8 (Saturday), 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Project WILD Training (Tentative)

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department sponsors a suite of Project WILD programs, each offering a special iteration of this outstanding, hands-on approach to learning. Project WILD is a Kindergarten through 12th grade environmental and conservation education program emphasizing awareness, appreciation and understanding of wildlife and natural resources. It is interdisciplinary and supplementary and can be used to teach basic skills in science, social studies, language arts, math, art, music and physical education.

This workshop will be offered to any educator interested in bringing this time-tested and valuable program to their students. Seating is limited to 15 people. Call 830.438.7653 or email Craig at craig.hensley(at)tpwd.state.tx.us to reserve a spot. A park entrance fee of $6 per adult (free with a State Park Pass) and a workshop fee of $5 can be paid at the Headquarters gate upon arrival.

15 (Saturday) 7:00 p.m. Birds of the Area: Speaker: Georgina Schwartz

22 (Saturday) 7:00 p.m. Hummingbirds of Texas: Speaker: Mark Klym

Let’s go on the road and visit one of the Hill Country’s most beautiful destinations (besides ours, of course!), Enchanted Rock. We’ll meet at the headquarters parking lot at 8 a.m. and carpool to Enchanted Rock where we’ll hike to the top of the granite done and explore the wonders of the area. Bring a sack lunch, water, snacks and be sure to wear hiking shoes, hat and dress appropriately for the weather. Binoculars are a must too, if you have them.

Please call Craig at 830.438.7653 or email him at craig.hensley(at)tpwd.state.tx.us to let him know if you are planning on attending and if you would be willing to drive.

29 (Saturday), 7:00 p.m. Butterflies and Butterfly Gardens: Speaker: Kip Kiphart