Allen Public Library: Film Screening 'Green Fire' - Allen
Screening of the documentary Green Fire about environmentalists Aldo Leopold, who shaped the U.S. National Parks environmental policy. Free. Info: 214-509-4911
Wildlife
Wildlife management, issues, support, and rehabilitation
Clean Eco Meetup - Dallas
Regular gathering with representatives from local environmental groups. Topics to be discussed at meeting:
• Trinity Toll road and upcoming deadline for comments
• "Earth, Wind, and Fire Energy Summit" - new details on speakers and more re: this fall Energy conference
• Keystone pipeline - report on the the DC "Reject and Protect" event, updates on Julia Trigg Crawford and more
• Boy Scout Hill at White Rock - what's new with this develop putting a restaurant at the park?
• Fracking, earthquakes and disposal wells - what was discussed at the hearing in Austin -- the SMU study and where it is today
RSVP if you are coming so organizer can gauge handouts. The public and all environmental groups are welcome to attend and talk about what they are working on.
Info: Rita Beving, Dallas Sierra Club, 214-557-2271 or antiquerita@aol.com.
Fort Worth Nature Center: Texas Whooper Watch - Fort Worth
Whooping Cranes winter down in Port Aransas, but less is known about their locations during the migration process. Learn how to become Whooper Watchers and help scientists locate stopover sites for these birds of peril. Pre-registration required. Free with paid admission.
Fort Worth Nature Center: Herp Walk - Fort Worth
Join Crosstimbers Connection for a walk to discover the reptiles and amphibians of the Refuge. We will look for such species as green tree frogs, skinks, water snakes, and slider turtles and learn about how they live. We will try to get close enough for detailed observation and talk about how to look for them and photograph them. Best for ages 7 through adult. FREE (with paid admission).
Fort Worth Nature Center: Snakes of Tarrant County - Fort Worth
Learn what snakes live in Tarrant County. Join members of the Dallas-Fort Worth Herpetological Society as they answer your questions and allow you to view these snakes in a safe manner. It is a great opportunity to learn about one of the most misunderstood groups of animals living in our area. Hours: Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun & Mon 9:15am-3pm. Free with paid admission.
City of Plano: Smart Yards for North Texas - Plano
Choosing Texas-friendly plants that are well-adapted to our area and weather conditions makes a big difference in the success of your landscape. Learn about soil preparation, which plants work best in our clay soil and our North Central Texas climate. After the talk, stroll through the teaching garden to see the drought-tolerant, native plants up-close. Free.
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Center: Stars on the Prairie - Lewisville
Explore the wonders of the night sky. Registration required: Erin Taylor at 972-219-3930 or erin.taylor@unt.edu.
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UU Church of Oak Cliff: Film Screening 'Blockadia Rising: Voices of the Tar Sands Blockade' - Dallas
Blockadia Rising: Voices of the Tar Sands Blockade is an hour-long documentary film written, edited and narrated by Garrett Graham, an active participant of the Tar Sands Blockade, a grassroots effort to stop the tar sands pipeline. Features exclusive video footage shot by the blockaders themselves during the course of more than six months of sustained resistance.
The screening is free.
READ MORE: garrettgraham.org/tag/blockadia-rising/
Moonlady: Moundbuilders - Denison
Hear Green Source DFW columnist Amy "Moonlady" Martin talk about moundbuilders. Afterward explore the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge.
Women in the Environment: John Bunker Sands Wetlands Tour - Fort Worth
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center’s mission is to both educate the public and provide research opportunities in the areas of water quality and supply, wildlife management and wetland systems.
WE will tour a section of property. Wear appropriate shoes and clothing. A light lunch will be hosted by Tricia Holderman at her home next door after the tour. Cost: Free/members, $5/nonmembers. For carpool information, call 214-340-0117.