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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

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655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
972-474-9100

December 2016

NTMWD Board of Director’s Meeting

December 15, 2016 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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NTMWD Board of Director's Meetings are traditionally held on the fourth Thursday each month with adjustments made for holidays or other conflicts. Meetings are held at 501 E. Brown Street, Wylie, Texas in the Board Room and begin at 4:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted on the agenda. Conflicts of Interest in Accordance with HB 914.

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January 2017

NTMWD Board of Director’s Meeting

January 26, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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NTMWD Board of Director's Meetings are traditionally held on the fourth Thursday each month with adjustments made for holidays or other conflicts. Meetings are held at 501 E. Brown Street, Wylie, Texas in the Board Room and begin at 4:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted on the agenda. Conflicts of Interest in Accordance with HB 914.

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Member Cities Meeting

January 31, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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MEMBER CITIES MEETING TO DISCUSS POSSIBLE AMENDMENT TO WATER SUPPLY CONTRACT:  TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2017  at 10:00 A.M. Notice is hereby given pursuant to V.T.C.A., Government Code, Chapter 551, that the Board of Directors of North Texas Municipal Water District will host a special meeting, open to the public, on Tuesday, January 31, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., at the North Texas Municipal Water District offices, 501 E. Brown Street, Wylie, Texas. The meeting is intended to be a discussion among the NTMWD Member Cities…

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February 2017

NTMWD Board of Director’s Meeting

February 23, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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NTMWD Board of Director's Meetings are traditionally held on the fourth Thursday each month with adjustments made for holidays or other conflicts. Meetings are held at 501 E. Brown Street, Wylie, Texas in the Board Room and begin at 4:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted on the agenda. Conflicts of Interest in Accordance with HB 914.

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March 2017

NTMWD Board of Director’s Meeting

March 23, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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NTMWD Board of Director's Meetings are traditionally held on the fourth Thursday each month with adjustments made for holidays or other conflicts. Meetings are held at 501 E. Brown Street, Wylie, Texas in the Board Room and begin at 4:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted on the agenda. Conflicts of Interest in Accordance with HB 914.

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May 2017

Talking With The Eagles

May 6, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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$5.00

Get your eagle questions answered on a hike to the Eagle Tower with Wetland Stewards Kathy and Bill Nance. At the tower we will watch Bald Eagle activity and share information about the eagles. Come and go as you like, but be prepared to be on your feet for up to 2 hours! Bring a light weight chair if you plan to stay for awhile. Call 972-474-9100 or email: ldunn@wetlandcenter.com with any questions.

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June 2017

Walk & Talk Bird Tour – John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

June 12, 2017 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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The first Saturday of the month is a Walk & Talk Bird Tour. During this walk, you will learn how to use binoculars, field guides, keep a life-list and what to look for when identifying birds. DATES:  July 1, August 5 ACTIVITY LEVEL: beginner/intermediate

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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center Presents Family Movie Night

June 16, 2017 @ 7:30 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Jewels of the Air: Searching for Dragonflies

June 17, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Bunker’s Pond Trail Walk at the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

June 17, 2017 @ 10:00 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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The third Saturday of the month is a monthly Bunker's Pond Trail Walk. During this walk, you will learn about the natural and cultural history of the area along a 1.8-mile loop trail. This trail is great for families and those who are interested in learning about native trees, flowers, animals and anything else we find along the way! DATES:  June 17, July 15, August 19 ACTIVITY LEVEL: beginner/intermediate

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Tour The Wetland – East Fork Water Reuse Project

June 23, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Each tour will start with a brief overview of the East Fork Water Reuse Project and John Bunker Sands Wetland Center followed by a bus tour to see the diversion, pump station, and conveyance facilities. A boardwalk tour will round out the event, giving visitors a chance to see the wetland cells, plants and wildlife while learning about the Center’s educational resources. **This tour is NOT open to the general public. Invitations will be sent to city officials and staff.

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Project Aquatic Wild Workshop

June 29, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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$15.00
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July 2017

Walk & Talk Bird Tour – John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

July 1, 2017 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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The first Saturday of the month is a Walk & Talk Bird Tour. During this walk, you will learn how to use binoculars, field guides, keep a life-list and what to look for when identifying birds. DATES:  July 1, August 5 ACTIVITY LEVEL: beginner/intermediate

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JBS Summer Family Fun Days: Wasting Water is Weird

July 11, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Project WILD Educator Workshop

July 14, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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$15.00

Sign up now for the Project WILD Educator Workshop at the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center! You are invited to explore and share the fascinating world of wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities. Sample adaptable activities for all age levels. Receive Project WILD k-12 activity guide integrated with TEKS aligned core subject curricula. Earn SBEC teacher credit. Open to all classroom teachers, informal educators, home-school parents, and Scout and youth leaders. Registration due July 5, $15 pre-registration fee…

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Family Fun Movie Night at the JBS Wetland Center

July 14, 2017 @ 7:30 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Bunker’s Pond Trail Walk at the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

July 15, 2017 @ 10:00 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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The third Saturday of the month is a monthly Bunker's Pond Trail Walk. During this walk, you will learn about the natural and cultural history of the area along a 1.8-mile loop trail. This trail is great for families and those who are interested in learning about native trees, flowers, animals and anything else we find along the way! DATES:  June 17, July 15, August 19 ACTIVITY LEVEL: beginner/intermediate

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Project WET Educator Workshop

July 27, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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$15.00
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August 2017

Summer Family Fun Days!!

August 8, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Bunker’s Pond Trail Walk at the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

August 19, 2017 @ 10:00 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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The third Saturday of the month is a monthly Bunker's Pond Trail Walk. During this walk, you will learn about the natural and cultural history of the area along a 1.8-mile loop trail. This trail is great for families and those who are interested in learning about native trees, flowers, animals and anything else we find along the way! DATES:  June 17, July 15, August 19 ACTIVITY LEVEL: beginner/intermediate

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September 2017

Bunker’s Pond Trail Walk

September 16, 2017 @ 10:00 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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$5

Join us on the newly opened Bunker's Pond Trail and learn about the natural and cultural history of the area as we walk this 1.8 mile loop trail. The trail begins with a walk through a forested area to a true bottom land hardwood forest, then follows the East Fork on the Trinity River and ends on the Wetland levee roads. This trail is great for families and those who are interseted in learning about native trees, flowers, animals and…

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October 2017

Wings Over the Wetland 2017

October 28, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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November 2017

North Texas Regional Feral Hog Conference (Seagoville)

November 6, 2017 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Free
feral hog conference

  In partnership with the North Texas Municipal Water District, Tarrant Regional Water District, Trinity River Authority, and Upper Trinity Regional Water District, the North Central Texas Council of Governments would like to invite you to the North Texas Regional Feral Hog Conference. Join us as we convene policymakers, stakeholders, and experts to discuss opportunities for coordinated efforts in feral hog management. Plans that are established at the watershed level are more likely to reduce feral hog populations and produce…

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Visit the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center on Black Friday (Seagoville)

November 24, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Visit the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center on Black Friday and walk off that turkey dinner! The Wetland Center will joining the #optoutside movement started by REI. Instead of shopping inside the day after Thanksgiving, join us outside for bird watching, hiking and fresh air. The Wetland Center and grounds will be open on Friday, November 24, 2017 from 9:00am - 3:00pm. Entry is FREE!

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December 2017

Christmas Bird Count (Seagoville)

December 30, 2017 @ 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Come be part of the always exciting Christmas Bird Count. Some birding experience is recommended. This will mark our sixth year of CBC participation in a bird count that has been held across the nation since 1900. The count is important to us in preparing our wildlife management plan and to researchers and scientists worldwide. After a long but fun day of birding, we’ll gather back at the Wetland Center to tabulate sightings, enjoy dinner and swap bird tales. A report…

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February 2018

Wetland Center Highway Clean-Up (Seagoville)

February 17, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Join us for our 7th annual Adopt-a-Highway Clean-up. Come support the community that has been a great help to the Wetland Center. We have adopted two miles of roadway for clean-up. Find out who wins the prize for the "Most unusual thing found". Please let us know if you will be able to help. Contact Linda Dunn at 972-474-9100 .

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March 2018

Equipment & Techniques for Wildlife & Landscape Photography

March 3, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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$15

Equipment & Techniques for Wildlife and Landscape Photography with speaker David Hamblet. Topics Include: dSLR bodies lenses teleconverters filters tripods exposure manual focus histograms Zone System depth of field Register by emailing ldunn@wetlandcenter.com    

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Free Food…Wild Edibles (Seagoville)

March 17, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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$5.00

  On this walk Wetland Steward, Bob Richie, will share his passion for urban foraging. We’ll start with a quick botany lesson on how to positively identify the plants for  which we are looking. We will then search out and try some of the fresh and tasty offerings that grow naturally in the area and discuss some useful and medicinal plants that can be found as well. We will also sample some preserved foraged foods that Bob has collected throughout the year.

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May 2018

Mudbug Festival (Seagoville)

May 5, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Join Us on May 5th for our Mudbug Celebration 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center is bringing back the Mudbug Festival to celebrate American Wetlands Month. Wetlands are vital for wildlife habitat, natural filtration, and water supply. The Mudbug Festival is a FREE family fun day including live bluegrass music, live animal presentations, education & partnership booths, kid’s activities, face painting, eagle tours, food trucks, ice cream, crawfish, and much more. Click here for more…

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July 2018

On the Wild Side: Gardening for Wildlife (Seagoville)

July 21, 2018 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Native and adapted plants are not only beautiful, water-efficient additions to your landscape, but they can be useful tools to attract beneficial wildlife as well! Learn ways to attract and provide hab­itat for butterflies, song birds, hummingbirds, bees, and other animals that bring your landscape to life with activity! If you’d like to keep your landscape well-manicured, or if you take a more naturalistic approach, we have tips to meet your needs, suit your taste and capture your imagination! Register…

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August 2018

Water U Doing?: Water Efficient Sprinklers (Seagoville)

August 21, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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What are you doing for your landscape? Save water, money and time by giving your sprinkler system a “Spruce Up”.  Come learn how minor do it yourself repairs and simple irrigation tips can make a MAJOR impact on your water waste and your water bill. If you’ve got questions about your controller or how much your lawn and landscape really needs, we’ve got a stream of info to get your plants looking their best! Register Here

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September 2018

Seed Saving is the Bomb! (Seagoville)

September 15, 2018 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Seed Saving is the Bomb! (John Bunker Sands Wetland Center) Many of our native or adapted plants and wildflowers can be propagated easily by seed! Learn the basic challenges and rewards of seed saving including seed selection, harvesting strategies, germination and dormancy requirements, as well as planting times and techniques for successful reproduction of some of our favorite Texas plants! And the BEST part of this class- prepare to get your hands dirty, cause we’ll have a ball making our…

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October 2018

“Saving FROM a Rainy Day”: DIY Rain Barrel Class (Seagoville)

October 20, 2018 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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This class is a barrel of fun! Rainwater is the best water for your lawn, landscape or vegetable garden; Divert it, Save it, Use it! Come learn the basics and benefits of rainwater har­vesting and reduce the effect your stormwater has on the environment. Participants will learn how to collect and utilize rainwater at home. This class is hands on “DIY” where each participant will build and take home a 55-gallon rain barrel at $50 dollars each. Rain barrels are…

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December 2018

Annual Christmas Bird Count (Seagoville)

December 29, 2018 @ 5:30 am - 5:30 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Since the Audubon Christmas Bird Count began over a century ago, it has relied on the dedication of volunteers like you. Come join us Dec. 29 and help bird conservation. Over the years, we’ve had the opportunity to partner with the Trinity River Audubon Center (TRAC) in the annual Christmas Bird Count. It ’s hard to believe that this year will be the ninth year we have joined forces with TRAC in documenting the many bird species found in the area. On Saturday,…

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February 2019

Wetland Center Highway Cleanup (Seagoville)

February 2, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Join us for our 8th annual Adopt-a-Highway cleanup. Come support the community that has been a great help to the Wetland Center. We have adopted two miles of roadway for cleanup. Compete to win a prize for the Most Unusual Thing Found. We promise you’ll have a good time! Call 972-474-9100 or email ldunn@wetlandcenter.com Register

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March 2019

Bunker’s Pond Trail Walk (Seagoville)

March 16, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Join us on the newly opened Bunker's Pond Trail and learn about the natural and cultural history of the area as we walk this 1.8 mile loop trail. The trail begins with a walk through a forested area to a true bottom land hardwood forest, then follows the East Fork on the Trinity River and ends on the Wetland levee roads. This trail is great for families and those who are interested in learning about native trees, flowers, animals and…

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April 2019

Advanced Bird Walk (Seagoville)

April 6, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am
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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Beginning-Intermediate Walk & Talk Bird Tour - 1st Saturday Every Month Join us as we go on a walking bird tour and learn about the birds who live at the Wetland! Meet the tour leaders at the Wetland Center at 7:00a.m. With migration here, it is the perfect time to learn the basics of birding. In this beginner to immediate class, you will learn how to use binoculars, field guides, keep a life-list and what to look for when identifying…

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Talking With The Eagles (Seagoville)

April 6, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Eagle Tower Hike Get your eagle questions answered on a hike to the Eagle Tower with Wetland Stewards Kathy and Bill Nance. At the tower we will watch Bald Eagle activity and share information about the eagles. Come and go as you like, but be prepared to be on your feet for up to 2 hours! Bring a light weight chair if you plan to stay for awhile. Call 972-474-9100 or email ldunn@wetlandcenter.com with any questions.

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Let’s Talk Trades (Seagoville)

April 13, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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Free Food…Wild Edibles (Seagoville)

April 20, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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NTMWD Board of Directors Meeting

April 25, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
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NOTE: Today's meeting will be at the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center at 655 Martin Ln. Seagoville, TX 75159. NTMWD Board of Directors Meetings are traditionally held on the fourth Thursday each month with adjustments made for holidays or other conflicts. Meetings are held at 501 E. Brown Street, Wylie, Texas in the Board Room and begin at 4:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted on the agenda. Conflicts of Interest in Accordance with HB 914.

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May 2019

Walk & Talk Bird Tour (Seagoville)

May 4, 2019 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am
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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Beginning-Intermediate Walk & Talk Bird Tour – 1st Saturday Every Month Join us as we go on a walking bird tour and learn about the birds who live at the Wetland! Meet the tour leaders at the Wetland Center at 7:00a.m. With migration here, it is the perfect time to learn the basics of birding. In this beginner to immediate class, you will learn how to use binoculars, field guides, keep a life-list and what to look for when identifying…

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Mudbug Festival & Fun Run (Seagoville)

May 11, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
Free

The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center in Seagoville will be holding its annual Mudbug Festival and Fun Run on Saturday, May 11, 2019. This family fun event is a great opportunity to visit and enjoy the wetland. More Information Register  

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June 2019

Nature Studies for the Family! (Seagoville)

June 12, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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One event on August 21, 2019 at 10:00 am

John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$6.00

  Continue the fun all summer long. Wednesday, June 12th - Kids Survival Basics 2.0 - Back by popular demand and with new skills! Wednesday, June 26th - Under the Water's Surface: On the Hunt for Macros - Collect and learn about the critters in the wetland! Wednesday, July 10th - Complex Leaves for a Compound World - Discover the many shapes of a leaf. Wednesday, July 24th - Cattails: More Than Just A Hydrophyte - Discover just how many…

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Summer 2019 Teacher Workshop – Project WET (Seagoville)

June 27, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Project WET Education Workshop will have you exploring the fascinating world of water systems using fun, hands-on educational activities. See flyer for details. Call 972-474-9100 or email ldunn@wetlandcenter.com with any questions.

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Mudbug Trail Run (Seagoville)

June 29, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$20.00

Mudbug Trail Run has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 29, 2019 The storms were too much for our planned REI run day and have been rescheduled for June 29th at 8:00am. Come run with us! Put your trail legs on and test yourself at the 2nd REI Trail Run at the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center. Whether you're looking to run your first trail race or hit a personal best, this fun, light-hearted race will help you set your pace!…

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July 2019

Bat Walk & Stargazing (Seagoville)

July 9, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Join us July 9 from 7:30-11 p.m. for a night to remember exploring bats and cosmic wonders. Learn about the bat species of North Texas as well as their environmental importance and current conservation efforts. Then walk through the wetland with scientific equipment to determine the presence of bats. You might even see one in flight! Back inside, make your own s'mores (ingredients provided!) before the next part of the evening begins. As it gets darker, Steward Tom Fleming will…

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Summer 2019 Teacher Workshop – Project Wild (Seagoville)

July 11, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Project WILD Education Workshop will have you exploring the fascinating world of wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities. See flyer for details. Call 972-474-9100 or email ldunn@wetlandcenter.com with any questions.

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August 2019

Summer Professional Development – Texas Aquatic Science (Seagoville)

August 1, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$20.00

Texas Aquatic Science is a comprehensive aquatic science curriculum, from molecules to ecosystems, and headwaters to ocean, for middle school and high school students. This workshop is designed to introduce the curriculum, how to best use the activities and supplemental material which enhances the curriculum. See flyer for details. Call 972-474-9100 or email ldunn@wetlandcenter.com with any questions.

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September 2019

Guided Boardwalk Tour (Seagoville)

September 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

What better way to enjoy the wetland than by getting into the wetland via our boardwalk. Join a Wetland Staff member for a guided walk and learn about the many cool things happening in the wetland. Learn about the mammals, birds, amphibian and plants that call the wetland their home. Wear a hat, bring some insect repellent and a water bottle, and you will be off for an adventure. No reservations required!  Free with $5 admission, Members Free

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December 2019

Celebrate Sunrise Saturday’s (Seagoville)

December 21, 2019 @ 7:25 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Celebrate Sunrise Saturdays at the wetland, pastries and coffee. What could be sweeter?  Join us to greet the sunrise on the third Saturdays of October through December! We’ll welcome the sun with complimentary coffee and breakfast pastries. This event is free with admission. Bring your camera and capture the beauty of the sunrise over the wetland.Sunrise Saturdays at JBS is a special event you won’t want to miss!

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February 2020

Skeletons of Winter (Seagoville)

February 1, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Guided Tree Walk with Bob Richie Trees are often forgotten in winter, but they still have amazing stories to tell! Join Wetland Steward and Master Naturalist Bob Richie as you learn to identify trees without their leaves.You will learn ways to identify different species when they are not in leaf or bloom, understand basic tree ecology and enjoy the beauty of the wetland in winter. Saturday, February 1st, 1:00 –3:00 Cost: $10.00 per person | $5.00 for members Reservation Required …

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June 2020

Family Fun Days Summer 2020

June 10, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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One event on August 26, 2020 at 10:00 am

John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$9.00

Join us for Family Fun Days, a series of classes designed for children 6-12 years old, all with hands-on, get-in-the-outdoors activities. From building fires to collecting rocks, come for one or all the classes to learn the importance of the outdoors to our life! All classes are on Wednesday. June 10         Before the S'Mores - Learn the basics of fire building. June 17         We Love Bats! - Bats are amazing mammals; come and …

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Project WILD Workshop (Seagoville)

June 11, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$20.00

We invite you to explore and share the fascinating world of wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities.  Sample adaptable activities for all age levels Receive Project WILD k-12 activity guide integrated with core subject curricula and TEKS aligned Earn 6 hours CPE and TEEAC teacher credit Open to all classroom teachers, informal educators, home-school parents, and Scout and youth leaders Cost of the Workshop is $20.00. Registration is due by June 5th, 2020 and participants are limited to…

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July 2020

Project Learning Tree (PLT) (Seagoville)

July 2, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$30.00

Project Learning Tree (PLT) is an award-winning environmental education program that uses the forest as a “window on the world” to understand our complex environment, to stimulate critical thinking and to make informed decisions  Benefits Include:  PreK-8th grade Curriculum Guide with 96+ ready-made Environmental Education lessons Includes background info & lessons Reduces teaching prep time 6 CPE and TEEAC credits available Learn more about Project Learning Tree at: https://www.plt.org/ Partial funding for this workshop made possible by the JBS Teacher…

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September 2020

Walk & Talk Bird Tour Copy

September 5, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am
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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Join us as we go on a walking bird tour and learn about the birds that live at the wetland. Meet the tour leaders at the Wetland Center at 7 a.m. It’s the perfect way to learn the basics of birding. In this beginner-to-immediate class, you’ll learn how to use binoculars and field guides, keep a lifelist and what to look for when identifying birds. Enjoy a relaxing morning learning more about the fastest-growing spectator sport in America. Binoculars and…

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Before the S’mores: Wetland on the Rocks

September 18, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Ever heard about the sea that once covered the Great State of Texas? Unearth Texas’s history as we learn about basic geological events that created some of the unique formations we see today. Principal Geologist of American Coal, Benson Chow, will speak on the timeline of the Trinity River Basin and the education team will have activities ready for kids to learn geology basics and "how rocks roll!" With a name like Wetland on the Rocks, we will have margarita's…

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October 2020

Before the S’mores: WILD About Bats!

October 30, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$15.00

Come celebrate the awesomeness of bats! They are naturally helpful to our Earth and they need our protection. Experience a stroll on the boardwalk at night as you enjoy the darkness of the wetland. Have some fun and dress up in your favorite bat or Halloween costume. Agave is often pollinated by bats, so we will celebrate by having a bat friendly tequila beverage available for purchase. Register Here

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November 2020

Before the S’mores: Native Furs & Feathers of Texas

November 20, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$15.00

Join us in November as we learn about our favorite Texas native feathered and fur bearing friends. We will have a live feathered friend here to visit with and a family craft for all to participate in. Enjoy a cool weather boardwalk, campfire songs, s’mores, and some Wild Turkey liquid refreshment for an additional fee. Register Here

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December 2020

Walk & Talk Bird Tour

December 5, 2020 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am
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One event on February 6, 2021 at 7:00 am

John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Join us as we go on a walking bird tour and learn about the birds that live at the wetland. Meet the tour leaders at the Wetland Center at 7 a.m. It’s the perfect way to learn the basics of birding. In this beginner-to-immediate class, you’ll learn how to use binoculars and field guides, keep a lifelist and what to look for when identifying birds. Enjoy a relaxing morning learning more about the fastest-growing spectator sport in America. Binoculars and…

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Before the S’mores: Holiday Art with Nature!

December 18, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$15.00

Celebrate the winter holidays with us at the Wetland! Join us for a down-to-earth celebration singing carols, drinking hot chocolate around the campfire, and enjoying a special visit by Father Christmas. Try your hand at some natural art for this gift giving season and learn how cart can be seen in nature. Dress warm for tonight's campfire and Christmas Carol sing-a-long! Hot toddies are available for those who wish to purchase them. Register Here

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January 2021

Let’s Go Birding! (Seagoville)

January 2, 2021
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
Free

If you are an experienced birder, join us for the always exciting Audubon Christmas Bird Count. We’ll be moving fast, identifying and counting the many species in our wetland. (In last year’s count, we ID’d 133 species and more than 142,000 individual birds.) This will mark our 11th year of partnering with Trinity River Audubon Center in southeastern Dallas in a bird count that has been held across the nation since 1900. The count is important to us in preparing…

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February 2021

9th Annual Wetland Center Highway Clean-Up (Seagoville)

February 20, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Click Here to let us know you are coming! The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center will be holding its 9th Annual Adopt-a-Highway Clean-up of FM 1389. Come out to support your community that has been a great help to the Wetland Center. Find out who wins the prize for the “Most Unusual Thing Found” and have fun at the Pizza Party at the Center after the pick-up! Donuts and Coffee in the morning as well!

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March 2021

Walk & Talk Bird Tour (Seagoville)

March 6, 2021 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am
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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

For beginning and intermediate birders. But all are welcome! When: First Saturday of the month Time: 7 a.m.-9 a.m. Cost: Free with $5 admission; members free Registration: Not required — just show up! Note: This program will be canceled if it’s raining. We’ll let you know on Facebook. Join us as we go on a walking bird tour and learn about the birds that live at the wetland. Meet the tour leaders at the Wetland Center at 7 a.m. It’s…

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Trash Talk! Join Us March 27 for Our Rescheduled Annual Highway Cleanup (Seagoville)

March 27, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
Free

We wish the trash had melted away with the snow, but it's only piled up higher on FM1389, the gateway to JBS. Help beautify the community that's been so good to us. Start the day with breakfast snacks, enjoy lunch after the cleanup and bask in the good feeling that comes with community service. Sign up here!

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April 2021

Eat Your Way Around the Wetland April 24 at Wild Edibles – Nature’s Bounty! )(Seagoville)

April 24, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

Wetland Steward Bob Richie will share his passion for urban foraging. We’ll start with a quick botany lesson on how to positively identify the plants we'll be looking for. Then we'll search out and try some of the fresh and tasty offerings that grow naturally in the area, discussing the practical and medicinal uses of them. Bob Richie is a Dallas native who raises bees, chickens, rabbits, cats and dogs. He likes almost everything outdoors. An amateur naturalist since an…

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June 2021

Nature Storytime – Seagoville

June 8, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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One event on August 24, 2021 at 10:00 am

John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159
$6.00

Do your little ones enjoy being in nature? Come and join us as your 3-5 yr. old learns how to appreciate nature through story books and exploration. Making a craft, singing songs and hands on activities are all part of the fun. All classes are held on Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00, Cost is $6.00/child. June 8 - Owls are the theme of today! Join us as we learn about how special owls are in the book “Owl Moon.” An owl craft and…

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8th JBS Annual “Talking with the Eagles” Eagle Walk (Seagoville)

June 12, 2021 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln.
Seagoville, TX 75159

 Join us this year for a special eagle walk led by Director John DeFillipo and Master Naturalist/Wetland Steward Kathy Nance, and Wetland Steward Bill Nance. Get an in-depth history of the eagles from John, as Bill and Kathy focus their camera lens on the nest and share their view via a computer screen. Approximately 1,200 feet from the new Nest Tree, we will watch Bald Eagle activity and share information about the eagles and answer questions. You will be out…

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