AT: Herbicides: A Double-Edged Sword? What Do We Know About Impacts on Pollinators

Online Zoom

Virtual. Register for Zoom Link. Herbicides, "the chemical hoe," make up more than half of global pesticide sales and use, and are widely applied in agriculture, residential landscapes, and natural areas. Along with reducing the availability of food and shelter for pollinators, herbicides may have some direct effects on insects exposed in air, soil, water,... Read More →

Free

VSP: April Nature and Bird Walk at Harrison-Long Point Property

Long Point Ranch 8200 Whaley-Long Point Road, Richmond, TX, United States

Black-crowned Night Heron at the Long Point Ranch - photo by Robbin Mallett "Master Naturalists, Wildlife Photographers, and general Nature Enthusiasts are invited to enjoy a morning on the land at Harrison-Long Point on Friday, April 28th from 8:30am - 11:00am. If you are interested in attending, please kindly let us know by registering below.... Read More →

Free

AT: Shorebird Identification

Clint and Mary Frances Morse Field Station 2089 5th Street, High Island, TX

Interested in learning more about birding? Ever wanted to visit world famous High Island? Visit this world class birding destination and attend FREE birding classes offered by Houston Audubon. Classes are held at the brand new Morse Field Station on High Island and taught by members of the Houston Audubon Conservation team. All programs are... Read More →

Free

VSP: Coastal Prairie Conservancy Friday Work Day at Indiangrass Prairie

CPC Indiangrass Preserve-Field Office 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, Texas

Per the Coastal Prairie Conservancy (CPC), "COVID-19 UPDATE - Volunteer opportunities are back! Following the latest recommendation from the CDC, face coverings are now optional for volunteers and visitors indoors and outdoors. We ask that all volunteers and visitors continue to act with courtesy, kindness, and common sense, respecting the choice of the Coastal Prairie... Read More →

Free

VSP: Spring Bird Count at James B. Harrison-Burr Property

Burr Property 6763 CR 121, East Bernard, Texas

Lake on the Burr Property in Wharton County "Come join us for a morning out in Wharton County on the Harrison-Burr Property on Saturday, April 29th for our annual Spring Bird Count. Birders of all levels are welcome but please be aware this activity is ideal for birders who don’t mind covering difficult terrain seeking... Read More →

Free

AT: How to Use BirdCast to Enjoy Spring Migration and Keep Birds Safer

Online Zoom

Virtual. Register for Zoom Link. Spring migration is peaking right now across much of North America, meaning each morning is a fresh chance to see new birds. On a typical night, hundreds of millions of birds will be in the air, and the BirdCast project has tools that help you know in advance when waves... Read More →

Free
Event Series AT: Managing Weeds in Forages

AT: Managing Weeds in Forages – Toxic Weeds 1.0

Online

7-Part Online Series. Each program runs from 6-7:00 p.m. CDT. Cost is $10 per session. Virtual, 1-hour sessions that will focus on controlling weeds in forage production systems (pasture, hay, and range). Examples and recommendations used will be those for our growing region (USDA hardiness zone 9a). Join virtually from your own location using a compatible... Read More →

$10

VSP: TMN Virtual Volunteer Fair 2023

Webex online

"Flowing with the theme of Global Volunteer Month and National Volunteer Recognition Week, our Virtual Volunteer Fair registration is now OPEN! The Texas Master Naturalist Program is planning to host its fifth Virtual Volunteer Fair this spring: Wednesday and Thursday, May 2nd and 3rd 2023 with a series of 15-minute sessions highlighting projects by a variety of... Read More →

Free

VSP: Coastal Prairie Conservancy/KPC – Tuesday Work Day at Indiangrass Prairie

CPC Indiangrass Preserve-Field Office 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, Texas

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 Hamilton... Read More →