Teresa Shumaker

October 1, 2025

Naturalist's Notes

The Curious Case of a Cryptid in the Park - Fictional Story

Teresa Shumaker

October 1, 2025

Naturalist's Notes

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Oct 1, 2025

The Curious Case of a Cryptid in the Park - Fictional Story

Oct 1, 2025

This time of year is perfect for exploring the imagination. Mr. David took some time to explore what a cryptid in Phil Hardberger Park would be like, and his imagination created the Flutterfox.

Oct 1, 2025

Aug 17, 2023

Fall Bird Migration has Begun!

Aug 17, 2023

Fall Bird Migration has Begun!

Aug 17, 2023

Jul 26, 2023

The Notable Unnoticed: Moths

Jul 26, 2023

Did you know that Phil Hardberger Park is home to perhaps hundreds of moths? In honor of Moth Week, let’s learn something about our nocturnal neighbors.

Jul 26, 2023

Jun 2, 2023

The Importance of Snags

Jun 2, 2023

Learn about the importance of dead trees, called snags, in the ecosystem.

Jun 2, 2023

May 26, 2023

Wings in the Wildscape Demonstration Garden: A Story in Photos

May 26, 2023

Patsy Kuentz offers a brief history of the Wildscape Demonstration Garden at Phil Hardberger Park, followed by a photographic perspective on how the native plants provide native fauna with food, shelter, and a safe place to raise their families.

May 26, 2023

Apr 10, 2023

Help Your Park this Earth Day and Everyday!

Apr 10, 2023

Earth Day is Thursday, April 22. However, just because it is set on one day doesn’t mean we can’t do something to improve our world every day. If you are interested, here are a couple of ways that you can give back in Phil Hardberger Park

Apr 10, 2023

Feb 14, 2023

Black Vulture preening Crested Caracara

Feb 14, 2023

Birder, photographer, and park visitor Lora Reynolds captured this exciting behavior earlier this month in the park: a Black Vulture preening a Crested Caracara.

Feb 14, 2023

Feb 3, 2023

Photos of Ice in the Park

Feb 3, 2023

Park Visitor and Photographer John Dickinson sent us some wonderful photos of the park during our ice storm this week.

Feb 3, 2023

Nov 1, 2022

Fall Colors in Central Texas

Nov 1, 2022

Every fall I am inspired by the beautiful color change in our Natural Areas….

Nov 1, 2022

Jun 28, 2022

Nature Journaling

Jun 28, 2022

Have you ever tried nature journaling? It is a great opportunity to deepen your experiences in nature and practice academic skills in a fun, no-pressure way.

Jun 28, 2022