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October 1, 2025
Naturalist's Notes
Teresa Shumaker
The Curious Case of a Cryptid in the Park - ...

This time of year is perfect for exploring the imagination. Mr. David took some time to explore what a cryptid in Phil Hardberger Park would be like, and his imagination created the Flutterfox. 

The Curious Case of a Cryptid in the Park - Fictional Story
August 17, 2023
Teresa Shumaker
Fall Bird Migration has Begun!

Fall Bird Migration has Begun!

Fall Bird Migration has Begun!
July 26, 2023
Teresa Shumaker
The Notable Unnoticed: Moths

Did you know that Phil Hardberger Park is home to perhaps hundreds of moths? In honor of Moth Week, let’s learn something about our nocturnal neighbors.

The Notable Unnoticed: Moths
June 2, 2023
Naturalist's Notes
Teresa Shumaker
The Importance of Snags

Learn about the importance of dead trees, called snags, in the ecosystem.

The Importance of Snags
May 26, 2023
Teresa Shumaker
Wings in the Wildscape Demonstration Garden: A ...

Patsy Kuentz offers a brief history of the Wildscape Demonstration Garden at Phil Hardberger Park, followed by a photographic perspective on how the native plants provide native fauna with food, shelter, and a safe place to raise their families.

Wings in the Wildscape Demonstration Garden: A Story in Photos
Teresa Shumaker
July 3, 2020
Virtual Talk

Virtual Nature Talk: Landscaping with Natives

Teresa Shumaker
July 3, 2020
Virtual Talk
Virtual Nature Talk: Landscaping with Natives

On June 27, Joan Miller of the Native Plant Society of Texas, San Antonio Chapter (NPSOT-SA) and Drake White of the Nectar Bar let a virtual Nature Walk live on Facebook.

Tagged: bees, native bees, nature talk

Teresa Shumaker
June 26, 2020
Virtual Talk

Virtual Nature Talk: Identifying Bees

Teresa Shumaker
June 26, 2020
Virtual Talk
Virtual Nature Talk: Identifying Bees

On June 20, Aj and Annie Talamantes spoke about the different types of bees that can be found in Central Texas. Learn the difference between honey bees and native bees, and how to identify them.

Tagged: bees, native bees, nature talk

Teresa Shumaker
June 22, 2020
starting out wild

Virtual Starting Out Wild: Cactus

Teresa Shumaker
June 22, 2020
starting out wild
Virtual Starting Out Wild: Cactus

Wendy Drezek performs her Starting Out: Grasses class in a condensed form for children to learn about nature at home.

Tagged: starting out wild, children in nature, deer

Teresa Shumaker
June 19, 2020
Virtual Talk

Virtual Nature Talk: Introduction to Birding

Teresa Shumaker
June 19, 2020
Virtual Talk
Virtual Nature Talk: Introduction to Birding

Internationally known birding educators, Tom and Patsy Inglet, host a birding presentation for the whole family. Learn the basics of birding and using binoculars to see local birds.

Tagged: nature talk, nature learning, birds, birding

Teresa Shumaker
June 8, 2020
starting out wild, Virtual Talk

Virtual Starting Out Wild: Deer

Teresa Shumaker
June 8, 2020
starting out wild, Virtual Talk
Virtual Starting Out Wild: Deer

Until we are able to meet in person again, you can keep your little ones engaged with nature through our Virtual Starting Out Wild classes. Wendy Drezek has filmed the first virtual class “Deer, Oh, Deer.”

Tagged: starting out wild, children in nature, deer

Teresa Shumaker
June 8, 2020
Naturalist's Notes

Katydid calls

Teresa Shumaker
June 8, 2020
Naturalist's Notes
Katydid calls

Summer insects generate a familiar chorus heard while walking trails or spending an evening on the front porch. Katydids are one and are named after the song of the common katydid found in Eastern North America.

Teresa Shumaker
June 3, 2020
Naturalist's Notes

Tarantula Hawk Wasp

Teresa Shumaker
June 3, 2020
Naturalist's Notes

It is hard to think of a creature that is more formidable than a tarantula, but the tarantula hawk wasp fits that profile.

Tagged: nature, insects

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Oct 1, 2025
The Curious Case of a Cryptid in the Park - Fictional Story
Oct 1, 2025

This time of year is perfect for exploring the imagination. Mr. David took some time to explore what a cryptid in Phil Hardberger Park would be like, and his imagination created the Flutterfox. 

Read More →
Oct 1, 2025
Aug 17, 2023
Fall Bird Migration has Begun!
Aug 17, 2023

Fall Bird Migration has Begun!

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Aug 17, 2023
Jul 26, 2023
The Notable Unnoticed: Moths
Jul 26, 2023

Did you know that Phil Hardberger Park is home to perhaps hundreds of moths? In honor of Moth Week, let’s learn something about our nocturnal neighbors.

Read More →
Jul 26, 2023
Jun 2, 2023
The Importance of Snags
Jun 2, 2023

Learn about the importance of dead trees, called snags, in the ecosystem.

Read More →
Jun 2, 2023
May 26, 2023
Wings in the Wildscape Demonstration Garden: A Story in Photos
May 26, 2023

Patsy Kuentz offers a brief history of the Wildscape Demonstration Garden at Phil Hardberger Park, followed by a photographic perspective on how the native plants provide native fauna with food, shelter, and a safe place to raise their families.

Read More →
May 26, 2023
Apr 10, 2023
Help Your Park this Earth Day and Everyday!
Apr 10, 2023

Earth Day is Thursday, April 22. However, just because it is set on one day doesn’t mean we can’t do something to improve our world every day. If you are interested, here are a couple of ways that you can give back in Phil Hardberger Park

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Apr 10, 2023
Feb 14, 2023
Black Vulture preening Crested Caracara
Feb 14, 2023

Birder, photographer, and park visitor Lora Reynolds captured this exciting behavior earlier this month in the park: a Black Vulture preening a Crested Caracara.

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Feb 14, 2023
Feb 3, 2023
Photos of Ice in the Park
Feb 3, 2023

Park Visitor and Photographer John Dickinson sent us some wonderful photos of the park during our ice storm this week.

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Feb 3, 2023
Nov 1, 2022
Fall Colors in Central Texas
Nov 1, 2022

Every fall I am inspired by the beautiful color change in our Natural Areas….

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Nov 1, 2022
Jun 28, 2022
Nature Journaling
Jun 28, 2022

Have you ever tried nature journaling? It is a great opportunity to deepen your experiences in nature and practice academic skills in a fun, no-pressure way.

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Jun 28, 2022

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