It may be toasty outside, but don't let the heat scare you - take inspiration from it instead! Summer is the perfect time to prep for cooler weather. Join Green Spaces Alliance for the first installment of our two-part fall garden planning series: "Heat & Drought Resistant Plants." Participants will discover some of San Antonio's […]
Come to Eco Centro for another delightful presentation by Gregg Eckhardt of San Antonio Water Systems, who will take you on an engaging exploration of the San Antonio River history. The San Antonio River is deeply embedded in the identity and culture of our city. This workshop details the economic, environmental, and cultural importance of […]
Learn fun, hands-on, age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities for learners in grades K-12. Project WILD & Aquatic WILD Please dress for indoor and outdoor learning. Bring a refillable water bottle and a sack lunch each day. Project WILD & Aquatic WILD are TEKS correlated and suitable for both formal and informal learning. Anyone who works […]
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 […]
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. […]
Jaci Randel, Executive Director of Bexar Branches Alliance, equips homeowners with essential knowledge to care for their trees through proper pruning and structural support. Participants will learn how to identify dead, damaged, or hazardous branches, make correct pruning cuts, and avoid practices that can harm tree health. The session also introduces the basics of cabling […]
Save water and save money by learning how to create a rain garden packed with native plants to help your yard thrive. Lee Marlowe of San Antonio River Authority with discuss how to create your very own rain garden using native plants that reduce landscape watering (and your water bill), manage stormwater, and support local […]
The Hot Wells Hotel and Spa has a long and storied history in San Antonio as a destination spot for locals and visitors to embrace hot and sulfurous water from the Edwards Aquifer. Gregg Eckhardt will draw from his large archive of rare and historic documents and images to trace the history of the site […]
Design and implement landscapes that work! Learn valuable techniques to develop landscapes that are made to last and function sustainably with local ecosystems. A properly designed sustainable landscape is beautiful and eco-friendly, while saving resources and requiring minimal maintenance. SAWS Water Saver program offers many ideas and suggestions for growing a successful garden in our […]
Transform your front yard, backyard or garden bed into a buzzing, fluttering haven for local wildlife! Drake White, owner of The Nectar Bar, a local natives-only nursery, will offer the basics of gardening, focusing on the essential relationship between local native plants and pollinators. You will learn to select, plant, and care for native species […]
Discover the many great water- and money-saving resources available on the SAWS GardenStyleSA website! There is so much to explore! Kick back and let us navigate through GardenStyleSA website to locate the WaterSaver coupon/rebate programs and the other numerous helpful and free resources. By the end of the workshop you'll know exactly where to go […]
Get ready to grow native herbaceous plants through propagation in this hands-on workshop to grow your garden from cuttings of native plants. Springtime is the perfect time of year to start thinking about adding to your native plant collection, but you don't have to spend money to increase your plants! This workshop will dive deep […]