May, 2013
Our thanks to DeAndra Ramsey from the Houston Zoo for bringing a group of college students to Watson Preserve on May 23. Eleven young people pitched in and helped us for about 3 1/2 hours that Thursday. They demolished and removed the old privy; they loaded up a pine tree that had earlier been cut down (it leaned over the cabin) and hauled it off site; they cut down and removed a number of Chinese tallow trees. We were really amazed at what they got done in such a short time. It is really appreciated.
On May 3, and again on May 25, we held workdays for regular volunteers. We got more exotics removed; some of the torpedo grass was sprayed; more repairs were made to the existing boardwalk.
On May 4, the Tyler chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas toured the preserve.
By the Memorial Day weekend, I am happy to report that the grass pink orchid (Calopogon tuberosus) was in full bloom, and was blooming in greater numbers than we've seen for several years.
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Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve is a 501c3 charitable corporation, and donations, while never a requirement for a visit, are always welcome and are tax-deductible.
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EVENTS
Wildflower Walk
Saturday, May 17th starting at 10:30 AM until noon
Please join orchid expert, Joe Liggio and preserve volunteers for a tour of the preserve's native plants.
Bring water and mosquito repellent.
Volunteer Workday
Wednesday, May 7th at 8:00 AM We will be working on removing invasive plants from the new property. Bring your string trimmer and favorite pruners. We will provide water and snacks.
Gall Walk
Join us on Saturday, May 10th from 9 AM to 11 AM as we look for galls and add observations to iNaturalist Gall Week project. It will be fun and educational.
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