Leader: Mary Anne Weber Please join HAS for a monthly bird survey at the Houston Botanic Garden (Glenbrook Golf Course). They meet the first Thursday of each month at the main parking lot at 8205 N Bayou Dr, Houston, TX 77017. If the lot is closed, park at the park next door. There is a... Read More →
Join us as we learn about "Biodiversity in the Urban Corridor: Birds and Bugs at Rice University, Houston" presented by Cin-Ty Lee. This will be a Zoom meeting, open to the public. Please register in advance through this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvfu2przgiHdTYcu6QQHsznf_omqhfYDBC After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.... Read More →
The NPSOT Houston Chapter is giving you the opportunity to register for its Fall 2020 classes. The NLCP classes feature live presentations and a virtual Plant Walk all coming to you via Zoom with an opportunity to interact with the speakers and ask questions. Join us for Native Landscapes for Birds classes on one of... Read More →
Have you ever wondered how plants on the prairie can be used? The prairie is covered with a wide variety of vegetation that can be used in a multitude of ways. Learn how these plants can be used for medicinal or edible purposes, as well as which plants should be avoided. Join Dr. Mark "Merriwether"... Read More →
The Coastal Prairie Conservancy (CPC) seeks “Preserve and Native Nursery Volunteers”. Its COVID-19 Update notes volunteer opportunities are “Open to vaccinated volunteers”. “Come get your hands dirty on the prairie. Every Tuesday and Friday on the Indiangrass Preserve, volunteers participate in activities critical to the success of our restoration program. Volunteers maintain the Ann... Read More →
Field Trip: November 14, 2020 Winter is an excellent time to be outdoors! Generally mild weather, few mosquitoes, lots of birds from many families: gulls, shorebirds, sparrows, hawks, ducks and geese, sandhill cranes and even a few warblers among many others. In this overview class we will discuss winter migration of birds, various habitats and... Read More →
Come help at Seabourne Creek Nature Park (SCNP), Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter’s signature project! It is a great way to earn VSP hours; learn about butterflies and prairie plants; and enjoy time with fellow Texas Master Naturalists. There are several SCNP areas needing attention: Prairie Restoration Project Butterfly Garden Bird Sanctuaries Prairie... Read More →
Opening: President Deborah Douglas Inspirational Speaker: Sandy Cackowski “Basket Full of Knowledge” Speaker: (Our very own!) Shannon Westveer’s “Shannon Westveer’s brown thumb was turned green with a few key principles taught by nature, observed at home. She’s now a Texas Master Naturalist with a suburban yard —kept only by her—that rivals many nature parks for... Read More →
Public · Hosted by Mercer Botanic Gardens Join a member of Precinct 4’s Trails as Parks Division for a walk-through at Mercer’s East Side Gardens while we chat about local wildflowers and how women have been historically connected to the language of flowers. Wear outdoor appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. Bring your own water bottle.... Read More →
Fort Bend County COVID-19 Precautions: Currently at a COVID-19 Red Status, "High Community Risk". The advisement follows: "Stay Home, Stay Safe"; “Minimize contact with others, whenever possible, and avoid leaving home, except for essential needs.”; and “Avoid all gatherings of any size.” Additionally, Fort Bend County Judge K. P. George issued a mask order for... Read More →
