Winter can be a little more difficult for birds to find food. Let us help them out a little bit and make some bird
feeders. When you stop by the Visitors’ Center, join us in making a feeder to take home. Supplement a bird’s diet and attract more birds to your backyard.  FREE (with paid admission).

Current Admission fees:

$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)

The Nature Center is a very large place and takes lots of dedication and hard work to maintain it. In addition to the space, we are affected by invasive and non-native plants outcompeting our native plants. Learn about the various invasive and non-native plants that have adversely affected the native flora and fauna and how we are trying to restore the ecological balance. $5 (with paid admission).

Current Admission fees:

$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)

November 22 & 23:

10 - 11:30 a.m.
1 - 2:30 p.m.

Enjoy an old-fashioned hayride to the bison range where you will get to see the bison up close as you assist staff with feeding the bison range cubes. We will also share our bison management practices and see the equipment necessary to care for these large animals. During the hayride, we will discuss the habitats represented at the Nature Center. Pre-registration required. $16 (includes admission)/ MEMBERS $8.

Every year birds migrate long distances to Texas in search of food. The severity of northern winters forces birds our way for the mild winters we have. Join us as we hike around the Nature Center and welcome some of these birds like Harris’ Sparrows, Ruby-crowned Kinglets and many species of waterfowl. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Current Admission fees:

$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)

Join in Dallas' celebration of the first national Food Day with a special screening at KERA of the documentary, "Nourish: Food + Community" and then join in energetic conversation with a panel of some of the most dedicated and passionate leaders in our growing local food community/movement. Sponsore by Net Impact DFW, CitySquare and Slow Money DFW.

Free.

7 Leaders in Sustainability share their personal journeys on the
“Road Less Travelled” and offer ideas for actions that each of us
can take in our lives to make a tangible and positive difference
in our lives, communities, and our world, TODAY!

Cocktail Reception from 5:00PM-6:00PM, sponsored by VEEV.

It is strongly recommended that you register for the event as soon as possible, as there is limited seating available and we anticipate a standing-room only crowd. 

For those who cannot attend, all of the presentations and speakers will be available for viewing/downloading after the event, so everyone will have access to the event after it is concluded.

Presented by
Matt Churches
City Forester - City of Arlington,
Certified Arborist/Utility Specialist/Municipal Specialist

Urban Forestry Effect, known as UFORE evolved from a recent study and refers to a computer model
that calculates the structure, environmental effects and values of urban forests.

The UFORE model was developed in the late 1990s by researchers at
the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service,
Northeastern Research Station in Syracuse, NY.

Join us for this fun, social happy hour where you'll meet quality professionals in the architecture, design, real estate, and construction industries. This happy hour is fully devoted to what you all do best... socializing and making connections.

This is a place to meet new people, trade business cards and make plans for one-on-one appointments outside the happy hour. This event has already produced amazing REAL opportunities for business between members.

Join us for casual networking, great drink specials and FREE appetizers! Bring a friend and lots of business cards.

When: Wed., October 19, 2011, 5-7 pm

Cost: FREE

Where: The Meddlesome Moth, 1621 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75207

Parking:  Complimentary valet available or on-street parking where available

Featuring

Leslie McKay of Green Pet

Sponsored by

EcoTuesday is a structured networking event for sustainable business leaders that takes place on the fourth Tuesday of each month in cities across the country. The overall vision of EcoTuesday is for business people to meet, share ideas and collaborate in order to develop products and services that have a positive impact on the marketplace and planet. Each month innovative speakers share their perspectives on current sustainability issues and trends, in addition to offering solutions that inspire the participants to continue their path.

The month of October's topic is Sustainable Animal Health and Nutrition with Leslie McKay of Green Pet!

FREE