San Antonio is famous for its hot, dry summers. How can you plant a garden that thrives even in challenging conditions? Meet the seasonal stars of summer in this hands-on workshop at Woodlawn Lake Centennial Garden! Participants will explore summer color in the garden with a fun scavenger hunt. Then, learn how to care for […]
Celebrate Pride Month with at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center! Enjoy free admission all day and discover how native plants create essential habitat for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Take home educational materials to learn which native plants will thrive in your space, attract more birds, and help conserve water by thriving in our local climate […]
Join Mitchell Lake staff and other amazing volunteers of the community to help us clean up our habitat! This can involve trail maintenance, removal of invasive species, and planting native plants for birds and butterflies depending on the tasks of the day. All training provided. Groups are welcome! All children 18 and under must be […]
:Â Join us for a beginner-friendly bird hike created for the LGBTQIA+ community, their families, and allies. As part of the nationwide Let's Go Birding Together initiative, this welcoming walk is designed to connect people with nature, birds, and one another in an inclusive outdoor space. Along the way, explore the native plant gardens that provide […]
Open to public with free admission. Contributions to Dr. Tom Harris Memorial Scholarship Fund are encouraged. Doors open to public at 11:30. Lunch provided by GVST members Session 1: Norma Jean Moore Centennial Garden at Woodlawn Lake is an urban land renewal initiative. Through community stewardship and in collaboration with the Department of Parks and […]
It can be difficult to visualize what a yard with less turf and more native plants might look like, or how to design a space that still feels welcoming, functional, and beautiful. To help bridge that gap, join Hill Country Alliance for a free informational webinar on the new landscape templates available online, offering simple, […]
From Spanish Colonial acequias to gushing artesian wells, San Antonio has a unique and colorful water history like no place on Earth. Come join us for a delightful presentation by Gregg Eckhardt of San Antonio Water Systems, who will take you on a engaging exploration of San Antonio's water history.exploration of San Antonio's water history. […]
Celebrate the longest day of the year with a FREE evening of music, nature, and community at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. In collaboration with Alamo City Arts, Make Music San Antonio transforms 39 acres of gardens into a vibrant, open-air experience featuring live performances throughout the evening. As the sun sets on the summer […]
Home to over 300 bird species each year, this 1,200-acre sanctuary showcases four diverse habitats—wetlands, woodlands, brushlands, and grasslands—all supported by water-wise practices and native plants that thrive in South Texas conditions. Join us every fourth Saturday for a Bird Tour designed with beginning birders in mind. Traveling on foot, guides will walk you through […]
Discover the delights of fruit trees with Green Spaces Alliance and certified arborist Zsiggy Nyiri (Knotty By Nature Tree Care)! This highly interactive workshop will show you how to care for your trees throughout the whole lifetime. Learn about the best fruit tree varieties for San Antonio and how to plant and care for them. […]
Join us as we explore the fascinating world of our native bees and other pollinators, their vital role in healthy ecosystems, and how we can help conserve them. Discover the benefits local pollinators provide to our environment, gardens, and food systems while learning simple ways to support them at home. Participants will create their own […]
Discover the the wondrous lives of honeybees and their positive contribution to the environment! Join us for an exciting evening delving into the fascinating world of honeybees! Learn about their intricate social structures, their vital role in pollination with native plants, and how we can help protect these essential pollinators. Get up close and personal […]