If you're interested in learning more about the sources of your drinking water and where it goes "after the flush" join the SAWS Education Team for The Rain to Drain Experience field trip for adults. During this day-long expedition, you'll travel to places few people have ever visited!  You'll explore an Edwards Aquifer recharge cave, experience the inner workings of ...

CANCELLED DUE TO HEALTH CONCERNS AND RECOMMENDATIONS  Sponsored by the San Antonio chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas and SA Parks & Recreation Department Over 100 species of Texas native perennial and annual plants, grasses, shrubs, and trees to choose from, many not readily available in nurseries. Flowering plants are displayed by bloom color, shade/light preference, etc. Plants ...

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. If you’re interested in building a new pond or renovating an old one, our Pond Building Seminar is for you!  This seminar covers every aspect of pond construction, from general design and excavation techniques to specific pump and filter advice!  Bring your questions–we’ll be happy to answer them! Fee: $20 Call 210-659-5841 to reserve your ...

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Our 3rd Annual San Antonio Chicken Walk coop tour will be Saturday, April 4th, 2020.  This year’s tour starts at the Garcia Street Urban Farm (or anywhere, if you register online before tour day), and wraps up afterward at the same place for food, music, and door prizes.  Use the hashtag #SAChickenWalk to share your ...

CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 Free and open to the public.  The Native Plant Society of Texas-Boerne Chapter meeting begins at 6:30 PM with a native plant/seed exchange & social time, followed by the program at 7:00 PM.  For more information, go to https://npsot.org/wp/boerne/ Topic:  Restoring the Marsh at San Jacinto State Park The marsh played an important role in how ...

COVID-19 EVENT NOTICE Due to directions from the CDC in our current health situation, the WaterSaver Landscape Design School for April 11 will not take place.  As of today, the May 30 is still on the calendar and we will provide information on the status of this class as soon as possible. Our first WaterSaver Landscape Design School for 2020 ...

CANCELLED THE SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Join naturalist, Jessica Leslie on a walking butterfly workshop in the Old-Fashioned Gardens and on the Texas Native Trail.  Learn to identify resident and migrant butterflies as well as the plants they require for food and reproduction.  Jessica will help participants identify which plants will work in their landscapes ...

This event has been converted to a Webinar.  Registration is required. Join expert Patty Pasztor on a stroll along our native plant trail to experience plants indigenous to the area in their own environment, as well as in our native gardens.  Learn the Spanish-language names for the plants, what is edible, and how native plants are good for birds and ...

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Come with us in search of Texas wildflowers and other native plants.  9:00AM – Noon.  Moderate intensity hike; must be able to walk over rocky, uneven ground.  Open to ages 8 and up; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  No pets please.  Sturdy shoes, sun protection, and at least 1 liter of ...

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Surprise yourself as you make an incredible hanging basket for your home and learn tips to make and care for baskets of all sizes, sun or shade.  Join the fun and bring a friend! Instructor:  Laura Jarvis, CLT Laura has been in the green industry since the 70s and learned the art of basket making ...