GVST will teach how to design, install and maintain a water conserving garden/landscape through 12 session of learning. These 75 minute sessions will include choosing drought-resistant native plants, improving soil with compost to increase water retention, use of mulch to conserve moisture all as presented on SAWS "Garden Style San Antonio" website. The focus will […]

Be inspired at the Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Free with admission or SABOT membership.

Ready to kick off the spring season? Join us for a relaxing and educational nature hike led by the Alamo Area Master Naturalists at Bulverde Oaks Nature Preserve. Together, we’ll observe the fresh growth of spring emerging—beautiful wildflowers blooming and wildlife buzzing all around us. Along the way, we’ll explore how Bulverde Oaks Nature Preserve […]

Native plants are at the heart of supporting our pollinators and the ecosystems we depend on! Join us for a Pollinator Picnic to learn how native plants provide essential food and habitat for these incredible insects. Enjoy a picnic lunch made possible by pollinators as you relax among blooming native wildflowers—just bring a lawn chair […]

The 2 HR CEU class will provide an overview of the SAWS Conservation Ordinance for licensed irrigators, including drought rules and changes to drought rules that took effect in July 2024 as well as new plan review and irrigation inspections that took effect Jan 1 2025 and Jan 1, 2026. The CEU will also cover […]

GVST will teach how to design, install and maintain a water conserving garden/landscape through 12 session of learning. These 75 minute sessions will include choosing drought-resistant native plants, improving soil with compost to increase water retention, use of mulch to conserve moisture all as presented on SAWS "Garden Style San Antonio" website. The focus will […]

A beginner's DIY perspective on harvesting rainwater, air conditioning condensate, and grey water (shower and washing machine) We will explore the Do-It-Yourself world of water catchment in the modern home. This will include rain, AC condensation, and graywater from the shower. By collecting water from rainfall, air conditioning condensate, and graywater collection, you can significantly […]

Ben Pfeiffer takes audiences deep into the world of Texas fireflies, blending natural history, field research, and conservation with an unfolding scientific mystery. Participants will learn about the diversity of fireflies (family Lampyridae) found in Texas and across the United States, how to recognize common species by their flash patterns, and why fireflies use light […]

From Spanish Colonial acequias to gushing artesian wells, San Antonio has a unique and colorful water history like no place on Earth. Come join us for a fascinating presentation by Gregg Eckhardt of San Antonio Water Systems, who will take you on a engaging exploration of San Pedro Springs history. San Pedro Springs is one […]

Join Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas for a field trip to two local urban conservation easements. Participants will learn how private land conservation works in Texas and explore the stewardship activities made possible through community involvement in green spaces across the San Antonio area. Participants will need to arrive at the San Antonio Botanical […]

Get ready to grow native herbaceous plants through propagation in this hands-on workshop to grow your garden from cuttings of native plants. Springtime is the perfect time of year to start thinking about adding to your native plant collection, but you don't have to spend money to increase your plants! This workshop will dive deep […]

Shavano Park Arbor/Earth Day is an annual community event held at City Hall featuring nature-focused activities, recycling services, and family-friendly entertainment. Trees and plants are available, along with paper shredding and e-waste recycling. Attendees can enjoy nature walks, scavenger hunts, and educational booths from community partners, as well as family activities, live entertainment and refreshments.