Virtual. Register for Zoom link. Insect populations around the world are declining rapidly. But why? While habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change all have something to do with it, I show in this talk that light pollution is another important — but too often overlooked — bringer of the insect apocalypse. Light pollution interferes... Read More →
Virtual. Registration in required. Spring migration is fully underway and billions of birds have made or are still making their way to breeding grounds all across the Western Hemisphere. Follow along using the new Bird Migration Explorer, a state-of-the-art digital platform that visualizes the heroic journeys for more than 450 species of birds found in... Read More →
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 →
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 →
Male red-wing blackbirds raise red-shoulder patches to defend territory, especially during the spring. Photo by Paula Dittrick "Be a part of birding’s biggest team! Global Big Day is an annual celebration of the birds around you. No matter where you are, join us virtually on 13 May, help celebrate World Migratory Bird Day, and share the birds you... Read More →
Plant Walk at Seabourne Creek Nature Park Come join Susie Doe for a short walk at Seabourne Creek Nature Park to learn about the plants that grow here. We will meet at the Prairie Demo Area this month. Please park in the parking lot and walk over to the Prairie area. 2 hours or more... Read More →
"Looking for a way to get your hands dirty on the prairie?" Look no further. Join the Coastal Prairie Conservancy for its Stewardship Saturdays!" All are welcomed to participate - no experience necessary! Groups larger than ten individuals, please contact [email protected] to register. Who: Coastal Prairie Conservancy (CPC) What: Assist CPC in removing invasive species;... Read More →
In Person. Space Limited to 20. We are once again offering our popular Boat Tour to North Deer Island Rookery on Saturday, May 13, from 9:30-11:30am. This is a private Birding for Fun charter aboard the SS Seagull II, a 45-passenger open air catamaran, departing from the Texas Seaport Museum in Galveston. The event is... Read More →
Registration There are over sixty species of trees in Houston. Which ones grow in your neighborhood? In this class we’ll learn the basics of tree ID – from tree anatomy to common tree groups and what to look for in the field. We’ll start in the classroom and, weather permitting, we’ll examine real trees on... Read More →
Join us in reaching out to the community every 2nd and 4th Saturday at the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land. Share your knowledge and excitement of nature in a beautiful setting with families and kids at the museum. The topic for each session follows: May 13, 2023 - Lead Lynn Trenta/Katie Sallean Topic: Kids... Read More →
