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TWA Land, Water & Wildlife Expeditions-Birding Experience for Youth, Ages 11-17

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Texas Wildlife Association’s Family Land, Water & Wildlife Expeditions (LWWE) Program engages youth ages 11-17 and a parent/guardian on 1-to-3 day introductory outdoor experiences on private land. These experiences are facilitated by trained mentors, volunteers, and natural resource experts to introduce participants to conservation, recreation, and land stewardship.

LWWE will host a 2-day birding experience for youth ages 11-17 and one parent/guardian in Wimberley, TX, November 19-20, 2022.  This program will include instruction on how to use optics, birding practices, bird habitat, and how to use citizen science applications. Participants will have the opportunity to learn alongside experienced birders in the field where they will develop their knowledge and skills.

This is an overnight tent camping event.  The cost to participate is $100 per family (youth/adult pair). Meals, snacks, beverages, and supplies will be provided.

To apply, complete the TWA form at this link: https://tinyurl.com/twabirding1. Space is limited!

If you have questions or difficulty with the application, contact Family LWWE Program Coordinator, Chad Timmons: [email protected]

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Reminder: Field Trip on Saturday, Oct 29, 2022, 9:30am, Round Rock High School and Member Garden Tour

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— by Vicky Husband

Let’s celebrate our members’ native plant garden successes with a tour up and down RR 620 in Round Rock.  The high school has been working hard to introduce native plants to students and staff by installing natives throughout their campus, and we will kick off this field trip with a guided tour.  Continuing to members’ residential gardens, we’ll see what has survived and thrived during our weather extremes this year. We will visit a residence on both the east and west side of IH-35, presenting the challenges and solutions for both of the distinct growing conditions in our area.

  • What: Round Rock High School Guided Garden Tour, followed by Members’ Residential Garden Tour.
  • When: Saturday, October 29, 2022. 9:30am – 12 noon.  We will sign a state NPSOT Waiver of Liability.
  • Where: Begin at Round Rock High School.  Use the main entrance of the high school and park in the parking lot at the front of the school at 201 Deep Wood Dr, Round Rock, TX 78681. Click on the image to enlarge the map.
    • Note: Maps to member gardens will be provided during the field trip.
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  • No registration or RSVP is required. Our field trips are free and open to the public.  Please carry your photo ID / Driver’s license because we will be on school property.
  • Restrooms will not be available at the garden locations. However, convenience stores/gas stations are available along RR 620, and we will allow time for travel between locations.
  • Please come prepared to walk and dressed for the weather. You are encouraged to bring your own water bottle.  Masks are currently optional, but feel free to wear whatever makes you feel comfortable.

Click on the image for a peek at Round Rock High School’s front beds, busy with Monarchs in 2021 (or click this link).

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Monarchs in front bed of RRHS. Video by Mark Stoetzer.

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The 2022 Texas Pollinator BioBlitz, Oct 7-23

It’s time for Texas Parks & Wildlife’s 7th annual BioBlitz! 

What is a BioBlitz?

A BioBlitz is an event in which volunteer scientists, families, students, and the community help complete a biological survey during a specified period of time. The Texas Pollinator BioBlitz is hosted by the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department and focuses on our pollinators and their habitats.

How do I participate?

This year’s event runs from October 7 through October 23, 2022. Find lots of information and how to register to log your observations on the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department page at this link.

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Danaus plexippus – Monarch Butterfly. Photo by Bob Kamper.