Surveys and Research - Monarch Larval Monitoring Program at Herff Farm
Monarch Larval Monitoring Program at Herff Farm
33 Herff Road, Boerne, Tx
Event Description
Volunteers will walk designated areas of Herff Farm to flag and count milkweed plants while searching for monarch eggs and larvae throughout the growing season.
Participants must be able to walk unaided on uneven terrain and be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, etc.).
Sign-Up Required
Training will be provided on-site.
When
Wednesdays | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Recommended Attire:
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Sturdy, closed-toe shoes
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Weather-appropriate clothing
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Hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent
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Refillable water bottle
Location
Herff Farm
33 Herff Road
Boerne, TX 78006
Meeting Location
The team meets at the far south end of the Herff Farm parking lot (turn right after entering the gate). Your team lead will meet you outside the Teaching Barn, and the group will proceed to the monitoring site on foot.
Schedule Summary
The next 10 shifts (out of 20 total shifts) for this activity are as follows
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, April 01, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, April 08, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, June 03, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |