EarthShare Texas

Story Time with Lynn
2021-04-15 18:30 - 19:30 UTC | TX
Join Wildlife Rescue’s Founder/President, Lynn Cuny, as she reads a true animal rescue story from her book, “Through Animals’ Eyes, Again.” Lynn will read about a newly orphaned ring-tailed cat and her rehabilitation journey. After the reading, Lynn will answer any questions you might have about wildlife, WRR, and animal care. Don’t miss this chance to learn more about wildlife and animal rescue from WRR’ Founder/President.
Register today to be part of this special Zoom event.

Austin Green Business Leaders: Start Your Green Team
2021-04-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Join staff from BAE Systems, the City of Austin Sustainability Team, and EarthShare of Texas for a discussion on creating and expanding your green team initiatives. Panelists will present to the Green Business Leaders group and open up to questions and discussion.
Topics include:
– Starting a green team
– Easy projects to start
– Cost savings by being green
– Community engagement
– Green program marketing & visibility
The event is free and open to everyone.
Click here to register.

San Antonio Parks & Rec Natural Areas: An Opportunity to Connect People with Nature
2021-04-12 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | TX
Bexar Audubon Society Online Presentation
Join us as Nature Preserve Officer Wendy Leonard discusses new and exciting park updates, including a new park opening on the north side of San Antonio. She will also talk about the different Natural Areas and the best places to go to see local flora and fauna this spring, especially for the City Nature Challenge April 30 – May 3. Visit BexarAudubon.org for more information.
Presenter: Wendy Leonard, SA Parks & Rec Natural Areas
Zoom link:
https://bexaraudubon.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cdf4d6b5a99d3e7b958b39034&id=9993567685&e=31796636a3
Meeting ID: 824 8114 3156
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Barton Creek Greenbelt Scavenger Hunt
2021-04-01 - 2021-04-30 | TX
Participate in SBCA’s Earth Month scavenger hunt all April long! Download the spreadsheet at the link below to check off challenges and add up your points. The spreadsheet will be updated with more challenges weekly to follow along on your own. Add pictures and stories from your challenges in the discussion section of this event on Facebook!
Facebook Link
Spreadsheet Link
Join us online Friday, April 30th at 5pm for a show-and-tell of what you found! See you there!
Zoom Link

#MyEarthMyTexas | Earth Month Challenge
2021-04-01 - 2021-04-30 | TX
What is the #MyEarthMyTexas Challenge?
Texans are proud to be green. It’s time to show off.
EarthShare of Texas is giving away outdoorsy gifts for the most dedication, creativity, and influence this Earth Month.
Here’s how you can win:

Use the hashtag #MyEarthMyTexas
Post more than once between April 1 – 30
Challenge a friend

How Do I Use the #MyEarthMyTexas Sticker?
Amplify your posts by adding the #MyEarthMyTexas sticker to your images. Download the sticker and use a photo editing software such as canva.com to add it to your photos. Here is a simple tutorial.

How Is the Winner Chosen?
EarthShare of Texas staff will only review and consider public posts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with the hashtag “#MyEarthMyTexas” that are posted between April 1 and April 30, 2021. Please note, this review will occur AFTER April 30 and posts must still be accessible to be considered. To win, individuals (1) must demonstrate in their posts their commitment to improving the environment and/or conserving Texas’s natural resources, (2) must use the hashtag #MyEarthMyTexas in their post, (3) must challenge a friend by tagging them in at least one post, (4) must post more than once between April 1 and April 30, 2021.
The #MyEarthMyTexas winner will be selected based on the following criteria:

Demonstrated commitment to the Texas environment
Creativity in environmentalism/conservation/sustainability activities
Number of posts
Engagement on posts (likes/comments/shares)
Influence (number of people tagged in posts)

The winner will be selected and notified by May 15.
What You Can Win?
EarthShare of Texas is currently selecting items from our parnters to add to the #MyEarthMyTexas Grand Prize. Please contact estx@earthshare-texas.org if you would like to contribute to the grand prize.
The Grand Prize is valued at $200+ and consists of various items to support an outdoors, sustainable lifestyle.
This page will be updated with more information as it becomes available.
Questions about #MyEarthMyTexas Challenge?
Contact estx@earthshare-texas with questions.

Drive-Through Baby Shower
2021-03-27 12:00 - 15:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation – San Antonio, TX, 1354 Basse Rd, San Antonio, Texas, 78212
Over the coming months, Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation will rescue and care for thousands of baby wild animals. All of these infants will require around-the-clock care in order to save their lives and return them to the wild. Many have suffered injuries after falling from their nest or being caught by a dog or cat. Each of these little ones knows all too well the trauma of life lived as an orphan.
Here at WRR, we do everything in our power to help these babies regain strength and stamina and to learn the skills needed for life in the wild. Your participation in our Drive-Through Baby Shower is vital to the care of wild baby animals who need our help. At this modified event, you will have the opportunity to meet and interact with WRR Staff Members in a fast-paced and socially distanced manner. Our Staff will wear masks to keep everyone safe. We ask that you wear a mask and remain in your car. We hope you can join us on Saturday, February 20, for this new WRR experience.

Resilience in Schools Summit
2021-03-27 09:00 - 14:45 (America/Chicago) | TX
This Event is For Houston-Area Middle & High School Teachers

Empowering Young Leaders Through Project-Based Learning
Join National Wildlife Federation and Houston-area partners for the first Houston Resilience in Schools Summit!
Engage with climate resilience and project-based learning experts and benefit from resources, strategies and plans that will allow your students to take affect change on their campus and in their communities related to climate resilience and public health. Leave with a draft plan of action to implement with your students.

**CPE Credits! Also some stipends available for teachers who implement project plans in 2021-2022 school year!**
Learn more & register: https://resilience-in-schools-summit-3-27.eventbrite.com/
Contact for more info: Marya Fowler, fowler@nwf.org

Balcony Birding in the Time of Coronavirus
2021-03-24 18:30 - 20:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | TX
The COVID-19 pandemic changed our lives in myriad ways, but it had a silver lining in that many people spent far more time looking for birds in their home environment. Discover how the pandemic revealed the rich birdlife outside an apartment in the hospital district of northwestern San Antonio.
Presenter: Martin Reid
Martin Reid, originally from Great Britain, has lived in Texas close to 30 years. Martin is a Photographer, Naturalist and Bird Guide, having led trips to Chile, Belize, Costa Rica, and Ecuador. He is past Report Secretary for Christchurch Harbour Ornithological Society, past President of the Fort Worth Audubon Society, and past member and Webmaster of the Texas Bird Records Committee. Martin also has a strong interest and expertise in dragonflies and butterflies and regularly conducts tours, classes, and surveys.

Click HERE to Join the Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 814 8505 4370
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Texas Stream Team Citizen Science Water Quality Training
2021-03-21 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Join the statewide program and become a certified Texas Stream Team citizen scientist at this free training. Monitors can sample data at established sites or create new ones on their favorite river, creek, or stream.
Contact riverrangers@sanmarcosriver.org for more information.

STAR Central Texas Council Webinar: Go Green with Park Recycling
2021-03-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
This St. Patrick’s Day, STAR Central Texas Council invites you to “Go Green” with the recycling programs of Texas state & local parks! The webinar will begin with a presentation on Texas State Parks, followed by a panel discussion featuring park recycling representatives in Central Texas.
If you work with a municipality or other park agency that is looking to start or grow a park recycling program—or just want to learn about recycling in state and local parks—this webinar is for you!
Speakers:

Annalise Reichert, Texas Parks & Wildlife, Sustainability Program Specialist
Amy Thomaides, City of San Marcos, Community Enhancement Initiatives Manager, Resource Recovery
Meredith Gauthier, City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department, Zero Waste Initiatives Program Manager
Tom Gleason, Travis County Parks, Sustainability Project Manager

Social Media Links

https://www.facebook.com/recyclingSTAR/photos/a.414713955209124/5451305084883294
https://www.facebook.com/events/775438306393188
https://www.instagram.com/p/CK2BVhNnEeV
https://twitter.com/recyclingSTAR/status/1357071667848167424
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6762834549417242624

Desal Fight Prep Webinar
2021-03-15 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | TX
The City of Corpus Christi and the Port of Corpus Christi are proposing desalination projects to serve corporations’ water needs, not people’s needs. These desal proposals threaten our bays, wildlife, sacred sites, and our ways of life in the Coastal Bend.
Attend the Desal Fight Prep Webinar on Monday, March 15 from 7:00-8:30 PM with Errol Summerlin, Coastal Alliance to Protect our Environment (CAPE), Melissa Zamora, Indigenous People of the Coastal Bend/For the Greater Good, Environmental Attorneys Rick Lowerre and Rick Allmon and other speakers TBA.
Learn about the desal proposals and prepare to participate in a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) public meeting on City’s Inner Harbor draft water intake permit on Thursday, March 18. Register today and make your plan to attend.
For more information, contact Donna@TexasEnvironment.org.
Register here https://bitly.com/DesalFightPrepWebinar
Facebook Page: https://fb.me/e/4b0L3uOhY

Unplugged Adventure: Wildflowers of the Katy Prairie
2021-03-07 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | TX
The wildflowers of the Katy Prairie are sure to look fantastic this spring thanks to all of the rain we received this winter! Join Cindy Crosby, author, master gardener, teacher, and prairie steward for a one-hour virtual adventure on the wildflowers you will see on the prairie this spring.
Register here.
Contact info@katyprairie.org for more information.

Invasive Plant Removal along the San Marcos River
2021-03-01 - 2021-04-30 | TX
For more information, contact: info@sanmarcosriver.org

The Vulnerability of Urban Forests in Central Texas
2021-02-26 11:30 - 12:30 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | TX
Bexar Audubon Society and the Friends of San Antonio Natural Areas are co-hosting an online program on Friday, Feb. 26 @ 11:30 AM via Zoom. Dr. Wendy Gordon, an environmental professional, will discuss the vulnerability of urban forests in Central Texas. Click here to join the Zoom meeting.

Virtual Walk-and-Talk AND Happy Hour on the Violet Crown Trail at Zilker
2021-02-25 16:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | TX
Tune in for a Virtual Walk on the Barton Creek Greenbelt section of the Violet Crown Trail while sipping cocktails in your own home! Join us for our next Walk & Talk with guest hosts LadyAnne Wofford from Austin Parks Foundation and Clark Hancock from Save Barton Creek Association. This walk and talk will begin at the trailhead in Zilker Park and will follow the Barton Creek Greenbelt section of the Violet Crown Trail south towards the 360 trailhead. We will explore the flora, fauna and history of the trail while discussing the relationship between these three partner nonprofits who bring you this place of peace and tranquility found right in the heart of the city.
Event Contact: Fleetwood Jacobs, Associate Director of Development and Marketing, fleetwood@hillcountryconservancy.org

STAR Reuse Council Webinar: Reuse in the Medical Industry
2021-02-25 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | TX
In a time when we are all thinking about our healthcare system more than usual, the STAR Reuse Council invites you to join them for an exploration of reuse in the medical industry.
During this virtual event, you’ll hear from five Texas-based organizations that are making reuse work in the medical field—a highly regulated and safety conscious industry. Their efforts ensure that crucial medical equipment and supplies get in the hands of those who need them, where they can help people live healthy lives, instead of adding to our landfills.
Speakers include:

Janet Thomason, Director of National Procurement, Project Cure(Houston)
Annette Juba, Deputy Director, AGE of Central Texas(Austin, Round Rock)
Betty Hersey, Executive Director, DME Exchange of Dallas(DFW)
(Speaker TBD) Rehabilitation Services Volunteer Project(Houston)
(Speaker TBD) Lions District 2E2 Eyeglass Recycling Center(Watauga, TX)

Thank you to webinar sponsor, BearSaver!

Social Media Links

https://www.facebook.com/recyclingSTAR/photos/a.414713955209124/5456025617744574
https://www.facebook.com/events/326434312078345
https://www.instagram.com/p/CK49l_qLhp9
https://twitter.com/recyclingSTAR/status/1357485352181788677
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6763243492148817920

Wildscaping: Creating Habitat in Our Cities
2021-02-24 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Native plants and special features can create a beautiful landscape that invites wildlife to our backyards, neighborhoods, and campuses. Learn how to turn part of your property into a garden that encourages a variety of wildlife to visit—especially birds, butterflies, and pollinators!
Presenter: Judit Green, Urban Wildlife Biologist, TPWD
Click here to join the Zoom meeting.

Webinar: Expanding Diversity and Inclusion in Environmental Outreach Efforts: Part 2
2021-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
KTB is excited to present this second-panel discussion in a two-part series about expanding diversity and inclusion efforts within your own community. Please join this webinar to learn how organizations across the state are creating inclusive programs and engaging volunteers who reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of the communities they serve. This panel will include Josie Gutierrez of Latino Outdoors and Celine Rendon, Community Engagement Specialist at City of Austin Office of Sustainability. Register to attend here.

Unplugged Adventure: All About Migration
2021-02-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Many migrating waterfowl call the Katy Prairie their home during the winter. Join Mikayla for a virtual viewing experience where you will be able to see the birds up close, ask questions, and enjoy the scenic Katy Prairie all from the comfort of your home.
Register here.
Contact info@katyprairie.org for more information.

Bexar Audubon Society Presents: Spanish for Birders Online Class
2021-02-22 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Dr. Christy Esmahan, Instructor

The course will include a very brief overview of Spanish pronunciation before diving into the words for bird anatomy, common phrases used in birding, and the names of bird groups.

To attend, please first click here to buy a ticket ($25) from TicketLeap. You will then be directed to a link to register for the class on Zoom. After registration, you will receive a link to admit you to the class.

Now accepting applications for the Beautify Texas Awards!
2021-02-22 - 2021-03-25 | TX
The Beautify Texas Awards, formerly the Keep Texas Beautiful Awards, recognize the efforts of those working to enhance their community and protecting the Lone Star State. These awards range in honoring extraordinary volunteers, professionals, youth, educators, businesses, local/civic governments, organizations and specific projects and programs. One winner per category will be selected and recognized at the annual KTB Conference. Learn more and stay tuned for the application at https://ktb.org/ktbawards

Meet & Greet with STAR's New Executive Director!
2021-02-12 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | TX
Join us for a virtual Meet-and-Greet Networking Event with STAR’s new Executive Director Brittany Rosenberg! Grab a drink and join us for a free virtual networking Happy Hour to introduce State of Texas Alliance for Recycling’s new Executive Director Brittany Rosenberg!
You will have the opportunity to meet and chat with STAR’s Board of Directors, Councils, and staff. We’ll then break out into groups for networking games.
$25.00 gift card door prizes will be awarded!*
Open to the public. See you there!

Social Media Links

https://www.facebook.com/recyclingSTAR/posts/5429575200389616
https://www.facebook.com/events/2789223684676018
https://www.instagram.com/p/CKpLpmQFaZY
https://twitter.com/recyclingSTAR/status/1355258177433034754
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6761021353425440768

Formula Drive
2021-02-12 - 2021-02-19 | TX
You can help WRR feed wild baby animals during this year’s Formula Drive!
David Weyman a longtime, dedicated supporter of Wildlife Rescue, is matching donations for our Formula Drive. He will match all donations up to $12,500 from Friday, February 12 through Friday, February 19.
All contributions will go directly to purchasing formula for orphaned baby animals. $25,000 is enough to buy formula for the full year!
Do not miss the chance to help us feed twice as many wild baby animals with your gift. Donate today by visiting https://wildlife-rescue.org/2021FormulaDrive.

Webinar: Expanding Diversity and Inclusion in Environmental Outreach Efforts: Part 1
2021-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
KTB is excited to present a two-part webinar series on Diversity and Inclusion in Environmental Outreach Efforts. The first panel, on February 11, will include Chanel Davis from Austin Youth River Watch, Gaby Benitez from Keep Austin Beautiful, and Kiki Corry with Project WILD. Please join this webinar to learn how organizations across the state are engaging youth from all backgrounds and mindfully tailoring their programs with inclusivity in mind. Register to attend here.

City Nature Challenge: Using iNaturalist for Science and Learning
2021-02-11 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | TX
With the 2021 City Nature Challenge (CNC) coming soon (April 30 – May 3), now is the time to get ready! Join us for a presentation by Craig Hensley, Texas Nature Tracker Biologist for Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. You’ll be introduced to iNaturalist, the Texas Nature Trackers program, and the ins and outs of the City Nature Challenge. Be sure to create an iNat account on your computer first, then download the app to your phone so you can practice.

Click here to register for the Webex presentation. Please sign up before 9:00 AM on February 11.

Presenter: Craig Hensley, Texas Nature Trackers Biologist, TWPD

Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour
2021-01-29 19:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | TX
The Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour is returning to the Bayou City on January 29, 2021. Hosted for the seventh straight year by the Citizens’ Environmental Coalition, this ever-popular film fest will be a virtual experience.
The January festival is just one of many offerings as part of the Houston Green Film Series. The lineup in January features national and international films that awe and inspire action to protect and preserve our environment. The festival also provides a broader audience for us to share three winners of the Wild About Houston Film Festival that highlight local environmental treasures and initiatives.
The auction has some GREAT items in 2021, including a pontoon boat ride through Armand Bayou Nature Center, a private cistern tour from Buffalo Bayou Partnership, custom art made by an ambassador animal at the Delores Fenwick Nature Center in Pearland and a private tour of Deer Park Prairie with Native Prairies Association of Texas. Bidding is open on this Google Form through February 1 at noon.
Contact: rachel@cechouston.org

Birds of Prey: Some Biology, Some Ecology, and Maybe a Few ID Tips
2021-01-27 18:30 - 19:30 UTC | TX
Matt Reidy, a wildlife biologist with the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, will give us an overview of birds of prey. A bird aficionado, Master Falconer, and avid hunter, Matt really enjoys learning about and managing native wildlife and habitats. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Ecology and Management from Texas A&M University and a Master’s degree in Range and Wildlife Sciences from Texas A&M-Kingsville. He has been with TPWD for 13 years and covers Atascosa, Bexar, and Medina counties.
Presenter: Matt Reidy, Wildlife Biologist, TPWD
Zoom Link
Click HERE to Join the Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 846 2631 3053
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Purple Martins 78209 Project: Bringing this Beneficial Insect Eater to Our Neighborhood
2021-01-14 18:30 - 19:30 UTC | TX
The sounds of Purple Martins chattering from dawn to dusk are highly intoxicating and the benefits of this beautiful bird are noteworthy. We will learn about the project San Antonian Allison Hayne and her husband have undertaken at the existing Purple Martin houses near Judson Nature Trails and the one they installed near St. David’s Church in Terrell Hills. She will share with us her knowledge of the “how’s and when’s” of installing and maintaining Purple Martin houses and her passion for Purple Martins.
Presenter: Allison Hayne, Project Coordinator
Zoom Link
Click HERE to Join the Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 835 7169 5217
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Now Accepting Applications for Young Texan Ambassadors
2021-01-12 08:00 - 2021-03-05 17:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | TX
Keep Texas Beautiful is proud to present a new program, Young Texan Ambassadors, inviting Texas youth ages 15-25 to help us keep Texas beautiful. Ambassadors are passionate about the environment and are committed to making Texas the best place to live, work and play through volunteerism and leadership.
Learn more and share with the young Texans in your life: ktb.org/ambassador
Applications are being accepted through March 5, 2021.

Governor's Community Achievement Awards Now Open
2021-01-12 08:00 - 2021-03-04 17:00 UTC | TX
GCAA recognizes Texas communities for their outstanding overall efforts to keep their communities beautiful. In partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation, GCAA will award ten communities with landscaping awards totaling $2 million in 2021. All Texas communities are welcome to apply.
Learn more at ktb.org/gcaa.
Applications are due on March 4 at 5 p.m. CST.
