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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T180000
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - Alamo Area MPO Meeting & Public Comment Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-alamo-area-mpo-meeting-public-comment-session/
LOCATION:New Braunfels Civic Center\, 375 S. Castell Ave\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization":MAILTO:www.alamoareampo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190805T163038Z
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SUMMARY:San Antonio - Mountainfilm on Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mountainfilm on Tour- San Antonio is coming to Confluence Park on the evening of Thursday\, October 3rd. Experience a selection of culturally rich\, adventure-packed and inspiring documentary films. Presented by the San Antonio River Foundation\, this film festival will galvanize stewardship and awaken your love of nature. Paired with light cuisine and cocktails\, your night by the River will be one of discovery and change.\n[vcex_spacing size=”30px”]\nProceeds benefit the San Antonio River Foundation’s vision to inspire stewardship.\n[vcex_spacing size=”30px”]\nCocktail reception begins 6:30pm\, Show 7:30pm\nTickets $50 each\, includes admission\, refreshments and alcoholic beverages (21+ years old event) \n[vcex_spacing size=”30px”] \nParking information and the list of films can be found at: https://sariverfound.org/sarf-events/filmfest/ \n\nClick here to buy tickets.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-antonio-mountainfilm-on-tour/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
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SUMMARY:Hunt - Soil for Water: Agricultural Resilience Clinic with Nicole Masters
DESCRIPTION:ONE- AND TWO-DAY TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE \nFriday only $70 (includes lunch) ONLY 15 AVAILABLE \nFriday Game Dinner at The Hunt Store $35 \nFriday and Saturday $130 (both days include lunch)* ONLY 18 AVAILABLE \nInternationally-acclaimed agroecologist Nicole Masters of New Zealand will join NCAT specialists\, HMI Certified Educators\, and other regenerative agriculture experts for two activity-filled days exploring agricultural resilience. In the dynamic and sometimes unforgiving climates of Texas\, any agricultural operation needs to be ready to cope with and recover from adversity. By holding more water in the soil and fostering the right soil microbiology we can buffer changes in temperature and mitigate the effects of extreme weather patterns. \nThis two-day clinic will provide insights into soil health\, soil health indicators and monitoring techniques\, and plant health. Questions Nicole will address include: \n\nHow do we build soil structure to improve water and mineral cycles?\nWhat is the role of soil microbes in pasture quality and resiliency?\nWhat are your weeds telling you?\nHow do we manage weeds\, disease\, and insects?\nHow do we shift from invasive grasses to native grasses?\nHow does adaptive multi-paddock grazing encourage resiliency?\nWhat monitoring strategies can we use to be sure we are making improvement and moving towards our goals?\nHow can we reduce the need for chemical inputs without reducing yields?\n\n* No single tickets for Saturday will be sold. Per Nicole’s request\, people who join the hands-on portion of the clinic on Saturday must attend on Friday. \nPlease reserve your space for the clinic and the dinner using the form below. \nLodging options for this training are limited and we suggest you book as soon as possible to ensure your space. \nClick here to visit NCAT’s website for more information and lodging options\, or call or email NCAT specialist Kara Kroeger\, 479-587-3479 or karak@ncat.org. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/hunt-soil-for-water-agricultural-resilience-clinic-with-nicole-masters/
LOCATION:Kerr Wildlife Management Area\, 2625 FM 1340\, Hunt\, TX\, 78024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190930T100026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T100026Z
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SUMMARY:Blanco - Caring for Your Land: Incentives for Stewardship and Conservation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We hope you can join us for the October 4th\, CARING FOR YOUR LAND – INCENTIVES FOR STEWARDSHIP AND CONSERVATION WORKSHOP at Gem of the Hills Community Center (2233 N US Highway 281) in Blanco\, TX.  \nThis free event\, which will detail tools and financial incentives to support land stewardship and conservation\, starts at 9:30 AM and ends at 1:30 PM on Friday\, October 4th. Lunch will be included and space is limited. To learn more and to register for this free workshop\, please go to https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/caring-for-your-land
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/blanco-caring-for-your-land-incentives-for-stewardship-and-conservation-workshop/
LOCATION:Gem of the Hills\, 2233 US Highway 281 North\, Blanco\, Texas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190912T142520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T142520Z
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - Walk and Talk at the Headwaters at the Comal with CCCA
DESCRIPTION:Join the Comal County Conservation Alliance (CCCA) for a Walk and Talk Tour of the Headwaters at the Comal. Nancy Pappas\, Managing Director of the Headwaters\, will lead the tour of this ecologically and historically significant property. The Headwaters at the Comal showcases the significance of the Comal Springs and connects the community to nature and the importance of conservation. It is a 16-acre property in the middle of a transformation from a “brownfield” fleet/facility property into a premier education center. This tour includes an overview of the history of the site; a walk through a savanna prairie reclaimed from an asphalt parking lot; a look into an historic cistern encasing the headwaters springs of the Comal River; a discussion of the archaeological significance of the property\, and much\, much more. Don’t miss this opportunity for an insider’s view of this important property. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-walk-and-talk-at-the-headwaters-at-the-comal-with-ccca/
LOCATION:Headwaters at the Comal\, 333 E. Klingemann St\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Conservation Alliance":MAILTO:info@comalconservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190925T152638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190925T152638Z
UID:17011-1570266000-1570276800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:New Braunfels - Walk and Talk Tour of the Headwaters at the Comal
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Comal County Conservation Alliance (CCCA) for a “Walk and Talk” Tour of the Headwaters at the Comal.  Nancy Pappas\, Managing Director of the Headwaters\, will lead the tour which will include a walk through a restored native prairie that was reclaimed from an asphalt parking lot\, a look into the historic cistern encasing the headwaters springs of the Comal River\, a discussion of the Archaeological discoveries on the property and much\, much more. \nClick here to register. \nSpace is limited so sign up soon!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-walk-and-talk-tour-of-the-headwaters-at-the-comal/
LOCATION:Headwaters at the Comal\, 333 E. Klingemann St\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Conservation Alliance":MAILTO:info@comalconservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20191002T112046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T112046Z
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SUMMARY:Dripping Springs - Open House: US 290 from Oak Hill to Dripping Springs
DESCRIPTION:TxDOT has launched the US 290 from Oak Hill to Dripping Springs Planning and Feasibility Study. This study will identify future safety and mobility improvements to US 290 from RM 1826 in southwest Austin to RM 12 in Dripping Springs. The corridor spans both Travis and Hays counties. \nThe purpose of this planning and feasibility study is to identify long-term safety and mobility solutions for the US 290 corridor and to establish a recommended right-of-way footprint. The study is anticipated to take one year and will include many opportunities for public involvement. At the conclusion of the planning and feasibility study\, TxDOT plans to enter into the environmental study and schematic design process to further develop any potential solutions identified. Of note\, the proposed project would connect to the Oak Hill Parkway project. \nThe purpose of the open house is to request input from the community regarding safety and mobility needs on the US 290 corridor within the study limits. \nAn open house will be held at each end of the study area. Both open houses will have identical materials and attendees can come and go at their convenience. Study team members will be available to answer questions and receive input from the public. \nIf you are unable to attend\, take TxDOT’s online survey. Comments must be received on or before Oct. 21\, 2019 to be included in the official record. \nLearn more on TxDOT’s website here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dripping-springs-open-house-us-290-from-oak-hill-to-dripping-springs/
LOCATION:Dripping Springs Ranch Park\, 1042 Event Center Dr\, Dripping Springs\, TX\, 78620\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20191002T113455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T113455Z
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SUMMARY:Wimberley - Hays County Public Meeting on El Rancho Cima Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Hays County to hold public meeting to discuss the acquisition of 533 acres of riverfront at El Rancho Cima for conservation\nHays County Courthouse\, San Marcos\, TX (Oct. 1\, 2019) – The Hays County Precinct 3 Office will host a public meeting Wednesday\, October 9\, to discuss recent efforts to conserve portions of El Rancho Cima. The meeting will be held at the Wimberley Community Center\, 14068 Ranch Road 12\, at 6 p.m. \nEl Rancho Cima\, also known as the Boy Scout Ranch\, is located 18 miles west of San Marcos on Ranch Road 32 along the Devil’s Backbone. The property includes Sentinel Peak\, which at more than 1\,200-feet-high is a landmark for anyone traveling the route. \nThe 2\,300-acre ranch was recently sold by the Sam Houston Area Boy Council of Boy Scouts\, which was steward of the property for more than 60 years\, and the new owner has subdivided the property. \n“There has been a great deal of interest in conserving El Rancho Cima\,” Precinct 3 Commissioner Lon Shell said. “We have been working on ways in which to participate in these efforts and now have the ability to secure a 533-acre portion of the ranch that has frontage on both sides of the Blanco River. This gives Hays County a unique opportunity for conservation and partnership opportunities to preserve water quality and endangered species habitat as well as provide public access to a special part of the Texas Hill Country.”
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/wimberley-hays-county-public-meeting-on-el-rancho-cima-conservation/
LOCATION:Wimberley Community Center\, 14068 Ranch Rd 12\, Wimberley\, TX\, 78676\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190905T110554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T110554Z
UID:16847-1570730400-1570734000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fredericksburg - Texas Stars at Night are Big and Bright! Let's Keep Them That Way: Dark Skies and Why They Matter
DESCRIPTION:Fredericksburg Native Plant Society and Fredericksburg Independent School District Community Education Present  \n “Texas Stars at Night are Big and Bright”  Let’s keep them that way! \n                        “Dark Skies and Why They Matter” \nWhat:               Fredericksburg Independent School District Community Education Class \nSpeaker:         Bridget Langdale \nElectric lights were introduced less than 150 years ago.  In that short time\, star-filled night skies have largely disappeared from all populated areas.  Since living things co-evolved with dark skies\, some plants and animals actually require the night sky for survival.  We are just beginning to learn about the health benefits attributed to a dark night.  All is not lost\, however.  With prudent use of non-glare lighting\, it is possible to have both dark night skies and safe streets.  In this class you will learn how to save money\, save energy\, increase personal safety and health\, help wildlife and plants thrive\, and help keep our night sky dark… simply by the wise use of man-made lighting. \nMs. Langdale\, a resident of Mason\, is active in the Texas Master Naturalist Hill Country Chapter and is a member of the Mason Star Gazers and the Hill Country Astronomer clubs.  She works with the International Dark Sky Organization and the Hill Country Alliance to increase public awareness about light pollution and to offer common sense solutions for individuals\, businesses\, communities\, city councils and county commissions.  Langdale’s transformative efforts have resulted in her home town of Mason being recognized as having some of the darkest skies in the Hill Country. \nTime:               6:00 p.m.-7:00 pm \nCost:                $20.00 \nRegister:          Contact Rachel Malinak\, rachelm@fisd.org\, 830-997-9552
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/fredericksburg-texas-stars-at-night-are-big-and-bright-lets-keep-them-that-way-dark-skies-and-why-they-matter/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20191007T120033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T120033Z
UID:17174-1570816800-1570827600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Austin - Bluegrass & Beer: Keep Sewage out of Barton Creek
DESCRIPTION:Find out more here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-bluegrass-beer-keep-sewage-out-of-barton-creek/
LOCATION:Jester King Brewery\, 13187 Fitzhugh Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78736\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191015T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20191014T102727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191014T102727Z
UID:17308-1571162400-1571167800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Round Mountain - Informational Meeting on the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District on their website\, https://swtcgcd.com \n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/round-mountain-informational-meeting-on-the-southwestern-travis-county-groundwater-conservation-district/
LOCATION:Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center\, 24814 Hamilton Pool Rd\, Round Mountain\, TX\, 78663\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20191008T100553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T100553Z
UID:17231-1571230800-1571241600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:San Marcos - Guadalupe River Stakeholder Meeting and Webinar
DESCRIPTION:  \nFor more details\, click  here. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-marcos-guadalupe-river-stakeholder-meeting-and-webinar/
LOCATION:TX
ORGANIZER;CN="The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment":MAILTO:meadowscenter@txstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190905T110850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T110850Z
UID:16853-1571248800-1571252400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fredericksburg - Deer me!  Native Plant Landscaping Despite the Deer!
DESCRIPTION: Fredericksburg Native Plant Society and Fredericksburg Independent School District Community Education Present  \n “Deer me!  Native Plant Landscaping Despite the Deer!” \nWhat:               Fredericksburg Independent School District Community Education Class \nSpeaker:         Chris Anderson \nLearn how to create and protect a beautiful native plant landscape despite the constant depredations of our beautiful\, but always hungry deer population. The course covers  deer food preferences and a wide variety of techniques for selecting and defending Hill Country native plants\, suitable to any area landscape. \nMr. Anderson is a past President of the Fredericksburg Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas.  He is an active Master Naturalist\, serves on the Board of the Fredericksburg Nature Center and is an interpretive guide at Enchanted Rock. The native plant landscaping surrounding his house serves as a personal laboratory for determining which plants the deer avoid. \nTime:               6:00 p.m.-7:00 pm \nCost:                $20.00 \nRegister:          Contact Rachel Malinak\, rachelm@fisd.org\, 830-997-9552
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/fredericksburg-deer-me-native-plant-landscaping-despite-the-deer/
LOCATION:Fredericksburg Middle School Library\, 110 West Travis\, Fredericksburg\, TX\, 78624\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20191002T150648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T150648Z
UID:17141-1571333400-1571340600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Spicewood - No Water\, No Beer: What a Groundwater Conservation District Means for Western Travis County
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Hill Country Alliance + Pizzeria Sorellina happy hour! \nThis fall\, voters will have the opportunity to formally approve the Southwest Travis County GCD on November 5th. This would close a loophole and provide some management of groundwater withdrawals in SW Travis County. Domestic and livestock wells would not be impacted by the formal approval of this district. Come learn more\, have a beer\, and hear more from the President of the new Southwest Travis County Groundwater Conservation District\, Rick Scadden. \nAdditional information on the Southwest Travis County Groundwater Conservation District: \n\nFact sheet\nGroundwater Truths and Myths in Travis County\nHCA webpage on the Southwest Travis County GCD\nOfficial Southwest Travis County GCD website
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/spicewood-no-water-no-beer-what-a-groundwater-management-district-means-for-western-travis-county/
LOCATION:Sorellina Pizzeria\, 23526 HWY 71 W\, Bldg. B\, Spicewood\, TX\, 78669\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191021
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190815T120857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190815T120857Z
UID:16562-1571356800-1571615999@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Concan - Frio Family Camp Fall Retreat
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URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/concan-frio-family-camp-fall-retreat/
LOCATION:House Pasture Cattle Co\, 2 River Road\, Concan\, TX\, 78838\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20191007T123315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T123315Z
UID:17179-1571404500-1571418900@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Castell - Caring for Your Land: Incentives for Stewardship and Conservation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We hope you can join us for the October 18th\, CARING FOR YOUR LAND – INCENTIVES FOR STEWARDSHIP AND CONSERVATION WORKSHOP at Castell General Store (19522 Ranch Road 152) in Castell\, TX. \nThis free event\, which will detail tools and financial incentives to support land stewardship and conservation\, starts at 1:15 PM and ends at 5:15 PM on Friday\, October 18th. \nTo learn more\, please go to https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/caring-for-your-land \nTo register\, click here: http://texaswildlifeassociation.salsalabs.org/clcaringforyourlandllano?page=register&eType=ActivityDefinitionInstance&eId=442fc96d-ca41-4ac8-b27b-a57c671463cf 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/castell-caring-for-your-land-incentives-for-stewardship-and-conservation-workshop/
LOCATION:Castell General Store\, 19522 Ranch Road 152\, Castell\, TX\, 76831\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190830T091103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T091103Z
UID:16767-1571475600-1571500800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:San Marcos - Monarch Fest and Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for San Marcos’ second annual Monarch Fest! Conservation groups will be there to show visitors the importance of monarch butterflies and other pollinators that can be found in the region. Peruse our fall native plant sale and be inspired to build your own butterfly garden and lend a helping hand to pollinators while enjoying native flowers. Learn how to join citizen science projects and help track monarchs as they make their migration to and from their wintering grounds in Mexico. \nDid you know Central Texas is in the heart of a flyway for many migrating species of birds and insects including the monarch butterfly? That means we are lucky enough to witness a diversity of migrating species when the time is right. \nCome see what San Marcos is doing as a city to help pollinators and learn how to get involved to make a difference! \nFor more updates\, check out the Facebook event here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-marcos-monarch-fest-and-native-plant-sale/
LOCATION:TX
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190805T164253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190805T164253Z
UID:16470-1571479200-1571605200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:San Marcos - Sacred Springs Powwow
DESCRIPTION:The Sacred Springs Powwow is organized by the San Marcos nonprofit Indigenous Cultures Institute. The festival boasts an annual attendance of 6\,000 and features performances by over 100 dancers\, traditional drums & singers with a spectacular Indian Market of arts & craft booths and authentic Native foods. \nHighlights include: \n\nOver 100 Native dancers competing in ten categories\nLargest Native Market at an outdoor powwow with 50 Native arts\, crafts\, and food booths\nOutstanding powwow drum groups\nFrybread & other Native favorites\n\nFind out more here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-marcos-sacred-springs-powwow/
LOCATION:The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment\, 201 San Marcos Springs Drive\, San Marcos\, TX\, 78666\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190923T125541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190923T125541Z
UID:16935-1571500800-1571508000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Johnson City - Pedernales Wildlife Management Coop Speakers Program
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/johnson-city-pedernales-wildlife-management-coop-speakers-program/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church Community Activity Center\, 105 LBJ Dr\, Johnson City\, TX\, 78636\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212629
CREATED:20190905T091016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T091016Z
UID:16825-1571513400-1571520600@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Round Mountain - Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Tour the night skies at Westcave Preserve\, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope. \nWith local astronomers on hand to answer questions\, you’ll be delighted and amazed by what you see and learn! \n$15 adult (18+) | $5 child (4 – 17) \n2019 Star Party Dates: \n\nSeptember 21\, 8:00-10:00 pm\nOctober 19\, 7:30-9:30pm\nNovember 16\, 6:30 – 8:30 pm\nDecember 14\, 6:00 – 8:30 pm\nJanuary 18\, 6:30 – 8:30 pm\nFebruary 15\, 7:00 – 9:00 pm\n\nEvents are weather permitting. To make a reservation\, please email starparty@westcave.org or call 830.825.3442 \nPlease include a phone number and the size of your group in your email or phone message. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/round-mountain-westcave-outdoor-discovery-center-star-party-2/
LOCATION:Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center\, 24814 Hamilton Pool Rd\, Round Mountain\, TX\, 78663\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191020T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20191002T115428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T115428Z
UID:17137-1571587200-1571594400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Blanco - Protect Our Blanco Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/blanco-protect-our-blanco-meeting/
LOCATION:Gem of the Hills\, 2233 US Highway 281 North\, Blanco\, Texas
ORGANIZER;CN="Protect Our Blanco":MAILTO:info@protectourblanco.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20190905T110037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T110037Z
UID:16845-1571769000-1571774400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fredericksburg - Madrone Lore and More with the Fredericksburg Native Plant Society
DESCRIPTION:“Madrone Lore and More”  – How to Plant a Madrone Tree \nPresented by David Winningham\, Ph.D. \nOwner of Natives of Texas Nursery\, Specializing in Madrones \nTuesday\, October 22\, 2019  \nWhat:                Fredericksburg Native Plant Society Meeting \nTopic:               “Madrone Lore and More”- How to Plant a Madrone Tree \nBrief:                The enigmatic Madrone tree is the poster child of the Hill Country’s disappearing specialty understory trees.  Highly prized because of its unique bark\, blossoms\, and berries\, the slow growing Madrone tree is rarely found in the wild and is very difficult to grow in a domesticated setting.  David Winningham\, owner of Natives of Texas Nursery\, will share his eight-year long journey of learning how to cultivate Madrones.  He promises to teach us how to “plant” a Madrone tree and will give a few tips on how to “grow” one\, though he cautions that nature is actually in charge of the latter process. \nDr. Winningham is a real-life “rocket scientist”\, having spent his professional career with NASA.  As retirement neared\, he and his late wife spent over four years looking for the perfect retirement location in the Hill Country. They found their paradise eleven miles south of Kerrville on acreage with soaring cliffs\, spring-fed flowing waters and Madrone trees.  After tackling removal of cedar and other restoration projects\, the Natives of Texas Nursery emerged\, specializing in hard to find native plants and trees; most significantly\, the Madrone. \nDate:                 October 22\, 2019 \nTime:                6:30 p.m.-Light refreshments and social; 7:00 p.m.- meeting \n 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/fredericksburg-madrone-lore-and-more-with-the-fredericksburg-native-plant-society/
LOCATION:Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 601 North Milam\, Fredericksburg\, TX\, 78624\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20191007T155420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T155420Z
UID:17214-1571817600-1571846400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Junction - Texas Riparian & Stream Ecosystem Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the full agenda. \nRSVP is required by October 14\, 2019. RSVP online through the marketplace at  https://bit.ly/2YvPd7X or by email to clare.entwistle@ag.tamu.edu. This workshop is free because the program is funded through a Clean Water Act grant provided by the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. \nMorning coffee\, pastries\, fruit and a catered lunch will be provided to participants during the day for $15. We ask that participants pay online with credit card or bring cash to the training to cover food costs. Dress is casual and comfortable for the weather as we will be outside along the river during the afternoon. \nFor more information or questions\, please contact Clare Entwistle at 210-277-0292 x205 or clare.entwistle@ag.tamu.edu \nFor more information\, check out the Texas Riparian Association website here. Click here to register.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/llano-texas-riparian-stream-ecosystem-workshop/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20191022T111352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T111352Z
UID:17380-1571940000-1571947200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:New Braunfels - Town Hall on Nov. 5th Ballot Propositions with Rep. Kyle Biedermann and Rep. Erin Zwiener
DESCRIPTION:State Representative Kyle Biedermann and State Representative Erin Zwiener will join us at our Town Hall Meeting\, co-sponsored by GEAA\, to discuss Props 2\, 5\, and 8\, which are on the November 5th ballot and very important for conservation. \nProposition 2: Authorizes the Texas Water Board to issue bonds for water and sewer projects in economically distressed areas. \nProposition 5: Ensures the existing sporting goods sales tax will go to the TPWD and Texas Historical Commission for protecting natural areas\, water quality\, and history. \nProposition 8: Creates funding for infrastructure for drainage\, flood mitigation\, and flood control projects\, including “green infrastructure” projects\, which use undeveloped land for flood mitigation. \nNOTE:  Light refreshments served
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-town-hall-on-nov-5th-ballot-propositions-with-rep-kyle-biedermann-and-rep-erin-zwiener/
LOCATION:McKenna Event Center\, 801 W San Antonio St.\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Comal County Conservation Alliance":MAILTO:info@comalconservation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191028T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20191022T121754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T121754Z
UID:17385-1572271200-1572280200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:San Antonio - Edwards Aquifer Protection Program Public Hearing with TCEQ
DESCRIPTION:The Edwards Aquifer is a home to diverse fauna and is a drinking water source for the city of San Antonio and surrounding central Texas communities. Because it is a karst aquifer\, fractures\, caves\, sinking streams\, and sinkholes act as conduits to the aquifer from the surface. While this means that the aquifer recharges quickly after a rain event\, it also means that any surface pollution from stormwater runoff or spills will directly impact the water quality of the aquifer\, possibly impairing drinking water and affecting the sensitive ecosystem. \nThe TCEQ will conduct public hearings to receive comments about ways to protect the Edwards Aquifer from pollution. \nThe hearings will be held at the following times and locations: \nMonday\, October 28\, 2019 at 2:00 p.m.\nTesoro Building\, Alamo Area Council of Governments\, Room 1A\n8700 Tesoro Drive\, Suite 100\nSan Antonio\, Texas (map) \nTuesday\, October 29\, 2019 at 1:30 p.m.\nTCEQ Park 35 Office Complex\n12100 Park 35 Circle\, Building E\, Room 201S\nAustin\, Texas (map)
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-antonio-edwards-aquifer-protection-program-public-hearing-with-tceq/
LOCATION:TX
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20190923T105913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190923T105913Z
UID:16931-1572339600-1572350400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Johnson City - Settlement Restoration at LBJ National Historical Park
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather – stay tuned for updates!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/johnson-city-settlement-restoration-at-lbj-national-historical-park/
LOCATION:Johnson City Settlement\, 227 Settlement Rd\, Johnson City\, TX\, 78636\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20191022T122118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T122118Z
UID:17391-1572355800-1572364800@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Austin - Edwards Aquifer Protection Program Public Hearing with TCEQ
DESCRIPTION:The Edwards Aquifer is a home to diverse fauna and is a drinking water source for the city of San Antonio and surrounding central Texas communities. Because it is a karst aquifer\, fractures\, caves\, sinking streams\, and sinkholes act as conduits to the aquifer from the surface. While this means that the aquifer recharges quickly after a rain event\, it also means that any surface pollution from stormwater runoff or spills will directly impact the water quality of the aquifer\, possibly impairing drinking water and affecting the sensitive ecosystem. \nThe TCEQ will conduct public hearings to receive comments about ways to protect the Edwards Aquifer from pollution. \nThe next hearing will be held at the following time and location: \nTuesday\, October 29\, 2019 at 1:30 p.m.\nTCEQ Park 35 Office Complex\n12100 Park 35 Circle\, Building E\, Room 201S\nAustin\, Texas (map)
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-edwards-aquifer-protection-program-public-hearing-with-tceq/
LOCATION:TCEQ Park 35 Office Complex\, 12100 Park 35 Circle\, Building E\, Room 201S\, Austin\, TX\, 8753\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20191014T094833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191014T094833Z
UID:17291-1572375600-1572381000@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Medina - Medina Dark Sky Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/medina-medina-dark-sky-night/
LOCATION:Medina Community Library\, 13948 State Hwy 16 N\, Medina\, TX\, 78055\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20191021T130745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191021T130745Z
UID:17343-1572456600-1572467400@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Austin - Brews and Views with Scenic Texas
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Old Austin nostalgic night\, as we look forward to Austin’s future looking more scenic! We will have Dark Skies Black Pilsner on tap (named for the Dark Sky Association) donated by Vista Brewing\, a taco/nacho bar by Smoke N’ Roses\, Deep Eddy drinks\, an ecological glass art creation by local artist Allison Lipkin for auction\, some wares from The Sage Soul\, and information on the Hill Country Alliance a partner and environmental organization focused on land conservancy and Dark Sky protection. Scenic Texas will also honor Senator Kirk Watson with the Scenic Star Award. \nRegister here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-brews-and-views-with-scenic-texas/
LOCATION:TX
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212630
CREATED:20191007T133925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T133925Z
UID:17200-1572941700-1572964200@hillcountryalliance.org
SUMMARY:Kerrville -  Streamside Landowner Workshop
DESCRIPTION:UGRA Auditorium and nearby field site\n125 Lehmann Drive\nKerrville\, TX 78028 \nWorkshop is free and includes lunch.\nSeating is limited\, so pre-registration is required. This workshop is designed for streamside landowners and managers who can implement the practices and skills on the Upper Guadalupe River and its tributary streams. \nCall UGRA at (830) 896-5445 with questions or registration assistance. \nRegistration deadline is November 1\, 2019
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/kerrville-streamside-landowner-workshop/
LOCATION:TX
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