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SUMMARY:Online - Rainwater Harvesting with Eco Centro
DESCRIPTION:Turn water scarcity into water abundance! \nRainwater harvesting can reduce stormwater runoff\, lower your water bill and keep your garden green all year long. Join us to learn more about medium to large scale rainwater harvesting for residential and commercial applications. We’ll cover water catchment basics\, tanks\, filtration\, pumps\, codes\, water budgeting\, potential catchment volume calculations and designing water harvesting plans specific to our region. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-rainwater-harvesting-with-eco-centro/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200820T211741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T211741Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Flaring\, Venting and Methane Pollution Townhall
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/flaring-venting-and-methane-pollution-townhall/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T222842Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Upper San Marcos River Watershed Protection Plan - Stakeholder Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please RSVP [no cost] to receive information on how to join the meeting via Zoom. Instructions will also be sent out 1 day before the meeting\, so be on the lookout for an email! \nTopics to be discussed: \n\nWatershed Water Quality Monitoring Overview by Dr. Sandra Arismendez\, Water Quality Monitoring Coordinator and Quality Assurance Officer\nWatershed Ordinance Review by Tom Hegemier\, PE – Senior Project Manager\, Doucet and Associates\nImplementation Phase I Contract Closeout/Recap\n2021 TCEQ Request For Grant Application Review for Implementation Phase II\nNew TCEQ San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance and Mermaid Society Implementation Phase I\n\nA formal agenda will be sent prior to the meeting date. \nClick here to RSVP.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-upper-san-marcos-river-watershed-protection-plan-stakeholder-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment":MAILTO:meadowscenter@txstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200820T224536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T224536Z
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SUMMARY:San Antonio - Summer Nights at the San Antonio Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! The return of Summer Nights invites you to get outdoors this summer and enjoy extended Thursday night hours at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. This 38-acre urban oasis is the perfect place to physically distance\, get some fresh air and connect with nature. Beginning July 2\, from 6 – 9 p.m.\, Summer Nights will feature cash bar and picnic baskets prepared by Jason Dady Catering\, gourmet shaved ice by Kona Ice\, music\, and beautiful bloom displays. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Visitors are welcomed to bring lawn chairs and blankets. \n\nIncluded with general admission. Free for members. \n\nGuests are asked to follow all COVID-19 visitor guidelines during their visit at the Botanical Garden. \nClick here to learn more and purchase tickets online.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-antonio-summer-nights-at-the-san-antonio-botanical-garden/
LOCATION:San Antonio Botanical Garden\, 555 Funston Place\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78209\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200818
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200621T164932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200621T164932Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Generation Next: Our Turn to Ranch - Online School for New Landowners with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
DESCRIPTION:Generation Next: Our Turn to Ranch curriculum is perfect for new landowners or those who are looking to start a new agricultural operation on an existing ranch. This 12-week\, on-line course walks through important steps for developing a business plan including business types\, tax implications\, insurance needs\, financial record keeping\, setting up grazing and wildlife leases\, understanding livestock markets\, land management and more! \nEach week will take approximately 1.5 hrs to complete the lesson and apply it to your situation.  A new topic is opened up each week\, so YOU choose the time during that week that works best for you to complete the lesson. Topics are covered by professionals in each field of study. A Generation Next certificate and t-shirt will be given upon completion of the course. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-generation-next-our-turn-to-ranch-online-school-for-new-landowners-with-texas-am-agrilife-extension/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200723T100725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200723T100725Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Rainwater Harvesting and Turfgrass Management Workshop for Cypress Creek Watershed (Blanco and Hays Counties) with Healthy Lawns and Healthy Waters Project
DESCRIPTION:The Healthy Lawns and Healthy Waters Program of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host an online training on residential rainwater harvesting and turfgrass management on Aug. 6 for residents of Hays and Blanco counties. \nThe free training will be from 1–5 p.m. Participation is limited\, and online registration is required. \nAttendees can RSVP online or contact John Smith\, AgriLife Extension program specialist\, College Station\, at johnwsmith@tamu.edu or 979-204-0573. Those who RSVP to the event will receive updates\, instructions to join the online meeting and materials related to the meeting via email. \nThe training is offered in collaboration with the Cypress Creek Watershed Partnership. \nLearn more from AgriLife Today here.  \nAttendees can submit a free soil test by picking up and then dropping off their soil sample bag and information sheet to the AgriLife Extension offices in Blanco County\, 101 E. Cypress\, Ste. 109\, Johnson City or Hays County\, 200 Stillwater Road\, Wimberley prior to or by one week after the meeting. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-rainwater-harvesting-and-turfgrass-management-workshop-cypress-creek-watershed-blanco-and-hays-counties-with-healthy-lawns-and-healthy-waters-project/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200806T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200806T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200803T145256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200803T145256Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Payments for Ecosystem Services Part II: Carbon Markets and Credit Stacking with NCAT ATTRA: Sustainable Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:This webinar\, hosted by NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Colin Mitchell\, will feature presentations by two experts\, Debbie Reed and Jim Blackburn\, who are currently working on projects to advance soil carbon sequestration carbon markets and ecosystem services credit stacking programs for farmers and ranchers. A question-and-answer session will be provided following the presentations. \nJim Blackburn is a professor of environmental law in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Rice University. Jim will be highlighting the efforts of a working group he is co-leading through Rice University’s Baker Institute that is seeking to establish a new national verification standard for soil carbon sequestration. Jim will also discuss other projects he is working on focused on carbon sequestration and community resiliency. \nDebbie Reed is the Executive Director of the Ecosystem Services Market Consortium (ESMC). Debbie will be presenting information on the ESMC\, a member-based organization launching a national scale ecosystem service market for agriculture to recognize and reward farmers and ranchers for their environmental services to society. ESMC members represent the spectrum of the agricultural sector supply chain with whom the ESMC is scaling sustainable agricultural sector outcomes\, including increased soil carbon\, reduced net greenhouse gases (GHG)\, and improved water quality and water use conservation. This webinar is the second part of a three-part webinar focused on payments for ecosystem services. \nThis webinar series is part of a project in collaboration with Dr. Barbara Bellows of the Texas Institute of Applied Environmental Resources and is funded by Southern Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-payments-for-ecosystem-services-part-ii-carbon-markets-and-credit-stacking-with-ncat-attra-sustainable-agriculture/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200801T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200722T163027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200722T163027Z
UID:21731-1596276000-1596281400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Flora in Western Art: A Brief History with Botanical Research Institute of Texas
DESCRIPTION:Humans have always been drawn to plants\, and the history of art is full of depictions of vegetation of all types. Join art historian Erin Starr White in this spirited exploration of art whose subject includes flowers\, stems\, leaves\, and trees. Did we mention flowers?  Artists from the Western artistic tradition will be our focus\, from Raphael to O’Keeffe\, and beyond. \nInstructor: Erin Starr White is an art historian\, curator\, environmentalist\, and gardener. She serves as Community Education Manager for BRIT / FWBG and brings over a decade of experience as a museum educator to her role. Erin is passionate about working with adult learners\, having led the docent corps at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. She has served on the UTA Fort Worth Gallery Advisory Committee and written extensively about art of all types. \nSaturday\, August 1\, 2020 (10 – 11:30 am) \nRegistration Deadline: July 30 \n$18/$15 member \nLocation: This is an online class; you will receive an email the day prior to class with the Zoom class code and password.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-flora-in-western-art-a-brief-history-with-botanical-research-institute-of-texas/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200728T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T170043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T170043Z
UID:20637-1595955600-1595962800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Landscape CPR Workshop with AgriLife Water University
DESCRIPTION:This class is FREE will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. NO LINKS TO CLICK and NO NEED TO REGISTER. \nDoes your landscape need a lifeline? Do you have problem areas where nothing seems to grow? Whether you’re dealing with pests and disease\, issues with too little sunlight\, or problematic soils that are keeping your plants brown and crispy\, this class will get to the root of your horticultural headaches AND help you learn the skills to bring new life to your garden. We’ll also prescribe tips on how to hire a landscape or irrigation professional to give you a helping hand and revive even the most disheartening of Texas landscapes. \nOur staff horticulturalist and water resource professionals will be online taking and answering your questions. \nClick here to watch the virtual class on Facebook Live online for free!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-landscape-cpr-workshop-with-agrilife-water-university/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200728T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200713T172545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T172545Z
UID:21319-1595944800-1595948400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Payments for Ecosystem Services Webinar with NCAT ATTRA
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Colin Mitchell will guide you through the history of payments for ecosystem service programs and discuss different types of payments farmers and ranchers can receive for improving or maintaining ecosystem services\, including: Direct Payments\, Certification Programs\, Tax Incentives\, and Ecosystem Service Markets. Colin will also provide a set of factors farmers and ranchers should consider before participating in any type of payment for an ecosystem service program. \nClick here to learn more from the NCAT ATTRA: Sustainable Agriculture website. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-payments-for-ecosystem-services-webinar-with-ncat-attra/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200727T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200707T191109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T191109Z
UID:21247-1595840400-1595853000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Fighting Fire with Fire Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Texas A&M University and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will be delivering an FREE online workshop on Monday\, July 27\, 2020 at 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM CST showcasing research findings from Dr. Urs Kreuter’s Joint Fire Science Program project: \n“Fighting Wildfire with Prescribed Burning in the Southern Great Plains: Social and Regulatory Barriers and Facilitators.” \nResults will be given by graduate students and collaborators on the project\, followed by a Q&A discussion with all speakers and participants. \nPlease register at: https://agrilife.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_L1zHHnoDRZCze-PRKf74yw.  The link is also available at: https://agrilife.org/westtexasrangelands/ \nAll registered participants will be sent a USB drive featuring materials from the speakers\, including science briefs of the different components of the project. \n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-fighting-fire-with-fire-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200725T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200725T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200722T161822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200722T161822Z
UID:21715-1595709000-1595718000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Utopia - Comet NEOWISE viewing with Hill Country Nature Center and Texas Ranchland Nightsky Tours
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URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/utopia-comet-neowise-viewing-with-hill-country-nature-center-and-texas-ranchland-nightsky-tours/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200724T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200724T172000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200713T141727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T141727Z
UID:21293-1595606400-1595611200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Latino Conservation Week: A Dialogue on Intersectional Environmentalism
DESCRIPTION:What does systemic oppression have to do with climate issues? Tune in as five leaders weigh in on intersectional environmentalism.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual panel conversation on intersectional environmentalism is in celebration of Latino Conservation Week. The following panelists will be joined by moderator\, and LO Founder\, José González to discuss the intersection of social and environmental justice. \nDetails \n\nThe conversation will take place via Zoom and broadcasted on Facebook and YouTube on July 24th from 5-6:20PM ET (2-3:20PM PT).\nThe hour long discussion will be followed by 20 minutes for questions from the audience.\nDoors will open 15 minutes before the start time to provide participants time to settle in.\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-latino-conservation-week-a-dialogue-on-intersectional-environmentalism/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200204T165625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T165625Z
UID:18650-1595577600-1595696400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Mason - 2 Day Ecological Monitoring and Land Planning Course Hosted by Grassfed Sustainability Group
DESCRIPTION:Grassfed Sustainability Group\, the Texas Savory Hub\, advocates a Holistic Approach to Regenerative Agriculture. \nHolistic Management is a whole farm/ranch planning system and decision making process that helps farmers\, ranchers and land stewards better manage their agricultural resources to achieve maximum environmental\, economic and social benefits. Holistic Management is a critical tool helping develop successful businesses while improving land health. \nEach session is an in-depth two day course that covers one or two modules of Holistic Management. All courses are taught by Savory Field Professional Rhona Lemke\, along with her husband Chad Lemke\, who is a fifth generation full-time rancher. Together they have been practicing Holistic Management for two decades on their own family operation in the Texas Hill Country. Part of the time will be spent outside at their North Mason Ranch showing participants first hand how Holistic Management is implemented in a real ranching situation\, and how the brittle ecosystem of the Hill Country\, or any other ecosystem\, can be drastically improved. \nClass dates are: \n\nJuly 24-25\, 2020 Ecological Monitoring & Land Planning\n\nClass sizes will be limited. Register early before they are sold out. It is recommended participants attend all four classes in order to fully understand and learn how to implement and practice Holistic Management. \nEach class will be 8am to 5pm Friday and Saturday in Mason\, Texas. Lunch is provided both days. Cost per class is $350 per person. Attendees will receive a 10% discount if you purchase the entire series in advance. To purchase series\, click on the Tickets tab for the February 28 class\, then select Entire Series of Courses. \nAny questions please email Rhona at rhona@gsgtexas.com or call (325) 347-7096
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/mason-2-day-holistic-management-courses-hosted-by-grassfed-sustainability-group/
LOCATION:North Mason Ranch (privately owned)\, 1025 McKinley Ave\, Mason\, TX\, 76856\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200723T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200723T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200625T140208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200625T140208Z
UID:21002-1595516400-1595525400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Rainwater Harvesting Workshop with Eco Centro
DESCRIPTION:Register now for the link to this FREE online workshop: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/104769971806 \nTurn water scarcity into water abundance. Rainwater harvesting can reduce stormwater runoff\, lower your water bill and keep your garden green all year long. Join us to learn more about medium to large scale rainwater harvesting for residential and commercial applications. We’ll cover water catchment basics\, tanks\, filtration\, pumps\, codes\, water budgeting\, potential catchment volume calculations and designing water harvesting plans specific to our region. \nThis workshop qualifies for 1 SAWS WaterSaver Rewards Point.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-rainwater-harvesting-workshop-with-eco-centro/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200718T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200713T142830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T142830Z
UID:21298-1595030400-1595764800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Latino Conservation Week 2020 Photo Contest
DESCRIPTION:We want to see your pictures for Latino Conservation Week 2020! \nLatino Outdoors and Hispanic Access Foundation are teaming up to announce a #LCW2020 Photo Contest beginning July 18\, 2020\, & ending July 26\, 2020 at 11:59 PM PT. Submissions will be accepted starting July 18th. \nPhotos may be submitted under each of the following categories\, which are drawn from subjects of special interest to Latino Outdoors’ participation in Latino Conservation Week 2020: RETHINK OUTSIDE\, CONSERVATION CULTURA and LATINX EXPERIENCE. \nREQUIREMENTS: \n✔️ Follow @LatinoConservationWeek \n✔️ Use the following hashtags #LatinoConservationWeek / #LCW2020/ #LCWPhotoContest \n✔️ Practice social distancing and be safe (see #RecreateResponsibly guidelines) \n✔️ Include a land acknowledgement. Put some effort into learning the history of the location you’re in. Google and the Native Lands app/website could be helpful for research. \n✔️ Answer the question “What does conservation mean to you?” in the photo/post caption. \nHow to enter and more information: https://bit.ly/31V4rUk
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-latino-conservation-week-2020-photo-contest/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T170159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T170159Z
UID:20639-1594746000-1594751400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Drip Irrigation DIY Workshop with AgriLife Water University
DESCRIPTION:This class is FREE will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. NO LINKS TO CLICK and NO NEED TO REGISTER. \nMake every drip count! Whether you have an existing sprinkler system or just an outdoor faucet\, learn how to install\, convert and maintain a drip irrigation system. Drip irrigation is the most efficient irrigation method for landscape beds\, potted plants\, vegetable gardens or home foundations. The flow of information from our experts will make “do it yourself” drip irrigation seem easy! \nOur staff horticulturalist and water resource professionals will be online taking and answering your questions. \nClick here to watch the virtual class on Facebook Live online for free!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-drip-irrigation-diy-workshop-with-agrilife-water-university/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200707T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200707T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200625T142954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200625T142954Z
UID:21011-1594126800-1594130400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Nature Notes: Butterflies with Brazoria Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday at 1:00 pm for a new Nature Note presented by the Texas Master Naturalists! \nFor updates\, see the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2555277211468479/ \nTo tune in on the day of\, check the Brazoria County Library’s Youtube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/user/brazoriacounty
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-nature-notes-butterflies-with-brazoria-library/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T165303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T165303Z
UID:20630-1593252000-1593259200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Composting Basics Workshop with Eco Centro
DESCRIPTION:Composting is one of the best ways to reduce our own waste\, produce new life for plants\, drastically improve soil quality\, increase moisture retention\, and so much more. Closing the waste loop is critical to becoming more sustainable\, and it is super easy to do! Participants will learn about various composting methods that can be done at home and how to decide which method suits your lifestyle best by exploring in depth variables of each method. Help reduce organic waste at the source\, improve garden soil quality\, increase soil saturation capacity and water conservation. Come join us as we cover many different methods for compost\, from worms to hot\, trench to Takakura. There is a compost method that is perfect for your lifestyle. \nLearn more and register for the FREE event here. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-composting-basics-workshop-with-eco-centro/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200627T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T164901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T164901Z
UID:20622-1593244800-1593248400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Digital Nature Walk: Go Native for Your Landscape with NPSOT - San Antonio
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the native plants that grow along the park’s trails\, how to include them in your own landscape\, and how they benefit wildlife. \nThis special event is presented by Joan Miller of the Native Plant Society of Texas\, San Antonio Chapter (NPSOT-SA) and Drake White of the Nectar Bar. \nRegister at:\nhttps://www.philhardbergerpark.org/calendar-events/nature-walk-go-native-for-your-landscape
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-digital-nature-walk-go-native-for-your-landscape-with-npsot-san-antonio/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200626T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200625T140705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200625T140705Z
UID:21004-1593172800-1593175500@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Wild Neighbors Webinar: Backyard Bugs with Balcones Canyonlands Preserve
DESCRIPTION:In many ways\, insects provide the soundtrack to summer. We’re excited to welcome Val Bugh\, our Wild Neighbors speaker for June\, who will tell us all about the bugs we’re seeing and hearing during these hot months. Val is amazingly knowledgeable about local insects and a great presenter\, so come with questions! Once you sign up (using the green button below)\, we’ll send you the link and password to join the zoom meeting. Please make sure you have the Zoom app downloaded before the meeting either from your app store or from Zoom.us. You may want to join the meeting a few minutes before noon to make sure there aren’t any connection issues. \nCall Johanna at (512) 619-8936 or email johanna.arendt@traviscountytx.gov with questions. \nClick here to register: https://signup.com/go/NbocNiJ
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-wild-neighbors-webinar-backyard-bugs-with-balcones-canyonlands-preserve/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200621T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T170339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T170339Z
UID:20641-1592758800-1592766000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Birds\, Bees and Butterflies: Gardening for Wildlife Workshop with AgriLife Water University
DESCRIPTION:This class is FREE will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. NO LINKS TO CLICK and NO NEED TO REGISTER. \nNative and adapted plants are not only beautiful\, water-efficient additions to your landscape\, but they can be useful tools to attract beneficial wildlife as well! Learn ways to attract and provide hab­itat for butterflies\, song birds\, hummingbirds\, bees and other animals that bring your landscape to life with activity! If you’d like to keep your landscape well-manicured\, or if you take a more naturalistic approach\, we have tips to meet your needs\, suit your taste and capture your imagination! \nOur staff horticulturalist and water resource professionals will be online taking and answering your questions. \nClick here to watch the virtual class on Facebook Live online for free!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-birds-bees-and-butterflies-gardening-for-wildlife-workshop-with-agrilife-water-university/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200204T170038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T170038Z
UID:18658-1592553600-1592672400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Mason - 2 Day Holistic Planned Grazing Course Hosted by Grassfed Sustainability Group
DESCRIPTION:Grassfed Sustainability Group\, the Texas Savory Hub\, advocates a Holistic Approach to Regenerative Agriculture. \nHolistic Management is a whole farm/ranch planning system and decision making process that helps farmers\, ranchers and land stewards better manage their agricultural resources to achieve maximum environmental\, economic and social benefits. Holistic Management is a critical tool helping develop successful businesses while improving land health. \nEach session is an in-depth two day course that covers one or two modules of Holistic Management. All courses are taught by Savory Field Professional Rhona Lemke\, along with her husband Chad Lemke\, who is a fifth generation full-time rancher. Together they have been practicing Holistic Management for two decades on their own family operation in the Texas Hill Country. Part of the time will be spent outside at their North Mason Ranch showing participants first hand how Holistic Management is implemented in a real ranching situation\, and how the brittle ecosystem of the Hill Country\, or any other ecosystem\, can be drastically improved. \nClass dates are: \n\nJune 19-20\, 2020 Holistic Planned Grazing\nJuly 24-25\, 2020 Ecological Monitoring & Land Planning\n\nClass sizes will be limited. Register early before they are sold out. It is recommended participants attend all four classes in order to fully understand and learn how to implement and practice Holistic Management. \nEach class will be 8am to 5pm Friday and Saturday in Mason\, Texas. Lunch is provided both days. Cost per class is $350 per person. Attendees will receive a 10% discount if you purchase the entire series in advance. To purchase series\, click on the Tickets tab for the February 28 class\, then select Entire Series of Courses. \nAny questions please email Rhona at rhona@gsgtexas.com or call (325) 347-7096
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/mason-2-day-holistic-planned-grazing-course-hosted-by-grassfed-sustainability-group/
LOCATION:North Mason Ranch (privately owned)\, 1025 McKinley Ave\, Mason\, TX\, 76856\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T171031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T171031Z
UID:20645-1592398800-1592406000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Webinar - Water Stewardship: Getting Started and a Path Forward with World Resources Institute
DESCRIPTION:Join World Resources Institute (WRI)\, the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) North America\, and Procter & Gamble Company for an informational webinar exploring how companies can develop water stewardship strategies. Open-source resources from WRI and AWS will be highlighted\, including Aqueduct 3.0 and the International Water Stewardship Standard v2.0 (“AWS Standard”). \nProcter & Gamble\, which has developed and implemented a corporate water stewardship strategy\, will describe the on-ramp process and how to use WRI’s strategic framework to assess\, prioritize and implement water stewardship practices. \nHear from water stewardship experts and Procter & Gamble on implementing the AWS Standard in direct operations and lessons learned. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-webinar-water-stewardship-getting-started-and-a-path-forward-with-world-resources-institute/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T165502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T165502Z
UID:20632-1592330400-1592337600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Sustainable Landscapes Workshop with Eco Centro
DESCRIPTION:Design and implement landscapes that work. Learn valuable techniques to develop landscapes that are made to last and function sustainably with local ecosystems. A properly designed sustainable landscape should be beautiful and eco-friendly while saving resources and requiring minimal maintenance. Keep water on your property\, reduce localized flooding\, manage stormwater flows\, design for conservation and reduced water use and even attract pollinators. \nLearn more and register for this FREE event here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-sustainable-landscapes-workshop-with-eco-centro/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200518T112010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200518T112010Z
UID:20240-1592326800-1592332200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting with AgriLife Water University
DESCRIPTION:Grow your rainwater harvesting capacity and make a big splash of savings on your water bill! This program covers design\, construction\, maintenance and benefits of a large rainwater collection system. Participants will learn how to calculate rainwater capture and detailed design of an above ground collection system for your home\, ranch or business’s outdoor water needs. \nThis class will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. Our staff horticulturalist and water resource professionals will be online taking and answering your questions. \nClick here to watch the virtual class on Facebook Live online for free!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/rainwater-harvesting-with-agrilife-water-university/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200518T111656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200518T111656Z
UID:20237-1591894800-1591898400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Texan Plants with AgriLife Water University
DESCRIPTION:There’s a growing trend to incorporate native plants in landscapes not only for their ability to save water\, but also for the incredible beauty and the countless ecosystem services they provide! Learn how to grow your favorite native wildflowers\, trees\, shrubs as well as perennials with lush vibrant colors and textures to make your garden the envy of the neighborhood. We’ll also talk proper soil preparation\, proper installation\, and provide tips for long term maintenance to keep your native landscape looking best. You’ll be provided a plant list as big as the Lone Star State! \nThis class will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. Our staff horticulturalist and water resource professionals will be online taking and answering your questions. \nClick here to watch the virtual class on Facebook Live online for free!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/texan-plants-with-agrilife-water-university/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T170628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T170628Z
UID:20643-1591869600-1591875000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Distance Learning - Healthy Soil: The Key to Healthy Plants with San Antonio Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:The foundation of a resilient and beautiful landscape is healthy soil. In this online class\, arborist David Vaughan will teach you practical tips to enhance the power of soil and landscapes. Learn about the dynamic enterprise of living soil\, from decomposing organic matter for plants to use\, storing and delivering nutrients and water to plant roots\, and protecting plants from pathogenic microbes. Sponsored by San Antonio Water System. \nParticipants will be asked to take a brief survey\, which allows the Botanical Garden to get credit from San Antonio Water System and for participants to get WaterSaver Rewards points if any are available for the class. A weblink and instructions will be sent 24 hours prior to the start of class. A computer and internet connection required. \nFee: $10 refundable deposit upon completion of the post-workshop survey\nInstructor: David Vaughan\, member of American Society of Certified Arborists \nClick here to register for the event. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-distance-learning-healthy-soil-the-key-to-healthy-plants-with-san-antonio-botanical-garden/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200518T112215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200518T112215Z
UID:20242-1591722000-1591727400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Grow Native\, Not Wild! with AgriLife Water University
DESCRIPTION:Gardening with native plants doesn’t mean giving up your yard to the weeds! Texas plants look stunning when artfully combined in styles to please every taste– traditional\, cottage\, modern\, or architectural! Learn how to cultivate key strategies from natural systems to control your landscape while still enjoying the dynamic\, natural beauty of native plantings. This class will send you home with the dirt from cutting-edge landscape designers\, teach you to plant like a pro\, plus we’ll help you find the balance between sensational and sustainable to make your neighbors green with envy! \nThis class will be LIVE on our Facebook page AgriLife Water University. Our staff horticulturalist and water resource professionals will be online taking and answering your questions. \nClick here to watch the virtual class on Facebook Live online for free!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/grow-native-not-wild-with-agrilife-water-university/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212943
CREATED:20200601T165756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T165756Z
UID:20634-1591264800-1591270200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Online - Texas Moths in the Spotlight with the San Antonio Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:In North America there are 15 times the number of moth species as butterfly species\, and their roles in terrestrial ecosystems are far more significant. Master Naturalist\, Delmar Cain will talk about Texas moths’ life cycles\, food\, beauty\, challenges and the roles they play in the larger food web. He will also talk about citizen science and how to communicate findings to entomological experts. \nParticipants will be asked to take a brief survey\, which allows the Botanical Garden to get credit from San Antonio Water System\, process your refund\, and get WaterSaver Rewards points if any are available for the class. A weblink and instructions will be sent to you 24 hours prior to the start of class. A computer and internet connection required. \nFee: $10 refundable deposit upon completion of the post-workshop survey\nInstructor: Delmar Cain\, Master Naturalist \nClick here to register. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-texas-moths-in-the-spotlight-with-the-san-antonio-botanical-garden/
LOCATION:Online
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