Texan by Nature (TxN) partners with 130+ conservation organizations across Texas to accelerate conservation action and impact. TxN aggregates and distributes conservation news and events from the partner network to increase engagement and awareness in conservation efforts. Browse opportunities to get involved with TxN and TxN’s conservation partner network below and use the search bar to find events in your area. See a full list of TxN’s conservation partners HERE.
The Young Texan Ambassadors (YTA) program is designed to help young people develop leadership skills while emphasizing environmental stewardship and community building. The primary objective is to provide ambassadors with resources beyond regular school hours, allowing them to educate and raise awareness about litter prevention, environmentalism, and community organization. Texans between the ages of 15… Read More
Bring some friends or family for a morning walk in the park! We'll have a kite-making table at the Open Fields by the Blue Playground and bubbles. We'll also have a discovery table with nature items to help you learn about birds and other flying wildlife here at the park! Afterward, take a walk in… Read More
Free virtual workshop presented by Children in Nature Network featuring Heather Kuhlken, founder and executive director of Families in Nature and Denice Rochelle, founder and director of The Bronze Chapter. This workshop will focus on breaking down barriers to taking your family outside - including what to do when you finally get there!
As temperatures rise and heat waves become more frequent and intense because of climate change, it’s critical to understand how trees and other sources of shade affect temperatures and how children play, especially in under-resourced communities that often have higher temperatures, less nature access, and less supportive environments for physical activity than other communities. Further,… Read More
Black Women Who will be giving away over 50 life jackets to the community in hopes to save someone life this summer and beyond. We've partnered with Aquatic's department and several different organizations that'll be joining to assist us in making this event a success! The free life jackets are for adults and kids.
Commissary Is Very Necessary (CIVN) is partnered with Dallas College TexPrep to bring the students of Dallas-Forth Worth a summer camp for the gardens. CIVN and TexPrep are teaching students grades 3rd to 12th all about STEAM with Art Agriculture, basic gardening and hydroponics. Students have to the chance to learn about the environment this… Read More
For centuries, mathematicians, artists, and architects have studied and used the Fibonacci sequence to create meaningful projects and great works of art. This presentation will explain the origins of this amazing phenomenon, which can be found in our everyday experiences, and inspire viewers to have a greater appreciation for geometry, nature, and native plants. Please… Read More
Commissary Is Very Necessary (CIVN) is partnered with Dallas College TexPrep to bring the students of Dallas-Forth Worth a summer camp for the gardens. CIVN and TexPrep are teaching students grades 3rd to 12th all about STEAM with Art Agriculture, basic gardening and hydroponics. Students have to the chance to learn about the environment this… Read More
Commissary Is Very Necessary (CIVN) is partnered with Dallas College TexPrep to bring the students of Dallas-Forth Worth a summer camp for the gardens. CIVN and TexPrep are teaching students grades 3rd to 12th all about STEAM with Art Agriculture, basic gardening and hydroponics. Students have to the chance to learn about the environment this… Read More
Commissary Is Very Necessary (CIVN) is partnered with Dallas College TexPrep to bring the students of Dallas-Forth Worth a summer camp for the gardens. CIVN and TexPrep are teaching students grades 3rd to 12th all about STEAM with Art Agriculture, basic gardening and hydroponics. Students have to the chance to learn about the environment this… Read More
Commissary Is Very Necessary (CIVN) is partnered with Dallas College TexPrep to bring the students of Dallas-Forth Worth a summer camp for the gardens. CIVN and TexPrep are teaching students grades 3rd to 12th all about STEAM with Art Agriculture, basic gardening and hydroponics. Students have to the chance to learn about the environment this… Read More
In celebration of Pride Month and making our park inclusive and accessible, Phil Hardberger Park is hosting our first Pride Hike! All are invited to discover the beautiful trails within our park. Mr. David, Park Education Coordinator, will lead the group on a two-mile hike to the Land Bridge and back. Discover the diversity in… Read More