Odonates (Dragonflies and Damselflies)

Following a brief Elm Fork Chapter business meeting, Michael Fox, a well know local nature photographer will give a presentation on Odonates. Mr. Fox will discuss the history and anatomy of Odonates and talk about the differences between Dragonflies and Damselflies. He will also provide tips on how to observe them, including the best times and... Read More →

Turtle-y Texas: Exploring Sea Turtles in the Lone Star State

Did you know that Texas has a state turtle? It’s the Kemp’s ridley! Texas Sea Grant and the Inland Ocean Coalition’s North Texas Chapter invite you to enjoy an afternoon dedicated to sea turtle conservation on Tuesday August 25th at 2pm CST, to learn more about sea turtle species found in Texas, citizen science opportunities... Read More →

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Texas Master Naturalist Program’s Virtual Volunteer Fair

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Our volunteers are ready to volunteer!  Our Texas Master Naturalist Volunteers are dedicated to natural resource conservation work, but as a result of this year’s extreme circumstances our members have been severely limited in conducting many of their typical outreach, technical guidance and community stewardship service projects. Thus also severely limiting their ability to obtain their required... Read More →

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Here come the Monarchs!

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Monarch migration is underway to the north and it won't be long before we begin seeing them drifting overhead, stopping on frostweed, cowpen daisies and other wildflowers, fattening up for their winter stay in the mountains of Mexico. To help prepare yourself for this annual fall spectacle, join Texas Nature Trackers Biologist Craig Hensley for... Read More →

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“Your Ash is on the Line”

Following a short Elm Fork Chapter business meeting, Michele Rawleigh will present "Your Ash is on the Line". Michele is an Elm Fork Chapter member, a Citizen Forester and a Master Gardener.  She will discuss ash tree ID and focus on the invasive emerald ash borer.  She will show the distribution of emerald ash borer... Read More →

Rodenticides and the effects on Owls and other Predators

After the November Chapter meeting for the Elm Fork Chapter, Tracy Cassidy, veterinary technician, will present Rodenticides and the effects on Owls and other predators.  Please note her presentation will not begin before 10:15 Direct meeting link (no registration required): https://zoom.us/j/98036782717?pwd=RW1xbFNodWppVTJCWXBrOVRpZXBzQT09    

ALL ABOUT TREES: Designing landscapes with trees in mind

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Join us for a conversation in science-based practices that demonstrate the connections between healthy trees in a natural landscape and trees not thriving due to improper selection, placement, care, and maintenance. Trees are some of the easiest (and most sustainable) ways to make a landscape more vibrant and welcoming. Planting the right tree for the... Read More →

Event Series #TMNTuesdays

#TMNTuesdays

On the Second Tuesday of each month at the noon hour (12PM Central Standard Time), the TMN State Office will offer an hour-long virtual advanced training event (sometimes including some fantastic new and returning guest speakers). More information about each of these monthly events can be found on the #TMNTuesday website - https://txmn.tamu.edu/tmntuesdays/ Registration is FREE... Read More →

Event Series #TMNTuesdays

#TMNTuesdays

On the Second Tuesday of each month at the noon hour (12PM Central Standard Time), the TMN State Office will offer an hour-long virtual advanced training event (sometimes including some fantastic new and returning guest speakers). More information about each of these monthly events can be found on the #TMNTuesday website - https://txmn.tamu.edu/tmntuesdays/ Registration is FREE... Read More →

LBJs: Native Sparrows Across Texas

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Texas is home to more than 25 species of native sparrows, and this is a great time to get out and look for them before they head back north for the breeding season. Join Texas Nature Trackers Biologist Craig Hensley for a look at this diverse group of songbirds. You'll learn not only how to... Read More →

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