Golden Triangle Sierra Club Group

GREETINGS FROM THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE SIERRA CLUB GROUP

The Golden Triangle Group of the Sierra Club has been serving Southeast Texas since 1970. Our emphasis is on enjoying and preserving the natural world by getting out there and experiencing it! With frequent hikes, canoe and kayak trips, and our annual Trail Between the Lakes outing, we're never far from the great outdoors.

Join the Golden Triangle Group of the Sierra Club for our Monthly Chapter Meeting. The Golden Triangle Group of the Sierra Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month at Cafe' del Rio 2830 I-10, Beaumont, TX 77703 or on Zoom. Our meeting features informative talks by local professionals and environmentalists as well as interactive activities that help us to broaden our knowledge of local environmental issues and how we can be involved in saving our planet. Let's make America GREEN AGAIN!!

To contact us, email: gtgsierra@yahoo.com

February Monthly Meeting

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Location: Cafe' del Rio 2830 I-10 East, Beaumont, TX 77703

Schyler Rhea

Wildlife Habitat Federation

Mission

WHF℠ provides on-the-ground restoration, management and generational sustainability of prairie habitat for the conservation of soil, water, air and wildlife.

Conserving Texas Habitats: Grassland Restoration in Urban and Rural Landscapes

Agricultural production and urbanization have been a leading cause of the loss and degradation of native habitats throughout Texas. Historically, much of Texas encompassed prairie and savanna grasslands vital to the survival of many species of wildlife. Over time, these unique habitats have significantly diminished.

WHF (Wildlife Habitat Federation) focuses on bringing Texas habitats under improved management by restoring, enhancing, and managing native grasslands throughout the state. Projects include pocket prairies and wildflower plantings in urban areas, as well as full-scale prairie and savanna grassland restoration of large acreage ranches. By utilizing best practices to manage and restore grassland habitat, we can help save an ecosystem that is critical to humans and wildlife.

Bio:

Schyler Rhea joined WHF in 2023 to assist in the planning and implementation of habitat conservation efforts within the Greater-Houston and Texas Gulf Coast region to public and private landowners. Prior to joining WHF, Schyler managed natural areas as a conservation intern with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, assisted with habitat management and outreach at Coastal Prairie Conservancy, and participated in habitat conservation of riparian corridors and monarch butterfly pathways as an intern with the City of San Marcos. Schyler holds a PSM in Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resources Management from Texas Tech University and a BGS in Nature and Heritage Tourism, Animal Science, and Criminal Justice from Texas State University.

Schyler has always had a passion for the outdoors and nature, which has led her to pursue a career in natural resources. In her free time, Schyler enjoys being surrounded by nature, either kayaking, hiking, fishing, or hunting.

Our February meeting will also be available on Zoom. Email gtgsierra@yahoo.com for the meeting link.