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SUMMARY:Austin - Small Acreage Big Opportunity - Travis County
DESCRIPTION:A half-day workshop that will teach landowners how to evaluate their property’s habitat and what options are available for wildlife management. This workshop also proviedes a chance to connect and learn from local professionals who specialize in helping landowners like YOU! \nRegistration Cost: $25 for one or $40 for two. \nTWA members: Members get 20% off ticket prices. Contact Jared via email or phone to access your discount. \nSnacks and refreshments are included! \nClick here to register – spots are limited and will fill up quickly so be sure to register early.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/austin-small-acreage-big-opportunity-travis-county/
LOCATION:Campsite at Shield Ranch\, 10417 Crumley Ranch Road \, Austin\, TX\, 78620\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Jonestown - Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jonestown Night Sky Advocacy\, The City of Jonestown and Tom Campbell Astronomer \nWe will have have a large telescope provided by our Astronomer and are encouraging the public to bring their own telescopes\, blankets and chairs. \nLearn more at http://jtownnightsky.com
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/jonestown-star-party/
LOCATION:Jones Brother’s Park\, 10301 Lakeside Drive\, Jonestown\, Texas\, 78645
CATEGORIES:General Events,Night Sky Month
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SUMMARY:Online - Hill Country Eclipse Lunch & Learn Series - Observing Eclipses
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 Microsoft Teams 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. \nDawn Davies\, Night Sky Program Manager for the Hill Country Alliance and amateur astronomer\, will be the featured subject matter expert for this Lunch and Learn session on Observing Eclipses.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-lunch-learn-series-observing-eclipses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231010T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231010T193000
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - CCCA Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This November\, Texans will be asked to vote on the fate of 14 amendments to the Texas State Constitution. In this Town Hall the Comal County Conservation Alliance and League of Women Voters – Comal Area\, are highlighting two amendments that\, if passed\, would invest $1 Billion in the development of new water sources for communities across Texas and $1 Billion in the creation of new State Parks\, using state surplus funds. Guest speakers Colin McDonald\, Senior Policy Analyst with the Texas Water Foundation\, and Kevin Good\, President of Texans for State Parks will share more about how these two propositions can benefit Texans and answer questions. Come hear how these 2 amendments\, if passed\, could benefit Comal County. \nLearn more at www.comalconservation.org
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-ccca-town-hall-meeting/
LOCATION:McKenna Event Center\, 801 San Antonio St.\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231016
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SUMMARY:Sabinal - Solar Eclipse 2023 RV and Camper Trailer Sites at the Chapman Ranch
DESCRIPTION:It is estimated that between 1.8 and 7.4 million people will travel to the path of totality for the October 14\, 2023 annular solar eclipse\, and South Texas is the only region in the United States that will experience the full annular eclipse. \nChapman Ranch offers unobstructed views of the solar eclipse. Our location will undergo nearly 5 full minutes of darkness\, the longest available in North America! Attendees in our area will also experience the “ring of fire” that is characteristic for this kind of solar eclipse. \nThe camp sites are easily accessible by RVs and camper trailers from HWY 127\, 8 miles southeast of Concan\, TX. \nPlease note that due to local regulations\, admission is limited to self-contained RV/camper trailers. \nTickets are currently available at https://hill-country-solar-eclipse-2023.eventbrite.com
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/sabinal-solar-eclipse-2023-rv-and-camper-trailer-sites-at-the-chapman-ranch/
LOCATION:Chapman Ranch – Sabinal\, 12120 TX HWY 127\, Sabinal\, TX\, 78881\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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SUMMARY:Comfort - Eclipse in the Park
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Comfort Volunteer Fire Dept.\, Comfort Chamber of Commerce and the Comfort Public Library invite the public to “Eclipse in the Park\,” a fundraiser for the Comfort VFD. \nOctober 14\, 2023 \n10:00-3:00 \nLive Music \nFood Trucks \nEclipse viewing with FREE eclipse glasses \nNASA approved educational program & children’s activities sponsored by the Comfort Public Library \nClick here to learn more
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/comfort-eclipse-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Comfort\, TX
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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SUMMARY:Bandera - Brews and Views
DESCRIPTION:Eclipse viewing and music festival. Kid and pet friendly. We have cold beer\, wine\, sangrias and non-alcohol options available. Food available by Jimmy’s Burgers. \nLearn more at https://www.banderabrewery.com/events
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/bandera-brews-and-views/
LOCATION:Bandera Brewery\, 3540 State Hwy 16 South\, Bandera\, TX\, 78003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hill Country Eclipse
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SUMMARY:Bulverde - Comal County Water Talk: Managing our Groundwater
DESCRIPTION:From providing drinking water to sustaining our springs and rivers\, groundwater is the lifeblood of Comal County. In the last year\, we’ve seen drought threaten the health of our aquifers. At the same time\, growth in the county means more people will rely on groundwater than ever before. \nPlease join us for a presentation from Natalie Ballew\, Groundwater Division Director at the Texas Water Development Board\, to learn more about Comal County’s groundwater\, how it’s managed\, and how you can get involved. \nRSVP for this FREE event at http://bit.ly/comalgroundwater
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/bulverde-comal-county-water-talk-managing-our-groundwater/
LOCATION:Mammen Family Public Library\, 131 Bulverde Crossing\, Bulverde\, TX\, 78163\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Boerne - Riparian Workshop Series: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:2023 – 2024 Riparian Stewardship Workshop Series in Boerne\, TX\nJoin Hill Country Alliance and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for our three-part riparian series! This workshop series is tailored specifically to river- and creek-side landowners in the Hill Country and features Steve Nelle\, who literally and figuratively wrote the book on stewarding Texas riparian areas! It’s a great opportunity for local landowners to learn from topic experts on practices and hands-on skills that can help enhance and protect their properties and the river. This year’s series will take place at a beautiful family ranch on the Guadalupe River in Boerne\, TX. Please find details for parts 1-3 below. \nPart 1 is coming up this fall on October 21st! In the morning\, we will discuss riparian function\, hydrology\, stewardship\, and best practices; in the afternoon\, we’ll head outside for a site visit along the Guadalupe River to demonstrate riparian concepts and identify vegetation. Follow this link to view a full agenda for the day. \nPrice for full workshop series: $25\nIncluded with registration:\n\n   – Classroom and in-the-field guidance from top experts in riparian stewardship in the state\n   – Lunch\, drinks\, and snacks at workshops\n   – A copy of Your Remarkable Riparian: A Field Guide to Riparian Plants Found within Texas\n   – A copy of Your Remarkable Riparian: Owner’s Manual\n   – Printed educational resources about riparian planting techniques\, Grow Zones\, riparian health\, and more.\n   – A field observation notebook\n\nWorkshop Series Dates & Descriptions:\n\n\nPart 1 – October 21\, 2023 \n\nTime: 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM\nLocation: Boerne\, TX (Address and directions will be emailed to registrants prior to workshop)\nAt this full-day workshop\, participants will spend the morning learning about riparian function\, hydrology\, stewardship and best practices; in the afternoon\, we’ll head outside for a site visit along the Guadalupe River to demonstrate riparian concepts and identify vegetation. Click here to view the full workshop agenda for Part 1.\n\nPart 2 – February 3\, 2024 \n\nTime: 2:00 – 4:30 PM\nLocation: Same address as part 1 (Address and directions will be emailed to registrants prior to workshop)\nPart 2 of our riparian series is a hands-on field day in which participants learn about and practice plant identification and riparian planting techniques.  \n\nPart 3 – October 2024 (Date TBA) \n\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\nLocation: Same address as part 1 (Address and directions will be emailed to registrants prior to workshop)\nThis is the third and final part of our riparian workshop series. We will be heading out to the Pedernales riverside to assess different planting methods and species\, discuss riparian monitoring techniques\, and reflect on practices participants have implemented (or want to implement) in their own riparian areas.\n\nRegister for the series here!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/boerne-riparian-workshop-series-part-1/
LOCATION:Boerne\, TX
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Online – Hill Country Eclipse Lunch & Learn Series - Education and Outreach
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. \nKatie Raney\, Regional Interpretive Specialist for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department\, will be the featured subject matter expert for this Lunch and Learn session on Education and Outreach.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-hill-country-eclipse-lunch-learn-series-education-and-outreach/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Hill Country Eclipse
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SUMMARY:Canyon Lake - Film Showing of Deep in the Heart - CCCA Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nTuesday\, October 24\, 6:00-8:00pm\nTye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S Access Rd\, Canyon Lake\, TX 78133 \nFree public event \nProgram Description: \nDeep in the Heart is a visually stunning celebration of what makes Texas so unique –  its dramatic and diverse landscapes and remarkable wildlife found nowhere else. \nNarrated by Matthew McConaughey\, the film features stunning cinematography and an inspiring message that showcases our ability to destroy\, conserve\, and recover wildlife and the habitat we mutually depend on. Deep in the Heart aims to conserve our remaining wild places\, to show the connectivity of water and wildlife\, and to recognize Texas’ conservation importance on a continental scale. \nLearn more at https://www.comalconservation.org 
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/canyon-lake-film-showing-of-deep-in-the-heart-ccca-community-event/
LOCATION:Tye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S. Access Rd\, Canyon Lake\, TX\, 78133\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231026T083000
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED TO DECEMBER - Comfort - Grazing Workshop with Holistic Management International
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Due to inclement weather\, this event has been rescheduled to December 7. Click here to learn more!\nJoin Hill Country Alliance and Holistic Management International for a hands-on workshop at Roberts Ranch exploring how Holistic Planned Grazing can benefit the health and wealth of your operation.\nDate: October 26\, 2023 \nTime: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nPrice: $25 (scholarships available\, please email rachel@hillcountryalliance.org) \nTopics covered:\n\nReading the land for signs of ecosystem health and stressors and deciding on corrective action\nPractical pointers on the fundamentals of grazing planning\nTips and tools to guide your investment decisions\n\nFollow this link to view the full workshop agenda and register!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/comfort-grazing-workshop-with-holistic-management-international-2/
LOCATION:YMCA Roberts Ranch – Comfort\, TX
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231028T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231028T160000
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SUMMARY:New Braunfels - Family Expeditions - Native Plant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What: A introductory native plant workshop for youth ages 9-17 and a parent/guardian. \nWhen: October 28\, 2023 – 9 AM – 4 PM \nWhere: New Braunfels\, Texas \nWhy: Participants will learn alongside volunteers and mentors about prairie restoration\, the role of fire in our ecosystems\, citizen science\, and experience a variety of activities surrounding native plants. This will be a full day event. \nHow: Apply at: https://www.texas-wildlife.org/family-land-water-wildlife-expeditions/ \nCost: $50\, includes food and beverages.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/new-braunfels-family-expeditions-native-plant-workshop/
LOCATION:New Braunfels\, Texas\, New Braunfels\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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