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SUMMARY:San Marcos - Join the Nightlife 2023
DESCRIPTION:Click to view flyer \nBack by popular demand\, Merlin Tuttle’s Bat Conservation (MTBC) and Bat Survey Solutions (BSS) are excited to present the second annual Join the Nightlife event in Central Texas! And this time\, we’ve added an exclusive\, 1-day acoustic training opportunity to manually identify bat recordings. There is something for everyone – bat enthusiasts\, citizen scientists\, biologists\, consultants\, organic gardeners/farmers\, and students! \nAugust 31-September 2 \nWe’ll kick off the event with a captivating evening at Bracken\, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. The following two days will be full of immersive learning experiences. Our focus will be bats and their contributions to our shared ecosystems\, agriculture\, and integrative pest management. Get ready to dive deep through a series of lectures\, hands-on demonstrations\, field trips\, and the unique opportunity to participate in mist-netting. Witness bats up close and view live echolocation recordings! \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-marcos-join-the-nightlife-2023/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center\, 105 Bintu Dr\, San Marcos\, TX\, 78666\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Sabinal - Rural Roundup: Sprouting Homegrown Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Sprouting Homegrown Opportunities\nJoin HCA and the H. E. Butt Foundation in Sabinal on September 9th for the Rural Roundup\, a traveling community showcase!\nClick to view or download flyer PDF \nWant to learn how rural communities can revive local economies and develop new business opportunities? Spend the day in Sabinal exploring ways to engage vacant real estate\, draw in community-centered investors\, and prepare a well-qualified workforce. In addition to interactive panels\, this event will feature a keynote presentation and discussion led by Monte Anderson of Neighborhood Evolution. \nGet inspired as we learn what works\, what doesn’t\, and what you can bring back to your own community! Click here to register for this FREE event – seating is limited\, so reserve your spot today. \nAgenda Overview:\nAfter convening at the Sabinal Public Library\, we will kick off the day with a look at some of Sabinal’s biggest opportunities for growth during a walkabout of downtown Sabinal\, led by local leaders. We will then load up and relocate to Nora’s Tacos (426 Fisher Ave E\, Sabinal\, TX 78881) for lunch and an inspiring presentation from Monte Anderson with Neighborhood Evolution on incremental development and community and place building. After lunch\, we will explore workforce development as well as housing and business development during two panels featuring leaders from Sabinal and beyond. Click here to view and download the full agenda. \nTheme: Sprouting Homegrown Opportunities\nDate: Saturday\, September 9\, 2023 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nLocation: Sabinal Public Library\, 305 N Center Street\, Sabinal\, TX 78881\nPreview the Day:\n10:00 AM – Refreshments & Welcome\n10:20 AM – Downtown Walkabout\n10:45 AM – Drive to Nora’s Tacos\n11:00 AM – Keynote: Neighborhood Evolution\n12:15 PM – Lunch at Nora’s Tacos\n12:30 PM – Panel: Workforce Development\n1:10 PM – Panel: Housing & Business\n1:50 PM – Closing\n2:00 PM – Event ends\nFree event – RSVP Required by 9/7\n \nLearn More about the Partnership:\nThis event will be the third in the Rural Roundup series and will showcase Sabinal and a unique program\, challenge\, or lesson learned within. Topics in the series so far have ranged from local education opportunities to maintaining community character\, from Junction to Bandera. The series will conclude in November with a one-day symposium in Leakey\, TX. \nThe Leading in the Rural Hill Country Collaboration envisions a healthy and thriving Texas Rural Hill Country through a collaborating network of diverse leaders – both emerging and established. To help make this vision a reality\, we work to connect leaders in the Texas Rural Hill Country so that we can identify common challenges\, share solutions\, and pursue opportunities for our region’s future. \nNOTE: Date updated from August 26 to September 9 as of 7/21/23
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/sabinal-rural-roundup-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Sabinal Public Library\, 312 N Center St\, Sabinal\, TX\, 78881\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Online – Hill Country Eclipse Lunch & Learn Series – Media and Public Relations
DESCRIPTION:During the last total solar eclipse event in the U.S.\, back in 2017\, many rural communities in its path were overwhelmed by the crowds and the challenges they created for local infrastructure\, emergency services\, lodging and restaurants\, and supermarkets. However\, the communities that fared the best were those that started preparing years in advance. On October 14 of this year and April 8 of 2024\, the annular and total solar eclipses will pass through the middle of the Hill Country\, affecting all our communities. \nFor the past two and a half years\, the Hill Country Alliance has been convening quarterly round table meetings of the Hill Country Eclipse Team. These meetings are opportunities for residents\, eclipse enthusiasts\, business owners\, and community leaders to share regional planning updates. The meetings have included presentations by subject matter experts on related topics. \nThe Hill Country Eclipse Lunch and Learn sessions are an opportunity to discuss individual niche topics specific to eclipse planning and preparations. Topics will include everything from accessibility and community preparation to public relations and security. \nThe Eclipse Lunch & Learn Sessions take place on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month via Zoom from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CST.\nRegister here for the complete series and attend the sessions at your leisure. Each Lunch and Learn will be recorded and posted to the HCA Eclipse Portal. \nEric Henrikson\, Senior Science Reporter with KXAN\, will be the featured subject matter expert for this Lunch and Learn session on Media and Public Relations.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-lunch-learn-series-media-and-public-relations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - The Long Game: Creating lasting conservation in a high growth region - CCCA Community Program
DESCRIPTION:The Long Game: Creating lasting conservation in a high growth region. \nEvent Details:\nTuesday\, September 12th 6-7:30pm\nMcKenna Center \nSpeaker:\nKatherine Romans\nExecutive Director\, Hill Country Alliance \nProgram Description: \nDescription: It is no secret that Comal County and the Hill Country face enormous challenges. Deep drought\, booming population growth\, catastrophic flood\, and limited planning tools all characterize this particularly unique part of the state. And at the same time\, there is an increased awareness of the urgency of changing the way we grow. Business as usual growth threatens to push us past the carrying capacity of the lands and waters of the Hill Country. The time to act is now. \nKatherine will describe the tools and approaches that the Hill Country Alliance and the broader Texas Hill Country Conservation Network are employing to shift the future of this region we call home. She’ll talk about the role each of us can play\, and why what we need more than ever is strong leadership\, consistent grassroots advocacy\, and a shared vision for the Hill Country we want to hand on to future generations of Central Texans. \nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-the-long-game-creating-lasting-conservation-in-a-high-growth-region-ccca-community-program/
LOCATION:McKenna Event Center\, 801 W San Antonio St.\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:San Antonio - Grassroots Gathering for Water Advocates - Government Canyon
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, October 12th\, the Hill Country Alliance will convene grassroots water advocates from across the region for a day of strategizing\, learning\, and networking. This event will take place in Government Canyon State Natural Area\, a 12\,000+ acre nature preserve on the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone that protects the City of San Antonio’s water supply. \nThe day will start at 10AM with a tour of Government Canyon\, and followed by a presentation from the Edwards Aquifer Authority on the topic of drought and climate change. The afternoon will be focused on shared learnings and strategizing. Lunch\, snacks\, and refreshments are included with a $10 registration fee. \nIf you would like to attend this event\, please message marisa@hillcountryalliance.org.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-antonio-grassroots-gathering-for-water-advocates-government-canyon/
LOCATION:Government Canyon State Natural Area\, 12861 Galm Rd\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78254\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - Small Acreage Big Opportunity - Comal County
DESCRIPTION:The Small Acreage – Big Opportunity (SABO) program is a joint effort of Texas Wildlife Association and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.\nLandowners who steward small properties face unique management challenges. Most information currently available to landowners focuses on management of large properties. Statewide\, small properties are increasing\, but the owners of these properties may have difficulty scaling down big recommendations to fit a smaller acreage. \nOur intensive half-day workshops will teach landowners how to evaluate their property’s habitat and what options are available for wildlife management\, including cost-share programs. Perhaps most importantly\, we will connect landowners with local professionals who can walk alongside them as they steward and learn their lands. Join us as we paint a more complete picture of land stewardship in Texas by equipping small landowners to make a big impact! \nClick here to register
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-small-acreage-big-opportunity-comal-county/
LOCATION:Texas Wildlife Association\, 6644 FM1102\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78132\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:San Antonio - 2023 American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA) Annual Conference and Expo
DESCRIPTION:Sept. 26-27 in San Antonio water professionals and practitioners are invited to attend the 2023 American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA) Annual Conference and Expo\, co-hosted by the Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI). \nThe theme of the conference is “Climate Change: Challenges and Opportunities in Water Management\,” and it will be held in conjunction with the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) Annual Education and Business Conference. \nA workshop on “Basics of Climate Change Science and the Impact of Climate Change on Water Resources and Water Infrastructure” will be presented in partnership with TWRI. \nThe conference is designed for professionals in water quality\, rainwater catchment\, plumbing\, mechanical\, fire protection\, engineering and water utility fields. It will be held at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk\, and registration and details are available online. \nFor more information\, contact Heather Kinkade at heather.kinkade@arcsa.org or conference@iapmo.org.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/san-antonio-2023-american-rainwater-catchment-systems-association-arcsa-annual-conference-and-expo/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk\, 123 Losoya St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Online - Hill Country Eclipse Lunch & Learn Series - Travel and Tourism
DESCRIPTION:During the last total solar eclipse event in the U.S.\, back in 2017\, many rural communities in its path were overwhelmed by the crowds and the challenges they created for local infrastructure\, emergency services\, lodging and restaurants\, and supermarkets. However\, the communities that fared the best were those that started preparing years in advance. On October 14 of this year and April 8 of 2024\, the annular and total solar eclipses will pass through the middle of the Hill Country\, affecting all our communities. \nFor the past two and a half years\, the Hill Country Alliance has been convening quarterly round table meetings of the Hill Country Eclipse Team. These meetings are opportunities for residents\, eclipse enthusiasts\, business owners\, and community leaders to share regional planning updates. The meetings have included presentations by subject matter experts on related topics. \nThe Hill Country Eclipse Lunch and Learn sessions are an opportunity to discuss individual niche topics specific to eclipse planning and preparations. Topics will include everything from accessibility and community preparation to public relations and security. \nThe Eclipse Lunch & Learn Sessions take place on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month via Zoom from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CST.\nRegister here for the complete series and attend the sessions at your leisure. Each Lunch and Learn will be recorded and posted to the HCA Eclipse Portal. \nSpencer Zamora\, Tourism Research Specialist for Travel Texas in the Economic Development and Tourism Department of the Office of the Governor\, will be the featured subject matter expert for this Lunch and Learn session on Travel and Tourism.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-lunch-learn-series-travel-and-tourism/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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SUMMARY:Dripping Springs - Hill Country Leadership Summit: From Vision to Action
DESCRIPTION:The Hill Country Leadership Summit is the Hill Country Alliance’s premiere annual gathering\, and provides an opportunity for learning\, networking\, and being inspired among our region’s top community leaders\, conservation practitioners\, and natural resource managers. \nThe 2023 Leadership Summit will be held online and in-person in an open-air setting on September 28 from 8 AM – 4 PM at The Hall at Jester King Brewery\, followed by a networking happy hour from 4-6 PM. \nEarly bird tickets available July 20 – August 20. Sponsorship opportunities available now and online auction donations are needed! Click here to view an agenda of the days events and learn more at https://hillcountryalliance.org/leadershipsummit
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dripping-springs-hill-country-leadership-summit-from-vision-to-action/
LOCATION:The Hall at Jester King\, 13187 Fitzhugh Rd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78736\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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