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April 2019
Flat Tire Repair Workshop
Flat tires can impact every rider on every surface. If you want to be ready to fix your next flat, join REI's expert bike techs in this hands-on workshop. From start to finish, you will work through everything you need to know to change a tire and reduce the chances of a repeat flat. Bring your own bike, a busted bike tire, or practice on some of ours.
Find out more »Medina River Invasives Removal
No prior experience is required. Equipment and materials needed for invasive control will be provided, but if you have favorite loppers, hatchets, saws, etc. bring them. Parking available in lot next to staff building. If this is your first visit to Medina River Natural Area, please allow extra transportation time so that we can begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. Wear attire suitable for working in rough terrain and brushy areas with stickery plants, loose rocks, and assorted critters large and…
Find out more »Cibolo Little Explorers – Animal Signs
Every Tuesday morning, birding your little explorer out to the nature center to learn and play! Each month has a different nature theme. You’ll have story time, go for a hike, and will make a craft to take home. For preschoolers and their caregivers. $5 per family
Find out more »2019 Guadalupe County Master Gardener Class #32
If you live in Guadalupe County and are interested in learning more about gardening and sharing the information you learn with others, give some thought to enrolling in Guadalupe County Master Gardeners Class #32. Tuesdays, January 15 – May 14, 2019 5:45 – 8:45 PM Guadalupe County Agrilife Extension Building, 210 East Live Oak, Seguin, TX 78155 Fee: $210 Application Deadline: January 14, 2019 Visit https://guadalupecountymastergardeners.org/files/2018/08/Application-GCMG-Class-32.pdf for more information, registration form, and volunteer application.
Find out more »Earth-Kind® Home Gardening Series
Earth-Kind® Home Gardening Series Sessions presented by David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent – Horticulture Bexar County Master Gardener Specialists Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM 3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208, San Antonio, TX 78230 Wednesday, February 6, 2019 Topic: Soils, Compost & Mulch Speaker: John Sells, Bexar County Master Gardener Specialist Come learn how to maximize your garden and landscape while preserving and protecting the environment. This training is great for new homeowners and residents of San Antonio. The 10-session series will…
Find out more »Find Your Park: Big Bend National Park
Join REI for a Find Your Park class to discover one of the best spots to recreate in Texas. This class will focus on Big Bend National Park. Big Bend is expansive park land in west Texas that is widely known and deeply loved by many. Meet one of our adventurous instructors who will share her first-hand knowledge of the park and give you the tips you will need to enjoy your time in the wilderness of Big Bend. Highlights…
Find out more »Exploring Spring Lake: Sunset Kayak Tour
Experience an exclusive, evening view of San Marcos' Spring Lake from one of REI's sit on top kayaks. Floating on top of the crystal clear waters of the Edwards Aquifer, catch the colors of sunset as they roll over the surface of the Lake. Learning about this sensitive resource and the surrounding flora and fauna will offer you an opportunity to understand the history of Central Texas and the important role of this very water. All gear and instruction provided…
Find out more »On this evening kayak tour you will experience a quiet sunset followed by a nighttime light show at the Hill Country's most beautiful spring-fed lake. You'll experience the Edward's Aquifer like never before as we kayak over the San Marcos Springs while spotlighting nocturnal wildlife and highlighting this amazing underwater landscape! Experience the spring's glow under the light of your own high-powered underwater spotlight and learn the history and the importance of these ancient Springs. All gear and instruction provided…
Find out more »2019 Texas Master Gardener State Conference
2019 TMGA Conference April 25-27, 2019 Victoria, TX Each person wanting to attend the conference must register themselves. You must register for leadership training and sign up for tours and workshops during registration – this cannot be done separately from registration. Merchandise must be paid for during registration and will be available for pick up at the conference. Registration December 1 – February 28 – $175 Late registration March 1 – April 1 – $200 REGISTER HERE. 2019 TMGA Conference…
Find out more »Bird Bingo
Do you like Bingo? Well, how about birds? Come put your bird identification skills to the test with a Bird Bingo game! So you think you know birds... Let's find out! Join one of our park rangers for a game of bird bingo including some birds found here in the park. This game is held every Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Nature Center across from the Gymnasium and lasts 30 minutes to an hour. We hope we'll see you…
Find out more »Trailside Bike Repair Workshop
Don't let a surprise on the trail cancel your ride! Before you hit a snag on your next ride, learn to basics of trailside repair so you're not left out and unprepared. Join REI's expert bike techs for this hands-on workshop addressing the most common trailside issues. Busted chains, noisy drivetrains, and broken spokes are all on the agenda with plenty of get-your-hands-dirty chance to practice along the way. Bring your own bike or practice on one of ours.
Find out more »Lightweight Backpacking Workshop
As gear gets lighter and trails get longer, now is a good time to learn ways to reduce your overall pack weight for your next adventure. While updating gear to save ounces is always a viable strategy, there are ways to adjust your thinking and packing of your current gear to lighten your load. Bring your packed, trail-ready pack for an interactive gear shake-down. An REI expert will teach you hands-on skills that can make your base weight lighter today.…
Find out more »Marfa Myths 2019
Marfa Myths is an annual music festival and multidisciplinary cultural program founded in 2014 by nonprofit contemporary arts foundation Ballroom Marfa and Brooklyn-based music label Mexican Summer. In an effort to improve accessibility, passes work a little differently this year. Tickets for a special, festival-ending performance at the Crowley Theater on Sunday are sold separately and limited to 200. Weekend passes include all festival programming Thursday - Saturday. FEATURING: Khruangbin Deerhunter Cass McCombs Vivien Goldman Annette Peacock Jon Bap Tim Hecker & The…
Find out more »Choke Canyon Bird Walk
Come join our interpretive park ranger for a one-hour bird walk at Choke Canyon State Park! Join our interpretive park ranger for a stroll along Choke Canyon State Park’s trails and lake edge. Watch and listen for common and rare birds found here in the winter and during migrations. You are welcomed to bring your own binoculars and bird identification book. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather! This walk takes place every Friday and Saturday at 10 a.m. and…
Find out more »Butterfly and Dragonfly Walk
Observe and identify butterflies and dragonflies on a leisurely hike led by a knowledgeable guide. Suitable for all ages. About 300 species of butterflies and about 100 species of dragonflies make South Texas their home, many of which are found nowhere else in North America. Binoculars, closed shoes and a hat are suggested for participants. Meet on the deck overlooking beautiful Ibis Pond just outside the Park Store. Checklists are provided. A knowledgeable guide will lead. Free with regular park…
Find out more »Jeop-Birdy!
Join our Interpretive Ranger in this fun game to test your bird knowledge. Have you ever wanted to play on the Jeopardy game show? Well now's your chance with a little birding twist! This game is held every Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Gymnasium and lasts 30 minutes to an hour. This program is free to park campers and day users. Park entrance fees are $5 per person (13 years and up).
Find out more »2nd Annual South Llano River Birding Festival
Mark Your calendars for the 2nd Annual South Llano River Birding Festival. April 26-28th. More incredible events! Same incredible place! Stay tuned for registration in the fall.
Find out more »Coyote Trail Run
A great hill country feel on the trails headed up towards North Texas at the amazing Cleburne State Park. 50M-6am 50k-7:15am 25k-8am 8M-8:30am 4m-9:00am Check out all the information at http://www.trailracingovertexas.com/coyote-run/
Find out more »Mitchell Lake Birding Tour
Tours are led by experienced and engaging birders - you will be sure to see some of the more than 300 species of birds who visit Mitchell Lake. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing, including a hat, long pants, closed-toes shoes. Wear sunscreen and bring water! The monthly bird count/survey is every 4th Saturday at 8 am
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