Wildlife

Ephemera: Winged Creatures of Texas, a new show by Fort Worth-based artist and environmentalist Billy Hassell, will grace the walls of the Madeline R. Samples Exhibit Hall. The expressive paintings, watercolors and other works on paper featured in this exhibit employ a colorful graphic style and explore the interrelationships of native plants and the birds and insects they support. 

Opening reception: Saturday, Sept. 6, 6pm to 8pm.  

Free.  More on Billy Hassell.

Donations can be made 6 a.m. to midnight to more than 1,600 certified nonprofits listed on www.NorthTexasGivingDay.org, including 56 local environmental advocacy groups. Donations of $25 and above will be amplified by $2 million in bonus funds and prizes.

See link for list of green North Texas nonprofits that are participating:

 https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/#npo-category/environment

Dale Edelbaum of the Dallas Sierra Club will share stories and photos of his 17-day dory boat trip down the Grand Canyon, covering 221 miles from Lees Ferry to Diamond Creek. Along the way, the river ranged from smooth drifting to enormous rapids. Dale camped along the river and hiked many side canyons. His pictures are enchanting and set to music. The speaker is followed by refreshments and announcements.

Join us on the 3rd Saturday of every month to walk the John Bunker Pond Trail. Learn about the natural and cultural history of the area as we walk this 1.8 mile loop trail. Free.

Info:  972-474-9100 or contact@wetlandcenter.com

Monthly meeting of the Dallas chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas.

Bumblebees are declining worldwide in part due to the habitat changes associated with urban sprawl. However, establishing and maintaining urban green spaces may help to attenuate those declines. This presentation will discuss ongoing research about the use of urban green spaces by bumblebees in Denton County.

Speaker Bio - Jessica Beckham is a PhD student in environmental science at the University of North Texas. Her research involves a multidisciplinary approach to studying the bumblebees of northeast Texas. In particular, she is interested in finding ways that humans and bees can coexist. 

Volunteers remove invasive plants, restore trails and work in the butterfly garden. We'll provide water, snacks, gloves and tools. Wear sturdy boots or shoes with good ankle support. Bring sun screen and bug repellent. 

Info: Rose Mercer rose_mercer@yahoo.com

If you are new to bee keeping or are thinking about it, this class is for you. Responsible for 1 in every 3 bites of food, our pollinators are in decline and in need of human helpers. Join the Texas Honeybee Guild and learn the difference between bee "havers" and bee "keepers," bee biology, natural beekeeping and bees in the urban vs. rural settings. Discover how permacuture principles influence colony placement, the use of top bar hives, essential oil applications & holisitc hive management. Create your own pollinator portfolio of diverse plant species. Cost includes hive observation and take home bee care package

Cost: $15, $10 for members.
RSVP required: 972-474-9100 or LDunn@WetlandCenter.
Lunch will be available for purchase or bring your own - there are no vending machines at the Wetland Center.

Help remove invasive plants that are growing by leaps and bounds with the warm weather. Bring work gloves, sun hats and sun protection, water, and your favorite tools for weeding.

Info: Marcie Haley marcieh@gmail.com or 214-535-9373

Help remove invasive plants that are growing by leaps and bounds with the warm weather. Bring work gloves, sun hats and sun protection, water, and your favorite tools for weeding.

Info: Marcie Haley marcieh@gmail.com or 214-535-9373

Enjoy displays of live and pinned insects, family friendly activities, butterfly house tours, crafts and more. Included w/ admission: $8. Discount for kids and seniors.