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Birding, Nature & Science
Location: Canyon Event Date:
August 22
- January 31, 2010
Stones & Bones from the Collection
The Archeology Department highlights spectacular rocks and minerals, including large examples of petrified wood, meteorites and obsidian acquired since the opening. In addition, it will explore the wondrous beauty and diversity of fossil and recent animal bones. Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
Website: http://www.panhandleplains.org
Phone: 806-651-2244
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Location: Canyon Event Date:
September 01
- February 14, 2010
Better Dressing Through Chemistry: Petrochemical Fibers
Synthetic petrochemical-based fibers were introduced during the 1930s. This exhibit will explore some of the changes that have occurred as a result of this revolution. Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
Website: http://www.panhandleplains.org
Phone: 806-651-2244
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Location: Dallas Event Date:
September 01
- January 04, 2010
Science of Spying
Experience the latest spy gadgets and techniques. Learn how to detect liars, crack safes and find hidden clues. Museum of Nature & Science, 1218 S. Second Avenue.
Website: http://www.natureandscience.org
Phone: 214-428-5555
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Location: Canyon Event Date:
September 01
- February 07, 2010
The Great Search for Energy
Exhibit explores the historic evolution of energy and investigates options that may define the long-term energy future. Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
Website: http://www.panhandleplains.org
Phone: 806-651-2244
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Location: San Antonio Event Date:
September 05
- December 06, 2009
Big Bugs Exhibit
Alters viewers' perceptions and magnifies the role of insects as nature's "hidden gardeners." Includes interactive programs for children and families. San Antonio Botanical Garden.
Website: http://www.sabot.org
Phone: 210-207-3255
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Location: Austin Event Date:
September 08
- January 03, 2010
Other Worlds: Rare Astronomical Works
The Harry Ransom Center features its science collection and highlights how astronomy has advanced in the last 500 years.
Website: http://www.hrc.utexas.edu
Phone: none
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Location: Austin Event Date:
September 20
- January 23, 2010
Cyberchase
Kids and adults will learn and explore using math, reasoning, problem-solving and critical thinking in a fun, hands-on environment. Austin Children's Museum.
Website: http://www.austinkids.org
Phone: 512-472-2499
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Location: Harlingen Event Date:
October 08
- November 19, 2009
Dos Aguilas Exhibit
Showcases spectacular photos of wildlife and landscapes along the 2,000-mile U.S.-Mexican border. Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum.
Website: http://www.harlingenmuseum.com
Phone: 956-216-4901
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Location: Weslaco Event Date:
November 04
- November 29, 2009
Bird Walks
Nov. 4, 7-8, 11, 14-15, 18, 21-22, 25 and 28-29. Estero Llano Grande State Park.
Website: http://www.worldbirdingcenter.org
Phone: 956-565-3919
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Location: San Angelo Event Date:
November 07
Adult Birding Adventure
Hours are 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. San Angelo State Park.
Phone: 325-949-4757
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Location: Orange Event Date:
November 07
Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Center Orchid Festival
Shangri La greenhouses exhibit orchids for the Orchid Festival and Orchid Walk. The walk focuses on the native orchids found in the cypress swamp.
Website: http://www.shangrilagardens.org
Phone: 409-670-9113
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Location: Dallas Event Date:
November 07
Texas Trees Garden Walk
Join Horticulture Director Randy Johnson on this annual tour of native trees at 10 a.m. Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park.
Website: http://www.texasdiscoverygardens.org
Phone: 214-428-7476
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Location: Fort Davis Event Date:
November 07
Fall Birds at the Nature Center
Migratory birds are counted at the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center & Botanical Gardens. Begins at 8 a.m.
Website: http://www.cdri.org
Phone: 432-364-2499
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Location: Spring Branch Event Date:
November 07
- November 21, 2009
A Bird in the Hand
Nov. 7 and 21. Begins at 8:30 a.m. Guadalupe River State Park.
Phone: 830-438-2656
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Location: Tyler Event Date:
November 07
- November 28, 2009
Let's Go Birding!
Nov. 7, 14 and 28. Tyler State Park.
Phone: 903-597-5338
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Location: Harlingen Event Date:
November 12
- November 15, 2009
Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival
Inclues seminars, keynote lectures, workshops, children's programs and nature fair. Harlingen Municipal Auditorium.
Website: http://www.rgvbirdfest.com
Phone: 800-531-7346
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Location: Canyon Event Date:
November 13
- November 14, 2009
Energy Symposium
Includes presentations from children Friday and energy industry spokespersons Saturday. Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
Website: http://www.panhandleplains.org
Phone: 806-651-2244
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Location: Houston Event Date:
November 14
Prairie Plant-a-thon Day
Come prepared to dig in the dirt and learn about the native tall grass prairie. Begins at 8:30 a.m. Sheldon Lake State Park.
Phone: 281-456-2800
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Location: Nacogdoches Event Date:
November 14
- November 30, 2009
Fall Foliage Trail
Drive through East Texas and discover the amazing colors of fall. Stop by or call the Visitors Center for a detailed map.
Phone: 888-653-3788
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Location: Burnet Event Date:
November 14
Texas Recycles Event
Make recycled art projects. Begins at 10 a.m. Inks Lake State Park.
Phone: 512-793-2223
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Location: Spring Branch Event Date:
November 15
Bird Walk & Talk
Begins at 8 a.m. Honey Creek State Natural Area.
Phone: 830-438-2656
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Location: Kingsville Event Date:
November 19
- November 22, 2009
South Texas Wildlife & Birding Festival
People come from all over to bird watch on the King Ranch and in the surrounding area. Includes four days of birding and wildlife tours. Methodist Life Center, 5th and Yoakum.
Website: http://www.kingsvilletexas.com
Phone: 361-592-8516
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Location: Dallas Event Date:
November 19
Third Thursday at Trinity River Audubon Center
Enjoy guided trail walks, nature crafts and more. Trinity River Audubon Center.
Phone: 214-309-5800
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Location: Weslaco Event Date:
November 21
Breakfast with the Birds
Reservations required. Estero Llano Grande State Park.
Website: http://www.worldbirdingcenter.org
Phone: 956-565-3919
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Location: Weslaco Event Date:
November 21
Wetlands Family Nature Day in the Park
Includes guided nature walks, games, crafts, wetland presentations and more. Valley Nature Center.
Website: http://www.valleynaturecenter.org
Phone: 956-969-2475
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Location: Tyler Event Date:
November 21
Birding 101: An Introduction to Birding
Begins at 10:30 a.m. Tyler State Park.
Phone: 903-597-5338
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Location: Houston Event Date:
November 21
Birding Walk & Talk
Begins at 8:30 a.m. Sheldon Lake State Park.
Phone: 281-456-2800
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Location: El Paso Event Date:
November 21
Birding Tour
See some of the birds that visit the park. Begins at 8 a.m. Reservations required. Hueco Tanks State Historic Site.
Phone: 915-849-6684
Alt Phone: 915-857-1135
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Location: Amarillo Event Date:
November 21
Thanksgiving for the Animals
Hours are 1 to 3 p.m. Amarillo Zoo in Thompson Park.
Website: http://www.amarillozoo.org
Phone: 806-381-7911
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Location: Fort Davis Event Date:
November 27
- November 28, 2009
Thanksgiving Open House
Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center & Botanical Gardens.
Website: http://www.cdri.org
Phone: 432-364-2499
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Location: San Antonio Event Date:
December 01
- December 07, 2009
Big Bugs Exhibit
Featuring gargantuan sculptures of insects, the exhibit alters viewers' perceptions and magnifies the role of insects as nature's "hidden gardeners." Includes interactive programs. San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston.
Website: http://www.sabot.org
Phone: 210-207-3255
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Location: Houston Event Date:
December 01
- January 01, 2010
Cool Globes: Hot Ideas for a Cooler Planet
Features 50 colorful, super-sized globes designed by artists to depict everyday solutions to global warming. Discovery Green.
Website: http://www.coolglobes.com
Phone: none
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Location: San Antonio Event Date:
December 01
- January 03, 2010
Tusks! Ice Age Mammoths & Mastodons
Traveling exhibit features 80 fossil specimens, replicas and artifacts, plus graphic panels, murals and interactive video modules. The Institute of Texan Cultures, UTSA HemisFair Park Campus.
Website: http://www.TexasCultures.com
Phone: 210-458-2300
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Location: Dallas Event Date:
December 01
- January 04, 2010
Global Swarming: Reflection & Exploration of Colony Collapse Disorder
Colony Collapse Disorder is a phenomenon affecting honeybees. To illuminate this plight, Texas WAX/Dallas has created this group show. Texas Discovery Gardens.
Website: http://www.TexasDiscoveryGardens.org
Phone: 214-428-7476
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Location: Frisco Event Date:
December 01
- January 03, 2010
Grossology Exhibit: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body
Allows children to experience many aspects of the human body firsthand, such as a climbing wall of human skin, a larger than life nose tour, and an interactive model of the digestive system. Sci-Tech Discovery Center.
Website: http://www.grossology.org
Phone: 972-546-3050
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Location: Austin Event Date:
December 01
- January 03, 2010
Other Worlds: Rare Astronomical Works
During the International Year of Astronomy, the Harry Ransom Center features its science collection and highlights how astronomy has advanced in the last 500 years.
Website: http://www.hrc.utexas.edu
Phone: none
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Location: Dallas Event Date:
December 01
- January 04, 2010
Science of Spying
Experience the latest spy gadgets and techniques. Visitors begin to find out about the plans of the shadowy organization OSTECK and follow clues to uncover the secret location of its headquarters. Museum of Nature & Science.
Website: http://www.natureandscience.org
Phone: 214-428-5555
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Location: Canyon Event Date:
December 01
- January 31, 2010
Stones & Bones from the Collection
The Archeology Department highlights spectacular rocks, minerals, and fossil and recent animal bones. Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
Website: http://www.panhandleplains.org
Phone: 806-651-2244
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Location: Canyon Event Date:
December 01
- February 07, 2010
The Great Search for Energy
Explores the historic evolution of energy and where we currently are in terms of energy supplies and demand, petro-politics and climate change. Also investigates options that may define the long-term energy future. Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
Website: http://www.panhandleplains.org
Phone: 806-651-2244
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Location: Houston Event Date:
December 01
- January 24, 2010
Cool Moves
Features more than a dozen fun, interactive activities that allow visitors to discover the beauty in motion. Children's Museum of Houston.
Phone: 713-522-1138
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Location: Austin Event Date:
December 01
- January 23, 2010
Cyberchase
Kids and adults will learn and explore using math, reasoning, problem-solving and critical thinking in a fun, hands-on environment. Austin Children's Museum.
Website: http://www.austinkids.org
Phone: 512-472-2499
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Location: Houston Event Date:
December 01
- January 10, 2010
The Moon: "Houston, Tranquility Base Here. The Eagle Has Landed"
Includes photos, artworks, early scientific instruments, books, moon globes, maps and objects from NASA. Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
Phone: 713-639-7300
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Location: Needville Event Date:
December 04
Friday Morning Birding Hikes
Take a one-mile hike with the park naturalist to learn more about birds of southeast Texas. Hours are 8 to 10 a.m. Brazos Bend State Park.
Phone: 979-553-5101
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Location: Fort Worth Event Date:
December 05
Birds' Christmas Tree Program
Children are invited to make viodegradable bird treats and bring them to hang in the Garden's Grove, providing food for wildlife and holiday cheer. Fort Worth Botanic Garden.
Website: http://www.fwbg.org
Phone: 817-871-7686
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Location: Jasper Event Date:
December 05
- December 06, 2009
Texas Outdoor Family Workshop
Teaches families all the basic outdoor skills they need to enjoy a great overnight camping experience. Reservations required. Martin Dies Jr. State Park.
E-Mail: tofsp@tpwd.state.tx.us
Phone: 512-389-8903
Alt Phone: 409-384-5231
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Location: Round Rock Event Date:
December 05
- December 06, 2009
Fossil Fest
Features dealers, exhibits and kids activities. Offers a fun and educational experience. Sponsored by the Paleontological Society of Austin. Old Settlers Park.
Website: http://www.texaspaleo.com
Phone: none
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Location: Weslaco Event Date:
December 05
- December 06, 2009
Texas Outdoor Family Workshop
Teaches families all the fasic outdoor skills they need to enjoy a great overnight camping experience. Reservations required. World Birding Center, Estero Llano Grande State Park.
Phone: 512-389-8903
Alt Phone: 956-565-3919
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Location: Huntsville Event Date:
December 05
- December 19, 2009
Tasty Treats for Winter Wanderers
Dec. 5 and 19. Discover how to create tasty morsels for wintering birds and other backyard wildlife. Begins at 11:30 p.m. Huntsville State Park.
Phone: 936-295-9010
Alt Phone: 936-295-5644
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Location: Valley View Event Date:
December 05
Kids 'N Nature Texas Birds
Gain helpful tips for birding. Learn how to attract neighborhood birds and make a bird feeder to take home. Group size is limited; preregistration required. Ray Roberts Lake State Park.
Phone: 940-637-2294
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Location: Bastrop Event Date:
December 05
- December 12, 2009
Discover the Lost Pines
Dec. 5 and 12. Join a master naturalist for a walk through the park and explore the history, flora and fauna. Meet at the kiosk near the playground. Begins at 10 a.m. Bastrop State Park.
Phone: 512-237-2241
Alt Phone: 512-321-2101
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Location: Huntsville Event Date:
December 05
- December 19, 2009
All About Alligators
Dec. 5, 12 and 19. Learn about the physical characteristics of alligators, the aquatic adaptations of this large reptile and other interesting facts. Begins at 10:30 a.m. Huntsville State Park.
E-Mail: chrissy.halpen@tpwd.state.tx.us
Phone: 936-295-9010
Alt Phone: 936-295-5644
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Location: Boerne Event Date:
December 05
Winter Sparrows & Wren Workshop
Prsenter is Byron Stone, expert birder and sparrow specialist from Austin. Extensive field work will follow a short presentation. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cibolo Nature Center.
Website: http://www.cibolo.org
Phone: 830-249-4616
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Location: Bastrop Event Date:
December 05
Don't Worry, Be Flappy!
Discover a world above that birds, butterflies and some insects explore every day. Begins at 7 p.m. Picnic Pavilion in the Copperas Creek Campground. Bastrop State Park.
Phone: 512-237-2241
Alt Phone: 512-321-2101
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Location: Dallas Event Date:
December 07
Brinker International Forum -- Paul Nicklen
This gifted photographer has created National Geographic stories that break new ground with startling and stunning depictions of wildlife in Antarctica and the Arctic. Dallas Center for the Performing Arts, 2100 Ross Avenue.
Phone: 214-954-9925
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Location: Blanco Event Date:
December 12
Winter Wonder Walk
Includes how to identify trees without leaves, winter birds of the Hill Country and how to help wildlife through the lean months. Begins at 9 a.m. Blanco State Park.
Phone: 830-833-4333
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Location: Boerne Event Date:
December 12
Kids Club: Tis the Season of Giving
Make some earth- and animal-friendly ornaments to hang on the Cibolo Nature Center Christmas trees. Take one home. Begins at 10 a.m. Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Drive.
Website: http://www.cibolo.org
Phone: 830-249-4616
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Location: San Angelo Event Date:
December 12
Adult Bird Adventures
Join an avid bird enthusiast from the San Angelo Birding Club in a walk/drive around the south side of the park. Begins at 7:30 a.m. San Angelo State Park.
Phone: 325-949-4757
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Location: Edna Event Date:
December 12
Christmas Crafts
At the Nature Center, make crafts from natural materials to decorate with for the holidays. Begins at 2 p.m. Lake Texana State Park.
Phone: 361-782-5718
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Location: Houston Event Date:
December 12
Wildlife Christmas in the Park
Bring the family to make special ornaments designed for wildlife. Holiday music and treats will be provided. Hours are 1 to 4 p.m. Sheldon Lake State Park.
Phone: 281-456-2800
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Location: Huntsville Event Date:
December 12
- December 19, 2009
Ornamental Wildlife
Dec. 12 and 19. Learn about the park's wildlife and create ornaments of those animals. Huntsville State Park.
Phone: 936-295-9010
Alt Phone: 936-295-5644
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Location: Needville Event Date:
December 13
Sunday Morning Birding Hike
Take a one-mile hike with park naturalist to learn more about birds of southeast Texas. Begins at 8 a.m. Brazos Bend State Park.
Website: http://www.brazosbend.org
Phone: 979-553-5101
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Location: Fort Davis Event Date:
December 19
Christmas Bird Count
Monitors the status of resident and migratory birds. All skill levels are invited to participate. Fort Davis and Balmorhea.
Website: http://www.cdri.org
Phone: 432-364-2499
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