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Evgenia Spears,PhD (Lone Star Chapter Sierra Club\u2019s Water Program Coordinator and creator of the Water for the People & the Environment Committee) will discuss the myriad of water issues that the diverse state of Texas is facing right now. From mushrooming data centers, drought, climate change, and numerous other water related crises facing residents, it\u2019s now more important than ever to engage and advocate for water conservation, cleanliness, and tougher environmental standards.<\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-02-10T19:00:00","end":"2026-02-10T20:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Wild Ones: From Wasteland to Wonder - Online","id":"1-0","eid":"27196","url":"\/events\/wild-ones-wasteland-wonder-online","des":"

Much of the suburban and urban landscape is managed in ways that undermine soil health, water systems, biodiversity, and long-term resilience. Forests are cleared, grasslands become lawns, and chemicals are used to maintain systems that require constant effort with little return.<\/p>

In this webinar, Basil Camu offers a hopeful, practical alternative, drawing on two decades of experience through Leaf & Limb to show how working with natural systems can heal land, reduce maintenance, and build healthier, more resilient landscapes.\ufeff
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This webinar will be recorded and shared with registrants after the live premiere<\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-02-18T18:00:00","end":"2026-02-18T19:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Friends of Tandy Hills Natural Area: Birding Walk - Fort Worth","id":"2-0","eid":"27193","url":"\/events\/friends-tandy-hills-natural-area-birding-walk-fort-worth","des":"

Tom Stevens spent nine months in 2007, studying the birds at Tandy Hills Natural Area as part of his college thesis. He ID'd about 100 species of birds here, making him THE expert on our bird population. 19 years later, he will lead a birding hike at Tandy Hills in a free event. Bring your binoculars. RSVP at info@tandyhills.org. <\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-02-15T09:00:00","end":"2026-02-15T10:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Great Backyard Bird Count: Feb. 13-15 - Worldwide","id":"3-0","eid":"27192","url":"\/events\/great-backyard-bird-count-feb-13-15-global","des":"

Each February, for four days, the world comes together for the love of birds. Over these four days we invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them to us. These observations help scientists better understand global bird populations before one of their annual migrations.<\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-02-13T07:00:00","end":"2026-02-15T23:45:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Greater Fort Worth Sierra Club Environmental Book Club: 'The Hidden Life of Trees' - Arlington","id":"4-0","eid":"27191","url":"\/events\/greater-fort-worth-sierra-club-environmental-book-club-hidden-life-trees-arlington-0","des":"

Discuss The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate: Discoveries from a Secret World <\/em>by Peter Wohlleben.<\/p>

Peter Wohlleben shares his deep love of woods and forests and explains the amazing processes of life, death, and regeneration he has observed in the woodland and the amazing scientific processes behind the wonders of which we are blissfully unaware. Much like human families, tree parents live together with their children, communicate with them, and support them as they grow, sharing nutrients with those who are sick or struggling and creating an ecosystem that mitigates the impact of extremes of heat and cold for the whole group. As a result of such interactions, trees in a family or community are protected and can live to be very old. In contrast, solitary trees, like street kids, have a tough time of it and in most cases die much earlier than those in a group.<\/p>

We always have great discussions, and all are invited whether you have read the book or not.<\/p>

This location is a very nice place to meet, and we are allowed to have food and beverages.<\/p>

Info: Terry McIntire at tdmcintire@gmail.com
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Meet in the parking lot at 2725 N Jim Miller Road, a few blocks south of Scyene by the baseball field.<\/p>

Please register so we can notify you of last-minute changes: https:\/\/signup.com\/go\/wRURgqV<\/p>

Tasks: <\/p>

\u2022 Mark trails from Renda Meadow to Scyene Overlook. <\/p>

\u2022 Remove nandina from Comanche Lodgepole Woods and line path with straight fallen timber. <\/p>

\u2022 Explore Scyene Overlook for the potential of a loop trail and other overlooks.<\/p>

See event page for details.<\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-02-07T10:00:00","end":"2026-02-07T13:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Friends of O.S. Gray Natural Area: Star Party - Arlington","id":"6-0","eid":"27188","url":"\/events\/friends-os-gray-natural-area-star-party-arlington","des":"

The Friends of O.S. Gray Natural Area host their annual Star Party and Storytelling in the Park.<\/p>

Telescopes\u2026Storytellers\u2026weiner roast\u2026and more!<\/p>

Telescope viewing \u2013 6:30-8:30 p.m.<\/p>

Storytellers \u2013 7:00-8:00 p.m.<\/p>

We'll have hot dogs and marshmallows to roast over an open fire and hot chocolate to warm you up.<\/p>

Free. Donations are welcome to help cover our costs.<\/p>

Info: friends@friendsofosgray.org<\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-02-07T18:30:00","end":"2026-02-07T20:30:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Arlington Conservation Council: Horned Lizards and Horny Toads - Zoom","id":"7-0","eid":"27187","url":"\/events\/arlington-conservation-council-horned-lizards-and-horny-toads-zoom","des":"

What\u2019s the story behind TCU\u2019s \u201chorny toad?\" Michael Smith will talk about the life history of everybody\u2019s favorite, the Texas horned lizard, as well as the other two species that live in Texas. They eat harvester ants, can squirt blood at attackers, and are wonderfully adapted to the places they live in. He will discuss their disappearance from much of Texas.<\/p>

Smith, a retired psychological associate with lifelong expertise in nature, expresses a passion for herpetology, ecotherapy, and being aware in nature. He has written three books,* two of them on herpetology and natural history and the third on the importance of being mindful in natural places throughout the state. He also writes at Our Lives in Nature (https:\/\/livesinnature.com) and for Green Source Texas <\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-02-04T19:00:00","end":"2026-02-04T20:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Wild Birds Unlimited: Texas Horned Lizards and Horny Toads - Dallas","id":"8-0","eid":"27183","url":"\/events\/wild-birds-unlimited-texas-horned-lizards-and-horny-toads-dallas","des":"

Michael Smith will talk about the life history of everybody\u2019s favorite, the Texas horned lizard and also include the other two species that live in Texas. They eat harvester ants, can squirt blood at attackers and are wonderfully adapted to the places they live. We\u2019ll include the story of their disappearance from much of Texas.<\/p>

RSVP: 214-821-7400. Seating limited to 35 people.<\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-01-17T12:00:00","end":"2026-01-17T13:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Dallas Park and Recreation: Garden and Seed Event: Call for Vendors","id":"9-0","eid":"27181","url":"\/events\/dallas-park-and-recreation-garden-and-seed-event-call-vendors","des":"

Dallas Park and Recreation is hosting a Garden and Seed event on Feb. 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is looking for community organizations, individuals and vendors interested in sharing information on indoor gardening, seed exchanges and growing indoor\/urban gardens. There is no cost for a booth. We will provide you with a six-foot table and two chairs. <\/p>

Info: Betty Swinners City Park Operations Supervisor Dallas Park and Recreation 1515 S. Harwood Dallas, TX 75215 Cell: 972-948-3131 Email: betty.swinners@dallas.gov<\/a><\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-01-16T08:00:00","end":"2026-02-13T05:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Meadows Research Institute for West Texas Water: 2026 Water in the Desert Conference - Alpine","id":"10-0","eid":"27180","url":"\/events\/meadows-research-institute-west-texas-water-2026-water-desert-conference-alpine","des":"

The three-day event will bring together elected officials, state conservation leaders, water scientists, landowners, resource managers, and community leaders to examine the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of water in Far West Texas.<\/p>

The conference builds on the success of the inaugural 2024 Water in the Desert gathering and reflects the growing regional demand for informed, practical dialogue around groundwater, surface water, infrastructure investment, and stewardship in one of the most arid regions of the state.<\/p>

Speakers include Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Chairman and West Texas Landowner Paul L. Foster, members of the Texas Legislature, county judges representing rural West Texas communities, and U.S. Congressman Tony Gonzales.<\/p>

Nationally recognized water expert Brian Richter, author and president of Sustainable Waters, will deliver the keynote address, focusing on water scarcity and solutions in a drying climate. <\/p>

Additional sessions will explore groundwater science, produced water, data center demand, legislative action, county-level challenges, and emerging research initiatives underway in West Texas.<\/p>

Conference speakers also include leadership from the Texas Water Development Board, including Ashley Morgan, director, and John Dupnik, deputy executive administrator for the Office of Water Science and Conservation. Groundwater Conservation District directors, long-time West Texas landowners, and regional practitioners will share on-the-ground perspectives from managing water in arid landscapes<\/p>

$95. Organizers encourage early registration, as space is limited and lodging in Alpine fills quickly.<\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-02-11T08:00:00","end":"2026-02-13T17:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Wild Ones: Intergenerational Care for Land and Community - Online","id":"11-0","eid":"27178","url":"\/events\/wild-ones-intergenerational-care-land-and-community-online","des":"

This webinar brings together author and botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer and youth organizer Esther Bonney for a conversation about how people of different ages find their place in the native plant movement. They will talk about community, belonging, and how care for land grows when stories and skills are shared across generations.<\/p>

Can\u2019t make it live? Register anyway- we'll send the recording link after the premiere.<\/p>

This conversation is presented in partnership with Plant Baby Plant and Nurture Natives. All donations made at the time of registration will be shared between Plant Baby Plant, Nurture Natives, and Wild Ones to support community-rooted projects that build intergenerational relationships and put native plants into the ground.<\/p>","editable":false,"start":"2026-01-21T18:00:00","end":"2026-01-21T19:00:00","backgroundColor":"#3a87ad","borderColor":"#3a87ad"},{"title":"Greater Fort Worth Sierra Club: Wildlife of DFW - Fort Worth","id":"12-0","eid":"27177","url":"\/events\/greater-fort-worth-sierra-club-wildlife-dfw-fort-worth","des":"

Sam Kieschnick, urban wildlife biologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD), will discuss some of the species found in the urban ecosystem. He will focus on how they live, how we can engage with these species using citizen science, and ways to improve habitat for their benefit and ours.<\/p>

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