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SUMMARY:Online - Black Birders Week with BlackAFinSTEM
DESCRIPTION:Learn more in this article Audubon here. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-black-birders-week-with-blackafinstem/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200602T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200602T200000
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SUMMARY:Texas Nature Trivia – Online Edition with Texas Land Conservancy
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’re excited to partner with the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center for two special-guest rounds of trivia. Many of you are familiar with the Wildflower Center and its mission to inspire the conservation of native plants through their beautiful gardens in South Austin as well as education and outreach programs. The Wildflower Center’s guest trivia rounds will be inspired by their team’s expertise in native plants\, sustainable gardening\, and whatever other plant-themed trivia they dream up. We can’t wait! Master Gardeners and native plant enthusiasts: get ready to BRING IT on June 2nd! \nNote: If you would like to play as a household on one device\, you only need to reserve one spot. And remember\, this game is online\, so you can play from anywhere! All you need is a computer.  \nClick here to reserve your spot!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/texas-nature-trivia-online-edition-with-texas-land-conservancy/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T100000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233535
CREATED:20200518T112215Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233535
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T180000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T183000
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CREATED:20200518T112010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200518T112010Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T180000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200617T150000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233535
CREATED:20200204T170038Z
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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:20200621T170000
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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:20200626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200626T124500
DTSTAMP:20260417T233535
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200627T090000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233535
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233535
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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