Environment

Bonnie Bowman will speak on the O.S. Gray Natural Area Management Plan. Free.

Bird identification for beginners. $15. Register: 469-526-1980 or dcac@audubon.org.

A North Texas expert on Compressed Earth Blocks (CEB), Stuart van Nus, shares his knowledge of this building mode. Free.

Event supports the Dallas chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers's  wildlife conservation efforts, including Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, International Rhino Foundation and Actions for Cheetahs in Kenya.

Cost: $20, $15/in advance. Includes a $10 Arcade Game Card and a choice of two of the following: 1 hour of bowling, 1 round of miniature golf, 1 game of lazer tag or 1 round of rock climbing.

To purchase tickets in advance, visit http://bit.ly/10SOmG1. Contact: DallasZooAAZK@DallasZoo.com. 

Take dad camping where everyone has an outdoor adventure and he doesn’t have to set up camp. Parents and children ages 7 and up will be led through the fascinating world of animals with activities, special talks, tours of the Zoo, live animal encounters and a special morning monorail Safari ride.

 For more information, visit the Dallas Zoo’s Education department online or email Education@DallasZoo.com. $45-$50.

Exploring the mysteries of the universe while sipping on a signature cocktail. Social Science programs feature:

• Dynamic performances
• Sneak peeks of current research and inventions with guest scientists
• Unique demonstrations
• Exclusive talks and discussions with experts
• Hands-on experiments and creations
• Cash bars, signature cocktails and cool brews

Must be 21 or older. $15.

Learn about this environmental remediation services provider as part of WE's ongoing networking and educational opportunities for DFW women interested in environmental fields and issues. $15-$35. See website for tour info.

Part of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History's ongoing series PUBlic Knowledge, featuring speakers on various topics in local venues. This month, Don Kessler, formerly of NASA, will speak about the threat of orbiting debris, in conjunction with the Omni-IMAX Theater film Space Junk. Free.

• Hydroponics techniques and systems
• Nutrients and media
• Pest control and prevention
• Advantages and disadvantages of hydroponics