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SUMMARY:Wimberley - Blue Hole Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Blue Hole Star Party\nThe stars at night are big and bright\, deep in the heart of Wimberley! Bring your family and friends to our bi-annual Blue Hole Star Party event to enjoy an evening of stargazing in the Hill Country. The Wimberley Valley Dark Sky Committee and the Texas State Astronomy Club will be sharing their telescopes and knowledge with us for the night.  You are encouraged to bring something to sit on\, a picnic\, and flashlights and meet us on the soccer fields near the basketball courts. \nDate\n\nOctober 22\, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM\n\nInterested in attending the Blue Hole Start Party? View our online catalog for more information today!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/wimberley-blue-hole-star-party-5/
LOCATION:Blue Hole Regional Park\, 100 Blue Hole Ln.\, Wimberley\, TX\, 78676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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SUMMARY:Austin - Wildflower Center Community Day
DESCRIPTION:40th Anniversary Community Day\nThe Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\n4801 La Crosse Ave | Austin\, TX 78739\nSaturday\, October 22\, 2022 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nCost: FREE! \nCommunity Day on October 22 will celebrate 40 years of the Wildflower Center’s commitment to environmental stewardship and inspiring the conservation of native plants – fun for the whole family! Enjoy live music\, crafts and samples from Meridian Hive. Admission is free all day\, but most of the performances and activities will take place between 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. View the schedule of events here: https://www.wildflower.org/event/community-day \n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-wildflower-center-community-day/
LOCATION:Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\, 4801 La Crosse Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78739\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221030
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
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SUMMARY:Blanco - 2022 Texas Marigold Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Annual Texas Marigold Festival will take place in beautiful Blanco\, Texas. October 22 – 29\, this home-town festival will get you in the spirit of the season. Movies\, music\, vendors market and lots of fun things for the kids to do! Take in a workshop or just stroll the market. We invite you to Blanco for a visit during one of the most lovely times of year. Filled with the visual displays of so\, so many amazing marigolds. \n\nSaturday\, Oct. 22 – Movie Night: Disney’s Coco \nMonday\, Oct. 24 – Marigold Magic: Dyeing with Marigolds on Silk – $85\nSaturday\, Oct. 29 – Marigold Dance with Brave Combo – $20\n…and much more!\n\nThe Festival will be happening at various locations in and around Blanco Texas. \nLearn more at https://www.texasmarigoldfestival.com/
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/blanco-2022-texas-marigold-festival/
LOCATION:Blanco\, Texas\, Blanco\, TX\, 78606\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Blanco Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@blancochamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T210000
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SUMMARY:Kerrville - Stargazing the Kerrville Night Sky
DESCRIPTION:Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky is hosting a stargazing event at the Doyle Community Pavilion in Kerrville.  Join us from 7 to 9pm on Wednesday\, October 19 and bring a lawn chair.  Bruce Barton and Jeff Stone will answer questions and guide visitors to find stars and planets.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/stargazing-the-kerrville-night-sky/
LOCATION:Doyle Community Center – Pavilion\, 110 W Barnett St\, Kerrville\, TX\, 78028\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Night Sky Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky":MAILTO:nightskykerr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221018T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221018T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220922T164734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T164734Z
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SUMMARY:San Antonio - Agri-Land Resources Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Click to view program agenda for Agri-land workshop. \nA workshop focused on assisting agri-land owners and managers. Topics include financial resources\, programs for urban and small scale farming and direct marketing. Come find out what is out there that can help you become more successful and productive! \nSign in at 9:30 am followed by the program till 12:30 pm. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required by 10/14/22. Free Registrations online at www.alamorcd.org or click here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-antonio-agri-land-resources-workshop/
LOCATION:Texas Department of Agriculture\, 8918 Tesoro Dr. #120\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78217\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221015T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221015T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220912T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T221251Z
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SUMMARY:San Antonio - Explore the Night Sky at Government Canyon State Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we host the San Antonio Astronomical Association at Government Canyon State Natural Area. We’ll be viewing and learning about Saturn and Jupiter along with many constellations and other planets. We’ll also look for star clusters\, nebula\, and much more. You can also learn the basics of telescope operation. \nBring your own telescope or binoculars\, or enjoy the sights from one of the SAAA’s telescopes. Park in Parking Lot A and walk a short distance to Parking Lot C\, where the telescopes will be set up. Dress for the weather. Bring water\, a snack if you like\, and your own flashlight with a red lens cover. Reservations are not required. Open to all ages; participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No pets\, please. Natural Area entrance fees apply. The program is subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather. Though the program itself is free\, Natural Area entry fees do apply. \nTo ensure entrance and save time at the Fee Booth\, please reserve and PRINT OUT your Day Pass by going to: https://texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com/…/deDetails… \nIMPORTANT INFO: This is an after-hours program. If you DO NOT reserve your Day Pass in advance\, be sure to self-register as you enter the Natural Area. Instructions are posted to the right of the Fee Booth. You will need the correct change: $6 per adult (13 years or older) or enter your annual Texas State Parks pass number on the appropriate line of the self-pay envelope. Credit cards are NOT accepted when self-paying.Program is subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/explore-the-night-sky-at-government-canyon-state-natural-area/
LOCATION:Government Canyon State Natural Area\, 12861 Galm Rd\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Government Canyon":MAILTO:secretary@friendsofgc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221015T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221015T220000
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SUMMARY:Austin - Lost Creek Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Come join the residents of Lost Creek and the Travis County Friends of the Night Sky for an evening of observing and night sky education. Astronomers from the Austin Astronomical Society will be on hand to share views through their telescopes.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/lost-creek-star-party/
LOCATION:Boulder Trail Park\, 6681 Whitemarsh Valley Walk\, Austin\, Texas\, 78746
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Travis County Friends of the Night Sky":MAILTO:info@traviscountynightsky.org
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SUMMARY:Online - The Healing Properties of Unstructured\, Outdoor Play
DESCRIPTION:About this event\nTeacher Workshop with Dr. Debbie Rhea with the Liink Project \nThis is a two hour interactive workshop covering several topics focused on healing children through recess/play. Recess\, defined as unstructured\, outdoor play will be discussed in great detail. Play has profound biological effects on children and adolescents. Consequently\, this has direct effects on how they feel\, behave\, and function as they mature. Interestingly\, play promotes survival\, problem solving capabilities\, joy\, intellectual flexibility & dexterity\, and social competence. Therefore\, the topics of focus are:\n1) the benefits and differences between unstructured and structured\, outdoor play;\n2) the necessary types of play to include;\n3) healing properties of recess when offered with the child in mind;\n4) adult role during play/recess;\n5) playground/nature designs that children love to engage in;\n6) Q&A. \nLearn More About Liink: https://liinkproject.tcu.edu/ \nWebinar is offered at 9:00 (central) on October 15. \nClick here to register. A link to the webinar will be sent the morning of the event. If you have not received it please check your spam folder.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-the-healing-properties-of-unstructured-outdoor-play/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221014T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221014T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20221012T150354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T150356Z
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SUMMARY:Stonewall - Creek and Riverside Stewardship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Click to view the agenda. \nOctober 14: Creek- and Riverside Stewardship Workshop at LBJ National Historical Park \nJoin Texas Parks and Wildlife and the Hill Country Alliance for an educational field day on the Pedernales River! This is a great opportunity for landowners in the Pedernales River Basin to learn about creek- and riverside health\, and management techniques to implement on their property. \nClick here to learn more and register!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/stonewall-creek-and-riverside-stewardship-workshop/
LOCATION:Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park\, 1048 Park Road #49\, Stonewall\, TX\, 78671\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221013T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220830T203821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T203821Z
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SUMMARY:Bandera - Convening of Grassroots Water Advocates
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date – Location TBD!\nOn October 13th\, HCA is convening grassroots water advocates for a day of learning\, strategizing\, and networking. If you would like to get involved\, please email marisa@hillcountryalliance.org for more information. \nMore details coming soon.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/bandera-convening-of-grassroots-water-advocates/
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221012T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220824T212801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T212801Z
UID:33467-1665601200-1665604800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - DisabiliTree: Finding Ways to Integrate Nature and Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:About this event\nA webinar with Fiona Wyrtzen\, Youth Forest Council Intern Alum for the City of Austin \nAccessing nature can be a struggle for those with different abilities\, and one of the best ways to make nature accessible is to look at each person’s individual needs. Using the film DisabiliTree: A Film on Disability and Trees\, we will look at how some individuals with disabilities navigate disability and accessibility in nature. Through the platform of this film\, we will discuss the most apparent barriers to accessing nature and learn from shared experiences. \nWorkshop is offered twice on October 12th\, 2:00 and 7:00 Central \nClick here to register. A zoom link for the webinar will be emailed to registrants the day of the event. If you have not seen an email come through please check your spam folder.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-disabilitree-finding-ways-to-integrate-nature-and-accessibility-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221012T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220824T212652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T212652Z
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SUMMARY:Online - DisabiliTree: Finding Ways to Integrate Nature and Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:About this event\nA webinar with Fiona Wyrtzen\, Youth Forest Council Intern Alum for the City of Austin \nAccessing nature can be a struggle for those with different abilities\, and one of the best ways to make nature accessible is to look at each person’s individual needs. Using the film DisabiliTree: A Film on Disability and Trees\, we will look at how some individuals with disabilities navigate disability and accessibility in nature. Through the platform of this film\, we will discuss the most apparent barriers to accessing nature and learn from shared experiences. \nWorkshop is offered twice on October 12th\, 2:00 and 7:00 Central \nClick here to register. A zoom link for the webinar will be emailed to registrants the day of the event. If you have not seen an email come through please check your spam folder.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-disabilitree-finding-ways-to-integrate-nature-and-accessibility/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221011T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20221011T202236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T152059Z
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SUMMARY:Bulverde - Presentation of "October as Hill Country Night Sky Resolution"
DESCRIPTION:Join the Comal County Friends of the night sky at City Hall as the City of Bulverde approves and presents a resolution acknowledging Hill Country Night Sky Month.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/presentation-of-october-as-hill-country-night-sky-resolution/
LOCATION:Bulverde City Hall\, 30360 Cougar Bend\, Bulverde\, TX\, 78163\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Friends of the Night Sky":MAILTO:info@comaldarksky.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221009T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220914T181810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T004104Z
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SUMMARY:Wimberley - Hill Country Howl
DESCRIPTION:At 8:30 PM on October 9th\, the entire community is invited to step outside and howl at the October full moon.  Restaurants and bars\, Property Owner Associations\, and even the dancers at the Blue Hole Moon Dance will pause and send their best howls up to the Hunters Moon.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/wimberley-hill-country-howl/
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wimberley Valley Dark Sky Committee":MAILTO:gwebb132@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221009T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221009T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220919T201844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T183137Z
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SUMMARY:Wimberley - Howl at the Moon Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Wimberley Valley as have our third annual HOWL AT THE MOON EVENT. Everyone is urged to go outside at 8:30 PM and howl at the full moon. Last year several HOA’s\, bars\, and subdivisions had organized howls. \nThis year Blue Hole Regional Park and the Wimberley Dark Sky Committee will host a free MOONLIGHT DANCE AND HOWL on the basketball court at Blue Hole Regional Park. Come dance under the full moon from 8pm – 9pm to your favorite night sky tunes. At 8:30 PM\, we’ll all pause for an organized and enthusiastic Howl at the Moon! \nDate: October 9th\, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/wimberley-howl-at-the-moon-dance-party/
LOCATION:Blue Hole Regional Park\, 100 Blue Hole Ln.\, Wimberley\, TX\, 78676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221009T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220907T203122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T221200Z
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SUMMARY:Hill Country - Backyard Howl (At The Moon)
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of legendary wolves howling at the moon on a full moon night\, Kendall Country Friends of the Nights sky will be encouraging all families to venture into their backyards to enjoy October 9th’s Hunter’s (Full) Moon. \nWe encourage everyone to take a few pictures and post them on social media\, in support of Texas Hill Country Night Sky Month. Seek out the International Dark Sky Association website for information about keeping your family property in dark sky status. https://www.darksky.org/ \n  \n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/hill-country-backyard-howl-at-the-moon/
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221008T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220913T164244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T164244Z
UID:33791-1665230400-1665241200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wimberley - Mountain Cedar Blue Hole Field Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Wimberley Parks and Recreation in partnership with Elizabeth McGreevy\, author of Wanted! Mountain Cedars: Dead and Alive\, as we explore Blue Hole Regional Park and discuss the various types of mountain cedar\, their myths\, and why there is so much anti-cedar sentiment. This workshop will benefit all Hill Country nature enthusiasts\, landowners\, Master Naturalists\, and all those interested in learning about mountain cedar (Ashe Juniper). \nLink to register: https://secure.rec1.com/TX/wimberley-tx/catalog
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/wimberley-mountain-cedar-blue-hole-field-workshop/
LOCATION:Blue Hole Regional Park\, 100 Blue Hole Ln.\, Wimberley\, TX\, 78676\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221007T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220916T153702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T160643Z
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SUMMARY:Canyon Lake - Lunch and Learn Saving Dark Skies
DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch and join the Comal County Friends of the Night Sky as we kick off October 2022 as Hill Country Night Sky Month. Light Pollution affects us far more than just our ability to view the heavens\, poor lighting practices can affect our health\, attract un-wanted wildlife\, and even compromise our security. The Comal County Friends of the Night Sky will talk about light pollution and steps we can take to create more effective lighting. \nPlease note lunch is not being provided. \nCasteel Room – Tye Preston Memorial Library 16311 South Access Road\, Canyon Lake\, TX\, 78133
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/lunch-and-learn-saving-dark-skies/
LOCATION:Tye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S. Access Rd\, Canyon Lake\, TX\, 78133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Friends of the Night Sky":MAILTO:info@comaldarksky.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221006T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
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SUMMARY:Dripping Springs - A Dark Skies Fall Outdoor Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Cactus Moon for an incredible evening of food and wine. Cactus Moon has been described as “the dreamiest property in the Tx Hill Country\,” and we could not be more excited to bring you a thoughtfully curated and designed “dark skies” dining atmosphere and experience here. \nEnjoy a multi-course live fire meal created by Bravo’s Top Chef (Houston) Jo Chan with paired boutique Texas wines from Winemaker Rae Wilson of Wine for the People. This will be a culinary and wine event to exceed expectations. \nThe evening\, set under a canopy of stars\, will celebrate food and wine sourced and produced from Texas land and hosted in and around Cactus Moon’s sunken courtyard and star gazing decks. A sunset glass of sparkling wine\, passed hors d’oeuvres and some Gypsy Jazz from Django Foxtrot will start the evening\, then guests will be guided to enjoy a multi-course\, family-style meal with thoughtfully chosen wine pairings. All of this\, under the autumn sky\, in a very special setting. \nProceeds from the event will benefit Hill Country Alliance\, a passionate community caring for the unique features\, spring-fed streams\, heritage ranch lands\, spectacular beauty and culture of the Texas Hill Country. This dinner series is for the love of food\, the love of wine\, the love of the land that sustains us and of course\, the love of you! \nVery limited tickets available here. Tickets are non refundable.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dripping-springs-a-dark-skies-fall-outdoor-dinner/
LOCATION:Cactus Moon Lodge\, 5508 US-290\, Dripping Springs\, TX\, 78620\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221005T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220325T143006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T203036Z
UID:31326-1664956800-1665162000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:San Antonio - TWCA Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:The TWCA Fall Conference 2022 will take place on October 5-7 in San Antonio.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/twca-fall-conference/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221002T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233552
CREATED:20220801T213544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T213544Z
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SUMMARY:Del Valle - Beer for Water with Texas Land Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:Join Texas Land Conservancy for our fourth annual Beer for Water! This event is an opportunity to bring together the community and shed light on the importance of land conservation to the health of our water systems. \nBeer for Water will take place at Live Oak Brewing Company. The brewery is donating $1 from every beer sold to support our mission to protect the land\, water\, and wildlife of Texas. This free\, family and dog friendly event will also feature live music\, food\, a raffle and silent auction\, conservation education\, and activities for kids. \nLearn more from Texas Land Conservancy here. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/del-valle-beer-for-water-with-texas-land-conservancy/
LOCATION:LIve Oak Brewing Company\, 1615 Crozier Lane\, Del Valle\,\, TX\, 78617\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@texaslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221001T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221001T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220916T152005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T153534Z
UID:33860-1664652600-1664659800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Canyon Lake - Astronomy Night Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Tye Preston Memorial Library hosts Astronomy Night for all ages at our Observatory\, just up the hill from the library. Astronomy nights include a short\, entertaining presentation by the New Braunfels Astronomy Club\, followed by viewings through the telescopes! Astronomy Night happens whether it’s cloudy or clear. For additional information go to New Braunfels Astronomy Club Star Parties.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/astronomy-night-star-party/
LOCATION:Tye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S. Access Rd\, Canyon Lake\, TX\, 78133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Braunfels Astronomy Club":MAILTO:admin@astronomynbtx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221001T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220927T221129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T215339Z
UID:34007-1664647200-1664656200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Blanco - Blanco County Friends of the Night Sky 2022 Song Contest
DESCRIPTION:Blanco County Friends of the Night Sky (BCFNS) will gather to listen to original songs about the night sky during our 2022 Song Contest.  Everyone is invited to attend and admission is free.  Songs will be preformed live by contestants who entered the contest by the September 15th deadline. The guests present will help chose a first\, second\, and third place winner. Please join us for an evening of music and fun! \nLearn more here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/blanco-blanco-county-friends-of-the-night-sky-2022-song-contest/
LOCATION:Gem of the Hills\, 2233 US Highway 281 North\, Blanco\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Night Sky Month
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221001T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220801T161831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T161831Z
UID:33204-1664645400-1664656200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Flower Mound - People for Prairies 2022
DESCRIPTION:Native Prairies Association of Texas (NPAT) is hosting an evening of great food\, drink\, music\, AND conversation. This will also be the start of something bigger. \nYou are invited to this ground-breaking event. Experts from the natural resources\, property development\, urban planning\, working lands\, and corporate sectors will share their perspectives on how open space can benefit urban development. A panel discussion will follow individual presentations. \nThe evening also supports NPAT’s North Texas outreach\, stewardship\, and education programs. Program Director Dr. Carly Aulicky works with landowners and local communities to protect\, restore\, and appreciate native prairies. Sponsorships are available. \nClick here to learn more and register with Native Prairies Association of Texas.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/flower-mound-people-for-prairies-2022/
LOCATION:River Walk Hall\, 4400 River Walk Drive\, Flower Mound\, TX\, 75022\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220929T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220823T173506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T173506Z
UID:33423-1664438400-1664474400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Dripping Springs - 2022 Hill Country Leadership Summit - Our Shared Stories: Past\, Present\, and Future
DESCRIPTION:The Hill Country Leadership Summit is the Hill Country Alliance’s premiere annual gathering\, and provides an opportunity for learning\, networking\, and being inspired among our region’s top community leaders\, conservation practitioners\, and natural resource managers. \nThe 2022 Leadership Summit will be held online and in-person in an open-air setting on September 29 from 8 AM – 4 PM at The Hall at Jester King Brewery\, followed by a networking happy hour from 4-6 PM. \nRegistration and sponsorship opportunities available now! Click here to register. Click here to view sponsorship portal. \nClick here to learn more \n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dripping-springs-2022-hill-country-leadership-summit-our-shared-stories-past-present-and-future/
LOCATION:The Hall at Jester King\, 13187 Fitzhugh Rd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78736\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220928T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220824T212404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T212404Z
UID:33463-1664370000-1664373600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Park Prescriptions for Better Health
DESCRIPTION:About this event\nWebinar with Dr. Debra Kellstedt with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service \nResearch shows that spending time in nature is good for our physical and mental health. Increasingly doctors are starting to prescribe park time to their patients to encourage more time in nature to improve their patients’ health. Join Dr. Kellstedt from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension as she discusses the Park Prescription program and why this trend is gaining ground in the United States. \nFor more information about Park Rx visit: https://www.parkrx.org/ \nWebinar is offered at 1:00 (central) on September 28\, 2022 \nClick here to register. A link to the webinar will be sent the morning of the event. If you have not received it please check your spam folder.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-park-prescriptions-for-better-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220927T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220914T183351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T183351Z
UID:33835-1664303400-1664308800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fredericksburg - Living off the land? Edibles and beneficial native plants
DESCRIPTION:Kim Ort will talk about some common and not so commonly known edibles and beneficial plants and how to forage them responsibly. \nAfter retiring from an engineering career in the technology industry\, Kim joined the Texas Master Naturalists Hays County Chapter in 2011.\nInspired by nature and a thirst for knowledge\, Kim pursued a MS in Wildlife Ecology at Texas State University.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/fredericksburg-living-off-the-land-edibles-and-beneficial-native-plants/
LOCATION:Gilbriar Gazebo\, 208 Danos Dr\, Fredericksburg\, Texas\, 78624\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220924T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220924T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220912T211713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T211713Z
UID:33782-1664008200-1664033400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fredericksburg - Learn your Lawn & Landscape
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking at redoing your landscape\, or are a new landowner in the area\, you should attend the “Learn your Lawn and Landscape” program on Saturday\, September 24th at the Gillespie County AgriLife Extension Office (38 Business Court\, Fredericksburg). Extension Landscape Specialist Dr. Steve George will go over the basics of how to set-up and design a landscape. There will also be programs on turfgrass\, native plants and tree selection and care in the Texas Hill Country. Lunch\, sponsored by Capital Farm Credit\, is included in the cost of the program. \nCheck-in will start at 8:30 am\, with the program beginning at 9:00 am and going until 3:30 pm. Cost for this program is thirty-five dollars. Please register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/learn-your-lawn-landscape-tickets-367136052817\, or come by the extension office and register in person. Cash or check is only accepted at the extension office\, and there is a small fee for registering online. No pesticide applicator CEUS will be given as part of this program.   Questions can be directed to the Gillespie County Extension office at 830-997-3452 or Elizabeth.mcmahon@ag.tamu.edu . \nPlease RSVP by September 20th to guarantee your spot and lunch!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/fredericksburg-learn-your-lawn-landscape/
LOCATION:Gillespie County AgriLife Extension Office\, 38 Business Court\, Fredericksburg\, TX\, 78624\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220923T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220923T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220801T213228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T213228Z
UID:33208-1663961400-1663970400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wimberley - Night Hike and Sky Party at Cathedral Oaks with Texas Land Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Hill Country night hike outside of Wimberley to explore the critters of the night\, including bats with a bat detector! Following the hike there will be casual stargazing and refreshments! \nBring a flashlight for the hike and a camp chair for after. We’ll have some red keychain lights for the stargazing. We recommend wearing long pants\, closed-toe shoes\, and insect repellent. Please bring a refillable water bottle. \n\n\n$5 per member (not a member or need to renew\, sign up today!) \n\n\n$15 per non-member \n\n\nKids 12 and under are free \n\n\nBecause this event is taking place on private property\, we are limiting the number of people to 20 (not including children) and we will send directions to the property in your confirmation email after you register. No pets allowed. \nClick here to register and learn more from Texas Land Conservancy! 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/wimberley-night-hike-and-sky-party-at-cathedral-oaks-with-texas-land-conservancy/
LOCATION:Cathedral Oaks\, Wimberley\, TX\, 78676\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@texaslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220923T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T233553
CREATED:20220615T223346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T223346Z
UID:32961-1663934400-1663938000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fredericksburg - Grow it\, Cook it: Strawberries
DESCRIPTION:Grow It Cook It program on Strawberries. Includes recipe samples. Learn how to grow strawberries. Part of the grow it cook it program series. Program cost is $15. Contact the Gillespie County Extension Service at 830-997-3452 to register.\n\nLearn more here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/fredericksburg-grow-it-cook-it-strawberries/
LOCATION:Gillespie County AgriLife Extension Office\, 38 Business Court\, Fredericksburg\, TX\, 78624\, United States
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