November 1, 2023 Chapter Meeting
Join us November 1, 2023 as NTMN member Caleb Hinojos presents a unique perspective of DNA in the laboratory and how it helps to bridge the gaps between classical, modern, and conservation biology.
Announcements from the October Chapter Meeting
October 2023 Chapter Meeting The Announcements Please view the full set of October announcements by clicking here. Opportunities and contacts, websites, and other details are available on the calendar. Thanks to our guests and members for joining us. I hope all feel...
Tell Your Friends! Application Window for 2025 Class to open in September 2024
Have any friends who may be interested in becoming a Texas Master Naturalist? The application window for 2024 NTMN class is now open! Applications are being accepted between September 15 and October 31, 2023. Please let your friends know about the program and send...
Announcements from the September Chapter Meeting
September 2023 Chapter Meeting The Announcements Please view the full set of August announcements by clicking here. Opportunities and contacts, websites, and other details are available on the calendar. Thanks to our guests and members for joining us. I hope all feel...
Obituary for John Branum White – Mar. 19, 1952 – Aug. 19, 2023
John Branum White We are sad to announce the loss of John White, NTMN class of 2016, who passed away on August 19. He served the chapter as Outreach Director and was co-leader on the development of the Pollinator Trunk. After a life lived by the motto of “When given...
Annual Meeting Scholarships Available
North Texas Master Naturalists: If you are attending the 2023 annual meeting in October, you might qualify for a scholarship from the chapter. We have limited funds available for members in financial need. Qualification for scholarships may include: 1. Members who are...
Announcements from the August Chapter Meeting
The Announcements Please view the full set of August announcements by clicking here. Opportunities and contacts, websites, and other details are available on the calendar. Our President, Scott Hudson, is having some medical issues, so I stepped in to chair the...
September 6, 2023 Chapter Meeting
Weather 101 Jamie Gudmestad, National Weather Service meteorologist, will cover an often-discussed topic, the weather. Jamie will tell us how the National Weather Service has evolved and how the NWS works with local partners to educate and alert the public about...
August 2, 2023 Chapter Meeting
Beyond our Backyards: An Introduction to Wilderness Navigation
In this overview, Arthur Kuehne will share tips and techniques that will enable you to feel confident when you travel beyond your backyard to study and enjoy nature. While he won’t go into great detail on the technical aspects of map, compass, gps, etc., he will share practical advice from his many years of backpacking. Join us and learn about the key tools and techniques of wilderness navigation, and the most common navigation mistakes hikers make and how to avoid them.
Announcements from the July 2023 Chapter Meeting
Highlights from the July 2023 Summer Social The Announcements Important Member Survey – NTMN needs your help! If you haven’t already, please respond to the survey on chapter service (previous mail chimp message). We have many opportunities available and would love to...
July 5, 2023 Chapter Summer Social
Please join us on Wednesday, July 5th, 5:30-8:30 p.m., at Texas Discovery Gardens as we begin celebrating North Texas Master Naturalist's 25th Anniversary! This summer social is a Bring Your Own Picnic and Dessert to Share event, similar to last year. Iced tea and...
June 7, 2023 Chapter Meeting
A Beekeeper’s Exploration of Bees and Invasion Ecology Born into a cattle family with a childhood split between the urban life in Dallas and running wild in the Texas Hill Country, Ryan Giesecke grew up and enrolled in Master Beekeeper training & Master...
