Extension Educationin Bexar County

July 10-12, 2019 – Clearwater Ranch, Leon Springs, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.   Campers will collect insects, assemble collection, perform experiments and activities with insects, learn how to identify insects, learn their importance and get the chance to see and hold lots of live bugs!  If your child likes insects or nature, they will get their fill! Campers receive an insect collection kit (net, forceps, killing jar, pins, spreading boards, magnifier, booklet, pens, collection box, vials, and collecting bag).  Come join us for the fun! Cost: $125... Read More →

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension's Entomologist, Molly Keck, is hosting the 11th annual summer camp for junior entomologists. Camp 1 will be held at a private ranch location in Leon Springs (this was a new location last year, and turned out to be an amazing location for collecting!). Campers will collect insects, assemble collection, perform experiments and activities with insects, learn how to identify insects, learn their importance and get the chance to see and hold lots of live bugs!  If your child likes insects or nature, they will... Read More →

Campers will collect insects, assemble collection, perform experiments and activities with insects, learn how to identify insects, learn their importance and get the chance to see and hold lots of live bugs!  If your child likes insects or nature, they will get their fill! Campers receive an insect collection kit (net, forceps, killing jar, pins, spreading boards, magnifier, booklet, pens, collection box, vials, and collecting bag).  Come join us for the fun!     July 17-19 2019 – Hardberger Park, Urban Ecology Classroom, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Click... Read More →

Campers will collect insects, assemble collection, perform experiments and activities with insects, learn how to identify insects, learn their importance and get the chance to see and hold lots of live bugs!  If your child likes insects or nature, they will get their fill! Campers receive an insect collection kit (net, forceps, killing jar, pins, spreading boards, magnifier, booklet, pens, collection box, vials, and collecting bag).  Come join us for the fun!        July 22-24, 2019 – Hardberger Park, Urban Ecology Classroom, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00... Read More →

Information:  Come join us for the 2019 Junior Master Gardener (JMG) Adult Leader Training. "Hands-on" learning experiences will provide an appreciation for the environment and cultivate the minds of children.  For more information click here.  Location: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, 3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208, San Antonio, TX 78230 Dates:  July 24th: 12pm-4:30pm, July 25th: 9am-4:30pm, July 26th: 9am-12pm Cost:  Registration fee of $100 must be included with application and is non-refundable.   Application is available here.  Deadline to apply is July 20th

July 29-30 – Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio) Join us for a buggin’ good time!  Ages 4-6 who have an interest in science, nature, and especially insects, welcome!  We will collect insects, learn about the importance of insects in our world, perform experiments and activities with insects such as: – Digging through a rotting log to find recyclers – Using soldier fly larvae or earthworms to make artwork – Learning and watching real honeybees behind class – Holding tarantulas – Many more arts... Read More →

** JUNIOR ENTOMOLOGY CAMP (ages 4-6): July 29-30 – Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio) Join us for a buggin’ good time!  Ages 4-6 who have an interest in science, nature, and especially insects, welcome!  We will collect insects, learn about the importance of insects in our world, perform experiments and activities with insects such as: – Digging through a rotting log to find recyclers – Using soldier fly larvae or earthworms to make artwork – Learning and watching real honeybees behind class –... Read More →