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July 2019
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 – Bees
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 »Bulverde Oaks Nature Preserve Monthly Tour
Photo Credit: Justin Moore / Airborne Aerial Photography Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas opens their Bulverde Oaks Nature Preserve to the public on the first Saturday of every month for a nature tour on the 1-mile out-and-back trail to see the rescue beehives, pollinator meadow, bird blind, stock pond, wildlife, and share with you why they conserve land. Each month brings new sights, sounds, scents, and learning experiences! Guided trail tour will begin around 9:15am. Bring your friends and…
Find out more »Honey Creek Saturday Morning Guided Hike
Join us to learn the about the cultural and natural history of Honey Creek. Join us for a guided walk to the beautiful Honey Creek to learn about both the natural and cultural history of the area. This 2-hour hike begins at the Rust House inside the park. This hike is free beyond the park admission of $7 per person 13 and over (free with a current TPWD Park Pass) and a requested donation of $2 per person to the…
Find out more »Farmer’s Market at the Cibolo
The Farmers Market at the Cibolo: Nature, Local, Handmade, Fresh. Workshops, kids crafts, garden tours and tips, historic house tours. Closed Dec. 22 & Dec. 29, 2018 & all of January & February 2019, then reopens for the season March 2019.
Find out more »Summit Hike
Join a park ranger or Master Naturalist as we climb to the top of Enchanted Rock! Along the way, we'll learn about the geology, history and biology of this special place. We'll hear tales of derring-do and see sweeping panoramic views! Meet at the Gazebo at the beginning of the Summit Trail. Time: Approximately 2 hours. Distance: 1.5 miles there and back again. Elevation gain: 425 feet. Bring: Walking or hiking shoes Plenty of water Sunscreen Dress for the weather…
Find out more »PHP Weekend Warriors
Dog Park mulching! Every year we like to spruce up the dog park with a fresh layer of mulch. Volunteers are needed to move and spread mulch throughout the dog park. Closed toed shoes recommended. Meet near the Recreation area parking lot outside of the dog park entrance (turn right at the first stop sign after you enter the park). 1st Saturday Weekend weed Warriors – Meet almost every 1st Saturday from 9:00 am – noon at various locations in the…
Find out more »Seeds and Soil at Barrington Farm
What kinds of chores did early Texans do in their gardens? Find out in this extremely hands-on program. Learn how yesterday’s gardening techniques and varieties can improve our gardens today, and take some heirloom seeds for your garden at home. Contact Barb King for details at 936-878-2214 x.246.
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! We can even loan you binoculars if you need them. Monthly Birding Tours ; No reservation necessary. Every 1st Sunday at 8am Every 2nd Tuesday at 8am Every 2nd Sunday at 8am Every 3rd…
Find out more »Summit Hike
Join a park ranger or Master Naturalist as we climb to the top of Enchanted Rock! Along the way, we'll learn about the geology, history and biology of this special place. We'll hear tales of derring-do and see sweeping panoramic views! Meet at the Gazebo at the beginning of the Summit Trail. Time: Approximately 2 hours. Distance: 1.5 miles there and back again. Elevation gain: 425 feet. Bring: Walking or hiking shoes Plenty of water Sunscreen Dress for the weather…
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! We can even loan you binoculars if you need them. Monthly Birding Tours ; No reservation necessary. Every 1st Sunday at 8am Every 2nd Tuesday at 8am Every 2nd Sunday at 8am Every 3rd…
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 – Bees
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 »Urban Forest Connections Monthly Webinar Series
USDA Forest Service National Urban Forest Technology and Science Delivery Team hosts the series. Each webinar has a topic and presenters who share their slides and other resources as part of the webinar. Speakers are usually urban foresters or municipal officials reporting on an innovative implementation of urban forestry in their state or community. This webinar series is conducted each month on the second Wednesday of the month, at 12:00 to 1:15 pm, central time. The webcast uses Adobe Connect meeting,…
Find out more »Brown Bag Lunch & Learn
FREE and open to the public! Bring your lunch and join us! Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 2019 Brown Bag Lunch & Learn programs will be conducted the 2nd Friday of each month, 12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM, at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208). The sessions will provide information on consumer horticulture. 1 CEU. BCMG Code: 001. BrownBag2019Flyer
Find out more »Second Saturday Habitat Clean Up
Join us and other members of the community to help us clean up our habitats! The four unique habitats across 1,200 acres are why over 340 species stopover at Mitchell Lake during their migration journey. We depend on our amazing volunteers to help manage our habitat. Groups are welcome! Let us know you are interested in volunteering by emailing us at MLAC@audubon.org. All children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult. **We love industry, corporate, and special interest…
Find out more »Second Saturday Habitat Clean Up
Join us and other members of the community to help us clean up our habitats! The four unique habitats across 1,200 acres are why over 340 species stopover at Mitchell Lake during their migration journey. We depend on our amazing volunteers to help manage our habitat. Groups are welcome! Let us know you are interested in volunteering by emailing us at MLAC@audubon.org. All children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult. **We love industry, corporate, and special interest…
Find out more »Honey Creek Saturday Morning Guided Hike
Join us to learn the about the cultural and natural history of Honey Creek. Join us for a guided walk to the beautiful Honey Creek to learn about both the natural and cultural history of the area. This 2-hour hike begins at the Rust House inside the park. This hike is free beyond the park admission of $7 per person 13 and over (free with a current TPWD Park Pass) and a requested donation of $2 per person to the…
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