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.

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Monthly Chapter Program – September 3, 2026

“Buzzing Beneath the Radar” with Erin Mills

Far from the bustling hives and the delicious honey, you will find an army of native bees, tirelessly working to keep ecosystems alive. Native bees are the stewards of our native landscapes and most people don’t even know they exist. Join Erin Mills as she introduces you to our local heroes and how we can best support them in their work.

About Our speaker:

Erin has a Bachelor of Science in Entomology from Texas A&M University and, as a Board-Certified Entomologist, has dedicated most of her career to the study of insect biology, behavior, and plant-insect interactions. After 15 years as an Entomologist, Curator, and finally Director of the Cockrell Butterfly Center in the Houston Museum of Natural Science, she spent 4 years leading the education team at the Houston Botanic Garden, and now she’s landed at Enchanted Forest, her happiest place! Erin is passionate about insects’ crucial role in sustaining a healthy ecosystem and encouraging gardeners not only to tolerate them in the garden, but to welcome and celebrate their presence!

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.

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Fall 2026 Training Class – Full

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Current Projects

• Seabourne Creek Nature Park is our signature project. Come visit us!
• 8/27/26 9:00am Monthly Insect Hike at Seabourne Creek Nature Park
• 9/3/26 7:00pm Monthly Chapter Program: Buzzing Beneath the Radar with Erin Mills
• 9/5/2026 9:00am Monthly Mindful Meditation Walk
• 9/5/2026 10:30am Monthly Story Time
• 9/20/26 8:00am Monthly Nature Hike at Seabourne Creek Nature Park
• 10/7/26 8:00am Monthly Bird Hike at Seabourne Creek Nature Park

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