Tonkawa Chapter Monday Feb. 3rd 2025 Meeting
presentation
Tonkawa Monday Feb. 3rd 2025 Meeting Speaker Change
Tonight's speaker Danielle Jones from the Salado Middle School will postpone her presentation until March 3rd meeting due to illness.
Gil Eckrich of the Twin Lakes Audubon Society will present "Why native plants are so vital to birds in our area and which to plant". Gil was born in Germany and came to Texas in 1964. After college, he entered the U.S. Army as an Infantry Officer and retired in Central Texas. He has taught state and federal government courses for Central Texas College and has also been a wildlife biologist in Fort Hood’s Natural Resources Management Branch. An active member of Twin Lakes Audubon Society, Gil is an avid gardener and a nature photographer, concentrating on birds. The meeting will be held at Barrow Brewing 108 Royal Salado TX. 5:30pm to 7:00pm. social begins at 5:30pm meeting at 6:00pm
The meeting will be held at Barrow Brewing 108 Royal Salado TX. 5:30pm to 7:00pm. social begins at 5:30pm meeting at 6:00pm.
Tonkawa Chapter Monday mar. 3rd 2025 Meeting
presentation
Danielle Jones, Science, STEM, & 6th Grade GT Teacher at the Salado Middle School will present Growing Beyond Earth. The main website for the presentation is https://fairchildgarden.org/science-and-education/science/gbe/ There are many science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) challenges and solutions related to food production in space that have applications on Earth. Growing Beyond Earth is advancing technologies for growing plants in urban, indoor, and other resource-limited settings. Ms. Jones students are experimenting on radishes and irradiated lettuce seeds.
The meeting will be held at Barrow Brewing 108 Royal Salado TX. 5:30pm to 7:00pm. social begins at 5:30pm meeting at 6:00pm.
Texas native plants. trees. & grasses
Shade & partial shade, sun, drought tolerant,
cold tolerant, pollinator nectar & host, deer resistant and beautiful
save the date for the npsot fall symposium Oct. 3rd,4th,5th
Tonkawa chapter Salado, Texas will host the 2025 fall symposium.
- Field Trips including trips to native plant nurseries
- Awards Banquet
- Speakers
- Exhibitors
- Demonstration Gardens
- Tour of old Salado cabins including native plant pioneer gardens
- Vendors
- Evening Shopping in downtown Salado
- Winery Tour
About Us
Who we are
why grow native plants
why grow native plants
We are a group of individuals interested in preserving the natural flora and fauna of the beautiful state of Texas. Our membership is a very diverse group comprised of professional botanists, a physicist, business people, retired couples, families with children and young singles. We encourage the use of native plants at every oppo
We are a group of individuals interested in preserving the natural flora and fauna of the beautiful state of Texas. Our membership is a very diverse group comprised of professional botanists, a physicist, business people, retired couples, families with children and young singles. We encourage the use of native plants at every opportunity and hold classes and seminars to further our endeavors.
The threat to our native wildlife due to habitat loss and chemical abuse is a danger that cannot be ignored. Our fresh water resources are at risk from agriculture, manufacturing and oil & gas. Our goal is to rescue endangered and native plants whenever possible, encourage the reintroduction of native plants into the ecosystem & to educate the populace as to the value of a natural environment.
why grow native plants
why grow native plants
why grow native plants
Most Central Texas native plants are naturally drought-tolerant, resistant to pests and diseases, require less fertilizing and pesticides, and are an important sources of food for wildlife including bees, butterflies, & birds out natural pollinator's.
For a complete list of native plants please go to http://www.austintexas.gov/departm
Most Central Texas native plants are naturally drought-tolerant, resistant to pests and diseases, require less fertilizing and pesticides, and are an important sources of food for wildlife including bees, butterflies, & birds out natural pollinator's.
For a complete list of native plants please go to http://www.austintexas.gov/department/grow-green Guide to Central Texas plants. "Grow Green is a gardening education program that promotes sustainable landscaping practices. It addresses water quality and conservation, recycling, and an Integrated Pest Management philosophy, which encourages the least-toxic way to address pest issues" or www.wildflower.org the website of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center / The University of Texas at Austin.
pollinators
why grow native plants
pollinators
Hummingbirds, bats, bees, beetles, butterflies, and flies are hard-working animals helping to pollinate over 75% of our flowering plants, and nearly 75% of our crops. They carry pollen from one plant to another as they collect nectar. Without them, wildlife would have fewer nutritious berries and seeds, and we would miss many fruits
Hummingbirds, bats, bees, beetles, butterflies, and flies are hard-working animals helping to pollinate over 75% of our flowering plants, and nearly 75% of our crops. They carry pollen from one plant to another as they collect nectar. Without them, wildlife would have fewer nutritious berries and seeds, and we would miss many fruits, vegetables, and nuts, such as blueberries, squash, and almonds to name a few.
They play a crucial role in flowering plant reproduction and in the production of most fruits and vegetables. Without the assistance of pollinator's, most plants cannot produce fruits and seeds. The fruits and seeds of flowering plants are an important food source for people and wildlife. Some of the seeds that are not eaten will eventually produce new plants, helping to maintain the plant population.