An environmental group or organization
Each Sunday in February and March, volunteers are invited to help restore this native prairie. Come help make seed balls, remove invasive plant species, plant native grasses and more.
Info: danawilson59@yahoo.com. Note: This activity will be cancelled on rainy days.
Why is home energy performance (both the need for and source of energy) important and who thinks so? What's likely to be inefficient, unhealthy, or dangerous in homes that most people don't know about or underestimate? Why is it important, and what's the best way to prioritize and implement energy upgrades and retrofits for existing homes prior to installing active solar or wind? Do "green homes" sell faster or for more money? What are some examples of progress and challenges as the residential market transforms to green building/retrofitting in North Texas? Presenter is Beth Johnson, green realtor. Free.
Learn keys to bird identification, how to choose a field guide, optics and more in two-part program. Free.
Refuge manager Kathy Whaley will present a program on bluebirds, discussing the bluebird trails at the Refuge and how to attract and provide for bluebirds. Free.
Try out a variety of telescopes, look at planets, constellations and stars and chat with astronomers from the Fort Worth Astronomical Society. S’mores and hot chocolate provided. Bring a lawn chair. Info: friendsofosgray@gmail.com
JBS partners with the Perot Museum of Science and Natural History for this family event. With little to no light pollution, the wetlands are a great place to see the winter night sky. The Wetland Center will be open for those who need to warm up. Telescopes and binoculars will be available. $10. RSVP required: 972-474-9100 or ldunn@wetlandcenter.com.
Volunteers needed the third Saturday of each month (except June, July, August & December) to help plant, mulch and weed nursery trees. Wear closed toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Water, safety glasses tools provided. Info: Tyler Wright, tyler@texastreesfoundation.org
Volunteers needed the third Saturday of each month (except June, July, August & December) to help plant, mulch and weed nursery trees. Wear closed toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Water, safety glasses tools provided. Info: Tyler Wright, tyler@texastreesfoundation.org
Arbor Day event, Earth Day celebration and a home and garden show featuring more than 70 booths with tree and plant sales, gardening products, landscaping services and home improvement items.
There will also be resources and information for individuals looking to improve their home and community, with an emphasis on sustainable or "green" practices and local, Denton-based businesses.
Also there will be children’s environmental exhibits and activities, a live TRASHion Runway show, live music, educational workshops and festival foods. Free.
Gathering for eco-minded folks. Info: Eduardo Hope, dallasgreendrinks@yahoo.com