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Kirsti Harms wrote: “From Sat. May 19 to midday Sun. May 20, Pat Merkord and I will be at the preserve conducting…

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Explore history, art and nature at the century old studio of Elisabet Ney for a summer camp experience filled with learning and fun! Children will…

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May 17 (Thursday)- 2-4:30pm: UNDERSTANDING YOUR WILD NEIGHBORS - No matter where you live, you are surrounded by an array of wildlife often living in…

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Prairie Facts

Today the tallgrass prairies of Texas are very rare. Less than 1% of the original 20 million acres of Texas’ beautiful tallgrass prairie remains and losses are still occurring to plowing, improper overgrazing, and development.

Phillip Quast

Outreach Coordinator, Program Director

Phillip Quast currently resides in Wimberley, TX. His job includes developing outreach and education programs and educational materials that can be used for teaching the importance of native prairies to students, NPAT members, and the general public.  This curriculum will focus on the role native grasslands and prairies play in our ecosystems both historically and currently as well as their place in the heritage and history of Texas.  The role of native fauna within and near the prairies will also be a major theme in the lesson plans and activities developed.  Phillip is also conducting data research for both prairie development and restoration, working to increase membership totals and involvement, and provides technical and clerical assistance as needed. Phillip’s professional background includes a BS in Computer Science from Texas State University – San Marcos.  Phillip also recently completed a Master of Applied Geography degree at Texas State University with a focus on environmental resource management and Geographic Information Systems. Phillip is a native Texan and has had a life-long interest in ecology, biology, and geology. Click .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to contact Phillip via email.