Days at Dogwood Canyon

The Scoop on Poop

Summary: Yuck! Bird poop! Bird poop is more than just a nuisance. Just ask scientists studying birds. What are we learning from poop? Join Kiersten as she tells you about some of the latest research involving bird poop and how it's helping Audubon protect birds. 
 
Show Notes: 
"The Scoop on Poop," by Jenny KcKee. Audubon Magazine, Summer 2022
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
National Audubon: https://www.audubon.org/
 
 

Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Red-shouldered Hawk

Summary: The Red-shouldered Hawk is a magnificent bird that can be seen at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center in Cedar Hill, TX. 
 
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon

Cedar Hill's Nature and Open Spaces

Summary: Join Kiersten from Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center and Katie Christman from Cedar Hill as they talk about Cedar Hill’s Nature and Open Spaces Office of their Parks and Recreation Department.
 
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Cedar Hill Parks and Recreation Department: https://cedarhilltx.com/222/Parks-Recreation
July Parks and Rec Month: https://cedarhilltx.com/2127/July--National-Park-and-Recreation-Month
                                                                                                                                       

Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Little Bluestem

Summary: Little Bluestem is a Texas native grass that has so much to offer to both your garden and the ecosystem. 
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center https://www.wildflower.org

Audubon Texas: Share the Shore

Summary: We are joined by two guest speakers to talk about Share the Shore and how we can make a difference for the Black Skimmer in Galveston.
 
Show Notes:
Audubon Texas Share the Shore: https://tx.audubon.org/conservation/share-shore
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory: https://www.gcbo.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon

Days at Dogwood Canyon :Trails

Summary: Looking for a great place to get outside and enjoy some hiking trails? You found it! Take a walk with us at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center.
 
Show notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
USFWS Federal Wildlife laws: https://www.fws.gov/laws
TPWD State Wildlife Laws: https://tpwd.texas.gov/education/hunter-education/online-course/wildlife-conservation/threatened-endangered-and-protected-animals
 

Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Butterfly Weed

Summary: This native plant is one of our favorites! It's beautiful, easy to grow, drought tolerant, and great for the environment. 
 
Show Notes: 
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center https://www.wildflower.org

Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Painted Bunting

Summary: The Painted Bunting is a spring and summer resident at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center. Join us to learn all about this beautiful migratory bird!
Show Notes:
https://dogwood.audubon.org/
https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
https://www.audubon.org/bird-guide
Song provided by National Audubon Society Bird Song Collection, Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
 

Days at Dogwood Canyon: First Saturdays

Summary: Looking for something new to do on your Saturday? Join us at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center every First Saturday for some outdoor and indoor adventures!
 
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
 
Some of our scrumptious food vendors:
Mija’s Barbecue: https://www.mijabarbecue.com/
Four Girls and a Guy Baking Company: https://www.facebook.com/fourgirlsandaguybakingcompany/
Comfort Cookie Company: https://www.comfortcookiecompany.net/
 
Yoga: Choose Again Yoga: https://www.chooseagainyoga.com/

Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: American Basket-flower

Summary: Meet the American Basket-flower! This pretty annual is a must see at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center.
 
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center https://www.wildflower.org