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Birding Trip to Mad Island

In February we have a trip planned to visit Mad Island Wildlife Management Area being led by TPWD's Brent Ortego. Mad Island has, for many years, held the nationwide record for most number of bird species seen during Christmas Bird Counts. Tours of the island are made by special reservations and we will be visiting on Saturday, February 25th.

Additionally, this weekend coincides with the Port Aransas Whooping Crane Festival. I will need to know how many people will be participating in this trip as soon as possible so I can reserve motel rooms and get us a spot on one of the boat tours to see the cranes. 

This trip will be limited to 12 participants and FWAS Chapter Only members will get first priority. Please email me as soon as possible to reserve your spot on this trip.
 

Search for Henslow's Sparrow - Nacogdoches

Please join us on a search for the elusive Henslow’s Sparrow that spends its winters in East Texas. We will be led by David and Mimi Wolf. Both David and Mimi have led tours for Victor Emanuel Nature Tours, and Mimi is an accomplished artist who has illustrated several bird books and has designed
t-shirts for many birding events in Texas, so we’ll be in the best of company! We’ll also see what other birds spend their winters in East Texas. 

We will travel to Nacogdoches on Friday afternoon birding along the way and meet with our leaders Saturday morning. If we don’t find our target bird on Saturday we’ll try again Sunday morning before heading back to the Metroplex.

Hotel accommodations have not yet been secured so more information will be posted on the FWAS website in the near future. This trip will be limited to 12 participants with FWAS Chapter-only members getting first priority.

Lake Grapevine Birding Trip - Southlake

Birding Field Trip with Ft Worth Audubon Society Members...

Leader: Ray Chancellor

Description: Ray will lead us on a nature walk along Walnut Grove and Bob Jones Parks. Waterfowl and wintering sparrows will be our focus. This ½ day trip will start at Walnut Grove Park. There will be lots of walking on uneven terrain.

Directions: From Hwy 114 in Southlake exit White Chapel Blvd. and travel north approximately 3 miles until the road dead-ends into a gravel parking lot. We’ll meet Ray at 8:30 AM.

Misc - Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions on the day of the trip. Sturdy shoes, sun and bug protection and water and snacks are all recommended.
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Mary Lee Johnson
VP-Field Trips
birder76051@yahoo.com
817-909-4207

Birding Trips & Tips - Ft Worth

Monthly Meeting of the Ft Worth Audubon Society, with an exciting and interesting members' presentation. 

Topic: Birding Trips & Tips

Presentators: Lee Snaples, Mary Lee Johnson, Glenda Keilstrup, Gail Morris, Phil Craighead, Jane Choun, Vicki Moore, Matt Mattingly, Jim Jones and Tom Haase.

Time: 7:30

Location:Room 100 in the Research & Education Building at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd at Montgomery.

Summary: Our own Audubon members will present on past trips to Costa Rica, Arizona and Maine. In addition, members will discuss how to plan for birding trips. Have you ever wanted to join a tour? Plan your own trip? Come and learn how to connect with nature and people through traveling!

Birding ID session at 6:50pm
Social Hour: 7:10-7:30pm

Wilderness Navigation Class - Dallas

Learn the fundamentals of finding your way in the wilderness in this two evening class. Among the subjects covered are: purchasing maps, how to read maps, how not to get lost, what to do if you do get lost, GPS, different kinds of compasses, and how to use your compass. If you have a compass, bring it to the class. If you don't have one, we will show you what to look for when you purchase one. The class will be held at the Dallas REI store (second floor program room). 4515 LBJ Freeway, north side, between Midway and Welch. This two-night class will start promptly each night at 6:30 PM and will finish at about 8:45 PM. The fee for the class is $15 for Sierra Club members and $20 for non-members (CASH or CHECK ONLY). No reservations are necessary; just show up. Contact: Bill Greer 972-964-1781(h)

 

 

Beginner Backpacking Class - Dallas

This class ideal for those who want to learn all about backpacking and for those who want to refresh your backpacking knowledge and skills. Topics include: wilderness ethics, outdoor clothing, boots, backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, cookware, food, preparing for a trip and even a short, late afternoon breakout session to discuss men's and women's outdoor 'issues'.  Instructors are experienced Dallas Sierra Club leaders. There will be time for questions and a hands-on look at outdoor gear. You will also have the opportunity to learn about, and sign up for, several beginner backpacking trips. Lunch of backpacking food is included. (Feel free to bring anything else you prefer to eat.) The fee is $20 for Sierra Club members and $30 for non-members (CASH or CHECK ONLY). No reservations are necessary, just show up. The class will be held at the Dallas REI store, 4515 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, TX 75244 (north side of LBJ between Welch and Midway). Please arrive by 10:15am to register and get settled. The class will begin promptly at 10:30 AM and end about 4:45pm PM. Handouts will be provided.

Trail Maintenance & Walk at Cedar Ridge Preserve - Dallas

Ready to help out this year? It's fun and its helpful to get out to the Cedar Ridge Preserve in Dallas to help upgrade some of the beautiful walking trails just south of Dallas. The address is 7171 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75249. Its a great morning workout, and the scenery is exceptional. No tools are required, (maybe gloves) just show up and be ready to lend a hand or two. We'll work from 9 AM to 12 or so, and then walk around the preserve and admire the wildflowers and fauna! Bring some water for sure. Its on Saturday the 21st of January 2012, and please see their website at www.audubondallas.org/cedarridge.html  for directions and info. Their number is 972-709-7784   See you then! If you wish to carpool, then let me know, and we'll arrange a meeting spot. Come on out and stay green, people!  Trip rated: Easy.

Backpack Buckeye Mtn Trail - AK

Hike one of the most scenic Wilderness trails in Arkansas in the Caney Creek Wilderness of west central Arkansas. Saturday we’ll enjoy the views from the ridgetop Buckeye Mountain Trail. This is a great trail to work on your map skills.  Sunday we’ll hike out along the creek bottoms of the Caney Creek Trail. If it's too late for Fall colors the leaves will be down and views will open up. This trip is rated moderate and would be suitable for beginners in good shape. Both days cover about 4 1/2 miles. Saturday includes an 800 foot uphill section. We'll camp Friday night near our cars, Saturday night near a nice little waterfall. Trip rated: Moderate. Leader: Bill Greer 972-247-0446

Beer & Bones: Under the Sea - Dallas

It's cold outside but it's perfect weather for "swimming" inside the Museum of Nature & Science! Beer & Bones: Under the Sea lets you dive into an after-hours, adults-only adventure. Explore our massive, 12,000 square foot traveling exhibit, Planet Shark: Predator or Prey, witness a shark dissection and meet creatures from Fair Park's very own Leonhardt Lagoon! For the first time during Beer & Bones, we're opening our IMAX® theater for a special viewing of Sharks at 8pm*. As always, we'll have food, a cash bar and music to put you in a beach-side state of mind. Advanced tickets: Member - $8 (Plus FREE Beer & Bones koozie) Non-member - $12 (Plus FREE Beer & Bones koozie) Walk-ups: Member - $10 Non-member - $15 *Additional ticket purchase required for IMAX® film, Sharks.

Managing Garden Wildlife - Grapevine

The Grapevine Garden Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month.

Social time begins at 9:30 a.m. and the program begins at 10:00.

Our meetings are open to anyone interested in learning and meeting other gardeners. 

Spring 2012 General Meeting Programs

Jan. 24 — Bonnie Bradshaw: Managing the wildlife in our gardens

Feb. 28 — Tim Doogs: Landscape lighting

March 27 — Charles Russ: Planting and growing irresistible irises

April 24 — Jeff Hall: Ten Myths of tree care and common tree problems

May Luncheon — date TBD

If you are interested in joining the Grapevine Garden Club or would like more information, please contact membership@grapevinegardenclub.com

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