Audubon Society. Its Primary Feb/Mar/Apr, 2016 Bexar Tracks · 2020-01-22 · Page 2 Feb-Mar-Apr 2016 Bexar Tracks Mark your calendars! It almost time for: April 29-May 1 Fredericksburg,

Feb. 20, 20162-3:30 PM San Antonio Museum of ArtMuseum tour: Birds in Art

Birds have long been a source of inspirationthroughout history, influencing both ancient andcontemporary cultures. This tour will focus on thenatural word and cultures that have long been in-spired by birds, and the desire to meaningfully con-

nect with the natural world. Limited space; RSVPRequired. Call (210) 207-3782 or email:

[email protected]. Group admission: $5per Adult and $4 per Senior (65+). Free parking; meetin the Great Hall. Following the tour, group coffee andconversation at Rosella Coffee, one block from theMuseum.

Feb. 18, 20166:30 PM TriPoint, NW corner of 281 & N. St. Marys

Birds of Colonial LatinAmerica:

The Ornithological Studies ofFray Bernardino de Sahagún and

Bishop Martínez Compañόn

by Dr. Marion Oettinger, Curator of Latin American Art, San Antonio Museum of Art

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Bexar Audubon Societyis a chapter of the NationalAudubon Society. Its Primarygoals are to promote speciesand habitat conservation andenvironmental education in thecommunity.

Save the date: BAS May 19 Program: Bill Lindemann–birder, naturalist,& writer.

BEXAR AUDUBON PROGRAMS & FIELD TRIPSFeb-Mar-Apr— Programs Free and Open to Public

For the latest news & updates visit our website at www.bexaraudubon.org.

NOTE: No 3rd Thurs.program in Mar. & Apr.

Colonial studies of the natu-ral history of Latin Americaare rare. This informal talk provides insight into twoground-breaking studies related to 16th centuryMexico by the Franciscan Fray Bernardino de Sa-hagún (1499-1590) and 18th century Peru byBishop Baltasar Jaime Martínez Compañόn (1737-1797). Both scholars produced monumental manu-scripts on the natural history of their areas that werepublished centuries later. Both of these works con-tain valuable illustrated information on the life ofbirds. Co-sponsored by Bexar Audubon Societyand the San Antonio Natural Areas. See info on fol-low-up Field Trip to the Museum for Birds In Art tour!

Dr. Oettinger is a cultural anthropologist, avid birder, and Curator of Latin American Artat the San Antonio Museum of Art. Oettinger has lived and worked in various parts ofthe Latin world for over twenty-five years, conducting research in Mexico, Central andSouth America, Spain, and countries of the Caribbean. He is the author of numerousbooks and articles and has lectured widely throughout the United States, Europe andLatin America.

Joint Bexar and San Antonio Audubon Programs7 PM The First Tee/915 E. Mulberry

Thurs. Mar. 3: Golden-cheeked Warbler GeneticsDr. Giri Athrey, Texas A&M

Thurs. Apr. 7: Teaming with Wildlife

Richard Heilbrun, Texas Parks & Wildlifedetails on our website: bexaraudubon.org

20th Anniversary!This year’s festival will fea-ture keynote speaker CarterSmith, Executive Director ofthe Texas Parks and WildlifeDepartment. Twentieth an-niversary special events in-clude a luncheonpresentation by Tom Stehn,retired U.S.Whooping Crane

Coordinator; a photography exhibit and receptionwith photographer Zhongjie Zheng from China; anevening painting and wine pairing class; and a fam-ily birding field trip.World renowned crane expert, Dr. George Archibald,will be one of the featured speak-ers at The University of Texas Ma-rine Science Institute, along withrepresentatives from the differentWhooping Crane populationsacross North America. Additionalfestival events include boat toursto the Aransas National WildlifeRefuge to observe Whooping Cranes, guided fieldtrips, interactive workshops and seminars, and a na-ture-related trade show. www.whoopingcranefestival.org

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Mark your calendars! It almost time for:April 29-May 1

Fredericksburg, TXBirding, programs, exhibits,& nature activities for all ages.

Visit their web page at: wingsoverthehills.org

San Antonio Natural Areas 2nd SaturdayPrograms

Programs co-sponsored by Bexar Audubon Society

Saturday Feb. 13 8:30am-12:30pm Friedrich Wilderness ParkCreating a Texas WildscapeNative plants with special features can create a beauti-ful landscape that produces a haven for interestingbirds and butterflies. Learn how to create a design onpaper, what features to incorporate, as well as somecommon drought-hardy plants to include—you’ll beamazed at what you can create! Presented by JuditGreen, Urban Wildlife Biologist with Texas Parks andWildlife for over 20 years. Saturday, March 12 10am-2pm Friedrich Wilderness ParkThe Art of Nature: Capturing the South TexasLandscapeArtistic expression expands, sharpens, and deepensour perception and appreciation of nature. Participantswill spend time observing and sketching from naturealong the trails of Friedrich Wilderness Park whilelearning about artists who have long been inspired bythe Texas landscape. Bring your own sketchpad ordrawing paper; camp stools and art materials provided.Instructor will assist with techniques and ideas to helpcreate a composition. All levels welcome.

Both programs: RSVP required. A donation of $3.00per person is suggested. For more information, email:[email protected], or call 210-207-3782.

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April 16 9am-3pm, San Antonio Botanical CenterCome visit with us at the Bexar Audubon booth -we're offering bird walks every hour. Learn also howto enter your bird sightings into eBird! We needhelpers to sit at the table and help kids make book-marks with nature stickers, etc. Email [email protected] if you'd like to help. Noexperience necessary!

SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, April 9 7-9 PM (time subject to change)Spring fundraiser to benefit MitchellLake Audubon Center. Enjoy food anddrinks in this lovely outdoor setting atthe Center. The event is invite only andindividual tickets start at $100. If inter-ested in attending to help supportMitchell Lake Audubon Center habitat &

programs, please contact [email protected] and ask to beadded to the Wine in the Wetlands invitation list. We hope you'lljoin us for this special event!

Calendar of EventsFeb. 20 10-11:30am Critter Talk Animals come in allshapes and sizes! Come see a variety up close andhands-on with master naturalist, Tom Kinsey.For more information, call us at 210-268-1639.Cost: Non-members: $6 for adults / $3 for childrenMLAC Members: FreeFeb. 27 9a-noon Birding Basics Learn about birds, theirhabitat, identification techniques, and binocular use in thisintro to birding. Non-Members $10. Members FREEMar. 5 9-11am Nature Journaling A literary experienceto reveal self through nature journaling for adults and ed-ucators. Non-Members $10 Members $5Mar. 12 9a-noon Going Beyond Birding Basics Inter-mediate classroom and guided practice birding with afocus on the principles and pitfalls of field identification.Non-Members $10 Members $5

April 16 8-11am Caminada de Fiesta A Europeanstyle volksmarch consisting of a 10K or5K walk along our nature trails androads  an official Fiesta 2016 Event!Non-Members $6, Members $3.

Weekly BirdingBirding tours are $8 per person for non-members, $3 for MLACmembers. No reservation necessary

Every 2nd Tuesday morning of the month at 8 amFirst 4 Sunday mornings of the month at 8 am

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Updates, calendar events, videos, things to read & ponder at www.bexaraudubon.org. Sign up for email updates!

MLAC is located at 10750 Pleasanton Road. Take the Mour-sund Road exit from Loop 410. Head South approx. .7 mileand the gate is on your left (east). Phone: 210-628-1639

Support your local Audubon Nature Center!Let them know if you’d like to volunteer.

mitchelllake.audubon.org

We’re looking for a volunteer Newsletter editor toedit Bexar Tracks! We publish electronically and inprint. Experience with a page layout program amust. Interested? email Greg Pasztor at: [email protected]

San Antonio Zoo Monarch FestCelebrating Monarchs, milk-weed, and migration

Mark your calendars for theZoo's first-ever Monarch Festhappening March 4th through

6th from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. In partnership with SanAntonio Mayor Ivy Taylor's Monarch Pledge, YOURSan Antonio Zoo is hosting a three-day festival cele-brating all things Monarchs, Milkweed and Migration.Receive FREE milkweed seeds, participate in fungames and crafts, and learn how you can help pre-vent the extinction of the monarch butterfly. Event isfree with Zoo admission.

49 Mayors Join Launch of NWF’s Mayors'Monarch Pledge Dec.16,2015 //reported by: Linda ArguetaThe National Wildlife Federation today announced 49 mayors in16 states have taken the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge, launching anational campaign asking mayors to commit their cities to a se-ries of specific actions to make their urban habitat friendlier tothe declining monarch butterfly and other wildlife. Among the firstwave of pledge signers are Ivy Taylor, mayor of San Antonio(America’s 7th-largest city), Mike Rawlings, mayor of Dallas(9th), Steve Adler of Austin (11th), Betsy Price of Fort Worth(16th), Mick Cornett of Oklahoma City (27th) and Francis Slay ofSt. Louis (60th).“By taking the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge, these leaders are set-ting an example of how every American can help save this iconicspecie, while also ensuring future generations can enjoy theirspectacular metamorphosis and migration” said Collin O’Mara,president and CEO of the National Wildlife Federation. “If we allwork together — individuals, communities, farmers, land man-agers, mayors and local, state, and federal agencies — we canreverse the monarch decline and ensure every American childhas a chance to experience amazing monarchs in their commu-nities.” From the NWF website where you can read more at: www.nwf.org

Bexar Audubon SocietyPO Box 6084San Antonio, TX 78209-0084

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Membership and Support for Your Environmental Voice in Our Community Bexar Audubon welcomes new members to join Audubon through the chapter. This brings 100 percent

of the first year’s dues directly back to support local work. The same applies to gift membershipsplaced through the chapter. Your additional tax deductible donation is greatly appreciated!Give $20 or more to become a member

Membership benefits include: •6 issues of the stunningly illustrated Audubon magazine;•Invitations to birding events, volunteer opportunities, and programs.

New members please fill out the following form, print it, & mail with your payment.

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Make checks payable to “Bexar Audubon Society” and mail to: Bexar Audubon Society PO Box 6084 San Antonio TX 78209-0084

Renewals: Please make your check to NationalAudubon Society and mail to: NAS, Inc., 225 Varick Street; New York, NY 10014.Toll free Membership services number: 844-428-3826

Bexar Audubon Field tripSaturday, April 23, 8 am.

Hike to look & listen for Golden-cheeked Warblersin the Natural Areas. Call 210-837-0577 or email:

[email protected] for details!