CTMN Chapter Meeting/Presentation – February 17, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. (Tandy Hills)

Name: CTMN Chapter Meeting/Presentation – February 17, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. (Tandy Hills)
Start: 2025-02-17T19:00:00-06:00
Location: Fort Worth Botanical Gardens

Schedule

Mon, 17 Feb, 2025 at 07:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Fort Worth Botanical Gardens | Fort Worth, TX

https://bit.ly/CTMN (zoom link)
Discover the Biodiversity of Tandy Hills Natural Area
Join us for a captivating photo presentation showcasing the rich biodiversity and stunning wildflowers of Fort Worth's Tandy Hills Natural Area. Enjoy 100 breathtaking images, including some with striking black backgrounds, highlighting the beauty and ecological value of this remnant prairie. This presentation serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting and restoring native landscapes. It’s engaging for all nature enthusiasts, especially new members, and offers a perfect way to celebrate the arrival of spring.
Don Young is an artist, environmental advocate, and co-founder of Friends of Tandy Hills Natural Area. He and his wife, Debora, have three adult children. His internationally acclaimed archive on Italian film director Federico Fellini highlights his passion for art and culture.
A dedicated environmental activist, Don founded the world’s first anti-fracking organization, organized the first public protest against fracking in 2004, and hosted the first anti-fracking art show at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center in 2009-2010. His advocacy has earned numerous awards, including honors from NPSOT (three times), the American Institute of Architects, the Memnosyne Foundation, and Green Source DFW (two Environmental Leadership Awards). He’s also been recognized with six Best of Fort Worth Weekly Awards, including Rabblerouser of the Year, and the Star-Telegram’s Best Place to Stand in North Texas Award for his essay on Tandy Hills.