Sip N’ Science: Native Texas Plants in Practice

Name: Sip N’ Science: Native Texas Plants in Practice
Start: 2026-03-27T18:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-27T20:30:00-05:00
Location: 2200 3rd St, Wichita Falls, TX, United States, Texas 76301

Schedule

Fri Mar 27 2026 at 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

2200 3rd St, Wichita Falls, TX, United States, Texas 76301 | Wichita Falls, TX

Join us for an engaging evening with Jason R. Cooper, Grounds Superintendent at Midwestern State University, as he shares real-world experiences incorporating native Texas plants into landscapes traditionally dominated by more conventional plantings. A Wichita Falls native with more than 25 years in grounds maintenance, Jason brings deep knowledge and practical insight into sustainable landscaping, native plants, horticulture, ecology, and design. Guests will explore the benefits and challenges of working with native species, learn how these plants can transform outdoor spaces, and gain inspiration for creating landscapes that are both beautiful and better suited to Texas environments.
Ages 21 and up. Tickets are $25 per person, or $20 for RBNC members.
Presenter Bio: Jason R Cooper is the current Grounds Superintendent for the campus of Midwestern State University. He is native to Wichita Falls and has worked in grounds maintenance for more than 25 years. His areas of interest include sustainable practices, native plants, landscape design, horticulture, and ecology.
Get your tickets here: https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/sip-n-science-native-texas-plants-in-practice/