Category: Field Trips

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Field Trip: Phil Hardberger Park, Saturday, April 29, 2023

— by Cindy Chrisler

  • What:   Phil Hardberger Park, San Antonio
  • When:  10:00 AM – 12 PM, Saturday, April 29, 2023
    • Arrive at 9:45 AM so we can start the tour at 10:00 sharp
  • Where:  Phil Hardberger Park, 13203 Blanco Rd, San Antonio TX, 78216
  • Our field trip is free and open to the public, but please RSVP (instructions below)

April’s field trip heads to Phil Hardberger Park in San Antonio on Saturday, April 29, from 10am to 12pm. Arrive at 9:45am so we can start the tour at 10:00 sharp. We’ll meet at the Salado Outdoor Classroom building at 13203 Blanco Rd, San Antonio TX, 78216.

We will have a brief orientation followed by a guided hike provided by David Jimenez, Education Coordinator for the park. The guided hike is along a flat terrain trail and will include the Robert L. B. Tobin Land Bridge over Wurzbach Parkway! This amazing park has so much to offer that you may want to stay after the guided hike to explore further on your own. Click on the park’s map here.

Carpooling is highly encouraged as parking is limited. Wear clothing appropriate for the weather, especially comfortable walking shoes. Be prepared for sun by wearing sunscreen and a hat.

This field trip is open to anyone that wants to go — family, friends, and the general public. You do not need to be a NPSOT member.

Please RSVP at this link so we have a head count. Please RSVP by April 27.

If you have a question before you RSVP, let us know by email or contact form. See Contact Us.

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Field Trip Reminder: Saturday, March 25, 9:30am, Hidden Springs Preserve

— by Kathy Galloway

Just a reminder that we meet at the Hidden Springs Preserve gate at 9:30 AM on Saturday, March 25.  There is a padlock on the front gate, and it will be locked shortly after 9:45 AM.

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Field Trip on Saturday, March 25, 2023, Hidden Springs Preserve Plant Survey #7, 9:30am

— by Kathy Galloway

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  • What:   Hidden Springs Preserve Field Trip, Plant Survey 7 of 12
  • When:  9:30 AM – 12 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023
  • Where:  978 CR 224, Florence, TX.
  • Our field trip is free and open to the public, but the preserve is not open to the general public.  See important details later in this post.

We’re continuing our plant survey work with plant survey #7.

Be prepared for extensive walking on uneven, open terrain. Wear sturdy walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen, and bring water, field guides, and something to take notes on and with.  People at all plant knowledge levels can help on survey field trips. Beginners are welcome.  There are NO restrooms available.

Please plan on arriving by 9:30 AM – there is a padlock on the front gate, and it will be locked shortly after 9:45 AM. Reservations are not required. Please feel free to contact Kathy Galloway (contact form here) beforehand if you have any questions. We will follow the latest CDC instructions for Covid safety.

Directions:

  • Take IH-35 north to Exit 266 (Florence/Killeen/195).
  • Turn left and follow SH 195 toward Florence.
  • Go through Florence, take the TX 138 exit (you will be near the City of Florence’s water tower with the bison on it), and then turn left onto TX 138.
  • After a little over two miles, turn right onto CR 224.
  • After about half a mile, at the fork in the road, bear to the left and stay on CR 224. Note that a car GPS system may indicate that you should bear to the right – this is incorrect.
  • After another half a mile, look for a green metal gate on your right (north side of street). There is a large wooden sign “Hidden Springs” sign between two flagpoles behind the fence. The address is 978 County Road 224, Florence, TX, but there is no number on the gate. (The gate is across the street from 981 CR 224.)
  • When you arrive, directions will be given as to where to park.

Our field trip is free and open to the public.