Texas Native Plant Week

October 14 - 20, 2018 To recognize the role of native plants in conservation and to provide incentive for schools to teach children about the importance of native plants, the State of Texas established the third week in October as Texas Native Plant Week. Many organizations and communities celebrate Texas Native Plant Week with festive events, native plant sales, educational ...

Multi-County Wildlife Mgmt Workshop

Luling Foundation Farm 523 S. Mulberry,, Luling, TX, United States

A Multi-County Wildlife Management Workshop  will include wildlife rules/regulations, TWA membership, range herbicide labels and use, wildlife habitat and doe population, nature tourism, feral hog management, tabletop discussions, and exhibit booths. Early bird (by Oct. 11) registration is $15/per person; $25/person after October 11. This workshop will provide 3 CEUs (1 General, 1 IPM, 1 L&R) for commercial/non-commercial and private ...

MG Specialist Training — Greenhouse Management

Application deadline -- October 8, 2018. BCMG CEU Code 001.  If you are interested in attending, please email David Rodriguez, Extension Agent-Horticulture, Bexar County at [email protected]. The Master Gardener Geenhouse Management Specialist Training is open only to certified Master Gardeners. Click here for Program Details and Application. Click here for Greenhouse Management Agenda.

2018 Native Plant Society of Texas Annual Fall Symposium: A Meander Through The Native Plant Communities Of The San Antonio River

Embassy Suites San Antonio Brooks Hotel & Spa 7610 South New Braunfels, San Antonio, TX, United States

October 18-21, 2018 NOTE TIMES:  Thursday, 1pm-7:30pm; Friday, 7:15am-8pm; Saturday, 7:15am-9pm; Sunday, 10am to 4pm Join the Native Plant Society of Texas at our annual symposium which will focus on the San Antonio River.  Some highlights include: Friday and Saturday morning Plenary Sessions: Discover the history of the River, the Headwaters, the Mission Reach, learn about restoration projects in riparian ...

WaterSaver Walks

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore our WaterSaver Gardens with a Master Naturalist.  Learn the characteristics of different drought tolerant landscapes.  Thanks to a generous donation from our friends at San Antonio Water System, walk is free to Botanical Garden members or with paid admission, but registration is required. Tour meets at 10 a.m. in the Breezeway of the Halsell welcome building. • August 16 ...

Event Series Palo Alto College Plant Sale!

Palo Alto College Plant Sale!

Palo Alto College 1400 W Villaret Blvd, San Antonio, TX, United States

Plant Sale at the Greenhouse every Thursday from 10AM to 3PM! Vegetables, herbs, annuals, houseplants, woody ornamentals, and more! The Greenhouse is accessed by the service road next to the Natatorium on campus. Please call ahead during summer months to confirm availability:  PAC Horticulture Club, 210-486-3080.

Japanese Gardening… Texas Style! — BCMG Educational Seminar

Japanese Gardening... Texas Style! Hosted by Bexar County Master Gardeners Thursday, October 18, 2018 1:00-3:00pm at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office 3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208 San Antonio, TX 78230 Free and Open to the Public Topic:  Japanese Gardening... Texas Style! Learn the basics of creating the tranquility, serenity, and harmony of a Japanese garden in your yard.  Discover ...

Event Series BCMG Board of Directors Meeting

BCMG Board of Directors Meeting

Bexar County Master Gardeners 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Monthly meeting of the BCMG Board of Directors. NOTE: The BOD meeting will begin promptly at the conclusion of the BCMG monthly meeting. As the finish time of speakers at these meetings can vary, all board members should attend the afternoon BCMG meeting. All members are welcome to observe the meetings; however, in order to accommodate seating, please email the ...

Fall Gardening/Fruit and Preparation for Winter — Guadalupe County Master Gardeners Mtg.

Guadalupe County AgriLife Extension 210 East Live Oak, Seguin, TX, United States

Everyone is welcome, and it’s Free! The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners Meeting will begin at 6:15 PM followed by the speaker at 7:00.  For more information, visit www.guadalupecountymastergardeners.org or call 830-303-3889. Topic:  Fall Gardening/Fruit and Preparation for Winter Speaker:  Mark Fanick  

Native Plant Walks

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore our Texas Native Trails with two experienced Master Naturalists, Nancy and Gary Rogers, with a focus on specific native plants along the trail.  Learn a little history and ethno-botany along the way and join in the discussion of water, soil, topography, and weather that allow our natives to thrive. Thanks to a generous donation from our friends at San ...

2018 Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival

2018 Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival -- October 19 - 21, 2018 The Festival takes place during peak Monarch migration season in San Antonio, October 19 -21, when migrating monarch butterflies east of the Rocky Mountains funnel through Texas on their way to Mexico to roost for the winter.  It’s a story of Butterflies without Borders. The festival includes: Butterflies Without ...

Explore the Canyon — Government Canyon State Natural Area

Government Canyon State Natural Area 12861 Galm Road, San Antonio, TX, United States

Join us each month every third Saturday for a new adventure! For information email [email protected] or call (210) 688-9055; ext. 2009. Subject to cancellation; Natural Area entrance fees apply. Explore the Canyon - Knowledgeable guides discuss the flora, fauna, natural and cultural history of this awesome natural area on this exploration. Length of walk and interpretive topic will vary, depending ...

Explore the Canyon — Government Canyon State Natural Area

Government Canyon State Natural Area 12861 Galm Road, San Antonio, TX, United States

Join us each month every third Saturday for a new adventure! NOTE NEW START TIME: 8:30AM – Noon. For information email [email protected] or call (210) 688-9055; ext. 2009. Subject to cancellation; Natural Area entrance fees apply. Explore the Canyon – Knowledgeable guides discuss the flora, fauna, natural and cultural history of this awesome natural area on this exploration. Length of walk and interpretive ...

San Antonio Botanical Garden Bird Walk

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

Join experienced birders in the lovely surroundings of the San Antonio Botanical Garden while checking how many of our known species you can find.  Learn more about why these species prefer to live here.  What are their needs for food, water, nesting material, and protection?  How do they interact? Meet outside near the Admissions Kiosk beside the gift shop.  Tour ...

27th Annual San Antonio Herb Market

Pearl Brewery 303 Pearl Parkway, Suite 300, San Antonio, TX, United States

Fall is a wonderful time to plant or add to your garden and on Saturday, October 20 the San Antonio Herb Market Association invites you to join in for a free, family-friendly day dedicated to all things herbal. The 2018 market will celebrate the Humulus (hops), which has been named Herb of the Year by the International Herb Association. Attendees will enjoy seminars, cooking demonstrations and events for ...

2018 Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival

Confluence Park 310 W Mitchell St., San Antonio, TX, United States

2018 Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival — October 19 – 21, 2018 The Festival takes place during peak Monarch migration season in San Antonio, October 19 -21, when migrating monarch butterflies east of the Rocky Mountains funnel through Texas on their way to Mexico to roost for the winter.  It’s a story of Butterflies without Borders. The festival includes: Butterflies Without ...

Creating Succulent Terrariums

NISD/ACE Presents:  Creating Succulent Terrariums Laura Jarvis CLT, will be helping you create an incredible terrarium!  In this class you will get different ideas of plants and terrariums and how to plant them plus lots of glass to choose from to make a terrarium to take home.  Don't be afraid to make a lots of these for holiday gifts.  Everyone ...

Incredible, Edible Insect Event

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

                         We hope you’ll join the San Antonio Botanical Garden and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service for an expedition into entomophagy, the eating of insects as food. Small bite insect-based food samples and family activities—including Cricket Races, Painting with Cochineal, and Face Painting—are available free with admission. For those ...

Build Your Own Bonsai

Milberger's Landscaping & Nursery 3920 North Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX, United States

Bonsai is a fascinating art-form that combines horticultural techniques and Asian aesthetics in a unique way.  The art originates in the Chinese empire and was copied and adapted by the Japanese to what we know now as Bonsai trees.  Literally translated, “bon-sai” means “planted in a container.” Sherry Disdier, local bonsai artist, will lead a hands-on class for adults.  Learn ...

Want to Reduce Food Waste in Your Home and Improve Your Soil, but Don’t Know Where to Begin?

San Antonio Food Bank 5200 Enrique M. Barrera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

The San Antonio Food Bank welcomes the Compost Queens to lead a workshop on how to create compost for your garden.  They will discuss composting basics and bokashi, a Japanese method of composting.  Join hands-on demonstrations and view examples of compost in various states.  This class is FREE and open to the public. Reserve your spot by registering here. For more information, ...

Color codes for the calendar are as follows:

  • Orange: These are events for BCMG members only.
  • Blue: These are public events for which BCMG members can also receive CEU credit.
  • Green: These are events that are open to the general public.