Drawing from years of long-term studies, Dr. Christoffersen, a professor at utrgv, will share new insights into how thorn forests grow, adapt, and recover—and how these lessons can help guide meaningful restoration efforts. 🌵🌳Earning a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutional Biology from the University of Arizona he has since dedicated his career to understanding—and healing—the landscapes of the Rio Grande Valley. Join Dr. Christoffersen Thursday May 29th, form 6:00pm to 7:00pm. #thursdaynightlive #quintamazatlan #utrgv #mcallenevents #thornforestbasedsolutions #experimentalrestoration #southtexasecology

Drawing from years of long-term studies, Dr. Christoffersen, a professor at UTRGV - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, will share new insights into how thorn forests grow, adapt, and recover—and how these lessons can help guide meaningful restoration efforts. 🌵🌳Earning a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutional Biology from the University of Arizona he has since dedicated his career to understanding—and healing—the landscapes of the Rio Grande Valley. Join Dr. Christoffersen Thursday May 29th, form 6:00pm to 7:00pm. #thursdaynightlive #quintamazatlan #utrgv #mcallenevents #thornforestbasedsolutions #experimentalrestoration #southtexasecology

From birds to beavers, animals create homes that help them survive. What can we learn from their designs? 🪹Find out with us at STEM Stops! #biomimicry #inspiredbynature #genSTEMgirls #CubScouts #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan #Scouting #stemstops #BSA #GirlScouts #naturebasedlearning #STEM #FindYourPark #southtexasecology

From birds to beavers, animals create homes that help them survive. What can we learn from their designs? 🪹Find out with us at STEM Stops! #biomimicry #inspiredbynature #genSTEMgirls #CubScouts #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan #Scouting #stemstops #BSA #GirlScouts #naturebasedlearning #STEM #FindYourPark #southtexasecology

Mike Heep has been at the heart of native plant conservation in the Rio Grande Valley since the 1980's. Thursday, May 22 at 6:00pm he will be at Quinta Mazatlán exploring the fascinating process that takes place in flowering plants after pollination occurs. With a background in Botany, Horticulture, and Chemistry, Mike blends science and humor into talks that both educate and entertain. #thursdaynightlive #botany #southtexasecology #mcallenevents

Mike Heep has been at the heart of native plant conservation in the Rio Grande Valley since the 1980's. Thursday, May 22 at 6:00pm he will be at Quinta Mazatlán exploring the fascinating process that takes place in flowering plants after pollination occurs. With a background in Botany, Horticulture, and Chemistry, Mike blends science and humor into talks that both educate and entertain. #thursdaynightlive #botany #southtexasecology #mcallenevents

Join native plant expert and story teller Mike Heep for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating process that takes place in flowering plants once pollination occurs.🌼FREE with general admission, Thursday May 22, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. #botany #southtexasecology #thursdaynightlive #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan #plantnative

Join native plant expert and story teller Mike Heep for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating process that takes place in flowering plants once pollination occurs.🌼FREE with general admission, Thursday May 22, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. #botany #southtexasecology #thursdaynightlive #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan #plantnative

We'll see you at STEM Stops where we're discovering how pollinators help plants reproduce through a microscope investigation and guided trail walk. 🌼🦋 Stop by to learn how you can support the beings that balance our ecosystem. #stemstops #quintamazatlan #pollinatorsofsouthtexas #stewardhip #howpollinationworks #STEM #mcallenevents #southtexasecology #naturebasedlearning #GirlScouts #genSTEMgirls #CubScouts #Scouting #FindYourPark #BSA

We'll see you at STEM Stops where we're discovering how pollinators help plants reproduce through a microscope investigation and guided trail walk. 🌼🦋 Stop by to learn how you can support the beings that balance our ecosystem. #stemstops #quintamazatlan #pollinatorsofsouthtexas #stewardhip #howpollinationworks #STEM #mcallenevents #southtexasecology #naturebasedlearning #GirlScouts #genSTEMgirls #CubScouts #Scouting #FindYourPark #BSA

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Did You Know? - Spring is in full bloom, and pollinators are hard at work! What role do bees, butterflies, and birds play in keeping our ecosystems thriving? Join us at this Saturday's STEM Stops, and create a take-home bee hotel to support these beings right in your own backyard!#naturebasedlearning #mcallenevents #CubScouts #quintamazatlan #FindYourPark #BSA #Scouting #southtexasecology #stemstops #GirlScouts #genSTEMgirls #stewardhip #pollinatorsofsouthtexas #STEM For Scouts - Qualifying Badges: 🦋Girl Scouts - Brownie - Eco Friends - Fulfills 4/5 ✨Cubscouts - Webelos - Into the Wild - Fulfills 3/2 🐝Boy Scouts - Insect Merit Badge - Fulfills 2/13

We're looking forward to welcoming Drew Bennie as he unveils the remarkable roles fungi play in our daily lives, revealing their hidden connections to everything from soil health to medicine, Thursday May 15 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm!🍄Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, gardener, or simply curious about the wonders of the natural world, this presentation is sure to inspire a newfound appreciation for our fungal allies. #thursdaynightlive #quintamazatlan #fungifriends #southtexasecology #mycelium #mcallenevents

We're looking forward to welcoming Drew Bennie as he unveils the remarkable roles fungi play in our daily lives, revealing their hidden connections to everything from soil health to medicine, Thursday May 15 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm!🍄Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, gardener, or simply curious about the wonders of the natural world, this presentation is sure to inspire a newfound appreciation for our fungal allies. #thursdaynightlive #quintamazatlan #fungifriends #southtexasecology #mycelium #mcallenevents