Bird & Nature Walks

A comprehensive update on trails along the river, new access points, Balanced Vision Plan lakes and features, soccer fields, flood risk reduction measures, new wetland habitat, parks new PGA golf course, the horse park and roads and much more. There will be time after the presentation for audience questions. 

Featuring:
Jill Jordan
Assistant Manager for the City of Dallas
Rob Newman
Director of the Trinity River Corridor Project for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District

http://westdallaschamber.com/pdfs/trinity-townhall-111313.pdf

Hike to see what's still blooming before our first frost and maybe spot some local animals. 

Volunteers needed to help tend wildflower and butterfly gardens, perform maintenance on soft surface trails and pick up litter. Info: friendsofosgray@ gmail.com

Join naturalist Ray Chancellor on fall morning walks to enjoy the changing bird species as we move through the fall season within the Bob Jones Nature Preserve. Bring binoculars. Free.

Guided night hike on the Redbud Trail. No flashlights necessary. Ages 5 and up. Registration required: 972-219-3930 or lisacole@unt.edu. $7.

More than 270 species of birds have been recorded in the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area’s forests, prairies, and marshes. Bird watchers of all skill levels are welcome to join our master birders as they guide visitors to birding locations at LLELA. $7/includes admission. Reservations requested: 972-219-3930 or 972-219-7980.

Annual holiday party to mingle with friends. Bring a dessert or appetizer to share. Drinks provided. There will be no formal program or speaker. This meeting is for socializing and enjoying a break from a busy holiday schedule.

Michael Smith of the Crosstimbers Connection Group will speak about Texas reptiles and amphibians-natural history and conservation. Socialize with members after the meeting at Gingerman, 3716 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth.

BRIT is open to the public on the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for public tours (beginning at 10:30 a.m.), exhibits, and self-guided tours of its LEED Platinum building.

Visitors may also explore the pocket prairie, geology wall, braided gardens and wetland area.

In addition, each First Saturday will feature a unique selection of programs and entertainment focused around a particular theme. These programs will include lectures, book chats, exhibits, classes / demonstrations, and more.

Free.

UPDATE: Cancelled due to inclement weather predictions.

BRIT is open to the public on the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for public tours (beginning at 10:30 a.m.), exhibits, and self-guided tours of its LEED Platinum building. In addition, each First Saturday features a unique selection of programs and entertainment focused around a particular theme. Free.

Nov. 2 - Stewardship Day

Learn first-hand how to “walk the walk” of the BRIT mission statement: conserving our natural heritage by deepening our knowledge of the plant world and understanding the value that plants bring to life.

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