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Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society

Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society is the local chapter for National Audubon, serving the Collin Co., Texas area.

04/28/2026

Due to expected severe weather today (4/28/2026), the PTAS Meeting will be zoom only. There will be no in-person meeting at the Heard. Registered members will get details via email.

02/24/2026

Tuesday, February 24 via Zoom (no in-person)
⏰ 6:45 pm Social | 7:00 Bird ID | 7:30 Program

The Language of Birds
Presented by Nathan Pieplow

What if birds are telling you everything… and you just don’t know the language yet?

This month, Nathan Pieplow helps us listen differently.

From the quiet “pillow talk” of Red-winged Blackbirds to the food signals of Cliff Swallows, you’ll discover how bird sounds reveal identity, behavior, and even emotion.

You’ll never hear your backyard the same way again.

01/26/2026

Zoom ONLY | Tuesday, January 27

Join Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society for our January meeting via Zoom from the comfort of home!

🖥️ The Behavior and Ecology of the North American Grouse
Presented by Dr. Carly Aulicky

Dr. Aulicky is a conservation biologist and program manager with the Minnesota Land Trust and is well known for her doctoral research on lesser prairie-chickens, famous for their elaborate lekking displays. She’ll share insights into the behavior and ecology of North American grouse.

🪶 Bird ID Class (7:00 PM):
Kick off the evening with our Bird ID class, featuring tips for identifying wrens.

🕖 Agenda (Zoom Only):
• 6:45 PM – Social chat / Zoom opens
• 7:00 PM – Bird ID Class (Wrens)
• 7:20 PM – General Meeting
• 7:30 PM – Program
• 8:30 PM – Adjourn

📧 Zoom link details:
The Zoom link will be emailed Monday to those on the invite list. To request an invite, email [email protected].

01/24/2026

Help Protect Dinosaur Valley State Park

Dinosaur Valley State Park is more than tracks and hiking trails — it’s a living habitat for birds, too.

provides critical habitat for species like the Golden-cheeked Warbler and Black-capped Vireo, along with river and woodland birds such as Belted Kingfishers and Painted Buntings.

A proposal by Oncor would route major power transmission lines through the park — fragmenting habitat and permanently altering protected land meant for conservation and public enjoyment.

The Dinosaur Valley Alliance is working to stop this proposal and advocate for alternatives that protect this irreplaceable place.

📢 Learn more and find out how you can help at dinovalleyalliance.com

01/14/2026

Join Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society for a hands-on Seed and Stomp event at the Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary this Saturday!

We’ll be hand-spreading native seeds across a freshly burned prairie—an important step in restoring healthy grassland habitat for birds and wildlife.

🗓 Saturday, January 17
⏰ 1:00 pm
📍 1 Nature Place, McKinney, TX 75069

🌾 What to know:
• Light refreshments provided by H-E-B and Audubon Foundation of Texas
• Enter through the Heard’s main entrance and follow directions to the prairie site
• Dress for outdoor conditions and prairie terrain

Come lend a hand, learn about prairie restoration, and help bring native habitat back to life.

Thanks for the support H-E-B

11/07/2025

Join us this Saturday at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary for a morning of birding in the beautiful fall air.

📅 Saturday, November 8
🕗 8:00 a.m. (meet at 7:30 am on the main balcony)
📍 Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, McKinney
👟 Led by Prairie & Timbers Audubon Society volunteers

All levels welcome! Bring your binoculars, curiosity, and love for birds.

The Second Saturday Bird Walks are free with Heard admission and hosted in partnership with the Prairie & Timbers Audubon Society.

10/10/2025

Join us this Saturday, October 11 for an exciting morning of birding as we watch for our favorite residents along with fall migrants passing through.

📅 Meet on the main balcony at 7:30 AM | Walk begins promptly at 8:00 AM.
✨ Free for Heard members | Museum admission for others
📍 1 Nature Place, McKinney
🔗 heardmuseum.org

What is October Big Day? On October 11, birders across the globe will count species and document their findings in eBird and Merlin Bird ID to understand migration patterns, bird populations and support conservation.

09/27/2025

Love watching the birds in your yard? Want to learn more about the feathered friends right outside your window? Join us for a fun and informative FREE presentation for birders of all levels!

📅 Saturday, September 27th
⏰ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
📍 John and Judy Gay Library – 6861 Eldorado Parkway, McKinney

Whether you’re new to birding or a seasoned birder, you’ll pick up tips on identification, attracting birds, and enjoying the beauty of nature right at home.

Bring your curiosity and let’s talk birds! 🕊️✨

09/22/2025

MEETING REMINDER & BOOK SIGNING: Join PTAS this Tuesday 9/23 at 7 p.m. at the SRC building or via Zoom for an exciting presentation by author on his new book Birds of Texas. Among his many birding accomplishments, David has completed TWO Texas Big Years and has birded all 254 counties in Texas. Books will be available for purchase.

09/08/2025

🌿🐦 Join Us for the 2nd Saturday Bird Walk at the Heard Museum! 🐦🌿

📅 Saturday, September 13
🕢 Meet on the museum balcony at 7:30 am
🚶‍♂️ Trail walk begins promptly at 8:00 am

Come spend a morning in nature with leaders Rodney Thomas and Mike Cameron as we explore the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. The walk lasts about 2+ hours, and we’ll be looking for fall migrants, winter visitors, resident birds, and even early waterfowl.

✨ Cost: Free for Heard members. All other participants pay the regular museum admission, which also includes access to the museum and trails for the rest of the day.

📍 Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
1 Nature Place, McKinney, TX 75069
🔗 Directions: heardmuseum.org/directions-parking

Bring your binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, and your sense of curiosity! These fall walks often bring delightful surprises — you might even catch a glimpse of a Alder Flycatcher or other special migrants passing through. 🧡

We’d love to see you there!

Address

1 Nature Place
McKinney, TX
75069

Website

http://www.prairieandtimbers.org/

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