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Locations for fossil collection. From the University of Texas.
http://www.lib.utexas.edu/geo/ggtc/ch5.html
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Solar Austin
Citizens, businesses, and organizations working to make Austin a solar city with energy from
renewable resources in order to create jobs, stabilize energy costs, and promote energy
independence. Calendar of events, how to get involved, and solar and energy resources.
http://www.seedcoalition.org/solaraustin/
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Useful Wild Plants
Organization working on an encyclopedia of botany and requesting help from the public. Includes
membership information, a quiz about plants, volunteer opportunities, and a newsletter.
http://www.usefulwildplants.org/
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Men's Garden Club of Austin
Primarily a charitable, scientific, and educational organization. Site includes meeting schedule, a
list of activities, and membership information.
http://www.main.org/tgcoaustin/
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Austin Paleontological Society
Membership includes people with various levels of interest and expertise in the field of
Paleontology. Describes club activities, meeting time and place, officers, and links to related
clubs.
http://www.tmm.utexas.edu/sponsored_sites/aps/index.htm
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Austin Reptile Service
Works for the conservation of native Texas reptiles through education. Includes a list of
educational programs and snake myths.
http://www.austinreptileservice.net/
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Bill Hicks Foundation for Wildlife Rehabilitation
Rescues orphaned and injured wildlife in the Texas Hill Country. Includes photos of Hicks and
wildlife, video clips, and an online store with donation form.
http://www.billhicks.com/
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City of Austin Oak Wilt Suppression Program
Information on the oak wilt disease, and its control in the city.
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/oakwilt/
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Bob's Backyard Squirrel Cam
Includes live cam and photos of squirrels, birds, and reptiles.
http://lonestar.texas.net/~bsmith/
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Sustainable Food Center
Local organic gardening news, educational programs, composting classes, volunteer possibilities and
gardening tips.
http://www.sustainablefoodcenter.org/
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The Green Corn Project
Non-profit organization that builds organic food gardens at the homes of Austin residents. Includes
newsletters, how to get involved, and a list of resources.
http://www.greencornproject.org/
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Scenic Austin
Non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the visual environment of Austin and
its surroundings.
http://www.scenicaustin.org/
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Austin Herb Society
Encourages the growth and use of herbs, educates the public regarding the benefits of herbs, and
provides support to community gardens and libraries. Site includes newsletters, calendar of events,
and a list of sponsors.
http://www.austinherbsociety.org/
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Keep Austin Beautiful
Empowers citizens to take personal responsibility for enhancing the community's environment.
Includes a calendar of events, a list of programs, trash facts, FAQ, donation information, and how
to get involved.
http://www.keepaustinbeautiful.org/
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Clean Air Force
Coalition working to increase community awareness of air quality issues. Site includes a citizen's
guide to cleaner air, a list of programs, calendar of meetings and events, and links to daily ozone
readings.
http://www.cleanairforce.org/
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Spa Waters of Texas
Promotes educational forums, presents historical research, and provides consultation to bring about
a revival of authentic spa lifestyle. Site includes recommended reading and consulting information.
http://www.spawatersoftexas.org/
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Hornsby Bend
Recycling center for sewage and yard trimmings, popular birdwatching site, demonstration site for
green building, and a research site for riparian ecology, biosolids, and the soil food web.
http://www.esb.utexas.edu/hornsby/
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Austin Nature and Science Center
Acts as a living museum to increase knowledge, awareness, and appreciation of the area's natural
environment and its connection to other world ecosystems. Includes a list of programs, schedule of
exhibits, and resources for teachers.
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/nature-science/
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City of Austin - Nature Preserves
Sanctuaries for native plants, native animals, and unique natural features providing educational
and scientific opportunities. Includes maps to preserves, photos, and volunteer opportunities.
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/preserves/
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Bull Creek Foundation
Promotes a balance between nature, recreation, and sustainable economic development within the Bull
Creek watershed. Includes information about trails, water quality, and educational and volunteer
events.
http://www.bullcreek.net/
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Capital Area Beekeepers
Includes information about all kinds of bees and why they form an integral part of the environment.
Also includes information about their annual workshop.
http://www.main.org/cahbs/
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Austin Cactus and Succulent Society
Includes meeting and membership information.
http://www.main.org/cacti/
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Austin Fern and Cycad Society
Includes meeting and membership information.
http://www.main.org/cycadfern/
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Tree Folks
Promotes the renewal, restoration, and care of urban forest through public tree plantings and
education. Includes a planting guide, a list of projects, and membership information.
http://www.treefolks.org/
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Austin Koi Club
Includes a calendar of events and membership information.
http://www.austinkoiclub.org/
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Austin Pond Society
Includes a list of Koi and pond clubs around the world. Also includes photos, a forum, calendar of
events, and membership information.
http://austinpondsociety.org/
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Native Plant Society of Texas: Austin Chapter
Promotes the conservation, research, and utilization of the native plants and plant habitats of
Texas through education, outreach, and example. Includes a list of projects, mailing list,
volunteer opportunities, and a mailing list.
http://www.npsot.org/Austin/
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Plateau Integrated Land and Wildlife Management
Works to preserve the natural environment by managing private property for native wildlife.
Includes information about requirements and tax benefits, FAQ, and profiles of the staff.
http://www.plateauwildlife.com/
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Austin Sierra Club
Information about membership and meetings, trips, and workshops. Includes an archive of newsletter
articles and a section for singles.
http://texas.sierraclub.org/austin/
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Save Our Springs Alliance
News, legal documents, and updates on this ongoing environmental protection project.
http://www.sosalliance.org/
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Bat Conservation International
Austin-based group whose mission is to protect and restore bats and their habitats worldwide.
Includes information about education, conservation efforts, articles, projects, places to see bats,
and the "Bat Cam."
http://www.batcon.org/
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Central Texas Paleontological Society
A scientific, non-profit, community-based organization devoted to the study of fossils. Site
includes contact information and meeting times.
http://www.texaspaleo.com/ctps/
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Austin Astronomical Society
A non-profit organization for anyone interested in astronomy or space sciences.
http://www.austinastro.org/
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South Austin Community Garden
Located in South Austin at the Salvation Army Community Center. Site includes map, meeting times,
and an overview of the garden's projects and organic policy.
http://www.main.org/sacgarden/
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Capital of Texas Aquarium
An overview of the prospective Austin aquarium, including volunteer and donation specifics.
http://www.main.org/aquarium/
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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Publications, native plant information, and schedules of events and ongoing educational programs.
http://www.wildflower.org/
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American Botanical Council
Listing of the services and publications of the ABC. Includes a number of publications and samples
of medicinal plant monographs, a glossary, and resource lists.
http://www.herbalgram.org/
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Central Texas Association of Wild Plant Studies
Schedule of current events including meetings, workshops, and field trips.
http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~harms/weedpeople.html
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Austin Organic Gardeners
Membership and meeting schedule, listing of local farmer's markets and growers, Austin area
planting guide, and organic gardening news and information.
http://www.main.org/aog/
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Austin Bonsai Society
Calendar of events, local bonsai resources, membership information and application.
http://www.main.org/bonsai/
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Save Barton Creek Association
Promoting public awareness of Barton Springs and Barton Creek via scientific and environmental
information.
http://www.savebartoncreek.org/
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Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve
Mission statement, trail map, schedule of events, plus volunteer and environmental education
program information.
http://www.wildbasin.org/
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