Gulf fritillary butterflies are common in East Texas.

Brown-headed nuthatches are tiny native birds that require pine trees.

A pine savanna is characterized by widely spaced pines with a native grass and wildflower understory.

May 6, 2025 - The annual Arcadia/Powdrill Cemetery homecoming will be held Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Neil Grant’s barn (11360 FM 1645), one mile north of the intersection with FM 138. Potluck lunch will take place at 12 noon followed by a short Powdrill Cemetery business meeting and election of new cemetery board members. Bring your favorite dish, something to drink, and contributions for the Powdrill Cemetery Fund and/or plat project.

Without caterpillars there would be no butteries, moths, or birds.