"There are some who can live without wild things and some who cannot."
Aldo Leopold, from the foreword of A Sand County Almanac
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July 2010
Approved Activities Calendar
Friedrich Park Wild! Weeks 2010- Description:
- FRIEDRICH PARK Wild! Weeks 2010 "Get to the Bottom of Things" for ages 7 – 12 years.
Want to get to the bottom of things about nature?
Come help us explore animal feet, roots, bedrock
and underground water. Make a rock collection.
Compare mammal, bird, insect and snail feet and
hunt for some insects. Confuse some termites. Paint rock art. Learn about the Edwards aquifer. Examine hearts. Make a plaster cast of an animal track. Investigate plant roots and sprout some seeds. Go on a virtual safari in the park. Take a photo hike and lots more! Cost: $75 per session.
Call 564-6400 to register. www.sanaturalareas.org.
Friedrich Wilderness Park, 21395 Milsa
Approved for volunteer service hours if assisting with the program.
- Time:
- 7:30am - 11:30am
- Description:
- The vegetation identification and percent cover surveys at Scenic Canyon continue. While not required, it helps if you can identify Texas flora; we will teach survey methods. Our surveys include off trail strenuous hiking in sometimes very dense vegetation, and it is important for you to bring water (and a pack of some kind in which to carry it). Also it is good to wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, hat, sunscreen, and, if you wish, insect repellant. Because some people are allergic to sulphur, please do not plan to apply sulphur to the brush/snake leggings we can loan you. Not required, but if you have a compass, bring it.
For questions, contact Jayne Neal (210-372-9124, jayne.neal@sanantonio.gov) or Wendy Leonard (210-372-9124, wendy.leonard@sanantonio.gov).
Scenic Canyon is located at 18011 Scenic Canyon Rd. Parking is in a designated area across the street at Grey Moss Inn.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 9:00am
- Description:
- There will be Hike and Hack in Honey Creek State Natural Area which is in Guadalupe River State Park located on park road 31, off of Hwy 46. Participants are not charged an entry fee when entering. Meet at the Rust house at 9:00AM. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for walking in grass etc. Bring your favorite loppers gloves, if you have some, otherwise there will be some available. Bring water and snack, if you would like.
We will first cut down young ashe junipers followed by a hike in Honey Creek which is optional.
Hope to see you there! Any questions please contact.
Holly Camero
chcamero@aol.com
210 490-4882
210 861-5004 cell/field
Hike and Hack will continue on Thursdays until it's too hot or the chiggers are out.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 7:30pm - 11:30pm
- Description:
- It is that time of the year when we do our night cricket surveys. Meet at Stone Oak Park parking lot on north side of Stone Oak Parkway, 20395 Stone Oak Pkwy.
We suggest you bring an EASY TO CARRY, LIGHTWEIGHT CHAIR for the cricket survey. If you think this is a spectacular Spring and Summer, just wait til you spend some time in the Natural Areas at night!
You MUST call Wendy Leonard(Wendy.Leonard@sanantonio.gov) at 210.372.9124 to get a confirmed reservation. A confirmed reservation is required because we can only fit 2-3 people around the cave/karst feature opening where we conduct the survey.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- Independence Day
- Time:
- 7:35am
- Description:
- Last Quarter Moon
- Time:
- 8:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- First Sunday of every month. Enjoy an experience of Government Canyon that combines immersion in the natural world and creative writing, led by local poet Mobi Warren on the first Sunday of every month; from 8:30 AM until 12:30 PM. Includes an introduction to haiku, a 3 mile hike, and quiet sitting along the trail to write.
Participation is limited to 6; open to ages 14-up. Wear sturdy shoes; bring at least a quart of water and a journal to write in. Snack and towel or small pad to sit on recommended. Natural Area entrance fees apply. Please click here for Reservation form For more information, e-mail reservations@friendsofgc.org.
- Description:
- Reporting hours is easy with the new EXCEL spreadsheet that was developed for e-mail
submissions or for mailing in your hours. It is available online at www.alamomasternaturalist.org.
Where to report your hours:
Last names A-M:
Wilt Shaw
104 Dove Meadow
Boerne, TX 78006-4222
E-mail: WShawjr888@aol.com
Last names N-Z:
Ling Yin Liu
4946 Dare Lane
San Antonio, TX 78217
Phone: 210-207-002
E-mail: ling.liu@sanantonio.gov
- Time:
- 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- Become a Class of 2010 Flying Wild Teacher.
Flying WILD makes it easy for teachers to educate their students about birds and their conservation. Hundreds of teachers in the San Antonio region will be trained in the Flying WILD curriculum that engages children in bird conservation and gets kids outdoors!
Are you a classroom teacher or environmental educator? Do you work or volunteer for a locally based organization or group? Do you facilitate other Environment Education training programs?
Become a Flying WILD Teacher
Help reconnect city kids with nature and
build science and literacy skills through a focus on birds.
Date: June 9 and 10, 2010
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: Eisenhower Park Pavilion
OR
Date: July 7 and 8, 2010
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: Cibolo Nature Center Pavilion
To Register for either Workshop - Contact: Mary Kennedy
Email: mbkenned@sbcglobal.net
Formal and informal educators will be trained in bird education with the Flying WILD program. Flying WILD will provide interdisciplinary activities and environmental education for educators to help middle school students excel academically with a program that engages students in real inquiry, and meets national science standards.
Flying WILD materials provides interactive, interdisciplinary, standards-based activities to help students understand the importance of migratory birds and their conservation. ***Activities are grouped as teacher-led, student-led, or volunteer-led.
Teacher workshops: Teachers learn how to conduct WILD lessons, participate in hands-on activities from the activity guide which teaches basic biology, identification and ecology, and bird conservation service learning activities. ***Participants receive great ideas as well as the curriculum guide to take back to their school or organization.
Flying WILD is a program of the Council for Environmental Education. www.flyingwild.org
Approved for advanced training.
- Time:
- 7:30am - 11:30am
- Description:
- The vegetation identification and percent cover surveys at Scenic Canyon continue. While not required, it helps if you can identify Texas flora; we will teach survey methods. Our surveys include off trail strenuous hiking in sometimes very dense vegetation, and it is important for you to bring water (and a pack of some kind in which to carry it). Also it is good to wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, hat, sunscreen, and, if you wish, insect repellant. Because some people are allergic to sulphur, please do not plan to apply sulphur to the brush/snake leggings we can loan you. Not required, but if you have a compass, bring it.
For questions, contact Jayne Neal (210-372-9124, jayne.neal@sanantonio.gov) or Wendy Leonard (210-372-9124, wendy.leonard@sanantonio.gov).
Scenic Canyon is located at 18011 Scenic Canyon Rd. Parking is in a designated area across the street at Grey Moss Inn.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 9:00am
- Description:
- There will be Hike and Hack in Honey Creek State Natural Area which is in Guadalupe River State Park located on park road 31, off of Hwy 46. Participants are not charged an entry fee when entering. Meet at the Rust house at 9:00AM. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for walking in grass etc. Bring your favorite loppers gloves, if you have some, otherwise there will be some available. Bring water and snack, if you would like.
We will first cut down young ashe junipers followed by a hike in Honey Creek which is optional.
Hope to see you there! Any questions please contact.
Holly Camero
chcamero@aol.com
210 490-4882
210 861-5004 cell/field
Hike and Hack will continue on Thursdays until it's too hot or the chiggers are out.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- Become a Class of 2010 Flying Wild Teacher.
Flying WILD makes it easy for teachers to educate their students about birds and their conservation. Hundreds of teachers in the San Antonio region will be trained in the Flying WILD curriculum that engages children in bird conservation and gets kids outdoors!
Are you a classroom teacher or environmental educator? Do you work or volunteer for a locally based organization or group? Do you facilitate other Environment Education training programs?
Become a Flying WILD Teacher
Help reconnect city kids with nature and
build science and literacy skills through a focus on birds.
Date: June 9 and 10, 2010
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: Eisenhower Park Pavilion
OR
Date: July 7 and 8, 2010
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: Cibolo Nature Center Pavilion
To Register for either Workshop - Contact: Mary Kennedy
Email: mbkenned@sbcglobal.net
Formal and informal educators will be trained in bird education with the Flying WILD program. Flying WILD will provide interdisciplinary activities and environmental education for educators to help middle school students excel academically with a program that engages students in real inquiry, and meets national science standards.
Flying WILD materials provides interactive, interdisciplinary, standards-based activities to help students understand the importance of migratory birds and their conservation. ***Activities are grouped as teacher-led, student-led, or volunteer-led.
Teacher workshops: Teachers learn how to conduct WILD lessons, participate in hands-on activities from the activity guide which teaches basic biology, identification and ecology, and bird conservation service learning activities. ***Participants receive great ideas as well as the curriculum guide to take back to their school or organization.
Flying WILD is a program of the Council for Environmental Education. www.flyingwild.org
Approved for advanced training.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 10:00am - 1:00pm
- Description:
- Weather permitting, volunteers are needed to cut, trim, and plant at the San Antonio Riverwalk Garden. Bring cutting tools such as shears, rakes, and clippers and also gloves and water for this workday. It would be great to see some new faces at this garden, our own Master Naturalist project at the corner of Aubrey and Old Guilbeau (north of Durango, the west side of the San Antonio river) on the Riverwalk.
Contact Lan Eng (830) 980-2300 or lanbceng@gmail.com.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 7:30pm - 11:30pm
- Description:
- It is that time of the year when we do our night cricket surveys. Meet at Stone Oak Park parking lot on north side of Stone Oak Parkway, 20395 Stone Oak Pkwy.
We suggest you bring an EASY TO CARRY, LIGHTWEIGHT CHAIR for the cricket survey. If you think this is a spectacular Spring and Summer, just wait til you spend some time in the Natural Areas at night!
You MUST call Wendy Leonard(Wendy.Leonard@sanantonio.gov) at 210.372.9124 to get a confirmed reservation. A confirmed reservation is required because we can only fit 2-3 people around the cave/karst feature openings where we conduct the survey.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- The AAMN Board will have its annual retreat. There will not be a board meeting or general membership meeting during the month of July.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- Second Saturday of every month. Unfamiliar with the trails at Government Canyon or just want to go hiking there with other people? Join the Friends of Government Canyon Volunteers on the second Saturday of every month for a guided, 5-7-mile hike on one of the many trails at the State Natural Area. Meet at the Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting tower at 8:30 AM. The trails are rough and rocky, so wear boots or sturdy hiking shoes. Bring water and a snack. Participants must be 13 or older. No pets please, minors must be accompanied by an adult, and group size limited to the first 15 people. These do not require reservations but are subject to cancellation; call to confirm (210) 688-9055
- Time:
- 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- CNC auditorium and visit to Kight installation
Members $25/person; non-members $35. Pre-registration required. Call 830-249-4616. Limited to 30.
John Kight, engineer and rainwater catchment owner gives the latest technological information and the most practical advice. Learn about design and materials from someone who has done it himself! The Kight home with no well or outside water source is in a traditional development. Their system comfortably supplies delicious water for all household and landscape needs.
Approved for advanced training.
- Time:
- 9:00am - 11:00am
- Description:
- Rocks, Minerals and Stones is one of the summer programs at Medina River Natural Area.
Suggested donation for the program is $3.00/person or $5.00/family.
Medina River Natural Area is located at 15890 Highway 16 South. For more info, call 210-624-2575 or visit www.sanaturalareas.org.
The program is not approved for volunteer service hours or advanced training credit.
- Time:
- 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- CNC Park
Bring family and friends to spend the morning pulling weeds, picking up trash and other to-do projects to help keep the CNC beautiful. Meet at the pavilion at 9 for your assignments.
Approved for volunteer hours
- Time:
- 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- Second Saturday Program: Growing Up Wild
This program, targeted at children ages 3 - 7 and their families, is filled with nature games, crafts, hands-on displays and other activities. Don’t miss this chance to learn about rocks, animals, plants and more and have fun!
Reservations are recommended. Call 210-372-9124 or email peggy.spring@sanantonio.gov There is a suggested donation of $3.00 per individual or $5.00 per family.
Eisenhower Park is located at 19399 NW Military Hwy. Take FM 1535/Military Hwy/Shavano Park exit off Loop 1604 on the city’s northwest side. Go north 2 miles. Park entrance is on the left, just before Camp Bullis. The program is in the large gated pavilion. Gates open at 9:30 am.
www.sanaturalareas.org www.bexaraudubon.org
Program is not approved for advanced training.
- Time:
- 10:00am - 11:30am
- Description:
- Kid's Club: Bubble Mania
Location: CNC Backporch
www.cibolo.org
Approved for volunteer service hours if assisting.
- Time:
- 7:30pm - 11:30pm
- Description:
- It is that time of the year when we do our night cricket surveys. Meet at Friedrich Wilderness Park, 21395 Milsa, and from there Jayne will take you to Woodland Hills.
We suggest you bring an EASY TO CARRY, LIGHTWEIGHT CHAIR for the cricket survey. If you think this is a spectacular Spring and Summer, just wait til you spend some time in the Natural Areas at night!
You MUST call Jayne Neal (Jayne.Neal @sanantonio.gov) at 210.372.9124 to get a confirmed reservation. A confirmed reservation is required because we can only fit 2-3 people around the cave/karst feature opening where we conduct the survey.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 7:30pm - 10:00pm
- Description:
- SONGS & STORIES Concert with Nobuko
Cost: CNC member $7.50, non-member $10,
seniors (65+) $5.00, kids 12 and under free.
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Location: CNC Stage
www.cibolo.org
Approved for volunteer service hours if assisting.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 7:30am
- Description:
- Come meet our summer residents!
Our monthly tours are led by experienced and engaging birders - you will be sure to see some of the more than 300 species of birds who visit Mitchell Lake.
Be sure to wear appropriate clothing, including a hat, long pants, closed-toes shoes. Wear sunscreen and bring water!
We can even loan you binoculars if you need them.
Monthly Birding Tours
No reservation necessary
Every 2nd Tuesday at 7:30 am
Every 2nd Sunday at 7:30 am
Every 3rd Sunday at 7:30 am
Bird count/survey: Every 4th Saturday at 8 am
Birding tour fee: $5 for non-members; $3 for members
For more information, email us at mlac@audubon.org or call (210)628-1639.
- Time:
- 12:34pm
- Description:
- Total Solar Eclipse
- Time:
- 12:40pm
- Description:
- New Moon
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:30am - 1:00pm
- Description:
- July 12 – 16 (M – F) Junior Naturalist Camp
(9 – 12 year olds)
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 7:30am
- Description:
- Come meet our summer residents!
Our monthly tours are led by experienced and engaging birders - you will be sure to see some of the more than 300 species of birds who visit Mitchell Lake.
Be sure to wear appropriate clothing, including a hat, long pants, closed-toes shoes. Wear sunscreen and bring water!
We can even loan you binoculars if you need them.
Monthly Birding Tours
No reservation necessary
Every 2nd Tuesday at 7:30 am
Every 2nd Sunday at 7:30 am
Every 3rd Sunday at 7:30 am
Bird count/survey: Every 4th Saturday at 8 am
Birding tour fee: $5 for non-members; $3 for members
For more information, email us at mlac@audubon.org or call (210)628-1639.
- Time:
- 8:30am - 1:00pm
- Description:
- July 12 – 16 (M – F) Junior Naturalist Camp
(9 – 12 year olds)
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:30am - 1:00pm
- Description:
- July 12 – 16 (M – F) Junior Naturalist Camp
(9 – 12 year olds)
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 9:30am - 11:30am
- Description:
- Limestone Legacy: Hike to explore the limestone and other rocks of our area. Make a sedimentary rock.
Family oriented – target ages: 7 – 11 years
$5.00/class – max $10/family
Please call at 210/372-9124 or email at pspring@sanantonio.gov for more information or reservations.
www.sanaturalareas.org
Friedrich Wilderness Park - 21395 Milsa 78256
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 7:30am - 11:30am
- Description:
- The vegetation identification and percent cover surveys at Scenic Canyon continue. While not required, it helps if you can identify Texas flora; we will teach survey methods. Our surveys include off trail strenuous hiking in sometimes very dense vegetation, and it is important for you to bring water (and a pack of some kind in which to carry it). Also it is good to wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, hat, sunscreen, and, if you wish, insect repellant. Because some people are allergic to sulphur, please do not plan to apply sulphur to the brush/snake leggings we can loan you. Not required, but if you have a compass, bring it.
For questions, contact Jayne Neal (210-372-9124, jayne.neal@sanantonio.gov) or Wendy Leonard (210-372-9124, wendy.leonard@sanantonio.gov).
Scenic Canyon is located at 18011 Scenic Canyon Rd. Parking is in a designated area across the street at Grey Moss Inn.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 8:30am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- Nature Box Workshop for Teachers
Cost: $10/person; limit 25
Preregistration required. Call 830.249.4616
Location: CNC Auditorium
www.cibolo.org
Approved for volunteer service hours if assisting.
- Time:
- 8:30am - 1:00pm
- Description:
- July 12 – 16 (M – F) Junior Naturalist Camp
(9 – 12 year olds)
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 9:00am
- Description:
- There will be Hike and Hack in Honey Creek State Natural Area which is in Guadalupe River State Park located on park road 31, off of Hwy 46. Participants are not charged an entry fee when entering. Meet at the Rust house at 9:00AM. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for walking in grass etc. Bring your favorite loppers gloves, if you have some, otherwise there will be some available. Bring water and snack, if you would like.
We will first cut down young ashe junipers followed by a hike in Honey Creek which is optional.
Hope to see you there! Any questions please contact.
Holly Camero
chcamero@aol.com
210 490-4882
210 861-5004 cell/field
Hike and Hack will continue on Thursdays until it's too hot or the chiggers are out.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:30am - 1:00pm
- Description:
- July 12 – 16 (M – F) Junior Naturalist Camp
(9 – 12 year olds)
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- Third Saturday of every month. Join us at 8:30 every third Saturday for a guided exploration of Government Canyon. Knowledgeable guides will discuss the flora, fauna, natural and cultural history of this awesome State Natural Area. Length of walks and interpretive topics will vary, depending on the group. Meet at the GCSNA Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting tower. Bring a liter of water, snacks and wear sturdy footwear appropriate for rough trails. Sunscreen and hat recommended. Open to all ages, though group size is limited to the first 15 people. No pets please. Entry fees apply. These hikes are subject to cancellation; call to confirm (210) 688-9055; ext 291.
Approved for volunteer hours if a hike leader.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 3:10am
- Description:
- First Quarter Moon
- Time:
- 7:30am
- Description:
- Come meet our summer residents!
Our monthly tours are led by experienced and engaging birders - you will be sure to see some of the more than 300 species of birds who visit Mitchell Lake.
Be sure to wear appropriate clothing, including a hat, long pants, closed-toes shoes. Wear sunscreen and bring water!
We can even loan you binoculars if you need them.
Monthly Birding Tours
No reservation necessary
Every 2nd Tuesday at 7:30 am
Every 2nd Sunday at 7:30 am
Every 3rd Sunday at 7:30 am
Bird count/survey: Every 4th Saturday at 8 am
Birding tour fee: $5 for non-members; $3 for members
For more information, email us at mlac@audubon.org or call (210)628-1639.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:30am - 4:30pm
- Description:
- July 19 – 23 (M – F) Junior Gardener Camp
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:30am - 4:30pm
- Description:
- July 19 – 23 (M – F) Junior Gardener Camp
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 10:00am - 11:00am
- Description:
- Mother Nature's Storytime: A Bug's Life
Donations gladly accepted.
www.cibolo.org
Approved for volunteer service hours if assisting.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:30am - 4:30pm
- Description:
- July 19 – 23 (M – F) Junior Gardener Camp
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 9:30am - 11:30am
- Description:
- From Insects to Ink: Make ink from an insect house; sample some ‘bug juice’. Write with a quill pen and take it home.
Family oriented – target ages: 7 – 11 years
$5.00/class – max $10/family
Please call at 210/372-9124 or email at pspring@sanantonio.gov for more information or reservations.
www.sanaturalareas.org
Friedrich Wilderness Park - 21395 Milsa 78256
- Time:
- 6:30pm - 8:30pm
- Description:
- Land Management & Estate Planning in the Texas
Hill Country presented by the Cibolo Conservancy.
Location: CNC Auditorium
www.cibolo.org
Approved for advanced training.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:30am - 4:30pm
- Description:
- July 19 – 23 (M – F) Junior Gardener Camp
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 9:00am
- Description:
- There will be Hike and Hack in Honey Creek State Natural Area which is in Guadalupe River State Park located on park road 31, off of Hwy 46. Participants are not charged an entry fee when entering. Meet at the Rust house at 9:00AM. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for walking in grass etc. Bring your favorite loppers gloves, if you have some, otherwise there will be some available. Bring water and snack, if you would like.
We will first cut down young ashe junipers followed by a hike in Honey Creek which is optional.
Hope to see you there! Any questions please contact.
Holly Camero
chcamero@aol.com
210 490-4882
210 861-5004 cell/field
Hike and Hack will continue on Thursdays until it's too hot or the chiggers are out.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:30am - 4:30pm
- Description:
- July 19 – 23 (M – F) Junior Gardener Camp
The Junior Naturalist Camp will be of particular interest to Master Naturalists but the Junior Gardener Camp covers many of the same activities. Volunteers are needed to assist the teachers and help with naturalist, hiking and gardening activities with the kids in the garden. Camps are from 9 – 4:30. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, 8:30 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 4:30. You may work all week or just a day or two.
Contact: Cindy Sims—cindy.sims@sanantonio.gov or
207-3261.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 8:00am - 12:00pm
- Description:
- Volunteers are needed on the last Saturday of every month to help beautify the Medina River Natural Area. Our trails offer visitors opportunities to hike, bike, and fish, as well as having world-class birding. The hiking trails have varying levels of accessibility, with surfaces ranging from concrete to crushed gravel to cleared natural trails. This wonderful 500-acre natural area is at 15890 Highway 16 South (Poteet Highway) between Loop 410 and Loop 1604 on San Antonio's south side. Contact Education Coordinator Susan Campbell (210) 624-2575.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 8:00am
- Description:
- Bird count/Survey is conducted every fourth Saturday. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing, including a hat, long pants, closed-toes shoes. Wear sunscreen and bring water! We can even loan you binoculars if you need them.
For more information, email us at mlac@audubon.org or call (210)628-1639.
- Description:
- Gemini Ink’s 2010 Summer Literary Festival focuses on Biomimicry Classes, events, performances to take place July 9-25
Gemini Ink, the only literary arts center in San Antonio and South Texas, announces the schedule for its 13th annual Summer Literary Festival themed What Would Nature Do? The theme focuses on Biomimicry, which is “the science and art of emulating nature’s best biological ideas to solve human problems.”
The festival features a wide variety of exciting classes, readings, and performances for kids, teens, and adults. Fees for classes vary and all readings and performances are free. The three-week schedule includes the following:
•Classes in poetry with 2008 Tucson Local Genius recipient Sherwin Bitsui and Shin Yu Pai, who’s works have been featured in the Poetry in Motion program on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
•Classes in nonfiction with celebrated former Texas Monthly writer Joe Nick Patoski and Oulipo (a writing technique employing experimental formal constraints) enthusiast Lyle Rosdahl.
•Editorial consultant Marcela Landres is back once again to conduct two workshops, one focused on getting published despite the economy and another is a private appointment with Landres who will offer professional suggestions and advice for each writer.
•Classes in lifelong learning with Marian Aitches, Mobi Warren, and Martin Kohout and Heather Catto Kohout will delve into a variety of topics ranging from Spiritual and Physical Survival through Nature, Crepuscular Writing, and a discussion of what makes an artists’ community flourish in a rural setting.
•Producer and director of the award-winning documentary Libby, Montana, Doug Hawes-Davis will conduct the class, Writing Treatments for Documentaries. Through a Gemini Ink and Say Sí partnership Libby, Montana will be featured during the PBS POV Documentary Series event. Hawes-Davis will be on hand to take questions following the screening.
•Young Writers Camps for kids and teens with short story writer Derek Delgado and author Donna Peacock.
•Weekly festival readings by summer faculty throughout the month of July.
•Artpace and Gemini Ink team up again this summer to present our version of The Odd Couple. Join literary artist Trey Moore and visual artist Ken Little as they discuss the ins and outs of their work and their processes, and the intersections of their unique artistic perspectives.
•A Community Talk moderated by the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance executive director Analisa Peace, Solar San Antonio executive director Lanny Sinkin, and San Antonio Current environmental writer, Greg Harman exploring the issue of the environment and each citizen’s responsibility to protect land and natural resources.
Registration for classes and Young Writers Camps is ongoing and can be completed by phone, mail, and online. A complete schedule is available by visiting www.geminiink.org or by calling 210.734.9673 and requesting a catalogue.
For more information, contact:
Jennifer Herrera, Communications Director
Gemini Ink, literary arts & ideas
210.734.9673
communications@geminiink.org
www.geminiink.org
- Time:
- 6:36pm
- Description:
- Full Moon
- Time:
- 9:30am - 11:30am
- Description:
- Paws and Claws: Examine animal pelts, skulls and model feet. Learn about tracking. Make a cast of an animal track.
Family oriented – target ages: 7 – 11 years
$5.00/class – max $10/family
Please call at 210/372-9124 or email at pspring@sanantonio.gov for more information or reservations.
www.sanaturalareas.org
Friedrich Wilderness Park - 21395 Milsa 78256
- Time:
- 7:30am - 11:30am
- Description:
- The vegetation identification and percent cover surveys at Scenic Canyon continue. While not required, it helps if you can identify Texas flora; we will teach survey methods. Our surveys include off trail strenuous hiking in sometimes very dense vegetation, and it is important for you to bring water (and a pack of some kind in which to carry it). Also it is good to wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, hat, sunscreen, and, if you wish, insect repellant. Because some people are allergic to sulphur, please do not plan to apply sulphur to the brush/snake leggings we can loan you. Not required, but if you have a compass, bring it.
For questions, contact Jayne Neal (210-372-9124, jayne.neal@sanantonio.gov) or Wendy Leonard (210-372-9124, wendy.leonard@sanantonio.gov).
Scenic Canyon is located at 18011 Scenic Canyon Rd. Parking is in a designated area across the street at Grey Moss Inn.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 9:00am
- Description:
- There will be Hike and Hack in Honey Creek State Natural Area which is in Guadalupe River State Park located on park road 31, off of Hwy 46. Participants are not charged an entry fee when entering. Meet at the Rust house at 9:00AM. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for walking in grass etc. Bring your favorite loppers gloves, if you have some, otherwise there will be some available. Bring water and snack, if you would like.
We will first cut down young ashe junipers followed by a hike in Honey Creek which is optional.
Hope to see you there! Any questions please contact.
Holly Camero
chcamero@aol.com
210 490-4882
210 861-5004 cell/field
Hike and Hack will continue on Thursdays until it's too hot or the chiggers are out.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 7:30pm - 11:30pm
- Description:
- It is that time of the year when we do our night cricket surveys. Meet at Stone Oak Park parking lot on north side of Stone Oak Parkway, 20395 Stone Oak Pkwy.
We suggest you bring an EASY TO CARRY, LIGHTWEIGHT CHAIR for the cricket survey. If you think this is a spectacular Spring and Summer, just wait til you spend some time in the Natural Areas at night!
You MUST call Wendy Leonard(Wendy.Leonard@sanantonio.gov) at 210.372.9124 to get a confirmed reservation. A confirmed reservation is required because we can only fit 2-3 people around the cave/karst feature openings.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
- Time:
- 8:30am - 9:30am
- Description:
- The Government Canyon State Natural Area
"Naturally Fit Hike" is a monthly interpretive program where the person leading the hike determines the interpretive emphasis and length of hike, usually 2-4 hours. Volunteers are needed to lead hikes at various months of the year. Volunteers can choose partners to work in pairs. Please contact John and indicate which of the first Saturdays you would be able to handle. Any tour guide training is approved for advanced training hours. Time spent being a tour guide is approved for volunteer hours. Contact Interpreter & Peace Officer John Koepke (210) 688-9055 ext. 291 or john.koepke@tpwd.state.tx.us.
- Time:
- 7:30pm - 11:30pm
- Description:
- It is that time of the year when we do our night cricket surveys. Meet at Crownridge Canyon Natural Area, 7222 Luskey Blvd.
We suggest you bring an EASY TO CARRY, LIGHTWEIGHT CHAIR for the cricket survey. If you think this is a spectacular Spring and Summer, just wait til you spend some time in the Natural Areas at night!
You MUST call Jayne Neal (Jayne.Neal @sanantonio.gov) at 210.372.9124 to get a confirmed reservation. A confirmed reservation is required because we can only fit 2-3 people around the cave/karst feature opening where we conduct the survey.
Approved for volunteer service hours.
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