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SUMMARY:Comal County Conservation Alliance community meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we discuss ways to protect priority conservation areas of Comal County. You don’t have to be a resident of Comal to appreciate it’s beauty and be part of the CCCA. Our speaker topic for July’s community meeting is “Conservation Success Stories.” We hope to see you there!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/comal-county-conservation-alliance-community-meeting/
LOCATION:TX
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SUMMARY:Austin - Engaging Rural Communities Conference
DESCRIPTION:2019 Texas Rural Leadership Program Engaging Rural Communities Conference – Austin\, Texas  \nThe Texas Rural Leadership Program is inviting you to our special Engaging Rural Communities Conference\, April 4-5 in Austin. This event will start at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday and close at 2:00 p.m. on Friday\, allowing for travel time to and from Austin\, with hotel stay at $114 a night. This is an opportunity for you to connect with resource providers\, including rural-minded funding organizations\, build upon assets unique to rural communities/counties\, and build a greater network with others focused on the future of our rural communities/counties. There will also be a special two-hour workshop on governance and organization of a local non-profit organization.  As a “no fluff” event\, this conference will be directly focused on hands-on application of knowledge and skills needed in a fast changing Texas economy\, demographic\, and population\, along with sharing some rural community success stories. “Becoming positive agents of change through community engagement” is our central theme. \nSponsorship/Exhibitors: If you and/or your organization would like to serve as a conference sponsor/exhibitor\, please see the attached information. \nWith the Texas Rural Leadership Program\, your concern\, care and work in rural communities remains vital to the future of Texas. Your outreach and involvement in local communities\, strengthens Texas. After completing our TRLP Leaders in Action workshops or attending the TRLP Engaging Rural Communities Conference\, you will have a deeper knowledge of issues particular to rural communities\, a wider network for needed resources\, a sense of how to better identify and utilize local human capital and assets\, and the ability to deploy your knowledge and networking skills with the intent of making a positive difference. We hope to see you April 4-5 in Austin\, for a better future in rural Texas. \nConference registration runs through March 30.  Register today at: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TRLP. For hotel accommodations\, click here. Please contact Craig Rotter\, TRLP Executive Director\, for additional information at craig.rotter@agnet.tamu.edu; or (979) 587-1992. \nTo see the tentative agenda\, click here.  \nFor information on sponsorship packages\, click here.  If you are a part of a state agency\, see exhibitor rates here. 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-engaging-rural-communities-conference/
LOCATION:TX
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SUMMARY:Conservation Easement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Topics Include: \n\nthe basics of conservation easements\ntax implications and estate planning\nopen space valuation\nthe role of land trust organizations\na panel discussion with landowners\n\nHosted by the Cibolo Conservancy \nFor more information\, contact:  Carolyn Vogel\, Workshop Coordinator \n512-633-4995 \ncavogel2013@gmail.com
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/conservation-easement-workshop-2/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200801T113000
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CREATED:20200722T163027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200722T163027Z
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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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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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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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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:20200820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200820T170000
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CREATED: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;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T170000
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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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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:20200829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200829T123000
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CREATED:20200820T223929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T223929Z
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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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