FW Nature Center: Skulls - Fort Worth
Investigating and studying skulls can tell you a lot about willdife. Learn about what they eat, how well they hear and other interesting facts about them. Held at 1 p.m. & 2 p.m. Free with paid admission.
Bird & Nature Walks
Bird and nature walks, tree and plant identification, and more
FW Nature Center: Drawing at the Boadwalk - Fort Worth
Stress-free drawing lesson at the boardwalk. Previous drawing skills are helpful but not required. Bring some #2 pencils, a few tissues, eraser and a sketchbook if you have one. Recommended for ages 14 years and up. Free with paid admission.
FW Nature Center: Turtle Watch - Fort Worth
Attend this citizen science program to learn how to monitor turtle populations. Learn which species are being monitored and why. Bring a clipboard, a pencil, camera and GPS if you have one. Program half indoors, half outdoors. Dress for the weather and bring water. Pre-registration required. Deadline to register is May 24. Free with paid admission.
Dallas Sierra Club - Texas Wildlife Conservation & Storm Water - Dallas
John Davis of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept will talk about what the future holds for Texas' wildlife. In addition, the Dallas Stormwater Management Outreach Department will describe what storm water is, how it is regulated, the primary sources of pollution of storm water in Dallas, what the city of Dallas does to protect it, and what private citizens can do. Contact: Kirk Miller, 972-699-1687 or KirkMiller@DallasSierraClub.org.
Texas Land Conservancy: National Trails Day Work Day - Oak Cliff
Join the Texas Land Conservancy for a day of volunteering and guided hiking at this 120-acre preserve, featuring 8 miles of trails. Bring water and work gloves and pruning tools (loppers or handsaws) if you have them. Children over 12 welcome with adult. Park along Pierce street. From Pierce street, turn into the entrance for Primrose Oaks Apartments. The entrance to OCNP will be on your right. Meet just past the gate in the dirt lot. RSVP to Rachael: rachael@texaslandconservancy.org or 512-301-6363.
International Society of Arboriculture: Texas Tree Climbing Competition - Plano
Top tree climbers in the state compete. Winners go on to international contest. See schedule on website. Contact: Kevin Bassett C: 972-877-0358, kbassett@arborilogical.com
REI: Camp Cooking Basics for Backpackers - Dallas
Learn about equipment (stoves, cook sets & fuel), planning and preparation. Free.
REI: Backpacking Basics - Dallas
Overview of planning, preparation and gear. Free.
Authors Michael Sandler & Jessica Lee: Barefoot Walking, Hiking and Earthing - Dallas
Authors Michael Sandler and Jessica Lee of Barefoot Running: How to Run Light and Free by Getting in Touch with the Earth and founders of RunBare.com will show how barefoot walking and hiking can help you reconnect to the earth and become stronger of body, mind and sole. Free.
REI & Groundwork Dallas: National Trails Day - Dallas
REI and Groundwork Dallas host clean up and trail maintenance day around Fish Hole Lake, which is part of the Elm Fork Green Belt Park project. Lunch will be provided afterwards and participants get a REI T-shirt. Free. Contact Renee for directions: 972-490-5989 or RShippe@REI.com.