Learn about geocaching, a scavenger/treasure hunt using GPS units. No equipment or experience needed. Wheelchair and stroller accessible. Free with cost of park admission: $7/ages 12 & up. Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 W FM 1382, Cedar Hill. Registration required, Michelle: 972-291-5940 or Michelle.Varnell@tpwd.state.tx.us.
More than 250 species have been reported at this 2,100-plus acre wetland. December visitors can expect to see a wide variety of birds, including numerous duck species, Ibis and White Pelicans. Sightings of Greater White Fronted Geese, Snow Geese, Bald Eagles, Barn Owls and Crested Caracaras are also possible.
$10/includes admission. Binoculars and field guides are available for use. Info: 972-474-9100 or contact@wetlandcenter.com
More than 250 species have been reported at this 2,100-plus acre wetland.
$10/includes admission. Binoculars and field guides are available for use. Info: 972-474-9100 or contact@wetlandcenter.com
Susybelle Gosslee, Advocacy Chair for the Dallas League of Women Voters, will be hosting a party at her home in North Dallas. Special appearance by Dallas' longest-serving City Council Member, Sandy Greyson, and a "Recycling Wish List" that guests will create to send in a letter to the North Pole. Come eat, drink and be merry! $25 minimum. Tickets include food from Celebration Restaurant and drinks from Salt Lick Cellars, Peticolas Brewery and Tito's Vodka. All proceeds will benefit Texas Campaign for the Environment!
Mariana and Scott Griggs—named Best City Council Member by the Dallas Observer—will be hosting a fundraising party at their home in North Oak Cliff. Tickets include food from Celebration Restaurant and drinks from Lakewood Brewing Company, Salt Lick Cellars and Tito's Vodka. All proceeds benefit Texas Campaign for the Environment. $25 minimum. Info: zac@texasenvironment.org.
Author Susan Allen Kline explains the evolution of Fort Worth’s public spaces from their late 19th century beginnings into the thriving parks we know today. Participants will learn about the personalities who influenced park development and the national trends that affected growth.
Kline, author of Fort Worth Parks, has successfully nominated 28 Fort Worth properties to the National Register of Historic Places.
Free.
Hike the 72-acre Meadow Preserve at the monthly open house. Free. Enter at gate on east side of Alma, south of Bethany. Info@ConnemaraConservancy.org.
The Many Faces People host a drum circle for peace and understanding. RSVP: 214-288-9935. PrayerWalker07@hotmail.com.
The city of Dallas is encouraging Dallas neighborhood groups to join in a citywide fall cleanup effort. The city will coordinate with participating groups to provide out-of-schedule trash collection for neighborhoods that choose to join in this special event. Register online or contact Strategic Customer Services at scs@dallascityhall.com or 214-670-5551 with questions.
Volunteers needed to plant seven tree groves in seven cities in memory of President John F. Kennedy. In an effort to offset the 301 million trees lost in 2011-2012 due to the drought, 2,000 trees are being planted as part of the Tree North Texas initiative. To volunteer, contact: Matt Grubisich @ 214-500-9557.
Below are the locations. The main kickoff is at Friendship Park around 10 a.m.
Dallas – Friendship Park – Map
Garland – Friendship Park – Map
Rowlett – Katy Park & Kenwood Heights Parks