Streams and Valleys host this annual fundraising run/walk. Followed by party.
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.
Todd Ethridge, Water Programs Coordinator at the Fort Worth Nature Center will speak on Trinity River: A Legacy Of Life. This program is an overview of the natural and cultural history of the Trinity River. Todd is an American Canoe Association certified kayak instructor and has been canoeing and kayaking for over 35 years. He has intimate knowledge of the Trinity River. The speaker is followed by refreshments and announcements. Socialize with members after the meeting at Gingerman. All are welcome.
The primary goal of sustainable architecture is to consume fewer resources. How can this be reconciled with a culture and economy that measures its vitality in terms of how quickly consumption can be grown?
Panelists: Benje Feehan, Assoc. AIA, bcWorkshop; Larry Good, FAIA, Good Fulton & Farrell; and Monica Heid, AICP, Community Projects Manager, Richardson.
Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the door.
Appetizers and drinks served.
Saving from a Rainy Day - Making a Rain Barrel
Tuesday, August 14, 2012 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Sponsor: Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Urban Solutions Center
Dr. Dotty Woodson, Extension Program Specialist - Water Resources will be teaching this class and will provide participants the opportunity to construct a 55 gallon rain barrel as well as discuss installing an efficient irrigation system. The rain barrel* is yours to take home!
Cost: $50.00 each barrel (covers cost of rain barrel and materials)
*Rain barrels measure 24 inches in diameter and 36 inches tall. Please bring a vehicle large enough to haul your rain barrel(s) home.
Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Center
Whitehurst Atrium
17360 Coit Road
Dallas, Texas 75252
Information and to register on-line at http://dallas.tamu.edu/
Are you watering wisely or irrigating irrationally? Do you have a sprinkler problem that has you scratching your head? Come to this event to learn about how to water your lawn, fix simple sprinkler repairs, and talk with vendors about the latest and greatest irrigation technologies.
Location: Environmental Education Center, 4116 W. Plano Parkway, Plano, TX 75093
SAT, August 18 9:30-11:00am
Cost: FREE
Registration required, to register please visit https://livegreeninplano.obsres.com/Info.aspx?EventID=3
Class meets at the Environmental Education Center, 4116 W, Plano Parkway, Plano 75093
MON, August 20 7:00pm-8:00pm
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Date: August 25
Time: 10:00 a.m. - noon
Cost: $75.00 per person; $67.50 per BRIT member
Pre-registration required: Register online or call Tammie Crole 817.332.4441
How to Make a Rain Barrel - July 28 & August 25: Learn how to construct a 55-gallon rain barrel that you will get to take home! You'll also learn how to install an efficient irrigation system and other ways to conserve water while maintaining a healthy landscape. Dr. Dotty Woodson of the Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Center will teach each class.
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Date: July 28 or August 25
Time: 10:00 a.m. - noon
Cost: $75.00 per person; $67.50 per BRIT member
Pre-registration required: Register online or call Tammie Crole 817.332.4441
2012 Fall Master Composter Class
6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Thursday, October 11
6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Friday, October 12
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, October 13
Training Locations (over three days):
Development Center (City Hall),
City Landfill, and Kirby Creek Nature Center
Pre-registration is required. Deadline is October 1.
$25 registration fee for Grand Prairie residents.
$40 registration fee for non-residents.
Participants will receive:
• Excellent training featuring nationally known instructor Larry Wilhelm
• Composting Book
• Compost Thermometer
• T-shirt and lunch on Saturday (October 13)
Class Registration (attendance at all three sessions highly recommended):
• Please call 972-237-8061 or email: composting@gptx.org
• Online registration available at www.gptx.org/composting