Grasslands and savannas worldwide are an imperiled biome—particularly as a result of woody plant encroachment (WPE), increasingly extreme climatic conditions, and more frequent and intense wildfires. This is especially true for the Great Plains of the United States. We contend here that the widespread adoption of pyric herbivory (the synergistic application of fire and grazing)... Read More →
On August 5, 2021, Nancy Greig will talk about pollinator gardening. ZOOM REGISTRATION LINK! This will be a Zoom presentation. Advance registration is required. Please click the following link to register: ZOOM REGISTRATION CLICK HERE. After registering, you will receive an email with further details. Please join us for a great presentation! Ms. Greig will... Read More →
The pergola at SNCP Butterfly Garden is in the process of being expanded. The available shade will double. Photo by Paula Dittrick. Per Jerry Trenta: "With the COVID cases continuing to rise, especially in breakthrough cases, I'm cancelling the volunteer days at Seabourne and implementing... Read More →
Registration begins Wed., July 28. Guest speakers will present the health hazards of extreme flooding and how native plants can help reduce the toxicity of these weather events. In partnership with Jones Park, Lone Star College - Kingwood and the Citizens Environmental Coalition work with local residents and organizations to create healthy, resilient, and research-based... Read More →
From year-round residents to migrant species that nest in Texas, birds have adapted to survive in some harsh conditions! Learn all about it with Jake & Marcus.
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 →
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 →
Seabourne Lake is stocked with fish every year. Come help be a part of the team! Photo by Garret Englehardt Seabourne Volunteer Days are SUSPENDED until further notice due to the COVID -19 situation. Per Jerry Trenta, we are implementing an "Essential Tasks Only" plan,... Read More →
Discover how the end of the Pleistocene Epoch aka last Ice Age affected today's wildlife and how the melting glaciers literally scarred the topography of our terrain. In contrast to the dramatic Ice Age die-off in North America, take a paleontological look at modern African beasts and Texas' not so mega fauna by comparison. After... 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 →
