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NatureFest at Mission County Park

Mission County Park 6030 Padre Drive, San Antonio, TX, United States

Get ready for an unforgettable NatureFest, presented by Green Spaces Alliance! This family-friendly event promises an array of activities including kids' activities, yoga sessions, food trucks, local art, a conservation fair, a family hiking challenge, and much more! With something for everyone, NatureFest aims to foster a deeper connection with nature and the community. Admission […]

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Eco Bites: Recycling and Other Conservation of Resources

Northeast Lakeview College 1201 Kitty Hawk Rd., Universal City, United States

Join Eco Centro at Northeast Lakeview College (Comal Learning Resource Center, Rm. 211) for a fun, educational event focused on sustainability and conservation of resources. Learn about the importance of recycling, reducing waste, and other ways to protect our environment. Hear from experts from the City of San Antonio's ReWorks Program and participate in hands-on […]

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Composting Basics: Methods & Practices — Online Learning

Composting is one of the best ways to reduce our own waste, produce new life for plants, drastically improve soil quality, increase moisture retention, and so much more. Closing the waste loop is critical to becoming more sustainable, and it is super easy to do! Participants will learn about various composting methods that can be […]

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Workshop Series: Texas Flora by Ecoregion by Michael Eason

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX, United States

Join Michael Eason, Associate Director of Conservation and Collections for this workshop where guests will learn about the Flora of East Texas, including intriguing common and rare native and adapted plants of the region. Come ready to learn curious tidbits on pollination biology, etymology, seed dispersal, and biogeography. The class may include an outdoor learning […]

$20

Monarch & Pollinator Workshop

Eco Centro 1802 North Main Avenue, San Antonio, United States

Butterfly gardens are carefully created habitats that provide food and shelter for butterflies as well as vibrant plants. Cultivating a lively garden for butterflies to provide seasonal delight is easy and entertaining. Join us as and learn about the plants that butterflies are attracted to in San Antonio and how to design a habitat with […]

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Propagating Native Woody Plants

Garcia Street Urban Farm 218 Garcia Street, San Antonio, United States

Join Eco Centro for the newest addition to the propagation series presented by Rose Flores, Director. This workshop will dive into the anatomy and physiology of woody-stemmed native plants and what steps and materials you will need to propagate them. Participants should be ready to get their hands dirty with some hands-on demonstrations. This workshop […]

$5
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Bird Feeding Workshop: Feeders and Native Plants

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center 10750 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, United States

Join us for an educational workshop focused on fall and winter bird feeding and the fascinating world of avian observation! Whether you're a seasoned birdwatcher or just starting out, this workshop will provide you with valuable insights into attracting and caring for our feathered friends during the colder months with supplemental food and native plants. […]

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Gardening Workshop: Rainscaping and Rain Gardens

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX, United States

Cycles of flash floods and drought are hard for home gardens and the environment. Rainscapes can create gardens where plants thrive in changing weather. They also benefit wildlife and the local ecosystem with careful planning and plant placement. In this workshop, learn how to build functional rain gardens. Fee: $15 ($10 members). Registration ends when […]

$15
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Gardening Essentials

San Antonio Garden Center 3310 North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio, TX, United States

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their gardening knowledge or skills. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from expert gardeners and fellow gardening enthusiasts, who will share their knowledge and tips on various gardening techniques. From choosing the right plants for your garden […]

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Basic Native Plant ID

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX, United States

An introduction to conservation and plant identification. During this class, we will discuss plant species in Texas and rare plants grown at the Garden. Learn about plant keys, morphology, and conservation efforts you can take in your backyard. Fee: $15 ($10 member). Registration ends when class is filled. Instructor: Zachary Ritchie, Conservation Technician, San Antonio […]

$15
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Free Entry Day: Mitchell Lake Fall Open House & Doggy Day with Dos Perros Coffee

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center 10750 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, United States

Get outside for Mitchell Lake Audubon Center's Fall Open House, enjoy free entry all day, and stop by the Dos Perros Coffee pop-up and grab artisan-roasted coffee! This local, micro-roast coffee company donates a monthly percentage of sales to local dog rescue groups. Does your dog need some time in nature too? Bring them along […]

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How to Be Bird-Friendly for the Holidays – Online Learning

Join Mitchell Lake Audubon Society for ways to learn how to keep the bird or nature enthusiast in your life happy while benefitting birds and their habitat with feeders and native plants. You will come away from this presentation with some sustainable gift ideas and ways to make your garden or space bird-friendly to brighten […]

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