Environment

Hosted by EcoTuesday, an important message to building/property owners and managers will be given by Lori De La Cruz, ABC, and the Vice President of Sustainability Education at U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce (Lone Star Chapter). This is also a networking opportunity to meet other people in the property/building industry and trades. Refreshments will be served. Please sign up ASAP to attend at: http://www.meetup.com... before registration fills up.

Women in the Environment (WE) is a group of dynamic women who are conquering the challenges of the environmental industries, such as recycling companies and co-ops, environmental law, sustainable building and remodeling for commercial and residential real estate, environmental engineering, landfill diversion techniques and sustainable marketing to name a few.

These women are active in many other organizations in the market and draw upon the expertise of their network to meet and exceed the expectations of the customers. You will be surrounded by a group of passionate professionals interested in driving business to you as a means of building awareness about the environmental industries that can positively impact our region.

WE facilitates meetings and tours throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth market at local recyclers and processors, higher education campuses, corporate headquarters, airports and manufacturing plants.

Stroll through the park visiting with vendors, artists and artisans who are building a greener city. Learn how to garden, attract honeybees, raise chickens, save energy, conserve water, protect our Trinity River and much more. Bring the kids for hands-on activities and teaching opportunities.

Join us for our annual celebration of insects! Enjoy displays of live and pinned insects, family friendly activities, butterfly house tours, crafts and more. Note the later date to accomodate for cooler weather! Included with admission.

Science Saturdays are held the first weekend of every month and feature numerous events hosted by BRIT’s botanists. Botanists are on hand to answer questions and to identify those mysterious plants that grow in the backyards of Tarrant and Dallas counties that prompt homeowners to ask, “What the heck is this?”

There are many beautiful trees, wildflowers and grasses growing on the BRIT landscape. BRIT botanists and naturalists will share information about these plants and why they are here. To beat the heat, the program is held indoors and outdoors. Held the second Saturday of the month.

Streams and Valleys host this annual fundraising run/walk. Followed by party.

Learn the fundamentals of finding your way in the wilderness in this two-evening class. Among the subjects covered are: purchasing maps, how to read maps, how not to get lost, what to do if you do get lost, GPS, different kinds of compasses and how to use your compass. If you have a compass, bring it to the class. If you don't have one, we will show you what to look for when you purchase one. The fee for the class is $15 for Sierra Club members and $20 for non-members (CASH or CHECK ONLY - NO CREDIT CARDS). Handout included. Bring water bottle and writing utensil if you want to take notes. No reservations are necessary; just show up.

This class is ideal for those who want to learn all about backpacking and those wanting to refresh your backpacking knowledge and skills. Topics include: outdoor clothing, boots, backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, cookware, food, wilderness ethics, preparing for a trip and even a short, late afternoon breakout session to discuss men's and women's outdoor 'issues'. Instructors are experienced Dallas Sierra Club leaders. There will be time for questions and a hands-on look at outdoor gear. You will also have the opportunity to learn about, and sign up for, several beginner backpacking trips. Lunch of backpacking food is included. (Feel free to bring anything else you prefer to eat.) Handouts will be provided. PLEASE BRING a writing utensil and your water bottle. The fee is $20 for Sierra Club members and $30 for non-members (CASH or CHECK ONLY - NO CREDIT CARDS). No reservations are necessary, just show up.

Gailon Hardin, Master Gardener and past president of the Native Plant Society of North Texas, will speak on native plants for your home landscape. She will offer advise on what plants to use in shade or sun suited to our north Texas climate. As water restrictions increase across our cities, plants selection for our landscape is critical. The speaker is followed by refreshments and announcements. Socialize with members after the meeting at Gingerman.