Aug 16, 2010; 6:30 P.M., Red Rock Community Center - Rachel Bauer, Bastrop County Extension, will provide an introduction to Agrilife Extension: What they do, and what resources they have available for us as Master Naturalists.

Sept 20, 2010; 6:30 P.M., Lockhart State Park - Steve Box, of Environmental Stewardship, will discuss Water resources and protection planning.

Third Thursday of the month, through February. Bring the family, sit at our amphitheater under the night sky and learn about the ecosystems of the Colorado River. This series will look at the varying natural resources, plants and wildlife of the different eco-regions along the Colorado River as it winds its way from the Panhandle Plains, through the Texas Hill Country, to the Gulf Coast. Our naturalist will focus on the history, composition and ecology of one particular region each month. Program will be held indoors during inclement weather. Registration is not required.

Second Friday of each month through Feb. Join other night-sky revelers for a chance to marvel at the beauty of the planets and be awed by our Earth's place in the galaxy. The wonders of the universe will come to life when viewed through our Dobsonian telescopes. Our astronomer will tell stories about the constellations and point out other wonders as they appear. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for comfort. Fun for the whole family! Program will cancel for inclement weather. Call (512) 303-5073 before 5 pm to confirm or call our 24-hour community program hotline at 1-800-776-5272, Ext. 7530. Registration is not required.

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Reporting Forms

Please report your volunteer and advanced training hours each month, using the new (7/2010) Volunteer Activity reporting form. Send your completed reports to Marsha Elrod.

Three new forms are available:

1. A PDF file for those of you that complete time sheets manually and mail them to Marsha,

2. A Word document in which you can insert your scanned signature, or scan after signing and email to Marsha, and

3. A word document including the statement needed for an electronic signature. If submitting your report electonrically, e-mail back to Marsha. Marsha Elrod. If submitting by regular mail, send to 187 Billingsley Hgts., Cedar Creek, Tx 78612).