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SUMMARY:Online - Globe at Night Citizen Science Campaign
DESCRIPTION:For Hill Country Night Sky Month\, we are encouraging you to become citizen scientists by using your naked eye to measure sky brightness caused by light pollution for the monthly Globe at Night Citizen Science Campaign! \nOur goal is to get 100 measurements! \nFor this campaign\, you have two\, 10 -day windows from September 24th-October 3rd and October 24th-November 2nd when the moon will not interfere with measurements. Go outside at night an hour and a half after sunset and use the Globe at Night webapp to find constellations to help you measure the sky brightness in your area.
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/online-globe-at-night-citizen-science-campaign-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events,Night Sky Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Travis County Friends of the Night Sky":MAILTO:info@traviscountynightsky.org
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SUMMARY:Dripping Springs - Star Party at Dripping Springs Ranch Park
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the wonders of the night sky with the City of Dripping Springs at Ranch Park! Join us for an evening of celestial wonders\, stargazing\, and fun. Bring a chair and enjoy an up-close view of the stars and constellations above. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night under the stars!
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/dripping-springs-star-party-at-dripping-springs-ranch-park/
LOCATION:Dripping Springs Ranch Park\, 1042 Event Center Dr\, Dripping Springs\, TX\, 78620\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events,Night Sky Month
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SUMMARY:Online - Become a Sustaining Neighbor and join the Hill Country Alliance Year End Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Become a Sustaining Neighbor by 11/29 and join our year end party on 12/6!\nClick here to become a Sustaining Neighbor at the $20/month level and receive your free gift! \nYou may have heard that the Hill Country Alliance is celebrating 20 years of working to protect our region’s incredible open spaces\, starry night skies\, clean and abundant waters\, and unique character. To celebrate this milestone\, we invite you to join us as a Sustaining Neighbor! Sustaining Neighbors give a set donation every month to support our programs and operations. When you make a recurring donation of at least $20 per month\, you’ll not only help us continue our work\, but you’ll also receive a special thank-you gift. As a token of our appreciation\, we’ll send you a limited-edition tote bag featuring a stunning hand-drawn scene of the Hill Country. Hurry—quantities are limited\, so be sure to claim yours while supplies last! \nIn addition to receiving the special tote bag\, all Sustaining Neighbors are invited to our end-of-year celebration on Friday\, December 6 with Lake | Flato – a special gathering you won’t want to miss! \nThis reception is a great opportunity for HCA’s supporters to connect (or reconnect) with HCA board\, staff and Hill Country champions from across the region. HCA is celebrating our 20th anniversary year\, and it is thanks to you and your generous support that we are able to protect the lands\, waters\, communities\, and night skies of our region for future generations. Thank you\, for all you do! \nTo become a Sustaining Neighbor simply go to our donations page\, enter your donation amount\, and select “Make this a recurring donation.”
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/sustainingneighbor-promo24/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Country Alliance":MAILTO:info@hillcountryalliance.org
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SUMMARY:Hempstead - Increasing Profitability through Adaptive Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Join Small Producers Initiative (SPI)\, Understanding Ag and Menke Farm & Ranch in an on-farm workshop focused on restoring and enhancing soil health using regenerative agriculture principles! \nWe’ll tour the Menke’s 6th generation ranch and hear first-hand the challenges and successes of how a 3k acre ranch transitioned from expensive inputs to sustainable grazing methods that naturally enhance soil and grass health. \nLed by experienced ranchers from Understanding Ag and Menke Farm & Ranch\, this event is perfect for producers of all levels that are seeking practical\, effective solutions. \nThis experiential field day will include a ranch tour\, demos\, hands-on activities. \nLEARN HOW TO: \n· Restore vibrant ecosystems through adaptive grazing \n· Build resiliency into your ranch\, reduce inputs and increase profitability \n· Harness the power of observation \n· Increase species diversity\, forage quantity and forage quality \n· Select the correct species for your environment \n  \nCost: $40 \nLunch Provided \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/hempstead-increasing-profitability-through-adaptive-grazing/
LOCATION:Menke Farm and Ranch\, Inc.\, 19341 Farm to Market 359\, Hempstead\, TX\, 77445\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Spicewood - Spicewood Starry Skies Star Party at Pace Bend Park (Tournament Point)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable star party and explore the marvels of the night sky! Experience the wonder and awe of stargazing alongside local astronomers from the Austin Astronomical Society and Reimers Observatory\, who will share their knowledge and insights. Engage in hands-on activities with the Travis County Parks Foundation\, making the event fun for all ages. Learn about the importance of night sky preservation and how you can do your part in combatting light pollution with members from Spicewood Starry Skies and Hill Country Alliance. Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow enthusiasts and deepen your appreciation for the universe above! \nHosted by Spicewood Starry Skies in Partnership with Travis County Parks Foundation\,\nHill Country Alliance\, Austin Astronomical Society\, Reimers Observatory\, and Travis County Parks Department. \nThis is an all-ages event! Come dressed for cool weather and bring a camp chair\, a reusable water bottle\, a red flashlight (extra red mylar will be available if needed)\, and your sense of curiosity! \nThe event is free; however\, guests are responsible for paying park entrance fees upon arrival\, and park fees are CASH ONLY!\nFree – ages 12 and under\n$5/person – ages 13-61\n$3/person – ages 62 & up \nFor more information\, driving directions\, and to register\, visit: https://bit.ly/SpicewoodStarParty
URL:https://hillcountryalliance.org/event/spicewood-spicewood-starry-skies-star-party-at-pace-bend-park-tournament-point/
LOCATION:Pace Bend Park\, 2805 Pace Bend Road North\, Spicewood\, TX\, 78669\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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