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A local friend recently gave a glowing report of his family's holiday gathering. He, his wife and nearly-grown kids went almost every day to Blue Hole Regional Park where they shot hoops, explored the trails, kicked around the soccer ball, and hung out together.
The park in winter! The swimming hole rests. It's peaceful and meditative and even the fish are enjoying a little quiet time. The park uplands are wide open and so are the playscape and sand volleyball courts. A few guys toss the basketball. Trails invite walkers. The big Texas sky is impressive and many winter days are warm and gorgeous.
Winter brings a whole different park experience. Don't miss it!
Thank you for your support of Blue Hole - the natural place to be.
Marilee Wood, Chairman
Susan Nenney, Executive Director
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A generous $10,000 matching grant fuels our participation in Amplify Austin's annual 24-hour giving campaign beginning March 8 at 6:00p.m. Let's rock it!
Two things we hope you'll do:
- Donate to Friends through Amplify Austin March 8, 6:00p.m. through March 9, 6:00p.m. Don't want to miss it? Make an online pledge now, and "set it and forget it". Your gift becomes live on March 8 at 6:00p.m.
Next take one more really important step.
- Use your email, Facebook and Twitter contacts to encourage your friends to give to our Friends.
What to do:
- Bookmark our Friends of Blue Hole campaign page at Amplify Austin.
- Make a list of email friends you will contact.
- Like us on Facebook , follow us on Twitter and Instagram #blueholefriends.
- Mark your calendar for March 8, 6:00 p.m. when anyone can donate with the click of a button.
What to say:
- Tell your friends why you support Blue Hole.
- Double your gift by donating early to be part of a generous $10,000 matching grant opportunity from an anonymous donor.
- Even easier, pledge your gift or gifts now at AmplifyATX.org. It will automatically become live on March 8 at 6:00pm. Donors can "set it and forget it."
Begin to reach out now to your possible donors and remind them that Amplify Austin is coming soon.
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Sure, many cold nights are still ahead, but we all know a Texas summer is not that far away. Picture yourself and some lucky kids you know jumping into the swimming hole on a steamy day. If you haven't already done so, it's time to become a 2016 Member of Friends of Blue Hole. Your membership supports our campaigns to raise funds for park programs and ongoing native restoration and maintenance. Jump into a legendary Wimberley summer!
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On Saturday, March 19, at 10:00a.m.
, marvel at a close-up view of hawks, owls and more when the awesome stars of Last Chance Forever, the San Antonio-based raptor rehabilitation organization, take over the Pavilion. Trust us, you don't want to miss it!
Future dates for the Family Learning Series 2016 are Saturday, April 16 and Saturday, May 14. Stay tuned for more details.
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Restoring native species and removing invasive ones, such as Johnson grass, will always take watchful eyes and willing hands at the award-winning park.
Under the direction of park staff, Master Naturalist volunteers are regularly helping to remove invasive species. Recently, they helped replace plants washed away during the Halloween 2016 Flood. Thanks to you all!
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| Friends of Blue Hole is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Federal ID #20-3415046 |
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