Predators: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
October 2, 2009
Todd Swift (Blanco County AgriLife Extension Agent) has arranged to have Jim Gallagher of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service in Uvalde speak at our Sixth Annual Pedernales Wildlife Management Coop meeting, to be held at 4:00 pm Saturday, October 24th, in the PEC Auditorium in Johnson City.
Dr. Gallagher will be speaking on “Predators and the Economic and Environmental/Ecological Considerations in Dealing and Living with Our Two and Four Legged Predators.”
Jim Gallagher has worked in forestry, range, animal science, and wildlife during his career including four years as a biologist, administrator, and game warden for the US Army and ten years with the Texas Parks and Wildlife before joining Agrilife Extension in 2006.
Dr. Gallagher has his Bachelor of Science degree from the State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse New York (where he grew up hunting and fishing in the Adirondack Mountains). His Master of Science and PhD in Wildlife and Fisheries Science he received from Texas A&M University. Dr. Gallagher is a TAMU Assistant Professor and Extension Wildlife Specialist in the Wildlife and Fisheries Science Department.
As with our five previous meetings and speakers, we are inviting the public to join us at the Pedernales Wildlife Management Coop meeting.
Open Invitation: After the meeting, you are invited to join us at the Double HH Ranch for dinner. You must RSVP in time for food planning – Romelia and Harris Greenwood (830) 868-4528.
If there is anyone that you wish to include at the dinner after the Meeting , please advise Todd Swift or the Greenwoods when you RSVP by adding their full names, addresses, e-mail addresses and phone numbers so we can include them in future correspondence. Anyone wishing to help out with the food can bring a dozen fresh cookies for dessert to share with all.
Your support and interest in the Pedernales Wildlife Management Coop is appreciated, and we look forward to seeing you at the PEC Auditorium on October 24th to welcome Jim Gallagher and learn more about these predators on our ranches and their place in the balance of nature.
photo credit: Michael Kwan (Freelancer)
Todd Swift Blanco County AgriLife Extension Agent has arranged to have Jim Gallagher of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service in Uvalde speak at our SIXTH ANNUAL PEDERNALES WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT COOP MEETING to be held at 4:00 pm Saturday, October 24th, in the PEC Auditorium in Johnson City. Jim Gallagher has worked in forestry, range, animal science, and wildlife during his career including four years as a biologist, administrator, and game warden for the US Army and ten years with the Texas Parks and Wildlife before joining Agrilife Extension in 2006. Dr. Gallagher will be speaking on “Predators and the Economic and Environmental/Ecological Considerations in Dealing and Living with Our Two and Four Legged Predators”. Dr. Gallagher has his Bachelor of Science degree from the State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse New York (where he grew up hunting and fishing in the Adirondack Mountains). His Master of Science and PhD in Wildlife and Fisheries Science he received from Texas A&M University. Dr. Gallagher is a TAMU Assistant Professor and Extension Wildlife Specialist in the Wildlife and Fisheries Science Department. Please “SAVE THE DATE” AND PLAN TO ATTEND OUR SIXTH ANNUAL PEDERNALES WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT COOP MEETING AT 4:00 pm On October 24th..
As with our five previous meetings and speakers, we are inviting the public to join us at the Pedernales Wildlife Management Coop meeting. After the meeting, we are inviting members/supporters/advisors/ consultants of our Coop who receive a copy of this letter and their spouses/ lady friends/gentlemen and significant others to join us at the Double HH Ranch for dinner after the meeting PROVIDED THEY RSVP TO ROMELIA AND HARRIS GREENWOOD AT (830) 868-4528 IN TIME FOR THEM TO PLAN ENOUGH FOOD FOR ALL. If there is anyone that you wish to include at the dinner after the Meeting , please advise Todd Swift or the Greenwoods when you RSVP by adding their full names, addresses, e-mail addresses and phone numbers so we can include them in future correspondence. Anyone wishing to help out with the food can bring a dozen fresh cookies for dessert to share with all.
We appreciate your support and interest in the Pedernales Wildlife Management Coop and look forward to seeing you at the PEC Auditorium on October 24th to welcome Jim Gallagher and learn more about these predators on our ranches and their place in the balance of nature.
Texas: The State of Flowing Water
February 11, 2009
The newly released documentary, Texas: The State of Flowing Water airs Thursday, February 12th on PBS. Check local listings for the time in your area.
Part 4 of the Texas Parks and Wildlife series on water resources in Texas airs this week. In this installment, the impact of population growth and climate change are considered while examining Texas rivers and streams.
For more details about the documentary see: http://texasthestateofwater.org/. The DVD is also available for purchase.
Blanco County Master Gardeners to Host Dr. Baron Rector
January 30, 2009
The water in our aquifers, creeks and rivers is heavily influenced by land use practices. One of the most important ways we can protect the quality and supply of water is through prudent management of our grasslands. Preserve Our Water is please to help promote this important educational event being held by the Blanco County Master Gardeners.
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When Did You Last Test Your Water Well?
May 4, 2008
When Did You Last Test Your Water Well?
Wells should be tested annually. The Blanco County office of Texas AgriLife Extension is sponsoring a water well screening day for area residents on May 6th at the Blanco County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall.
Samples should be submitted between 8am and 5pm on Monday, May 5th at either of the following locations:
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