Arlington Conservation Council: Prairie Hike - Arlington
Spring prairie walk led by Master Naturalist Jim Varnum. See native wildflowers, butterflies, birds, gilgai and more on this rare remnant of blackland prairie.
For directions, see:
Bird & Nature Walks
Bird and nature walks, tree and plant identification, and more
Fort Worth Prairie Park: Mother's Day Hike - Fort Worth
Hike, explore on your own or sit and watch the sunset. Bring a picnic (no alcohol) and a blanket.
Connemara Conservancy: "The Land" - Allen
A special two-night only performance of David Marquis’ play "The Land." Bring a picnic and a blanket or lawn chairs to share this fabulous story with the gorgeous meadow as the backdrop. Suitable for ages 13 and up. $10.
Dallas Parks Foundation: Confab - Dallas
The Dallas Parks Foundation is hosting a conversation about public spaces, hiking & biking and recreation. Get an inside look at progress taking place in the city, with featured topics including:
O.S. Gray Natural Area Work Day - Arlington
Join Friends of OS Gray Natural Area and the Arlington Parks Dept for this spring cleanup. Bring work gloves and your favorite shovel, gardening tools or litter picker upper. Water and snacks will be available. Info: friendsofosgray@gmail.com.
Promise of Peace Garden: Garage Sale - Dallas
Fundraising garage sale for the Promise of Peace nonprofit community garden. Donations accepted. Contact: Elizabeth at ejdry54@yahoo.com
Dallas Young Sierrans: Cedar Ridge Trail Maintenance - Dallas
This is the Young Sierrans first event for 2013. Help upgrade some of the preserve's beautiful walking trails. No tools are required (maybe gloves). Bring water and snacks. See website for directions: http://www.audubondallas.org/cedarridge.html.
Nature Conservancy: Clymer Meadow Wildflower Tour - Celeste
This 1,400-acre preserve contains one of the last remnants of the Blackland Prairie. Catch a glimpse of many rare plant species or enjoy birdwatching. Pack a picnic lunch and bring the whole family. Contact: Jim Eidson, 903 568-4139 or jeidson@tnc.org.
Friends of OS Gray Natural Area: Geocaching 101- Arlington
The Friends of O.S. Gray Natural Area and members of Southwest Arlington Geocachers host Geocaching 101. Info: friendsofosgray@gmail.com
Texas Discovery Gardens: Fangs! - Dallas
See over a dozen live native Texas snakes and other reptiles and learn about their benefits to our ecology. The indoor event will also feature educational booths, crafts and other reptiles. $4-$8.