Each month, we will talk about a different book, article, or topic related to our natural world. These programs are intended to foster discussion, and attendees are encouraged to comment and participate. Nature Discussion Groups are best suited for adults and older students with a keen interest in nature. For August's Nature Discussion Group, Fred... Read More →
Calling all neighbors! Pollinators and other wildlife face many significant challenges to their survival, and they need our help. The good news is that we can take simple steps to help them— right here, right now, right in our own gardens. In this presentation, Lauren Simpson introduces our pollinators and shares simple techniques for transforming... Read More →
A project at the Coastal Prairie Chapter’s Seabourne Creek Nature Park in Rosenberg has been selected as one of ten national semifinalists for a $75,000 grant from Niagara Bottling Company’s “Perk Your Park” Contest. In March of this year, our grant committee members proposed the new “Arboretum at Seabourne Creek” as a project for this... Read More →
Bee-come fascinated with our local bees as staff and volunteers guide you through Mercer’s gardens. Learn about resident colonies of carpenter bees and honeybees, their critical role in the environment, and Mercer’s conservation efforts through holistic gardening practices. Children younger than 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Meet at Mercer’s Visitor Center.... Read More →
A project at the Coastal Prairie Chapter’s Seabourne Creek Nature Park in Rosenberg has been selected as one of ten national semifinalists for a $75,000 grant from Niagara Bottling Company’s “Perk Your Park” Contest. In March of this year, our grant committee members proposed the new “Arboretum at Seabourne Creek” as a project for this... Read More →
Interested in helping the Native Prairies Association of Texas at Lawther-Deer Park Prairie? Who: Native Prairies Association of Texas What: "The 4th Saturday monthly workdays offer an opportunity to explore and help maintain this special coastal prairie. For the foreseeable future, we will be working on invasives removal and demo garden." When: 4th Saturday of... Read More →
On the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, we host fun outreach or craft activities at the Butterfly Garden section of the Museum. The topics vary and can include butterfly gardening, native plants, dragonflies, etc. Volunteers are needed to help staff our booth and present the topics above. There will be two shifts per... Read More →
What: Anytime is a great time to learn more about trees! Jim McKee, a Master Naturalist, tree lover, and bird watcher leads walks to teach visitors how to identify the trees that live here in Russ Pitman Park. Jim shares lots of interesting historical and biological facts about the many species of trees we have... Read More →
Instructor: Dr. Cassidy Johnson Ages 16 and up We love frogs! Summer nights wouldn’t be the same without their croaking, chirping, and trilling – but unfortunately, many frogs are in trouble. Join Dr. Cassidy Johnson to explore the amazing world of Houston’s frogs and how people are working to save these strange and wonderful creatures.... Read More →
We love frogs! Summer nights wouldn’t be the same without their croaking, chirping, and trilling – but unfortunately, many frogs are in trouble. Join Dr. Cassidy Johnson to explore the amazing world of Houston’s frogs and how people are working to save these strange and wonderful creatures. Enjoy Saint Arnold Brewing Co. beer and light... Read More →
