Category: Native Plants

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Nov 8 Meeting: “Native Texas Plants for Butterflies”, at AgriLife

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Our November 8 meeting is in the AgriLife building on Inner Loop in Georgetown, NOT at the Georgetown library.  The AgriLife address is at the bottom of this post.

This month, Lynne and Jim Weber will speak about “Native Texas Plants for Butterflies” bringing their observations and expertise to the world of Lepidoptera.

Lynne and Jim are certified Texas Master Naturalists and Lynne is past president of the Capital Area chapter.  They are the authors of Nature Watch Austin, Nature Watch Big Bend and Native Host Plants for Texas Butterflies, all published by Texas A&M University Press.

The Weber’s volunteer activities include: Golden-cheeked Warbler surveys, guided hikes, property monitoring & invasive plant mapping/control for the City of Austin Wildland Conservation Division; Lepidoptera curating & outreach for the University of Texas Insect Collection; Colima Warbler surveys for Big Bend National Park; Certified Habitat Stewards for the National Wildlife Federation; owners of a private 8-acre preserve now part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve; nature writers & photographers for newsletters & other publications.  Lynne has served on the Big Bend Natural History Association (BBNHA) Board of Directors & and is a member of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Citizens Advisory Council. Jim has served as a member of the BBNHA Advisory Board & the Board of Directors for the Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute.

Check out Lynne and Jim’s NatureWatch blog.

Danaus giilppus, Queen butterfly on Conoclinium greggii, Gregg's Mistflower
Danaus giilppus, Queen butterfly on Conoclinium greggii, Gregg’s Mistflower

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NPSOT-Williamson County meets the second Thursday of each month, 7 to 8:30 pm.  Meetings are free and open to the public.  Arrive early (6:30 pm) to visit, or to check out available information or seed swaps and chat with other native plant enthusiasts.

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Field Trip: NEWCOMER’S WALK – FALL: Old Settlers Park, Round Rock

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— by Vicky Husband
Sunday, Nov 04, 2018, 1:30pm-4:00pm.  Walk the loop in the largest public park in Round Rock for an introduction on how to identify native plants in their natural habitat.  This is the last of four seasonal walks at the Old Settler’s Park location… our goal is to practice identifying native plants during their annual growth cycle of winter, spring, summer and fall. Field guides and cameras are encouraged!  3300 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665, (Hwy 79 east of IH 35).

DIRECTIONS: Park at 901 Harrell Parkway, Round Rock, TX 78665.  Look for the signs to Soccer Fields 4-7 and RC Airplanes. We should have a couple of NPSOT signs out to help. Be prepared for walking on even, open terrain, wear sturdy clothes appropriate for the weather, closed toe shoes, and bring water and snacks as needed. Restrooms are available. Please plan on arriving a little early to sign a state NPSOT waiver. No reservation is required, but you may contact Gary Bowers (removed) if you have any questions.

Directions from Georgetown via IH-35: MAP & Directions from Georgetown. Or, click here for full Google driving directions
Take IH-35 South to Exit #253 (Palm Valley Blvd/Hwy 79) and proceed to the light. Taco Bell will be on your right.
Turn left (east) and follow Hwy 79 for 3.4 miles to Harrell Parkway (road at the Dell Diamond / Main Park Entrance of Old Settlers Park / Salt Lick).
Turn left (north) and proceed into the park for 0.8 miles to the 2nd parking area just past the low water crossing/bridge on the right.

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