Discover the delicious side of nature. Texas provides an abundance of wild edible leaves, seeds, flowers, roots, and shoots – if you know where to look. Learn where to find, how to identify, and how to properly prepare a seasonal selection of local edible plant species. As our landscape changes throughout the year, the selection... Read More →
The Coastal Prairie Chapter's own Eric Wolf will present “The Wonderful World of Mushrooms” at our March 5, 2020 meeting. Have you ever wondered how mushrooms grow or the role that they play in our ecosystem? Have you ever wondered how they appear in your yard over night or how to determine what species... Read More →
Chapter Member, Erik Wolf, will talk about "Mushrooms". Afterward, we will have time for presentations by members and for Chapter updates. MEETING LOCATION!! Click Rosenberg Civic Center below for the map of 3825 TX-36, Rosenberg, TX 77471. Come hear Erik speak about a timely topic at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be preceded by... Read More →
Martin is the Executive Director of the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson, and will be here to share his knowledge about one of our most beloved birds: the hummingbird!
Saturday, March 7, 2020 10 AM Enchanted Forest 2 PM Enchanted Gardens Martin is the Executive Director of the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson, and will be here to share his knowledge about one of our most beloved birds--the hummingbird! Martin will share with you how to attract these entertaining and adorable creatures... Read More →
Linda Crum, Texas Bluebird Society Bluebirds are a delightful addition to the landscape! Easy to attract, Linda will show you how to bring their vibrant color to your garden. Linda Crum is a Texas Master naturalist and has monitored bluebirds in her backyard for years. She also monitors a bluebird trail at a nearby State... Read More →
Tonight we travel to inner spaces! Plunge into the bustling, biodiverse communities hidden within coral reef ecosystems around the world to discover how corals live, breathe, and reproduce. "Expedition Reef" digitally recreates coral reef environments for a truly immersive, full-dome experience. We will explore coral reefs teeming with life and learn how scientists are racing... Read More →
In this class, we'll learn the basics of birdwatching, or birding, which will include learning about the habitat, migration, and behavior of birds, as well as how to identify them by family and species. Get ready to be fascinated by birds! In this class, you will not only enrich your enjoyment of the birds in... Read More →
Introduction to Birding: March 17 and 21, 2020 In this class, we'll learn the basics of birdwatching, or birding, which will include learning about the habitat, migration, and behavior of birds, as well as how to identify them by family and species. Get ready to be fascinated by birds! In this class, you will not... Read More →
In honor of Spring Break, bring the kids (or grandkids) to Rice Cinema for a fun evening with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. We'll feature an hours worth of short films that are all about Houston's wildlife. Felice Yarbough, the star of the show, will be there to answer questions and interact with the... Read More →
From the Big Thicket to Big Bend, and from the Rio Grande River to the Red River, Texas is one of the most biologically diverse states in the country. Stately pine forests, the spectacular Chihuahuan desert, and the Tamaulipan thornscrub are only a few of the amazing ecosystems. Our bays and rivers create a fertile... Read More →
From the Big Thicket to Big Bend, and from the Rio Grande River to the Red River, Texas is one of the most biologically diverse states in the country. Stately pine forests, the spectacular Chihuahuan desert, and the Tamaulipan thornscrub are only a few of the amazing ecosystems. Our bays and rivers create a fertile... Read More →
The Man & TX Native Grapes that Saved the Entire Wine World- Dr. Russell D. Kane (NPSOT/TXMN), author of The Wineslinger Chronicles: Texas on the Vine and Texas Hill Country Wineries. AT - 1 hour to AT: Native Plant Society of Texas
Angela Chandler, The Garden Academy Matt and Kelly Brantley, BZ Honey Come see what all the buzz is about. If you’re a new beekeeper, come talk about what needs to be done to prepare your hives for winter. If you’re starting hives next year, come talk about hive types, equipment, and timelines for ordering your... Read More →
Soaring over our city parks and nesting in our backyards are an amazing array of birds. This program will highlight the importance of our native birds, their habitat and conservation. See live birds from Houston Audubon’s Raptor and Education Center. Learn all about local birds, their migration, and ways to help our bird populations. How... Read More →
Soaring over our city parks and nesting in our backyards are an amazing array of birds. This program will highlight the importance of our native birds, their habitat and conservation. See live birds from Houston Audubon’s Raptor and Education Center. Learn all about local birds, their migration, and ways to help our bird populations. How... Read More →
The Casa Frio Site in Frio County comprised a burial in what appeared to be a burned prehistoric pit house. Archeologists used computed tomography (CT) scanning, an x-ray technique common in medical applications, and other techniques to study sediment samples, which now casts doubt on the original field interpretation. Join us to learn what new... Read More →
Dive into Earth's largest ecosystem and examine intriguing examples of diverse ocean life. Discover Malacology - the study of mollusks, invertebrate creatures with soft, unsegmented bodies, many of which house themselves in shells. This fascinating and highly diverse group of animals includes more than 100,000 species, ranging in size from snails so small that we... Read More →
Learn to stay safe outdoors while getting up close and personal with the toxic creatures and plants in the museum’s collection.
Texas is home to the most butterfly species in the United States, but their habitats are shrinking every day. You can help our native pollinators by creating a new habitat right in your own yard or patio. Seasonal species featured in the Cockrell Butterfly Center rainforest are three neotropical butterfly species--Ruby-spotted Swallowtail, Zebra Longwing and... Read More →
What We Provide A curriculum that is hands-on and fun for participants FREE educational materials, including certificates and fish pins Loaner equipment where available For more information about our angler education instructor certification program, please see our brochure (PDF). Who Uses This Teachers (State Board for Educator Certification credit available) Youth group leaders, including Scout... Read More →
Get "enraptored"! Don’t miss this opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Houston Audubon Raptor and Education Center. Learn about our native raptors and raptor conservation, meet the raptors up close with lots of photo ops and discover what it takes to run a raptor center. This private event occurs before our open hours,... Read More →
Get enraptured! Don’t miss this opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Houston Audubon Raptor and Education Center. Learn about our native raptors and raptor conservation, meet the raptors up close with lots of photo ops and discover what it takes to run a raptor center. This private event occurs before our open hours... Read More →
Our April program, presented by TMNCPC Past President Amber Leung, will give audience members a tour of our night sky. From the planets and moons of our own solar system, to star clusters, comets, nebulae, and even other galaxies. Ms. Leung will explain how she captured detailed photos of each without the use of a... Read More →
The Texas Coast is a top destination for birders from around the globe. Discover the numerous fascinating birds that can be seen on the Texas coast. Learn about avian ecology and behavior, as well as the natural history of this region. Many different types of birds will be seen--one highlight being the roseate spoonbill rookery.... Read More →
Overview Native Landscapes for Birds is a Companion Class to the Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP). There is no prerequisite for the class. The NLCP is a four level certification program developed by the Native Plant Society of Texas that teaches the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Check it out! https://npsot.org/wp/nlcp/... Read More →
