Our Mission
The Texas Master Naturalist™ Program’s mission is to develop a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities for the State of Texas. Coastal Prairie Chapter members volunteer mainly in Fort Bend, Waller and Wharton counties.
Future Training Class
2025 Fall class enrollment is now Full
If you are interested in future training classes, click below.
2025 Spring Class with Training Team and Mentors
Monthly Chapter Program – November 6th 2025
Bridging the Gap: Native Landscapes in a Commercial World with Josh Kelly
Join us on Thursday, November 6th, at 7 p.m. at the Rosenberg Civic Center for an insightful look at how the landscaping industry can evolve to support the survival of native plants and prairie ecosystems. Our presenter, Josh Kelly, a commercial landscape construction project manager, brings a unique insider’s perspective on integrating sustainable, ecologically sound practices into both residential and commercial design. He’ll explore practical ways to balance aesthetic expectations with environmental responsibility, highlighting how small shifts in approach can make a big impact on biodiversity and water conservation.
About Our speaker:
Josh is currently serving as the Vice President of the Houston Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. When he’s not managing large-scale projects at Lindsey and Shooter, LLC, Josh can be found botanizing in prairies or volunteering his time on native restoration and landscaping efforts. His passion for Texas natives extends beyond plants—to the longhorns, raptors, and even the bees (native and non-native alike) that share their habitats. Join us to learn how passion, practicality, and persistence can transform the way our communities grow and thrive.
Coastal Prairie Chapter programs are free and open to the public. This program will be held in-person at the Rosenberg Civic Center, 3825 TX-36, Rosenberg, TX 77471. Please plan to arrive at 6:00 pm for refreshments and social time. The program starts at 7pm.
A Zoom option is available. After registering below, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Current Projects
- Seabourne Creek Nature Park is our signature project. Come visit us!
- 11/5/25 9:00am Monthly Bird Hike at Seabourne Creek Nature Park
- 11/6/25 7:00pm Monthly Chapter Program – Bridging the Gap: Native Landscapes in a Commercial World with Josh Kelly
- 11/8/25 9:00am Plant Walk with Susie Doe at Seabourne Creek Nature Park
- 11/16/25 8:00am Monthly Nature Walk at Seabourne Creek Nature Park
- 12/6/25 9:00am Mindful Nature Walks with Tierra Ortiz-Rodriguez