Water

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 Dallas City Council will receive its second briefing about the Gas Drilling Task Force and its recommendations for the new city ordinance to govern fracking operations. Mayor Rawlings and Council members will hear presentations from those seeking to strengthen the proposed ordinance—and from others seeking to weaken it. Residents should attend to demonstrate support for protecting public health and our quality of life!

“Trashing Our Treasure” Photography Exhibit at Dallas City Hall, Main Lobby July 16-August 10, 2012

 Dallas, TX, July 15, 2012 – Shared FUEL, a Dallas-based sustainable nonprofit, today announced that “Trashing Our Treasure,” a photography exhibit of litter at White Rock Lake, will be displayed in the main lobby of Dallas City Hall from July 16 through August 10.  The event is free and open to the public.

Designed to educate, inform and motivate individuals to be aware of the environmental consequences of litter on our green public places, “Trashing Our Treasure” debuted during last year’s centennial celebration of White Rock Lake.  The exhibit focuses on unnatural predators, such as styrofoam, plastics, aluminum cans and glass, that accumulate along the shoreline, particularly during storm events, and encroach upon the area’s wildlife habitats.

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/ 

Blue Moon Paddle 7:30 - 10 p.m

Blue Moon Paddle: Join us by celebrating our August Blue Moon with a different type of Canoe Tour in the evening hours. This program will present new opportunities, like hearing beavers slap the water with their tails and seeing deer and raccoons. Canoes, paddles and lifejackets are provided.

Children must be 5 years or older. Parents must sign a liability waiver for minor children.

Some previous experience recommended. Registration ends preceding Tuesday or when filled. Maximum - 12 participants. Meet at Back Gate. Pre-registration required. $20 (includes admission fee)/MEMBERS $15.

Program registration may be accomplished via mail, telephone, or in person. Registrations for fee programs will not be considered confirmed until payment is received. Program fees are non-refundable and non-transferable except in the following circumstances:
 Program is cancelled by the Nature Center.
 Nature Center receives notice of cancellation 72 hours prior to scheduled program.
For more information or to register by phone, call 817-392-7410.

August 18, 9:00 a.m. Kayak Power River Trip. Registration required.

Kayak down the Elm Fork with KayakPower.com: 3rd Saturday of each month
Whether you’ve got lots of river time under your belt or have never set foot in a kayak, you’re welcome here! Kayak Power will provide equipment and instruction followed by a six-mile trip down the Elm Fork to a shuttle vehicle. Contact info@kayakpower.com or 214-669-1663 for information. Reservation required.

http://www.ias.unt.edu/llela/main.htm

Come join us for our 3rd Saturday of the month event. The LLELA Eco Tour.

9-10am Safety talk

10 am Paddles Wet.

Use PayPal to register or call [masked]. You can RSVP without pay up front, but we will need to collect either by Saturday or at the event.

Mountain View College Performance Hall (Building “E”)
4849 W. Illinois Avenue, Dallas, TX 75211
Saturday, September 22
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Click here for a location map and a list of area restaurants.

Landscape designer and author Bonnie Reese of Beautiful Landscapes will be the speaker at both sessions. The first 100 attendees at each session will receive a copy of Ms. Reese’s book, “Common Sense Landscaping” (hard copy or electronic version). Attendees can also enter a drawing for free bags of Green Sense organic fertilizer from Rohde’s Nursery and Nature Store.

Eastfield College-Pleasant Grove Campus – Community Room
802 S. Buckner Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75217
Saturday, August 18, 2012
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Did you know the average American home loses 14% of their water use to leaks? Attend our FREEworkshop to learn how you can perform do-it-yourself minor repairs to save water and help lower your water bill. Below are some of the topics that will be covered at the workshop:

• Checking for leaky toilets, faucets and hose bibs
• Replacing toilet flapper valves
• Fixing leaking faucets
• Installing faucet aerators and low-flow showerheads
• Water Conservation tips

Plumber Charlie Brown of GWS Services in Garland will be the instructor.

MAKING A RESERVATION

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