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• Butterfly:
The Butterfly SIGpromotes
the preservation and study of native
butterflies and moths in their natural
habitat.
F
ormed in 1997, the Nature Club of
Sun City Texas continues to be a
monument of conservation, educa-
tion and enjoyment of nature—here at
home in Sun City and abroad. Members
gather to observe, learn and discuss the
many aspects of nature, from the gran-
deur of astronomy to the small grace of
native butterflies.
The club is comprised of six Special Inter-
est Groups (SIGs), which are available to
all members:
• Amphibians &Reptiles:
This group
studies indigenous herptiles, and sev-
eral members also provide reptile and
snake removal services.
• Astronomy:
This group studies as-
pects of our universe, from our solar
system to deep space.
• Birding:
Through bi-monthly Bird
Walks and field trips, this group enjoys
observing feathered friends in their
natural habitat.
Members of the Nature Club’s Native Plants SIG go on monthly walks to learn more
about the indigenous plants and flowers in the area.
The Nature Club:
Educating, conserving and enjoying
our natural habitat
By Maggi Jones
•Native Plants:
This group encourages
education on the topics of native plants
and utilizing native plants in landscap-
ing. Members often participate in Na-
tive Plant Walks and field trips.
• Rockhounds:
The Rockhounds SIG
studies rocks, minerals and natural
geological formations locally and state-
wide.
These groups host many on-site activities,
such as bird watching on Sun City trails,
and excursions far and wide, including
recent trips to Bamberger Ranch and
Canyon Gorge. Despite the many differ-
ent interests, club members also gather
each month for an informative meeting
with various topics, including recent pre-
sentations on water conservation and na-
tive bees.
Membership for 2014 is approaching
300 members and will continue to grow
throughout the year, according to Presi-
dent Joe Bennett. Dues are $12 annually,
and membership includes access to meet-
ings, informational resources, ability to
participate in the SIGs, and club events
like their Spring Fling Social and the
year-end holiday party.
For more information about the Nature
Club, go to
> Site Index
> Nature Club, or see their May article in
the Chartered Clubs section on page 105.
in this photo, members visit the Gault Site, located between Georgetown and Killeen,
which is one of the largest and most important Clovis sites in North America.
PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY JOE BENNETT
