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Thanks to everyone who attended and helped make Grupo Ecologico's trip to Austin eventful and productive. Grupo Ecologico Sierra Gorda Leaders in Texas Hear their inspiring story, be a part of their success Scott Weidensaul, author of Living on the Wind and Return to Wild America describes Grupo Ecologico Sierra Gorda (GESG) as one of the most impressive and charismatic environmental groups he’s met. Donors from around the world are supporting their environmental education and habitat preservation efforts. Foundations have awarded GESG co-founder Pati Ruiz Corzo’s 25 years of work as a leader in sustainable development, environmental education and as a social entrepreneur. Now is your chance to meet three of the leader of one of today’s most impressive grassroots conservation organizations, Grupo Ecologico Sierra Gorda, as they travel to McAllen and Austin in mid-February. What began as one couple’s efforts to protect the cloud forests in the northern third of Queretaro State, Mexico (just south of El Cielo), has become a prizewinning Biosphere Reserve with: Who’ll be here
Their Texas itinerary: McAllen: Thursday, February 14th, Quinta Mazatlan Family Speaker Series presentation with Sue Bonfield of Partners in Flight and Pati Ruiz Corzo of the Sierra Gorda Biosphere and opening of Art Exhibit featuring Birds of the Sierra Gorda by Dana Gardner, watercolor bird illustrator, and images of the Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve by Mexican artists Jorán and Elena Baca. Gardner´s paintings have been created for a Field Guide to Birds of the Sierra Gorda. 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Artesania items will also be displayed here and at the Partners in Flight exhibit hall (convention center). Bring your Valentine and be inspired. Quinta Mazatlan Lecture Admission: $3.00 (includes early admission to enjoy the grounds and exhibits). Friday, Feb. 15th Quinta Mazatlan, McAllen (topics tentative) Space is limited. Reservations required so that we can hold a seat and contact you in the event of bad weather or other unforeseeable changes. Saturday, Feb. 16th, 9:00 AM – noon Pati and Laura available for meetings by appointment. See contact information below. Request Appointment/Meeting Sunday, February 17th, 2:00-4:30 pm Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC), Austin, Presentation and Social. Pati, Roberto and Laura will be here to introduce Grupo Ecologico Sierra Gorda’s programs and accomplishments, showcase tourism opportunities, and highlight their sustainable development successes. Make Reservation See Map to MACC. Hosted by Naturally Curious' Sandra Skrei, Bob and Jean Warneke, Victor Emanuel, Travis Audubon Society Latin American Committee and Texas Conservation Alliance, the donor agent. GESG's travel from McAllen to Austin assisted by a generous, anonymous conservationist. Monday, February 18th, morning, all three GESG members available for interviews and appointments in the Austin area Request Appointment/Meeting Who should attend:
For more information on Grupo Ecologico Sierra Gorda, go to: http://www.naturallycurious.net/gesgnews.htm www.sierragorda.net choose English or Spanish! Help us now We need a 'host' with a computer and projector who can help set up the programs at Quinta Mazatlan on Thursday and/or Friday and in Austin on Sunday. Email Sandy if you can help. Thanks!
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