Bird and nature walks, tree and plant identification, and more
Grasshoppers are important to the balance of the prairie habitat. Learn about their natural history and search for the many species found across the Refuge. $5 (with paid admission).
This class will help teach the basics of bird watching. It is perfect for members of the public that like going for walks at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center and are interested in learning more about the birds that inhabit it. The class will be taught by Texas Master Naturalist and bird enthusiast Scott Kiester.
Info: Sarah.Luxton@CityofDenton.com or 940-349-8152
Join the White Rock Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas and native ecosystem expert Randy Johnson on a Walk and a Talk to explore some unique native plants that grow right here in our Blackland prairie at White Rock Lake Park.
6:30 p.m. Walk: Meetup at the 8050 Scout Hill Drive marquee at the Boy Scout Hill parking lot on the south side of Mockingbird Ln. at the southwest corner of Buckner and Peavy Rd.
Social: If you cant do the Walk, meetup at the recreation center at 6:45 PM for a social until the Talk at 7:15 - 8:45PM
This is the first chance for the public to photograph the Big Spring Landmark Conservation area since 2016. This is one of our Meetup favorite sites, and one of the Great Trinity Forest's most unique spots. We are hoping for a good wildflower year, too.
Details being finalized. See website for more info.
Meet at the parks playground area. Focus will be the creeks that run through the park. This park receives a tremendous amount of storm water, which brings a lot of trash with it. Gloves, bags and tools provided. Afterwards join us for a bite to eat and a beverage.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a guided hike through our canyon to relish the beauty of spring. While moms enjoy mimosas and a guided hike, kids work with our staff to create a nature-inspired Mother’s Day craft.
$15/per mom with up to 3 children. $3/per additional child.
Join Dana Wilson at Spring Creek Forest Preserve as she identifies spring blooming wildflowers along the trail.
Volunteers needed to help trim back privet from the trail. It is an invasive species that grows rapidly in the spring and can overwhelm the trail if not tamed back. Bring trimmers, gloves and water. Snacks and extra hand loppers available.
Dallas artist Art Garcia is adding to the enjoyment of the Connemara Meadow Nature Preserve this spring and summer with a sculpture exhibition, Human Nature, from May 6-Oct. 31.
Garcia’s collection of colorful steel sculptures representing the human form have been thoughtfully placed throughout the Meadow, which is open to the public daily from dawn to dusk on the border of Allen and Plano.
Reception: May 6, 1-3 p.m.