Native Prairie Soil Health: Dig Deeper
Nathan Haile
Friday, February 20, 2026
Bellville, TX 77418
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Classroom
12:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Fieldwork
Fee: $15 donation to NPAT
Addresses provided with registration. Dress for indoors and layer for outdoors. Bring your brown bag lunch. Water and snacks provided.
"The nation that destroys its soil, destroys itself."
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Healthy soil is the foundation not only for a healthy prairie but for all life, and understanding these relationships is vital for stewarding a sustainable, balanced, and functional ecosystem.
This course, offered by Fayette Prairie Chapter Native Prairie Association of Texas, is for anyone who wants to build an understanding of what supports and sustains us. This class is for everyone, whether you are just learning about soils or if you attended our 2025 course and are ready to dig deeper.
WHAT IS IN STORE
Gain a solid understanding of soil survey terminology and processes.
Clearly differentiate between soil series and soil map units to improve mapping accuracy.
Explore soil mapping concepts and develop skills to identify changes in soil characteristics by analyzing vegetation and landforms.
Investigate geological formations and the inherited properties of soils to gain a deeper understanding of their formation and behavior.
Learn effective strategies for recognizing and managing dynamic soil properties.
Study the interactions between soil, plants, and animals to foster a comprehensive understanding of ecosystem dynamics.
Participants will have the valuable opportunity to complete a comprehensive web soil survey assignment before class, setting the stage for personalized applications and deeper insights.