\, Saturday\, October 16\, right in the middle of Hill Country Night Sky Month. Come on out and see some exceptional art\, meet some of the artists\, pick up some night sky information\, and have a really good time!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/on-gathering-exhibition-and-night-sky-friendly-business-recognition/
LOCATION:4th Street Gallery\, 714 4th Street\, Blanco\, Texas\, 78606
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211011T163725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211011T163725Z
UID:27165-1634378400-1634403600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bandera - Monarch Butterfly Migration
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our wild flower gardens as the Monarchs make their migration through this area. The Master Naturalists will be available to help identify monarchs and their preferred flowers. We will demonstrate the three ways the Bandera Natural History Museum is conserving water and local honey will be available for sale.\n\n \n\nVisit the museum on their site and their facebook page.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/bandera-monarch-butterfly-migration/
LOCATION:Bandera Natural History Museum\, 267 Old San Antonio Rd\, Bandera\, TX\, 78003\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211114
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211108T114411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T114411Z
UID:27589-1634256000-1636847999@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Wild Devils 2021 Raffle and Online Auction
DESCRIPTION:It’s not easy to save a river\, so we’re asking you to join the cause. \nFriday\, October 15 – Saturday\, November 13 \nThrough this virtual event\, you will have the opportunity to bid on over 120 exclusive silent auction items and buy raffle tickets to support our mission. \n\n\nAll proceeds will go towards supporting the Devils River Conservancy 501c3 and the protection and preservation of the Devils River.   \n  \nYou can register and bid here!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-wild-devils-2021-raffle-and-online-auction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210715T092516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210715T092516Z
UID:25500-1634137200-1634148000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Dripping Springs - Hays County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Special Event \nHays County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale \n\nAll of the plants on sale are selected because they thrive in our hot Texas weather\, unlike many of the plants you will find at the big-box stores.\nThe proceeds of this sale will benefit continuing education programs and training classes in the community.\nThe sale will feature Texas native and adapted plants and perennials for xeriscape\, butterfly and hummingbird gardens\, ground covers\, and other landscape plants.\n\n  \nHays County Master Gardeners are pleased to announce the annual Fall Plant Sale is online and in-person this year. The HCMGA members are putting their expertise to work to bring you their finest seedlings and transplants from their own home gardens. Texas Superstar\,  Texas native and adapted perennials\, grasses\, shrubs and succulents will be for sale. \n  \nThe sale website http://hcmga.square.site will be activated October 4 through October 12. Online purchases can be picked up at the in-person site locations which are the Kyle Public Library on Saturday\, OCT 9\, and Dripping Springs Farmers Market on Wednesday\, OCT 13. Until then\, find more information on our website at http://hayscountymastergardeners.org \n  \nTexas Master Gardeners is a volunteer service program designed to bring best in horticultural practices throughout the state. To become a Texas Master Gardener\, a trainee attends 50 hours of instruction conducted through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension\, then shares this knowledge by donating 50 hours of volunteer service back to the community. \n  \nTexas Master Gardeners’ assistance is found across the state — in school garden projects\, horticultural therapy projects\, community gardens and demonstration gardens by volunteers who also conduct gardening programs and answer your gardening questions. \n  \nOur members are following current CDC guidelines for this sale. \n  \nFor more information about the Hays County Master Gardeners\, visit https://www.facebook.com/HaysCountyGardeners/.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dripping-springs-hays-county-master-gardeners-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Dripping Springs Farmers Market\, 160 E Mercer St.\, Dripping Springs\, TX\, 78620\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211007T110953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T110953Z
UID:27060-1634050800-1634056200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Spicewood - Little Cypress Creek/Krause Springs Study Stakeholder Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Residents in the Little Cypress Creek watershed are invited to join the Meadows Center and the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) to provide input on the Little Cypress/Krause Springs Study\, which seeks to better understand how Krause Springs and the Little Cypress Creek watershed interact with the underlying aquifers.\n[vcex_spacing size=”30px”]\nThis meeting is free and open to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a Krause Springs Stakeholder Committee to help guide the research and ensure continued engagement from the community.\n[vcex_spacing size=”30px”]\nClick here to learn more from The Meadows Center.\n[vcex_spacing size=”30px”]
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/spicewood-little-cypress-creek-krause-springs-study-stakeholder-meeting/
LOCATION:Spicewood Community Center\, 7901 CR 404\, Spicewood\, TX\, 78669\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment":MAILTO:meadowscenter@txstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211004T162915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T162915Z
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SUMMARY:McKinney Falls State Park Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Experience the trails at night. \nDiscover a whole new way to experience the night! Join us as we walk an easy trail (about 3/4 mile round-trip). We will keep our eyes and ears open for wolf spiders\, scorpions\, and nocturnal wildlife! Fun for all ages! \n– Meet: Location provided following event registration. – Bring: Water\, bug spray. No dogs are allowed\, please. – Wear: Good walking shoes and a flashlight or headlamp (preferably red). Dress for the weather. \nThe event is free with paid entrance fees; Adults: $6\, Children 12 and under: Free. *Parents must accompany all minors. Spots are limited\, and registration is required. To sign up\, please email lauren.sweat@tpwd.texas.gov.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/mckinney-falls-state-park-night-hike-2/
LOCATION:McKinney Falls State Park\, 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway\, Austin\, Texas\, 78744
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210909T190019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T190019Z
UID:26567-1633809600-1633816800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Hill Country Night Sky Month Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kendall County Friends of the Night Group for a Star Party\, hosted by Singing Water Vineyards. Several telescopes will be on hand\, focusing on various stellar objects and narrators staging constellation tours of the night sky. Materials will be available to spread the word about how your household can help preserve our Hill Country night sky. Details include using shielded lighting fixtures and night sky compliant light bulbs for outdoor lighting and securing. Check out the www.singingwater.com website for venue features\, food and beverage services available\, and winery mini-tours. Food and wine will be available for purchase until 8 p.m. Kendall County Friends of the Night Sky will be providing educational materials for families and friends of the night sky to assist them in joining the dark sky movement. \nThis event is free\, however\, RSVPs are required for planning purposes.  RSVP here or via the link below. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/hill-country-night-sky-month-star-party/
LOCATION:Singing Water Vineyards\, 316 Mill Dam Road\, Comfort\, TX\, 78013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210902T160834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T160834Z
UID:26467-1633807800-1633818600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Star Party at Hill Country State Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:No stargazing experience is required! \n\nJoin members of the San Antonio Astronomical Association to see constellations\, planets\, and more through their telescopes. \n\nCost: This program is free with a valid park entrance permit. The entrance fee is $6 per person ages 13 and up; kids 12 and under are free; or free with an annual Texas State Parks Pass (pass holder and everyone in the vehicle). If you arrive after hours and do not have an existing day-use permit\, please use the self-pay station in front of the headquarters building to pay your entrance fee(s) in cash.\n\nWhen: We will get started right after sunset.\n\nWhere: Meet us at the group lodge located at the end of the approximately 2-mile road\, north of the headquarters building.\n\n All ages are welcome. No pre-registration is required. This event is subject to cancellation due to weather.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/star-party-at-hill-country-state-natural-area/
LOCATION:Hill Country State Natural Area\, 10600 Bandera Creek Road\, Bandera\, Texas\, 78003
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211004T165856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T165856Z
UID:26994-1633807800-1633816800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Llano County Friends of the Night Sky Star Party
DESCRIPTION:On October 9\, we will have a star party (weather permitting) at the Softball Field off Highway 71. Gather with some astronomers and learn about the night sky and view through their telescopes the wonders in the skies above.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/llano-county-friends-of-the-night-sky-star-party/
LOCATION:Sting Softball Field\, Llano\, Texas\, 78643
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211004T182524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T182524Z
UID:27023-1633804200-1633815000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Star Party at Sunset Park
DESCRIPTION:We’ll bring the telescopes\, you bring a blanket\, a picnic\, a flashlight\, and the kids
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/star-party-at-sunset-park/
LOCATION:Sunset Park\, 21817 FM 1431\, Lago Vista\, Texas\, 78645
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Lago Vista Starry Skies":MAILTO:jbrunclik@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210715T092310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210715T092310Z
UID:25497-1633777200-1633791600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Kyle - Hays County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Special Event \nHays County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale \n\nAll of the plants on sale are selected because they thrive in our hot Texas weather\, unlike many of the plants you will find at the big-box stores.\nThe proceeds of this sale will benefit continuing education programs and training classes in the community.\nThe sale will feature Texas native and adapted plants and perennials for xeriscape\, butterfly and hummingbird gardens\, ground covers\, and other landscape plants.\n\n  \nHays County Master Gardeners are pleased to announce the annual Fall Plant Sale is online and in-person this year. The HCMGA members are putting their expertise to work to bring you their finest seedlings and transplants from their own home gardens. Texas Superstar\,  Texas native and adapted perennials\, grasses\, shrubs and succulents will be for sale. \n  \nThe sale website http://hcmga.square.site will be activated October 4 through October 12. Online purchases can be picked up at the in-person site locations which are the Kyle Public Library on Saturday\, OCT 9\, and Dripping Springs Farmers Market on Wednesday\, OCT 13. Until then\, find more information on our website at http://hayscountymastergardeners.org \n  \nTexas Master Gardeners is a volunteer service program designed to bring best in horticultural practices throughout the state. To become a Texas Master Gardener\, a trainee attends 50 hours of instruction conducted through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension\, then shares this knowledge by donating 50 hours of volunteer service back to the community. \n  \nTexas Master Gardeners’ assistance is found across the state — in school garden projects\, horticultural therapy projects\, community gardens and demonstration gardens by volunteers who also conduct gardening programs and answer your gardening questions. \n  \nOur members are following current CDC guidelines for this sale. \n  \nFor more information about the Hays County Master Gardeners\, visit https://www.facebook.com/HaysCountyGardeners/.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/kyle-hays-county-master-gardeners-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Kyle Public Library\, 550 Scott St\, Kyle\, TX\, 78640\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20211007T215855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T215855Z
UID:27128-1633721400-1633730400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Light - Presented by Bettymaya Foott of the International Dark Sky Association
DESCRIPTION:On the 2nd Friday of every month\, the members of the Austin Astronomical Society gather virtually for their general meeting and presentations.\n \nThis gathering is open to the general public\, and more information can be found on our website. http://austinastro.org/ Our general meeting includes officer reports\, updates on upcoming outreach events\, and a favorite segment\, What’s Happening in Astronomy.\n \nOur general meeting will begin at 7:30 and starting with our guest presenter\, the general meeting to follow.\n \nOur Speaker this month is Bettymaya Foott\, Director of Engagement with the International Dark-Sky Association. In honor of Hill Country Night Sky Month\, Ms. Foott will present “The Power of Light.”\n \nBettymaya grew up in Moab\, Utah. She graduated from the University of Utah Honors Program with an H.B.S. in Environmental and Sustainability Studies and a Minor in Spanish Language. She wrote a thesis entitled “Light pollution hazards within ecosystems and mitigation strategies for the future.” Her dark sky career began with working for Utah State Parks as a Dark Sky Intern and then seasonal employee\, starting 12 International Dark-Sky Park Applications across the state. She then worked as Coordinator for the Colorado Plateau Dark Sky Cooperative and the Consortium for Dark Sky Studies at the University of Utah. When off the clock\, Foott loves to practice night sky photography. Preserving dark skies is her life goal\, and she is incredibly excited to continue this journey of saving the stars!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/the-power-of-light-presented-by-bettymaya-foott-of-the-international-dark-sky-association/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210917T105713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210917T105713Z
UID:26700-1633546800-1633550400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Your Brain on Nature: Why Time Spent Outdoors is Good for our Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\nResearch confirms that spending time in green spaces improves how our brains respond to stress. Exploring the outdoors has been linked to lower rates of depression and anxiety. A walk in nature can also improve memory and decrease worry. This workshop is designed to share this information and help participants develop their own plan for getting outdoors regularly. Guided walking mindfulness can be included for an immersive experience.\n\n\n\n\n \n\nYou can RSVP for the event here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-your-brain-on-nature-why-time-spent-outdoors-is-good-for-our-mental-health-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210917T105503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210917T105503Z
UID:26694-1633528800-1633532400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Your Brain on Nature: Why Time Spent Outdoors is Good for our Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\nResearch confirms that spending time in green spaces improves how our brains respond to stress. Exploring the outdoors has been linked to lower rates of depression and anxiety. A walk in nature can also improve memory and decrease worry. This workshop is designed to share this information and help participants develop their own plan for getting outdoors regularly. Guided walking mindfulness can be included for an immersive experience.\n\n\n\n\n \n\nRSVP for a time slot here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-your-brain-on-nature-why-time-spent-outdoors-is-good-for-our-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T210938
CREATED:20210715T092728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210715T092728Z
UID:25503-1633334400-1634058000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Hays County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Special Event \nHays County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale \n\nAll of the plants on sale are selected because they thrive in our hot Texas weather\, unlike many of the plants you will find at the big-box stores.\nThe proceeds of this sale will benefit continuing education programs and training classes in the community.\nThe sale will feature Texas native and adapted plants and perennials for xeriscape\, butterfly and hummingbird gardens\, ground covers\, and other landscape plants.\n\n  \nHays County Master Gardeners are pleased to announce the annual Fall Plant Sale is online and in-person this year. The HCMGA members are putting their expertise to work to bring you their finest seedlings and transplants from their own home gardens. Texas Superstar\,  Texas native and adapted perennials\, grasses\, shrubs and succulents will be for sale. \n  \nThe sale website http://hcmga.square.site will be activated October 4 through October 12. Online purchases can be picked up at the in-person site locations which are the Kyle Public Library on Saturday\, OCT 9\, and Dripping Springs Farmers Market on Wednesday\, OCT 13. Until then\, find more information on our website at http://hayscountymastergardeners.org \n  \nTexas Master Gardeners is a volunteer service program designed to bring best in horticultural practices throughout the state. To become a Texas Master Gardener\, a trainee attends 50 hours of instruction conducted through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension\, then shares this knowledge by donating 50 hours of volunteer service back to the community. \n  \nTexas Master Gardeners’ assistance is found across the state — in school garden projects\, horticultural therapy projects\, community gardens and demonstration gardens by volunteers who also conduct gardening programs and answer your gardening questions. \n  \nOur members are following current CDC guidelines for this sale. \n  \nFor more information about the Hays County Master Gardeners\, visit https://www.facebook.com/HaysCountyGardeners/.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hays-county-master-gardeners-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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