Saturday, July 18, 2026
(3rd Saturday of the Month: Aug 15th, Sept. 19th, Oct 17th, Nov. 21st).
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: 4226 SE Military Dr, San Antonio, TX 78222 (google map)
9:00 AM-11:00 AM - Invasive Species Removal (RM -service hours)
(Optional -after 11 am - 2.5 mile nature walk and survey next site for invasive removal.)
Thank you for your interest in participating in the Arboretum San Antonio Invasive Species Removal event (session 3)! This is a joint Texas Master Naturalist (TMN) chapter event, bringing together the Alamo Area and Guadalupe Chapters. Volunteers will assist with the removal of invasive plant species and litter cleanup to help restore this important natural area. This event is open to the public and other organization.
Event Leaders: Craig Bruska (Guadalupe Chapter) and Peter Joseph Hernandez (Alamo Area Chapter)
Focus Species: Primary target is the chinaberry tree, along with other invasive species identified on-site. 👉Map of work area: (link) You can learn more about the Arboretum at: https://www.arboretumsa.org/
⚠️ Important Notes
· Arboretum San Antonio is not open to the public, access is limited to registered volunteers.
· Please complete this RSVP and liability form prior to attending.
· In case of weather or other cancellations, participants will be notified via email by Friday at 6:00 PM.
🧤 What to Bring / Expect
· Attire: Closed-toe shoes or boots (required)
· Recommended: long pants and shirt
· Gloves: Please bring your own work gloves (limited extras available)
· If available - bring your loopers
· Water: BYO reusable bottle (refill available)
📬Contact
For questions or comments , please contact:
Craig Bruska Guadalupe Texas Master Naturalist Craigbruska@hotmail.com
Peter Joseph Hernandez Alamo Area Texas Master Naturalist hernandez@swbell.net (or via AAMN Slack)
Additional Notes:
-Share Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/ASA-InvasiveFlyer2026 .
-Joint Invasive Removal Events are scheduled for 3rd Saturday of the Month
(Aug 15th, Sept. 19th, Oct 17th, Nov. 21st).
- Attend 3 invasive events or other joint events, on the 4th event you will get Arboretum t-shirt.
