Citizen Connection Jan 2019Located in far northeast Denton at the confluence of Clear Creek and the Elm Fork of the Trinity River,
Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center is a gateway to unmatched scenery and diverse wildlife. This issue
of the Citizen Connection is dedicated to sharing the story of Clear Creek and how you can discover,
explore, and contribute to its offerings.
CITIZEN CONNECTION
JANUARY 2019
CITY OF DENTON
5TH ANNUAL HONEY RUN 5K, 10K, AND
ONE-MILE FUN WALK SET FOR FEB. 9
On Saturday, Feb. 9, the City will host the
5th Annual Honey Run at Clear Creek
Natural Heritage Center. Individuals or groups
of all ages are welcome to run the 5K, 10K, or
one-mile fun walk.
In an effort to help this popular event run
smoothly and efficiently, all participants will
need to register by Monday, Jan. 28.
After the race, participants will have the
opportunity to learn how they can help support
and protect the local honey bee populations
by attending the Introduction to Beekeeping
workshop at 11 a.m. Taught by the Denton
County Beekeepers Association, this free
workshop will focus on the basics of
beekeeping and which native plants help to
attract honey bees. Samples of honey will
also be available from local beekeepers.
For more information and to register,
visit www.sustainabledenton.com.
The City’s Sustainability Department is excited to offer a wide variety of educational workshops
this winter. These classes are free to the public; however, registration may be required due to
limited seating.
TOP 100 PLANTS OF NORTH TEXAS
Thursday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m.
Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland St.
INTRODUCTION TO BEEKEEPING (after the Honey Run)
Saturday, Feb. 9 at 11 a.m.
Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, 3310 Collins Rd.
INTRODUCTION TO PERMACULTURE
Saturday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m.
Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, 3310 Collins Rd.
KEY HOLE GARDENING
Saturday, March 2 at 10 a.m.
Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, 3310 Collins Rd.
For more information about upcoming workshops, and to register, visit www.sustainabledenton.com.
CITY OF DENTON OFFERS FREE NATURE
AND SUSTAINABILTY WORKSHOPS
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City of Denton’s Clear Creek Natural
Heritage Center is a natural treasure located
in Lake Lewisville’s upper floodplain. The
Center restores and protects a variety of
ecosystems, including bottomland forest,
wetland, and upland prairie. In addition to
its natural beauty, Clear Creek has become
popular to visitors for its educational and
recreational opportunities.
Visitors can participate in a variety of
nature-centered activities at Clear Creek,
including free sustainability workshops and
annual events, such as the Honey Run or
Heritage Festival.
CLEAR CREEK NATURAL HERITAGE CENTER
IS DENTON’S CONNECTION TO NATURE
Clear Creek is also a popular place to hike with
10 miles of family-friendly trails.
The property is a partnership between the
City of Denton and the United States Army Corps
of Engineers to sustainably manage this 2,900-acre
area. The Elm Fork of the Trinity River runs through
the middle of the property making it an important
area for watershed protection.
Each year, thousands of students from
Denton ISD visit Clear Creek to learn about
the native ecosystems. Over the last year, the
Center has partnered with the Elm Fork Master
Naturalists to provide additional educational
support and activities during student visits.
This partnership has been an enormous success,
winning second place in the Exemplary Project
Awards at the 2018 Texas Master Naturalist
Annual Meeting.
Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center is located at
3310 Collins Rd., and is open to the public every
day from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. For answers to
frequently asked questions, maps, and to learn
more, visit www.clearcreekdenton.com.
Community volunteers play a major role in the maintenance of both the trail system and various
garden projects at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center. They also help to ensure the success of major
events and programs throughout the year.
Last year, volunteers contributed more than 1,000 hours of service at Clear Creek. Each of the various
volunteer opportunities are shared in a seasonal newsletter to Clear Creek’s volunteers contact list,
maintained by the City’s Sustainability Department. Community members can also work with the City
to schedule an individual or group volunteer event at the Center.
To join the mailing list, schedule a volunteer event, or learn how you can get more involved at
Clear Creek, send an email to ClearCreek@cityofdenton.com.
VOLUNTEERS ARE A KEY PART OF
WHAT KEEPS CLEAR CREEK RUNNING