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2019 April Round-Up April Conservation Round-Up Highlighting conservation efforts & events from across the Lone Star State CONSERVATION EVENTS Elm Fork Trinity River Cleanup DALLAS ​- We are starting at California Crossing Park at 9am and take out and Frazier Dam Recreation Area. We’ll work in groups of 4-6 paddlers and each group will have a small section of the river to clean up. For all those participating we will have a cookout for lunch and wrap up by 1pm. Clean-up Route: California Crossing Park to Frazier Dam Recreation Area This is a new area being opened up. The total distance is a little over 5 miles and we’ll have help with shuttle arrangements. This section of the river is an easy paddle and should be a fun experience for the family. If you are in town, please consider helping with this cleanup it has the visibility of some of our supporters of the Trinity River Paddling Trail. And it will show the that local paddlers definitely have an interest in the Trinity River. We will need paddlers picking up trash, volunteers to help with the cookout, and we’ll need 3 or 4 paddlers going solo in a large canoes offloading trash bags from kayakers. I have access to 3 - 4 large canoes. Trash bags will be provided, please bring your own canoe or kayak, PFDs, grabbers if you have them and heavy duty rubber gloves. Link:​ ​https://www.meetup.com/Dallas-Down-River-Club-DDRC/events/259934844/ Location:​ California Crossing Park, 1633 California Crossing Rd, Dallas, TX 75220 Date: ​4/6/19 Time:​ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM For all media inquiries: Steve Smith [email protected] Talking With The Eagles DALLAS - ​Meet at the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center and participate in our Eagle Walk! Get your eagle questions answered on a hike to the Eagle Tower with Wetland Stewards, Kathy and Bill Nance. At the tower we will watch Bald Eagle activity and share information about the eagles. Come and go as you like, but be prepared to be on your feet for up to 2 hours! Bring a light weight chair if you plan to stay for awhile. Call 972-474-9100 or email [email protected] with any questions. Location:​ John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln, Seagoville, TX 75159 Date:​ 4/6/19 Time:​ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Costs:​ Event is free with $5 admission. Link: ​www.wetlandcenter.com For all media inquiries: Linda Dunn Education Manager [email protected] (972)-474-9100 Victoria Soil Health Short Course VICTORIA - ​The Victoria Soil Health Short Course is a collaboration between the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service, Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board, Texas Wildlife Association, and the Victoria and Goliad Soil and Water Conservation Districts. The event will be held in Victoria, Texas. Location:​ Victoria, TX Date:​ 4/23/19 - 4/24/19 Link: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/detail/tx/soils/health/?cid=nrcseprd1433436 For all media inquiries: Molly Christensen Public Affairs Specialist [email protected] 254-228-7881 Mudbug Festival & 5K/10K/Kids Fun Run Sponsored by REI of Dallas MUDBUG FESTIVAL On Saturday, May 11th, the Mudbug Festival returns to the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center. This FREE family fun day includes: live animal presentations, education & partnership booths, kid activities, face painting, local music, food trucks, ice cream, crawfish, and much more. Wetlands are vital for wildlife habitat, natural filtration, and water supply. Since 2010 the Wetland Center has provided hands on education to champion the importance of water, wetland, and wildlife conservation in North Texas region. MUDBUG 5K/10K/KIDS FUN RUN Come run with us! Put your trail legs on and test at the 2nd REI Trail Run at the Mudbug Festival. Whether you're looking to run your first trail race or hit a personal best, this fun, light-hearted race will help you set your pace! The run starts and ends at John Bunker Sands Wetland Center and takes runners on the levees through the wetlands. Entry fee is $20 REI Member / $25 non-member - all who sign up will receive awesome REI branded swag, maps of the course and post-race refreshments. Plus, there are some great prizes for the top men's and women's finishers. And check out the Kids FREE Fun run. So lace up your shoes, grab your buddy and get out on the trail with REI! We will be offering a 5K and 10K distance at the race. At Packet Pick Up you will have the option to choose your distance. Packet Pick Up will take place at the REI Dallas store on Thursday, May 9th 4:00pm -8:00pm and then morning of the event at 8:00am at John Bunker Sands Wetland Center. 10K starts at 9:00am and 5K will start at 9:15am and Kids Fun Run at 9:25(no registration). Link: ​http://www.wetlandcenter.com/MUDBUG2019.html Location: ​John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln, Seagoville, TX 75159 Date:​ 5/11/19 Time: ​10:00 AM – 4:00 PM For all media inquiries: Linda Dunn Education Manager [email protected] (972)-474-9100 Neches River Refuge Grand Opening NECHES - ​Join the fun and experience the wonderful outdoor experiences available at the Neches River National Wildlife Refuge! Located in East Texas on US Hwy 79 between Palestine and Jacksonville, the Neches River Refuge has 7,000 acres of beautiful wildlife habitat‚ forests, wetlands, and trails along the iconic Neches River. April 13 will mark the grand opening of the refuge, with guided nature walks, van tours of the refuge, kids activities, exhibits, and a nationally-known speaker. YOU are invited to enjoy the day! Texas Conservation Alliance and the Friends of the Refuge are helping the US Fish and Wildlife Service organize activities to make the day a special one for you and your friends and family. We hope to see you there! LINK: ​https://www.tcatexas.org/newsletter/refuge-event Location:​ Neches River National Wildlife Refuge, Located in East Texas on US Hwy 79 between Palestine and Jacksonville Date:​ 4/13/19 Time:​ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Costs:​ Free; donations requested to cover lunch For all media inquiries: Janice Bezanson Exec. Director [email protected] 512-327-4119 North American Prairie Conference 2019 HOUSTON -​ Join us at the 25th North American Prairie Conference to explore HEALTHY PRAIRIES, HEALTHY WATERSHEDS. Prairie enthusiasts from across the nation will be joining us to share the latest research on grassland ecosystems, restoration techniques, sharing educational resources, and examining the connectivity of prairies to water quality and human health. This three-day conference includes a fantastic lineup of invited speakers, workshops, field trips and evening activities. Registration online begins February 1, 2019 Early bird registration ends on April 22, 2019 Sponsorship Opportunities are available for individuals and organizations who would like to be involved and support the success of this national conference which Houston has the honor of hosting this year. Visit www.northamericanprairie.org under the Sponsorship tab for more information. Exhibitor Opportunities are available for non-profits and commercial organizations. Visit the official website under the Sponsorship tab for more information. Link​: www.northamericanprairie.org Location:​ University of Houston - Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058 Date:​ 6/2/19 - 6/5/19 Costs:​ Registration Fees For all media inquiries: Della Barbato Director of Education Native Prairies Association of Texas [email protected] 832-283-0383 Texas Aquatic Science Workshop - Bonham State Park BONHAM ​- Texas Aquatic Science is a comprehensiveTexas Aquatic Science Teacher Guide aquatic science curriculum, from molecules to ecosystems, and headwaters to ocean, for middle school and high school students. Texas Aquatic Science workshop goals: - Introduce educators to the materials and philosophy of TAS - Provide a sampling of field activities - Make a connection to local water and wildlife issues that will help people become aware of their place in the environment and their actions to protect it - Demonstrate field interpretive techniques used in TAS field activities and TAS trunk equipment inventory What to bring: - Lunch and snacks; reusable water bottle - Footwear to possibly get wet (Optional: Water shoes and/or knee-high rainboots) - Bug spray, sunscreen, and/or hat - Change of clothes and towel (just in case); dress for weather - Texas Aquatic Science Teacher Guide (Optional) Link​: ​https://tpwd.texas.gov/education/resources/aquatic-science Location:​ Bonham State Park, 1363 State Park 24, Bonham, TX 75418 Date:​ 4/17/19 Time:​ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Costs:​ Free For all media inquiries: Melissa Alderson Conservation Education Manager [email protected] (512) 389-8060 Texas Aquatic Science Workshop - Meridian State Park MERIDIAN - ​Texas Aquatic Science is a comprehensiveTexas Aquatic Science Teacher Guide aquatic science curriculum, from molecules to ecosystems, and headwaters to ocean, for middle school and high school students. Texas Aquatic Science workshop goals: - Introduce educators to the materials and philosophy of TAS - Provide a sampling of field activities - Make a connection to local water and wildlife issues that will help people become aware of their place in the environment and their actions to protect it - Demonstrate field interpretive techniques used in TAS field activities and TAS trunk equipment inventory What to bring: - Lunch and snacks; reusable water bottle - Footwear to possibly get wet (Optional: Water shoes and/or knee-high rainboots) - Bug spray, sunscreen, and/or hat - Change of clothes and towel (just in case); dress for weather - Texas Aquatic Science Teacher Guide (Optional) Location: ​Meridian State Park, 173 Park Road #7, Meridian, TX 76665 Date:​ 4/25/19 Time:​ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Costs:​ Free For all media inquiries: Melissa Alderson Conservation Education Manager [email protected] (512) 389-8060 Earth Day Celebration 2019 NEW BRAUNFELS ​- Come enjoy a day of fun, engaging, family-friendly, nature-filled activities during our 2nd annual Earth Day Celebration.
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