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Girl with Grit Workshop

  • Patrick Heath Public Library 451 North Main Street Boerne, TX (map)

BOERNE, TX (SAN ANTONIO AREA) – GIRL WITH GRIT WORKSHOP – REGISTRATION IS OPEN

🌟 Girl with Grit provides Fun, Hands-On Workshops! 🌟 

Get ready to dive into skill-based learning as we build a project together! Our workshops combine tools, building, and design with safety, first aid, and practicality while ensuring a memorable and fun experience for everyone involved. 

SKILLS TAUGHT: 

🛠️ Introduction to Tools: Gain hands-on experience with various common household tools, learning how to use each one safely and effectively! 

🥽 Safety & First Aid: Understand OSHA’s essential safety practices and personal protective equipment. All workshops provide optional access to American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED with optional workplace certification for 14+ (additional cost). 

👷‍♀️ Explore Career Paths: Discover high-wage jobs with REAL women in the industries that involve tools and active work, highlighting careers in trades and STEM. 

🏠 Project-Based Learning: Build a project while exploring skills and trades like carpentry, tiling, painting, and more. 

🎨 Get Creative: Enhance your project with design skills and the elements of art! 

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 Bluebonnets in Boerne

Created March 17, 2024 - Updated March 21st 2024 

Every spring, Texas landscapes burst into vibrant blue as bluebonnets (Lupinus texensis) bloom. These wildflowers, cherished by Indigenous tribes and woven into Texan folklore, hold deep cultural significance. Lady Bird Johnson’s efforts through the Highway Beautification Act helped preserve them, ensuring their presence along Texas highways.

Despite their beauty, bluebonnets face threats from urbanization and climate change, making conservation crucial. Texans celebrate their arrival with festivals and family traditions, capturing cherished moments among the blooms. Below are top spots in and around Boerne for stunning bluebonnet photos.

🛹 Boerne Skate Park at Northside Community Park

Bluebonnets are already starting to bloom behind the skate park! This is one of the top spots in town every year. Bring the kids, skate a little, or take some fun spring photos.

📚 Patrick Heath Public Library

The bluebonnets are in full bloom in front of the library. Grab a book and enjoy the flowers—it’s a great photo spot too!

🌳 Parks & Recreation Office

Right in front of the Boerne Parks & Rec office, you’ll find a nice patch of bluebonnets. It’s a quiet, easy spot to check out.

🚶‍♀️ Old No. 9 Trail

Walk the trail starting off Blanco Road—you’ll usually see bluebonnets lining the path. Perfect for a peaceful morning stroll.

🚗 Along I-10 Frontage Road & Johns Rd

Drive along the side street frontage road across from the Valero gas station near Johns Rd, where you can stop and admire the stunning wildflowers. You'll find vibrant patches of bluebonnets and Indian paintbrushes blooming along the roadside.

🌿 Kreutzberg Canyon Natural Area

Want a hike with wildflowers? Head out to Kreutzberg Canyon. You’ll spot bluebonnets and other blooms along the trails.

🏞 Joshua Springs Park & Preserve

Just outside Boerne, this park has bluebonnets plus Indian paintbrushes and more. Great for a picnic or an afternoon walk!

Bluebonnets in Texas Hill Country 

Wildseed Farms

Visit our 200-acre wildflower farm and vineyard, including a half-mile walking trail and gardens. Taste our estate grapes, featured in our award-winning wines, in the on site tasting room or grab a cold beer in the Brewbonnet. More Info Here