Experience an unforgettable sight! Bracken Cave is the summer home of more than 15 million Mexican free-tailed bats (Tadarida brasiliensis), making it the world’s largest bat colony and one of the largest concentrations of mammals on earth. Experience the emergence of these millions of bats, as they spiral out of the cave at dusk for their […]
Explore the beauty of the San Antonio River and its banks by taking a walk along the Museum Reach with San Antonio River Authority Staff. Join San Antonio River Authority Staff for an hour long walk along the Museum Reach streach of the San Antonio River. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the flora and […]
It may be toasty outside, but don't let the heat scare you - take inspiration from it instead! Summer is the perfect time to prep for cooler weather. Join Green Spaces Alliance for the first installment of our two-part fall garden planning series: "Heat & Drought Resistant Plants." Participants will discover some of San Antonio's […]
For NPSOT's July chapter meeting, Mike Quinn will present an in-depth unique perspective on the abundance, distribution and interactions of a wide range of Central Texas’ plants and animals. Mike, with his degrees in wildlife and entomology from Texas A&M, has been in and out of central Texas since 1978 and has studied the ornithology, […]
Is turf grass maintenance taking over your time and your water bill? Are you interested in supporting the native ecosystem in your own landscape? This class will walk you through different techniques for removing lawn grass, from sod removal to solarization, and explore native and water-saving plant options to replace it with so you can […]
Join Gardopia Gardens at their Westside Chino spot to help them start a new urban farm from the ground up!
Be inspired at the San Antonio Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Free with membership or Garden admission.
Join Rain Bees at the Tye Preston Library for a workshop where you'll discuss design techniques used for planning, building, and maintaining a rain garden. This session will cover some background science, site investigation, design, plant and material selection, as well as installation. Registration required
Get outside in celebration of National Play Outside Day and enjoy free entry all day at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center. Stop by the Visitor Center to grab a Nature Scavenger Hunt or a Mitchell Lake Nature Walk Fact Sheet and explore their gardens and trails! Take home native plant educational material to learn what plants […]
Join Gardopia Gardens to learn about and practice healthy lifestyles and environmental sustainability through urban agriculture! During Gardopia's volunteer days, participants will help with general maintenance and special projects. While engaged in these activities skills will be learned that can be taken back home or to other communities.
For the first time, the San Antonio Home + Garden Show is moving from October to the heart of summer, taking place July 31–August 2, 2026, at the Alamodome. Since 1986, the show has been San Antonio's destination for fresh home improvement ideas, innovative products, and expert resources. This year's summer event will feature special […]
For the first time, the San Antonio Home + Garden Show is moving from October to the heart of summer, taking place July 31–August 2, 2026, at the Alamodome. Since 1986, the show has been San Antonio's destination for fresh home improvement ideas, innovative products, and expert resources. This year's summer event will feature special […]
Participants are invited to utilize the Seed Library while waiting for class. Beginning at 6:00 p.m. Gardening Volunteers of South Texas will demonstrate ways to use the Garden Style San Antonio website. Particiants are encouraged to bring their own devices to follow along on Internet. There will be eight Internet-connected stations available for those who […]
Family Friendly hands-on learning cleaning, sorting, labeling, and packaging native seeds for the Confluence Park and Mission Branch Seed Library. June 23 it will be the Meeting Room #2 July 14 it will be the Meeting Room #1 August 4 it will be Meeting Room # 2
Join Tamox Talom every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 6pm to connect with community and our plant relatives. Get your hands in the soil and connect with your community at the Tamox Talom Food Forest! Volunteer days are a fun, hands-on way to learn about regenerative gardening, contribute to a thriving local ecosystem, and share […]
Are you a gardener new to South Texas? Have you found planting practices that you have used successfully in other parts of the country are unsuccessful here? Is so, this 1-hour presentation is for you! We will examine the 3 biggest garden challenges we face in Bexar County and our top 5 recommendations for developing […]
Explore the many sustainable practices in the San Antonio Botanical Garden on this seasonally changing walking tour. Learn about native plants, rain gardens, and sustainable architecture. Explore more ways to conserve our local resources through sustainable practices. Registration is required. $15 to attend, $10 for members.
Join the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center and other members of the community to help clean up their habitat! The Audubon center depends on amazing volunteers to help manage their habitat. This can involve trail maintenance, removal of invasive species, and planting native plants for birds and butterflies depending on the tasks of the day. All […]
Join Gardopia Gardens to learn about and practice healthy lifestyles and environmental sustainability through urban agriculture! During Gardopia's volunteer days, participants will help with general maintenance and special projects. While engaged in these activities skills will be learned that can be taken back home or to other communities.
Celebrate Infinity Day! (8.8) turns our focus to cycles—the endless processes that sustain life. From the nutrient and water cycles to pollination and propagation, guests can explore how plants depend on infinite renewal. During the event, a Conservation Educator will host a table demonstrating the water cycle, using our Texas WaterSaver Garden Model, and discuss […]
This immersive, hands-on exploration of herbs will begin with a fascinating history of herbalism, followed by a practical guidance on growing herbs, complete with a simple propagation demonstration that participants can try. The course includes easy, approachable ways to use homegrown herbs for everyday at-home herbalism. Whether a curious beginner or a seasoned gardener, this […]
Join horticulturist, Layni Langham, for a practical introduction to horticulture design specifically for homeowners. This class covers the foundational principles of plant science and soil science, along with essential knowledge about trees, landscape plants, and healthy garden systems. Participants will learn how plants grow, how soils function, and how everyday gardening decisions affect long-term plant […]
5:00 - 6:00 social time and information displays 6:00 Rene Gonzalez, Senior Resource Analyst of Water Resources of San Antonio Water System What is drought? How do we know when an area is in drought? How does drought affect the San Antonio Water System supply? Does it affect the water delivery system? What can we […]
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 membership or Garden admission.
Join Gardopia Gardens to learn about and practice healthy lifestyles and environmental sustainability through urban agriculture! During Gardopia's volunteer days, participants will help with general maintenance and special projects. While engaged in these activities skills will be learned that can be taken back home or to other communities.
Desert Roses are prized for their bold blooms, thick sculptural trunks, and incredible drought tolerance. If you’ve ever wanted to grow one—or help yours flourish—this class is a great place to start. Join Texas Garden Guy as he shares practical techniques for growing healthy, vibrant Desert Roses in our Texas climate. Learn how to create […]
Learn proper pruning techniques, so your drought tolerant & native perennials can bloom again in the fall in time for fall pollinators! Texas summers can make our gardens look dry and tired leaving gardeners wondering if their plants will recover. The great news is that with proper pruning techniques, drought tolerant and native perennials can […]
11:30 Doors open to public Lunch available, donated by GVST members. Author books available for purchase: + Natural Habitats and Wildlife Gardening: Inviting Nature into Your Backyard (limited availability). Please feel free to order from your favorite bookseller and bring a copy. + Inviting Pollinators and Other Wildlife Into Your Garden (limited availability, paperback only, […]
Friends of Mission Branch Library and Gardening Volunteers of South Texas present Author Night with Shaun McCoshum, PhD on Monday, August 17, 2026 at Mission Branch Library. Schedule of events: 4:30 planting demonstration in community garden behind library: native plants edible and useful for both humans and wildlife 5:00 Author books available for purchase: Natural […]
Join Tamox Talom every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 6pm to connect with community and our plant relatives. Get your hands in the soil and connect with your community at the Tamox Talom Food Forest! Volunteer days are a fun, hands-on way to learn about regenerative gardening, contribute to a thriving local ecosystem, and share […]
NOW is the perfect time to discover the many water- and money-saving resources available on the GardenStyleSA website! There is so much to explore--Kick back and let us navigate through GardenStyleSA website to locate the WaterSaver coupon/rebate programs and the other numerous helpful and free resources. By the end of the workshop you'll know exactly […]
Kick off Cactus and Xerophyte Weekend celebrating one of the largest conservation efforts of the Black Lace Cactus. Learn all about the heroic rescue of this endangered species from first discovery on a mining site, to the thousands growing at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. In years to come, these efforts will result in over […]
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 membership or Garden admission.
Presenter Josie Gonzales is a Certified Interpretive Guide and Texas Master Naturalist. She’ll discuss Ethnobotany in the context of actual plants in the Phil Hardberger Park. Ethnobotany is how people of a particular culture and region make use of native plants. Plants sustain people not only as food and as medicine, but provide materials, dyes, […]
Home to over 300 bird species each year, this 1,200-acre sanctuary showcases four diverse habitats—wetlands, woodlands, brushlands, and grasslands—all supported by water-wise practices and native plants that thrive in South Texas conditions. Join Mitchell Lake Audubon Center every fourth Saturday for a Bird Tour designed with beginning birders in mind. Traveling on foot, guides will […]
Join Gardopia Gardens to learn about and practice healthy lifestyles and environmental sustainability through urban agriculture! During Gardopia's volunteer days, participants will help with general maintenance and special projects. While engaged in these activities skills will be learned that can be taken back home or to other communities.
The fall planting season is almost here – are YOU ready? Seeds and propagated plants need extra time to grow before they’re ready to go in the ground! Join the Green Spaces Alliance for the second installment of our two-part fall garden-planning series: “Seed Starting & Plant Propagation.” Participants will learn about two common ways […]
Introducing Neighbors in Nature Day (or “Neighbor Day” for short), a recurring community discount program offering Bexar County residents $7 admission to the San Antonio Botanical Garden on select days throughout the year.
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 membership or Garden admission.
Start your morning surrounded by nature! You'll begin with a light breakfast and coffee while getting to know fellow nature lovers and testing your knowledge with a few fun bird and native plant trivia questions before strolling through gardens and trails to identify seasonal birds and learn some native plants that provide food, shelter, and […]
Join Gardopia Gardens to learn about and practice healthy lifestyles and environmental sustainability through urban agriculture! During Gardopia's volunteer days, participants will help with general maintenance and special projects. While engaged in these activities skills will be learned that can be taken back home or to other communities.
Pre-event planting demonstration in Friends of Mission Branch Library community garden begins at 4:30. Author will be available for book purchases at 5:00 in meeting room. At 6:00 Haeley Giambalvo, author of "Native Plant Gardening for Beginners" and owner of nativebackyards.com will present. Event co-sponsors Friends of Mission Branch Library and Gardening Volunteers of South […]
Join Tamox Talom every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 6pm to connect with community and our plant relatives. Get your hands in the soil and connect with your community at the Tamox Talom Food Forest! Volunteer days are a fun, hands-on way to learn about regenerative gardening, contribute to a thriving local ecosystem, and share […]
Join Pam Peck, a seasoned Alamo Area Master Naturalist, for an inspiring workshop on the power of native plants and how they can help you save water in your landscape. Discover practical tips to plan your landscaping goals with a big vision while starting with small steps that make it manageable to create over time. […]
Explore the many sustainable practices in the San Antonio Botanical Garden on this seasonally changing walking tour. Learn about native plants, rain gardens, and sustainable architecture. Explore more ways to conserve our local resources through sustainable practices. Registration is required. $15 to attend, $10 for members.
Join Gardopia Gardens to learn about and practice healthy lifestyles and environmental sustainability through urban agriculture! During Gardopia's volunteer days, participants will help with general maintenance and special projects. While engaged in these activities skills will be learned that can be taken back home or to other communities.
Be inspired at the San Antonio Botanical Garden and learn about the best seasonal plants and design tips for creating a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape. Free with membership or Garden admission.