CPC Members Identifying Birds at Seabourne Creek Park Participation is open to the public – all ages and levels of birders are welcome. Binoculars and weather-appropriate clothing and footwear are recommended. Members of the Coastal Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists lead the hikes. The hikes are ongoing from October to May. In the event... Read More →
"Rooted in Diversity: Nurturing Nature with Native Flora" featuring arborist Mickey Merritt Coastal Prairie Chapter programs are free and open to the public. This program will be held in-person at the Rosenberg Civic Center. Please plan to arrive at 6:00 pm for refreshments and social time. January 2024 Program Description Join us for an evening... Read More →
“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 Trail, grow out native species in our Coastal Prairie Native Seed Nursery, plant native wildflowers and grasses, remove invasive species, build and... Read More →
Members: Join in the weekend fun at Seabourne. Every first and third Saturdays, we will be at Seabourne working in the various projects we have going on there. 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... Read More →
In person. Nocturnal animal presentation and Naturalist led Night Hike. All ages. Pre-registration required. Visit website here to purchase event tickets at the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. Limited number of registrants. Note: if seating is full, registration moves to the next offering. Be sure to check selected event in the cart for your preferred... Read More →
Virtual. The Clear Lake Chapter of Native Plant Society of Texas is hosting a program on Xeriscaping following their business meeting. Business meeting at 6:45pm and program start at 7pm. Handouts are available to download in advance of the program (see link below.) Pre-registration required. Register here. How Can I Tame a Water-thirsty Yard? Getting... Read More →
In person. Pre-Registration required. Kleb Ecological Surveys, Kleb Woods Nature Center, 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, TX, 77377 Join our Ecological Surveys to learn about local biodiversity and contribute to habitat management at Kleb Woods. Participants will get hands-on experience with survey techniques, species identification, and ecological data collection. All skill levels welcome! For questions, email... Read More →
Virtual, 12pm-1pm CST. Register for WebEx webinar here. Topic: "State of the Program" with Michelle Haggerty and Mary Pearl Meuth Join us as Program Coordinators, Michelle Haggerty & Mary Pearl Meuth, update us on the state of the program, recap 2023, and touch on 2024 planning and events! On the second Tuesday of each month... Read More →
Virtual. Registration Required for Zoom Link. Webinar offered at 2:00 and 7:00 Central on January 10, 2024 Webinar with Kelly Albus, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas Water Resources Institute and MIchelle Wood-Ramirez, Tarrant Regional Water District Environmental education programs are included in nearly all sustainable resource management strategies, with millions in funding going toward programs for... Read More →
In person. Event will be held at the Moody Gardens Auditorium, 1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, Texas from 6pm - 8pm Register here, there is no fee to attend but pre-registration advised. The Galveston community is proud to present a "Ghost Wolves Research Update" featuring speakers from the Galveston Bay Foundation, Texas Conservation Alliance, International Wildlife... Read More →
Virtual. Registration Required for Zoom Link. Webinar offered at 2:00 and 7:00 Central on January 10, 2024 Webinar with Kelly Albus, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas Water Resources Institute and MIchelle Wood-Ramirez, Tarrant Regional Water District Environmental education programs are included in nearly all sustainable resource management strategies, with millions in funding going toward programs for... Read More →
In person lecture, hosted by the Quail Valley Garden Club. Open to public. Speaker: Mary Anne Morris, Houston Audubon Education Director Soar into a program about the marvels of birds! Learn about their habits, migrations and why the Houston area is so important to the feathered tribe. Meet some of the live birds that help... Read More →
Virtual - Registration Required With birds in the air and fungi in the earth, you may think that the two don’t interact much. However, there are several documented ways that fungi and birds play roles in each other’s lives. In this talk, we will explore some of the known interactions and observations that have been... Read More →
“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 Trail, grow out native species in our Coastal Prairie Native Seed Nursery, plant native wildflowers and grasses, remove invasive species, build and... Read More →
Our annual YIP Volunteer Day is coming up on Jan 13. We will lead about 15 teenage volunteers with the George Foundation on a "Wild About Nature: A Volunteer Adventure at Cullinan Park" day. Our main goal for the day is to make nature fun, fun, fun for these students so that they will want to... 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 volunteer@coastalprairieconservancy.org to register. Who: Coastal Prairie Conservancy (CPC) What: Assist CPC in removing invasive species;... 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 of nature in a beautiful setting with families and kids at the museum. January - Wildlife in our neighborhood! 1/13/24 and 1/27/24 SKINS AND SKULLS WOW-Lead Jan Peterson Learn... Read More →
In person. Location: Galveston Island State Park. Program Focus: Seasonal - Winter Bird migration and species identification. It's winter on the island and a great time to learn about our feathery winter residents. Join us on an exploration to learn basics of birding, identify resident species, and catch sight of some uncommon birds. All ages... Read More →
In person. Nocturnal animal presentation and Naturalist led Night Hike. All ages. Pre-registration required. Link here to purchase event tickets at the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. Fee: $35 member / $50 nonmember, $20 child (5-12 yrs) Ages 5+ Looking for a family adventure? In this fun, relaxed event, you can enjoy refreshments (light snacks,... Read More →
Virtual. Registration Required - Zoom Link We all know that diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are important in every classroom. But how do we bring that into our classrooms and programs? Join us in an interactive webinar to learn practical ways to build a more inclusive science classroom or program through culturally responsive teaching practices.... Read More →
Virtual. NPSOT Austin Chapter meeting and program. Our guest speaker this month is Michael Eason, Associate Director of Conservation and Collections of the San Antonio Botanical Gardens. His topic is Rare Texas Natives. Michael Eason joined the San Antonio Botanical Gardens in 2017 as representative of the Center for Plant Conservation. With his extensive knowledge... Read More →
The Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter (TMNCPC) board meeting will be held on the third Wednesday of the month from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Board meetings are open to all TMNCPC members. Join in and learn all about the workings of our chapter! If the board meeting is to be held via Zoom, advance... Read More →
Virtual - Register for Zoom Link Join Coastal Prairie Conservancy and Wildlife Habitat Federation (WHF) for a lunch and learn highlighting technical assistance available to landowners. WHF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit providing on-the-ground technical guidance for the restoration, management, and generational sustainability of prairie and grassland habitat for the conservation of soil, water, air, and... Read More →
Virtual Webinar: Featured Speaker Scott Weidensaul Even as scientists make astounding discoveries about navigational and physiological feats enabling migratory birds to cross immense oceans or fly above the highest mountains, humans have brought many migrants to the brink. Based on his bestselling new book "A World on the Wing," author and researcher Scott Weidensaul takes... Read More →
“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 Trail, grow out native species in our Coastal Prairie Native Seed Nursery, plant native wildflowers and grasses, remove invasive species, build and... Read More →
Hybrid, virtual and in person. Free. Pre-Registration required, link here. If joining by zoom pre-register to receive the zoom link sent on day of meeting. In person location will be at the Ellen Trout Zoo, 402 Zoo Circle, Lufkin, TX 75904. The meeting will be in the education center, the first building you see on... 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: Arrive at 8:00am to... Read More →
In person. Location: Galveston Island State Park. Program Focus: Seasonal - Winter Bird migration and species identification. It's winter on the island and a great time to learn about our feathery winter residents. Join us on an exploration to learn basics of birding, identify resident species, and catch sight of some uncommon birds. All ages... Read More →
The public is invited to learn about Seabourne Creek Nature Park on a one hour Naturalist led walk. We are thrilled to showcase the rich biodiversity of Seabourne Creek Nature Park through our 7 habitats. This park is a treasure trove of natural wonders, and we invite visitors to connect with nature, explore its diverse... Read More →
Survey Leader: Bayard Nicklow, Precinct 4 Parks Naturalist We will start at 7:30 AM in the main parking lot off Eldridge and split the group if we need to. ABOUT THE SURVEY Do you live on the west side of Houston and are you looking for a fantastic place to see an amazing array of... Read More →
Hybrid - 2 Virtual Sessions and 1 Field Session - Register for Course WATERFOWL OF THE UPPER TEXAS COAST WITH BOB FRIEDRICHS ID Classes & Field Trip 6:00-8:00PM Monday, January 22nd, 2024 – Class session #1 (Zoom). Slides by Ron Weeks. 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday January 24th, 2024 – Class session #2 (Zoom). Slides by Ron Weeks.... Read More →
Virtual interactive webinar series with weekly online classes on Mondays at 7pm from January 22 - March 11th. Register for individual classes or the entire 8 week series here. Fee for each class is $15 individually or entire 8 week series for $100. Each class is 1 hour. Join Kristine Rivers with Birding for Fun... Read More →
Virtual, Webex webinar. Tuesday January 23rd 11am-1pm Acoustic Monitoring of Texas Bats: A Community Service Project for TMNs Pre-registration required. Register here. New in 2024! TMN Tuesdays Nature Trackers Mini Series. On the second Tuesday of each month at 12:00pm CST the TMN State Office will offer a virtual advanced training event – with fantastic... Read More →
Virtual. Free. This offering is part of the 2024 Monarch Joint Venture Monarch Conservation Webinar series. Webinars occur on the 3rd or 4th Tuesday each month and are free. Registration required, complete registration here. Stay connected with the latest monarch conservation topics by attending our free monthly webinars. This series is a unique opportunity to... Read More →
Hybrid. Course fee for 5-week program to achieve certification. See Land Care Institute Certification Program website for costs and schedule details here. Course begins January 23rd with weekly webinars Tuesdays/Thursdays and in-person training Saturday February 17th, online exam February 20th. Course requires pre-reading assignments and attendance to weekly online classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00p-8:30p, with... Read More →
Virtual. Tuesday, January 23 @ 6:30-7:30 PM CT - Gregg Eckhardt, Senior Analyst, with San Antonio Water System Part of the Texas Waters Specialist Program Webinar Series 2024 This program is intended to develop a corps of well-informed volunteer specialists who provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of aquatic resources and aquatic habitats within... Read More →
Virtual, zoom registration here. Discussion on the basics of fungal DNA extraction and the process it undergoes to amplify for species identification. We will discuss why specific regions of mushrooms are used for identification, what a species is, and what are the limitations of DNA identification. This class will not go over the technical aspects... Read More →
Hybrid meeting, in person and online zoom. Free. Zoom participant seating limited to 100. The San Antonio chapter of NPSOT is hosting a hybrid meeting on Native Grasses in Residential Landscapes. In person: meeting held at The Gathering Center at the Urban Ecology Center at Phil Hardberger Park, 8400 NW Military Hwy (San Antonio) Online:... Read More →
Registration required - click here Annual Seed Sorting and Pizza Party at the Red Cross Building, 2700 Southwest Freeway. Coastal Prairie Conservancy and Houston Native Prairie Association of Texas join together to host this special event. Roll up your sleeves and help sort the seeds from the chaff while you visit with your prairie friends.... Read More →
Hybrid - 2 Virtual Sessions and 1 Field Session - Register for Course WATERFOWL OF THE UPPER TEXAS COAST WITH BOB FRIEDRICHS ID Classes & Field Trip 6:00-8:00PM Monday, January 22nd, 2024 – Class session #1 (Zoom). Slides by Ron Weeks. 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday January 24th, 2024 – Class session #2 (Zoom). Slides by Ron Weeks.... Read More →
Insect Hike: Insects in Winter In person at Seabourne Creek Nature Park. Participation is open to the public, all ages welcome. Wear appropriate clothing (see description below.) Some trails may be muddy following recent rains. Where do insects go during winter? We'll explore the park looking in leaf litter, logs, tree holes, and more places... Read More →
Webinar, Free. Program of the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. In the Life of Beetles: Superstars of soil health, pollination, and more! Register here to receive zoom link details. Beetles are one of the most diverse groups of insects on the planet and are endlessly fascinating. Join Jennifer Hopwood to learn more about how beetles... Read More →
Webinar. Free. Register here to receive program zoom link. Join Rosemary Malfi and Aaron Anderson from the Xerces Society’s Pesticide Team for an “ask me anything”session. Rosemary and Aaron will give short presentations with case studies on practical pesticide reduction outreach and policy reform ideas. We will have plenty of time for Q&A and group... Read More →
Hybrid. Course fee for 5-week program to achieve certification. See Land Care Institute Certification Program website for costs and schedule details here. Course begins January 23rd with weekly webinars Tuesdays/Thursdays and in-person training Saturday February 17th, online exam February 20th. Course requires pre-reading assignments and attendance to weekly online classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00p-8:30p, with... Read More →
Virtual. Register for Zoom link. NPSOT Trinity Forks chapter meeting and online program. Program counts for 1 hour AT. Open to public. Learn Garden Design Principles Using Native Prairie Plants in a one hour online seminar presented by Neil Diboll, native plant industry pioneer and internationally recognized native plant ecologist. Our beautiful, hardy prairie flowers... Read More →
“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 Trail, grow out native species in our Coastal Prairie Native Seed Nursery, plant native wildflowers and grasses, remove invasive species, build and... Read More →
Garden Sign at the SCNP Butterfly Garden - photo by Hoiman Low 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... Read More →
Hybrid - 2 Virtual Sessions and 1 Field Session - Register for Course WATERFOWL OF THE UPPER TEXAS COAST WITH BOB FRIEDRICHS ID Classes & Field Trip 6:00-8:00PM Monday, January 22nd, 2024 – Class session #1 (Zoom). Slides by Ron Weeks. 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday January 24th, 2024 – Class session #2 (Zoom). Slides by Ron Weeks.... Read More →
In person at John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center, 9950 Katy Hockley Rd, Cypress, TX, 77433 Want to get serious about birding but just don’t have the right binoculars? Interested in insects but you can’t get close enough? In this session by Whitney Lanfranco of Land Sea Sky you’ll learn binocular basics like optimum aspect... 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 of nature in a beautiful setting with families and kids at the museum. January – Wildlife in our neighborhood! 1/13/24 and 1/27/24 SKINS AND SKULLS WOW-Lead Jan Peterson Learn to... Read More →
Who: Fort Bend County Extension What: Open House highlighting volunteer organizations Where: AgriLife Extension Office 1402 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471 When: Monday, January 29, 2024 10:30am - 6:30am We have an opportunity to meet and greet the public at the Ft. Bend County AgriLife Extension Open House on Monday, January 29th from 10:30am to... Read More →
Virtual interactive webinar series with weekly online classes on Mondays at 7pm from January 22 - March 11th. Register for individual classes or the entire 8 week series here. Fee for each class is $15 individually or entire 8 week series for $100. Each class is 1 hour. Join Kristine Rivers with Birding for Fun... Read More →
Hybrid. Course fee for 5-week program to achieve certification. See Land Care Institute Certification Program website for costs and schedule details here. Course begins January 23rd with weekly webinars Tuesdays/Thursdays and in-person training Saturday February 17th, online exam February 20th. Course requires pre-reading assignments and attendance to weekly online classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00p-8:30p, with... Read More →
Garden Sign at the SCNP Butterfly Garden - photo by Hoiman Low Members: 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... Read More →
Spring 2024 Class Registration will OPEN February 1st at 8 am. Hybrid classes involve an online presentation and in-person plant walks and exercises depending on the class. Online classes are presented via Zoom. Classes are consistent across the state but focus on the characteristics and plants of the region in which they are taught. Please... Read More →
"Homegrown National Park" with Doug Tallamy Coastal Prairie Chapter programs are free and open to the public. This live program will be held virtually via Zoom. Admission is free but all attendees will need to pre-register. Program Description Douglas (Doug) Tallamy is the founder of “Homegrown National Park®.” A professor in the Department of Entomology... Read More →
Garden Docent Training (All four Thursday sessions required) February 1, 8, 15, and 22, 8:30 a.m. to noon Do you have a passion for Mercer, gardening, or the outdoors? Mercer is looking for volunteers to lead walking tours for the community. This comprehensive training program consists of four sessions, combining classroom instruction with outdoor experiences.... Read More →
February 1st 2p-4pm, free in-person workshop for Coastal Prairie chapter members. Look for the workshop invitation via Sign Up Genius to submit registration. Workshop Speaker - Scott Buckle, TMN - Galveston Bay Chapter Scott spent his childhood days exploring the "wild" areas near his home in Houston. He began to develop an interest in animal... Read More →
Hybrid. Course fee for 5-week program to achieve certification. See Land Care Institute Certification Program website for costs and schedule details here. Course begins January 23rd with weekly webinars Tuesdays/Thursdays and in-person training Saturday February 17th, online exam February 20th. Course requires pre-reading assignments and attendance to weekly online classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00p-8:30p, with... Read More →
In person workshop 9a-5pm at the Historic Casino Hall, 254 North Jefferson, La Grange, Texas. Fee of $35/person, lunch included. Buy tickets here. This workshop is intended for two audiences: (1) those already using herbicides in prairie/savanna restoration/maintenance and wishing to learn more about their effective and safe use, and (2) those not doing prairie/savanna... Read More →
“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 Trail, grow out native species in our Coastal Prairie Native Seed Nursery, plant native wildflowers and grasses, remove invasive species, build and... Read More →
CANCELLED - FEB 3rd due to inclement weather. Join in the weekend fun at Seabourne. Every first and third Saturdays, we will be at Seabourne working in the various projects we have going on there. Come help at Seabourne Creek Nature Park (SCNP), Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter’s signature project! It is a great... Read More →
In person at John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center, 9950 Katy Hockley Rd, Cypress, TX, 77433 Interested in keeping bees but don't know how to begin? Learn how to keep bees from our staff and area experts through an informative presentation and hands-on demonstration. From hive structure to honey production, you'll learn the basics of... Read More →
In person at Russ Pitman Park, located at 7112 Newcastle, Bellaire, TX, just inside West 610 Loop between Bellaire Blvd and Evergreen. Any season is a great season to learn about trees! Jim McKee, a Master Naturalist, tree lover, and bird watcher leads outdoor monthly walks on tree identification. You’ll learn how to use leaf,... Read More →
In person at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Registration required, fee for class. Registration link here. Should one prune perennials to remove frost damage? Do cold-growing grasses require special care? Learn the answer to these questions and many more during Winter Care for Native Plants. New and experienced gardeners are welcome! Bonus: Instructor Colleen Dieter... Read More →
In person classes, Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. Attendance to all 4 Saturdays February-May to qualify for certification. Register online here. Cost: $130 member / $190 nonmembers First Saturday of the month February – May 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Instructor: Kelsey Low Ages 12+ If you want to get serious about building a backyard... Read More →
