Events and Programs
The Friends of SCNP provide lots of events that might bring understanding, joy, and a sense of contribution. If you have a Facebook account, we recommend you follow us there and sign up as “going” when you see an event you plan to attend.
If you would like to see some of our past events, we generally include a summary of the previous month’s events in our newsletter. You can find issues at our newsletter page – and you can subscribe for free.
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North Texas Giving Day
September 19, 2024
Since the dedication of the Sheri Capehart Nature Preserve in 2013, the Friends of SCNP has supported the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Arlington’s commitment to protect this unique site’s natural resources and provide opportunities for outdoor exploration, nature appreciation and more. As a preserve, it’s a great example of eastern Cross Timbers ecosystem, characterized by woodlands, savanna grasslands, and enhanced by 4 ponds‚ providing a wide variety of habitats for diverse groups of wildlife.
The preserve is a designated site on TPWD’s Great Texas Wildlife Trails, and the Pollinator Meadow has recently been designated as a Monarch Waystation. The Friends of SCNP host an annual Backyard Bird Count along with several other events at the Preserve, focusing on the Preserve’s wildlife, plants, or history. Additionally, the Friends host programs that cover topics relevant to the Preserve, including wildlife, natural resources, ecology, geology, and history. The Preserve has been a favorite site for volunteers with UT Arlington’s Big Event, and the Friends have sometimes shared projects with the nearby Fellowship Academy and with local scouting groups.
During the entire month of September prior to North Texas Giving Day, you can make your gift early through Early Giving! The platform makes it simple and easy to give! Between now and September 18, you can make your gift online at northtexasgivingday.org/organization/Scnp