The purpose of the garden is to educate the public about prairie plants and how people can use them in their home gardens. We also see some interesting critters! We supply seed for plants that will be planted in the Seabourne Prairie Restoration Project as well. Plots are open for adoption, as small or large... Read More →
There is NO May Chapter Meeting. Be sure to sign up for the Pierce Ranch field trip on May 29. https://txmn.org/coastal/event/at-pierce-ranch-chapter-field-trip/ See you June 1 when we meet our new graduating class of 2017 for a potluck dinner
Come out to help supervise the LDS Volunteers for our Prairie Restoration Project on Thursday, May 4th from 8:30 am to 10:30am. This project is a wonderful way to improve the environment, increase biodiversity and earn VSP hours. Prairies are our most endangered ecosystem and with our project we helping to sustain wildlife. Please RSVP... Read More →
DEADLINES: APRIL 4, 2017 - Hotel reservations must be made to secure the special event rate APRIL 26, 2017 - Online registration for the Nacogdoches PowWow ends (Complete information: Speakers and details of events on: http://www.texaspollinatorpowwow.org/.) AT hours to AT:
A Texas Agrilife seminar for small acreages---this workshop is designed for landowners with new, existing, or plans for a pond. Topics discussed will include considerations for pond site selection, pond design regarding layout and depth considerations, appropriate selection and management of fish species and numbers based on pond size, and plant management in established ponds. ... Read More →
Where: KPC and other Prairie Preserves When: First Tuesday | 9am - 1pm| All other Tuesdays | 9 am – 3 pm Every Friday and Saturday of the month | 9 am – 1 pm Who: All are welcomed to participate – no experience necessary. Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on the ground; some... Read More →
Where: KPC and other Prairie Preserves When: First Tuesday of the month | 9am - 1pm| All other Tuesdays | 9 am – 3 pm Every Friday and Saturday of the month | 9 am – 1 pm Who: All are welcomed to participate – no experience necessary. Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on... Read More →
Come out to help with Seabourne projects! With our new feral hog fence we can work without fear of hog attacks! We have plots for adoption and will help adoptees with plant selection and getting plants. Soon the Butterfly Garden will also have a fence and work can begin there without fear of hog attacks.... Read More →
Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 6:30 pm Learning Corner: Book Sale (Most $1 - $5) 7:00 pm Ornithology Group (OG) Business Meeting 7:30 pm Program: Birding in Cuba by Stephan Gast No meetings or field trips in June and July; meetings resume in August http://ornithologygroup.org/Meeting 1 AT hour to AT: Skills Enhancement
Certified Interpretive Guide Training Course May 9-12, 2017 Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary 440 Wilchester Blvd., Houston, TX 77079 Instructor: Amber Pepper Registration Cost: $230 (Certification is an additional $150) The Houston Audubon Society, in partnership with the National Association for Interpretation (NAI), is offering a training course for individuals in the field of Interpretation.... Read More →
Starts Tuesday, March 7th -- 7 - 9 pm -- Plant Study Group Classroom Session -- Associated Plant Study Group Plant Walk at Seabourne Creek Park. Meets 2nd Saturdays through May, resuming in September. Study prairie plants with our own Susie Doe, Class of 2009, who is a recognized expert on local flora. AT... Read More →
Join us at our May meeting and learn how Living Earth Technologies has, over the past 20 years, become the leading green waste recycler in Texas. Missouri City Rec & Tennis Center, 2701 Cypress Point Dr, 77459 Guest Speaker: Living Earth - Why Green Recycling Matters ALL welcome! AT time to AT: Skills Enhancement
Starts Tuesday, March 7th -- 7 - 9 pm -- Plant Study Group Classroom Session -- Associated Plant Study Group Plant Walk at Seabourne Creek Park. Meets 2nd Saturdays through May. NOTE: MAY Class is SECOND Tuesday, 9-May. Study prairie plants with our own Susie Doe, Class of 2009, who is a recognized expert... Read More →
Shaun Oldenburger (Dove Program Leader) will conduct the dove banding training session at the Outdoor Archery Range in the back of the AgriLife Offices on Thursday May 11 from 10 AM to 1 PM. Bring a lunch/snack and something to drink. In addition to the dove banding training he will give a presentation on the... Read More →
Event: Restoration Webinar Series (May 11, 2017) Description: Stepping Out of the Mold: Restoration Design that Reestablishes the Dynamic Nature of Streams To register now, please visit the following link: https://nctc.adobeconnect.com/e52zbhwqi3w/event/registration.html Speaker: Cari Press and Paul Powers, U.S. Forest Service, In 2000, Cari Press began working as a hydrologist for the Forest Service in the... Read More →
Where: KPC and other Prairie Preserves When: First Tuesday | 9am - 1pm| All other Tuesdays | 9 am – 3 pm Every Friday and Saturday of the month | 9 am – 1 pm Who: All are welcomed to participate – no experience necessary. Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on the ground; some... Read More →
Where: KPC and other Prairie Preserves When: First Tuesday of the month | 9am - 1pm| All other Tuesdays | 9 am – 3 pm Every Friday and Saturday of the month | 9 am – 1 pm Who: All are welcomed to participate – no experience necessary. Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on... Read More →
Level 3: Installing and Maintaining Native Landscapes Explores the differences in installation and maintenance between native plant landscapes and traditional landscapes. This course offers (1) professional contractors the opportunity to learn the nuances of working with native plants and (2) individuals the opportunity to learn how to care for their native plant landscape. CEU credit... Read More →
Plant Study Group Plant Walk at Bates Allen Park, East Bernard (Kendleton) in May. Study prairie plants with our own Susie Doe, Class of 2009, who is a recognized expert on local flora. AT to AT: Chapter Led Training
CPCTMN Board meetings are open to chapter members and questions are welcome! We are now meeting at 10am - 12noon. So come see your board in action!
http://npsot.org/wp/houston/plants-of-the-month/monthly-meetings/ AT - 1 hour to AT: Native Plant Society of Texas
The Man & TX Native Grapes that Saved the Entire Wine World- Dr. Russell D. Kane (NPSOT/TXMN), author of The Wineslinger Chronicles: Texas on the Vine and Texas Hill Country Wineries. AT - 1 hour to AT: Native Plant Society of Texas
Where: KPC and other Prairie Preserves When: First Tuesday | 9am - 1pm| All other Tuesdays | 9 am – 3 pm Every Friday and Saturday of the month | 9 am – 1 pm Who: All are welcomed to participate – no experience necessary. Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on the ground; some... Read More →
Where: KPC and other Prairie Preserves When: First Tuesday of the month | 9am - 1pm| All other Tuesdays | 9 am – 3 pm Every Friday and Saturday of the month | 9 am – 1 pm Who: All are welcomed to participate – no experience necessary. Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on... Read More →
Volunteers are needed to man a CPTMN Booth at the Fulshear Farmers Market on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. It is located at 9035 Bois d'Arc Lane, Fulshear, TX. Check Sign-up Genius to let Ramona know you are coming. Signup Genius Fulshear Farmers' Market This is a great opportunity to get the word out about... Read More →
Bob Honig from the Katy Prairie Conservancy will be speaking about the beautiful dragonflies we see around us. After the talk, attendees will go out into Hermann Park to identify dragonflies that hover just outside the pavilion! AT 1 hr to AT: Native Prairie Assoc. of Texas - Houston
Where: KPC and other Prairie Preserves When: First Tuesday | 9am - 1pm| All other Tuesdays | 9 am – 3 pm Every Friday and Saturday of the month | 9 am – 1 pm Who: All are welcomed to participate – no experience necessary. Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on the ground; some... Read More →
Where: KPC and other Prairie Preserves When: First Tuesday of the month | 9am - 1pm| All other Tuesdays | 9 am – 3 pm Every Friday and Saturday of the month | 9 am – 1 pm Who: All are welcomed to participate – no experience necessary. Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on... Read More →
May 27 Pierce Ranch Field Trip 9:00-2:00 Use SIGN-UP GENIUS to register your plans to attend www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F084DABAA22A4F85-may7pierce Map/address will be sent soon, and address is in SIGN-UP GENIUS. We will explore the habitats of this 32,000 acre ranch and see the prairie restoration efforts along with the agricultural areas. Wear appropriate footwear, bring sunscreen and... Read More →
The purpose of the garden is to educate the public about prairie plants and how people can use them in their home gardens. We also see some interesting critters! We supply seed for plants that will be planted in the Seabourne Prairie Restoration Project as well. Plots are open for adoption, as small or large... Read More →
June 1 Program - Come Welcome Our Newest Members at the June Pot Luck Meeting and celebrate Member Certifications and Milestones. We will have a pot luck dinner. Fried Chicken, tea and water will be provided by the Chapter. Bring your favorite dish/dessert. We will begin at 6:30 to eat then have fun activities to get... Read More →
