Join the virtual event! International Dark Sky Week is a weeklong celebration of the night. It’s an opportunity for us all to consider the role of the night and its star-filled sky in each of our lives. This year, IDA is encouraging people around the world to come together –online– to celebrate the night and […]
TWJ is hosting its first webinar! Join us for a program by Matthew Berg, Ph.D. on "Texas's Flooding Challenges." Enjoy our inaugural webinar for free from the comfort of your home. Even before the 86th Texas Legislature began, it was clear the session would feature a deluge of activity focused on addressing Texans’ experience with […]
This event has been canceled – check out Westcave’s website for more updates. April 5 & May 2 | 10:30 am | Book Online Spring is the perfect time to witness the hill country transform into a painted landscape of wildflowers. Come out for an expert-guided walk about wildflowers on the Uplands and find out what […]
This event has been canceled - check Texas Parks & Wildlife Department's Event Page for more details. At this time, the May 30th star party has NOT been canceled, but is subject to change. Join us for stargazing at Guadalupe River State Park! Join the San Antonio Astronomical Association for an evening of stargazing, both […]
This event has been canceled – check out Westcave’s website for more updates. May 2 | 8:00 - 10:00 PM | Book Online Discover what goes on during the night at Westcave Preserve! Join us for a hike in the canyon, led by local biologist. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Registration required. $20/person. Weather […]
A new program to help ranchers implement regenerative agriculture practices, Regen Ag Mentoring Program (RAMP) is now taking applications for two new groups starting soon in Texas. RAMP is a year-long business coaching opportunity to help ranchers increase profitability and reduce stress while improving soil health and regenerating the land. Facilitated by land management professionals, […]
This event has been canceled – check out NPSOT’s website for more updates. Overview The Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) is a four level certification program developed by the Native Plant Society of Texas that teaches the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Level 1: Introduction to Native Landscapes Level 2: Landscape Design […]
The current phase of oilfield water infrastructure buildout in the Permian Basin generally emphasizes each operator or midstream provider building its own water transportation and disposal systems. Accordingly, the overall market is balkanized and inefficient compared to the performance a more interconnected system could achieve. A hydrovascular grid in the Permian Basin could lower […]
Ever wonder how much rainwater your soils catch and hold? Are your soils healthy? Are they getting better or worse? And how would you know for sure? In this free webinar, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialists Kara Kroeger and Colin Mitchell will walk you through several practical and affordable ways to measure and improve soil health, catch […]
This event has been canceled – check out NPSOT's website for more updates. Overview The Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) is a four level certification program developed by the Native Plant Society of Texas that teaches the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Level 1: Introduction to Native Landscapes Level 2: Landscape Design […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED - See Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center for more information. 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. With local astronomers on hand to answer questions, […]
The Don't mess with Texas® Art Contest is officially open! Keep Texas Beautiful and the Texas Department of Transportation invite Texas students in kindergarten through twelfth grade to submit their best litter prevention-inspired artwork to be considered for the Don’t mess with Texas Calendar. Students with the top 14 designs will have their work featured […]
Grab a cocktail and join The Cibolo Nature Center and Farm on Zoom to hear Jennifer Bristol, author of "Parking Lot Birding: A Fun Guide to Discovering Birds in Texas" as she tells us how to take advantage of the diverse bird populations in our own backyards. Capacity is limited to 100, so please reserve a […]
Join us for TLC’s Online Texas Nature Trivia! From the pecan tree to the armadillo, we’ll trivia-lize it all. Focusing on all things nature, individuals will compete with their fellow Texas nature lovers ONLINE for the top spot on the leader board. We’re excited to partner with the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center for two […]
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 […]