VSP Nature Day Committee Check in
VSP Nature Day Committee Check in
Nature Day is a little over a month away. Let's check in and make sure we have all of our bases covered. Check the VSP Channel for the Zoom Link
Nature Day is a little over a month away. Let's check in and make sure we have all of our bases covered. Check the VSP Channel for the Zoom Link
This In person workshop is being held at Long Acres Ranch, 2335 Richmond Parkway, Richmond Tx 77469 Seating is limited, to reserve a seat register here. Join staff from Wildlife Habitat Federation, Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute, and Long Acres Ranch for a hands-on grassland and wildlife habitat restoration workshop. This free workshop will include... Read More →
This webinar will be presented on two dates, once in September and again in October with Speaker Jessica Karlsruher of the Texas Real Estate Advocacy and Defense Coalition. Jessica will discuss sustainable land use practices for preserving our Texas Natural Heritage. Topics include impact of renewable energy projects on land and wildlife, lease agreement concerns... Read More →
“Exploring the Essential Link Between Hunting and Conservation", by Erik Wolf October 2024 Program Description Imagine if hunting were banned tomorrow—what would it mean for wildlife, wetlands, and public wildlife areas? You might be surprised by the profound impact this could have. Consider this: the federal duck stamp, required for waterfowl hunters, has raised over... Read More →
The Rangeland, Wildlife, and Fisheries Management (RWFM) Stewardship Series is a monthly webinar series held on the first Thursday of every month at noon CST. Experts within the field are asked to present on relevant topics surrounding rangeland, wildlife, and fisheries management to deliver the most up to date information directly to our viewers. Our end... Read More →
Houston chapter NPSOT is hosting a local educational workshop and plant sale on October 5th from 8a - 3pm at the Northside Columbus Club Hall in the Independence Heights area at 607 E. Whitney, Houston, Texas, 77022. Some fees may apply. The workshop portion may qualify for AT credit as program details are published. The... Read More →
This introductory Angler Ed Camp will cover basic information all fisherman should know before hitting the water. This class can serve as a review for previous anglers or first time entry-level challenges for first-timers. Topics covered include fishing safety, tacklebox basics, casting practice, and techniques for fishing. Learn about the variety of fish in nearby... Read More →
Virtual fair. Free. Description: Join us as we hear about projects from five Texas Master Naturalist Chapters for our 2024 Annual Meeting Chapter Project Fair: Bluestem Chapter, East Texas Chapter, Galveston Bay Area Chapter, Hays County Chapter and North Texas Chapter. Each chapter will present on their project entry for the Annual Meeting contest. This year,... Read More →
In person. Tuesday October 8th, 6:3o pm. Program provided by Missouri City Green and Fort Bend County Master Gardeners. Program will be held at the Missouri City Recreation and Tennis Center, 2701 Cypress Point Drive, Missouri City, Tx 77459. To register please visit webpage here. Log in VMS under AT: Master Gardener Events
In person. Registration deadline is October 4th. What’s brown and round and found on the beach? That’s up to you and your scavenger hunt team! Perhaps it’s a sea bean, or a shark eye snail, or even an egg collar! We can’t wait to see what you discover at San Luis Pass. Register now for... Read More →
Native Plant Society of Texas Fall Symposium 2024 "Preserving Our Botanical Heritage" The NPSOT 2024 Fall Symposium is coming to New Braunfels, Texas with the theme of Preserving Our Botanical Heritage! Event Overview Join us October 10-13 for our 2024 Fall Symposium. The New Braunfels Civic Convention Center will serve as the symposium headquarters with... Read More →
Virtual. Fee $25 to attend. Homegrown National Park is hosting speaker Benjamin Vogt on the topic of Unlawning America. Join us for an engaging 90-minute session where you’ll learn all about transforming your lawn into a resilient, native plant paradise. Register here for the webinar to receive zoom link details. Benjamin will provide a crash... Read More →
Virtual, Free. ** Registration for this webinar closes on 10/7/24 ** This enlightening and informative event will cover the current state of the monarch butterfly and the vital work Monarch Joint Venture is undertaking to protect this iconic species. Don't miss this chance to engage with experts and learn how you can make a difference... Read More →
Mark your calendars now and get ready for some photographic fun and the opportunity to contribute to community science! Dates: October 11-27, 2024 Join the fun: All ages and abilities are encouraged to find pollinators and nectar-producing plants and take photos to share with friends! Find events to attend near you (please note: new events... Read More →
Mark your calendars for October Big Day—12 Oct 2024! Like Global Big Day, October Big Day is an opportunity to unite around our shared love of birds. Last October, nearly 35,000 people from 185 countries submitted 83,735 checklists with eBird, demonstrating the power of birds to bring people together. Wherever you are on 12 October, take a... Read More →
John Paul Landing is having a Big Sit . You can come and go for the bird count any time between 7:00am and 5pm. There will also be a Bird Walk from 8-9 a.m. and a Birding 101 class from 11am-Noon. The Bird count and Bird Walk are VSP and should be reported as: The... 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. October-Things that go bump in the night 10/12/24 and 10/26/24 Co-Leads-Kayleigh Minin and Lisa Sanders Learn... Read More →
General Public is invited to attend a lecture Birding 101 at John Paul Landing park. Meet in the Great Room and lecture is open to all ages. Learn the basics of birding, from field identification to essential gear. Best for ages 8 and up. Meet in the John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center 9950 Katy... Read More →
Bird Surveys at Bear Creek Park or George Bush Park 7:00AM - 11:00AM See below. As part of the Precinct 4 Grow Zone Pilot Project, they are conducting quarterly bird surveys at three parks. If you are interested in participating in the surveys, please click HERE and fill out the form. Space is limited, and filling out... Read More →
This event has been canceled due to the death of a JB Harrison Foundation board member. BioBlitz at our partner James B. Harrison's Long Point Ranch during the 2024 Texas Pollinator Bioblitz. Join other Citizen Scientists from 9am - 1pm, Wear weather appropriate clothing, closed toe shoes, sunscreen and bug spray. Pack a lunch and... Read More →
Hybrid meeting. Clear Lake NPSOT chapter meeting and program. Speaker Program starts at 7pm. Beyond Butterflies takes a deep dive into the world of native pollinators. Erin Mills will take us through each of the main groups of pollinators, discuss their biology and needs, and introduce us to some fascinating members of each group. We... Read More →
Virtual. Zoom meeting invite and registration details will be posted on TWS Slack channel. The study group series for 2024 is hosted by members of the Coastal Prairie Chapter (CPC) Texas Waters Specialist Study Group. October's session will cover: Session 5: Chapter 5 The Ecological Significance of Natural Flow Regimes pg 67-85 discussion leaders Ellen... Read More →
Bird Survey at John Paul Landing 7:00AM - 11:00AM See below. As part of the Precinct 4 Grow Zone Pilot Project, they are conducting quarterly bird surveys at three parks. If you are interested in participating in the surveys, please click HERE and fill out the form. Space is limited, and filling out the form does not guarantee... Read More →
Virtual webinar series. Fee to attend is $75 for the 3 part series. Monarch Joint Venture is hosting an online mini-course series on Monarch Essentials on Tuesday evenings from 6pm - 7:30pm on October 1st, 8th, and 15th. Join MJV for a virtual 3-week course to learn about monarch butterfly ecology, threats, and the effective... Read More →
The Texas Watershed Steward (TWS) program is a statewide one-day educational program designed to improve the quality of Texas’ water resources by educating and informing local stakeholders about their watershed, potential impairments, and steps that can be taken to help improve and protect water quality in their watershed. To register for this workshop visit webpage... Read More →
Virtual. Registration fee of $35 to attend. Speaker: Dr. Todd Sink, Aquaculture Extension Specialist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Director, TAMU Aquatic Diagnostics Laboratory This 1.5-hour educational program will unravel common pond myths and mismanagement practices.Often, it is more difficult to “re-educate” pond owners to dispel long-held myths and mismanagement practices than it is... Read More →
Free. Virtual. Webex sessions monthly from 12pm - 1pm CST. Texas is home to tens of thousands of native animal and plant species that form the fabric of over 800 habitat types, from bottomland hardwood forests, big tooth maple canyons, to black grama grasslands. Hundreds occur only in Texas and nowhere else in the world.... Read More →
Join us as we explore the world of moths with our guest speaker, entomologist, and moth expert, Dr. David Wagner. Although not as well known as butterflies, moths outnumber butterflies and play a critical role in our world. Learn about their natural history, threats, and what you can do to help these incredible animals. Learn... Read More →
All TMNCPC chapter members are welcome to attend our Monthly Board Meeting. There will be no general membership meeting this month. (October). Advance registration will be required via a Zoom link. The registration will be sent to all chapter members via Slack a couple days prior to the meeting. After registering, you will receive a... Read More →
October 17th in person, 8am - 4:30pm. Location: Judge Scott Bailey Event Center 102 N Lamar St, Eastland, TX 76448 Please Register by October 10th to attend. A catered lunch is available for a $15 fee. This workshop is being co-hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension & Research and the Texas Water Resources Institute.... Read More →
Virtual. Join Speaker Elizabeth Bowman from Hiro Technologies in Austin for a discussion on climate impacts on soil microbial communities. To register use the QR code on the flyer above. Log in VMS under AT: Native Prairie Assoc. NPAT, HNPAT
Level 3 NPSOT Native Landscape Certification course series. Registration for the Fall Classes for the Native Landscape Certification Program series opens August 1st at 8am. Levels 1 through 4 classes are hosted by various NPSOT chapters throughout the state. Some are by zoom, some are in person. To view all course dates and locations visit webpage... Read More →
Level 4 NPSOT Native Landscape Certification course series. Registration for the Fall Classes for the Native Landscape Certification Program series opens August 1st at 8am. Levels 1 through 4 classes are hosted by various NPSOT chapters throughout the state. Some are by zoom, some are in person. To view all course dates and locations visit webpage... Read More →
VSP: 4H Fall Junior Outdoor Skills Day Event at Harrison-Long Point (choose a shift or stay all day) Any help would be appreciated. You do not have to stay the whole day (see slots on SUG) The program, has been revamped in hopes to attract more participants. The event is open to any youth –... Read More →
Come join SPLASh and H-E-B for a beach cleanup at Texas City Dike in Texas City! 9:00am - Noon Please register below for yourself and anyone from your family or group who may be attending with you. All volunteers are required to sign our waivers. Please fill out the waiver on the registration form. Map... Read More →
The museum will be celebrating Halloween with a party. Help is needed to staff an outreach table. Please look for the new opportunity on the HMNS-SL Sign Up Genius.
Join us at Seabourne Creek Nature Park as we particiapte in the Texas Pollinator Bioblitz on Monday, October 21st from 8:00am to noon. Meet at the archway entrance at the parking lot. Be sure to join the project on iNAturalist in order to receive credit. This event is open to the public, so invite your... Read More →
Join Birding for Fun for a Bird's Eye View on Behavior in their winter series on Monday evenings. Classes online are Mondays at 7pm-8pm via zoom. Fee applies, each class is $15 with discounts on multiple class registrations. Participants may register for individual classes or whole series. Join us for this special series of Monday... 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. October 23rd. In person at the George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Blvd., Dallas, Tx 75205 Registration webpage here. Virtual registration coming soon. Virtual attendance is free. SAVE THE DATE for the 2024 Texan by Nature Summit in Dallas Texas. The Conservation Summit is a unique annual gathering hosted by Texan by Nature... Read More →
Virtual, webinar series. 3:30pm - 4:30pm Free The Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance (GEAA) offers a monthly webinar series called 'Water Wonks Lecture Series' on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Water Wonks will feature a host of experts sharing innovative ideas and details about their work in the world of water. The series is a... Read More →
In person workshop. Fee to attend. Two days, October 24 & 25th. Lectures held Oct 24th starting at 8am at the George Ranch Historical Park. Day two Oct 25th will be field trips. Conference ends Oct 25th at 5pm. The Coastal Prairie Conservancy and partners in the Texas Coastal Prairie Initiative (TCPI) are excited to... Read More →
Get excited for our Texas Master Naturalist 2024 Annual Meeting – to be held Thursday, October 24th through Sunday, October 27th in San Marcos, Texas. Stay tuned for more information coming soon! The Texas Master Naturalist Annual Meeting provides an opportunity for the Texas Master Naturalist volunteers from around the state to gather, participate in hands-on educational seminars, and receive... Read More →
2024 Lands & Legacies Conference Volunteer Opportunities! October 24th and 25th Venue is the George Ranch on FM762. Here is the direct link to the volunteer shifts that are available: https://signup.com/go/hOLAgXp Let Bethany know if you have any questions! Folks can email her if they have questions before they sign up.. The conference agenda is... Read More →
Level 4 NPSOT Native Landscape Certification course series. Registration for the Fall Classes for the Native Landscape Certification Program series opens August 1st at 8am. Levels 1 through 4 classes are hosted by various NPSOT chapters throughout the state. Some are by zoom, some are in person. To view all course dates and locations visit webpage... Read More →
Volunteers needed for upcoming North Shepherd Fall cleanup on Saturday October 26th. Volunteers will meet at 4537 North Shepherd Drive at the Wabash feed and Garden North Parking lot. Clean-up starts at the Railroad Underpass and move north along North Shepherd Drive, as time and staff allow. Volunteers are asked to please bring your own... Read More →
Join SPLAShtx for a hauntingly fun family-friendly event with local exhibitors, activities, giveaways, and more! Did you know Houston's bayous play a crucial role in supporting birds and wildlife? The bayous create a variety of habitats that provide nesting, feeding, and resting areas. Migratory birds rely on Houston and its bayous with millions of birds... Read More →
This 1.5 hour guided field hike will be offered on 5 Saturdays between August and October along the cove waters of West Bay near Galveston Island State Park. Dates available for registration are August 17, August 31, September 14, September 28, and October 26. To register please visit webpage here. (Note: TMNs may receive AT... 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. October-Things that go bump in the night 10/12/24 and 10/26/24 Co-Leads-Kayleigh Minin and Lisa Sanders Learn... Read More →
Are you interested in amateur astronomy and night sky gazing? Come learn with amateur astronomers and telescopes at John Paul Landing park for a fun evening of night sky interpretation. A telescope will be set up and ready to view as we learn about the wonders of our universe. Dress for outdoors and seasonal weather... Read More →
In person. Pre-registration required. Texas Parks & Wildlife is hosting a Hunter Education Course on Sunday, October 27, 8a-5pm in person. Location is Rosenberg VFW at 1903 First St., Rosenberg, Texas 77471. Register through the QR code or contact Kitty Haynes at hayneskitty@gmail.com Log in VMS under AT: TPWD Courses/Classes
Join Birding for Fun for a Bird's Eye View on Behavior in their winter series on Monday evenings. Classes online are Mondays at 7pm-8pm via zoom. Fee applies, each class is $15 with discounts on multiple class registrations. Participants may register for individual classes or whole series. Join us for this special series of Monday... Read More →
The 2024 Master Volunteer Entomology Advanced Training course will be held every TUESDAY and THURSDAY starting Tue September 3, 2024 through Tue October 29, 2024, 10 a.m. - noon (Every Tuesday & Thursday) — Virtual Curriculum contact: Wizzie Brown ebrown@ag.tamu.edu YOU MUST BE A CERTIFIED MASTER NATURALIST OR MASTER GARDENER TO TAKE THIS TRAINING. Over the... Read More →
Texas Riparian & Stream Ecosystem Workshop series - Matagorda Bay Watersheds. Workshop Location: Matagorda County Birding Nature Center, 1025 Tx-Hwy 35, Bay City, TX 77414. Parts of this workshop are outdoors in wet conditions. To register RSVP by October 23, 2024 This workshop is being co-hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension & Research and... Read More →
Canceled due to inclement weather. In person at Seabourne Creek Nature Park. Free, open to public. Each month the Coastal Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists will lead a guided Insect Hike. Participation is open to the public and all ages are welcome. Wear appropriate clothing for outdoors. Closed toe shoes recommended. Hike may be... Read More →
Virtual. Join us for this special Q&A session with Dr. Sebastian Echeverri, spider scientist, wildlife photographer, and science communicator. Sebastian will show his arachnid pets and answer all of your questions. Learn more and register today! Log in VMS under AT: Skills Enhancement Courses
Oct 31st 1pm-2pm CST Virtual. Western desert, sagebrush, and grassland ecosystems are important, multi-use lands. They provide critical habitat for bees, butterflies, and other insects that support a rich diversity of birds, wildlife, and plants. But the federal Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) uses large-scale aerial applications of pesticides to curb outbreaks of... Read More →
Level 1 NPSOT Native Landscape Certification course series. Registration for the Fall Classes for the Native Landscape Certification Program series opens August 1st at 8am. Levels 1 through 4 classes are hosted by various NPSOT chapters throughout the state. Some are by zoom, some are in person. To view all course dates and locations visit... Read More →
Level 2 NPSOT Native Landscape Certification course series. Registration for the Fall Classes for the Native Landscape Certification Program series opens August 1st at 8am. Levels 1 through 4 classes are hosted by various NPSOT chapters throughout the state. Some are by zoom, some are in person. To view all course dates and locations visit webpage... Read More →
Level 3 NPSOT Native Landscape Certification course series. Registration for the Fall Classes for the Native Landscape Certification Program series opens August 1st at 8am. Levels 1 through 4 classes are hosted by various NPSOT chapters throughout the state. Some are by zoom, some are in person. To view all course dates and locations visit webpage... Read More →
Houston Humane Society Wildlife Center is asking for volunteers. to come out and help a local Houston Middle School get their native garden setup and ready for planting. We are looking for volunteers to come help lend a hand. The project is for the Children's Museum of Houston's Science Workshop Site at Edison Middle School.... Read More →
Keep Sugar Land Beautiful will hold their annual Trees Across Sugar Land on November 2 beginning at 9 am. KSLB volunteers will be planting 160 five-gallon and 34 thirty-gallon native hardwood trees in Cullinan Park. Trees Across Sugar Land waiver/registration form must be completed by October 18. Detailed instructions will be sent the week prior... Read More →
November 2nd in person, 9am - 3pm workshop location at Dixon Water Foundation at Leo Ranch, 4528 Co Rd 398 Decatur, Tx 76234 Native Prairies Association of Texas is hosting an educational workshop on Saturday, November 2nd at the Josey Pavilion, located at the Dixon Water Foundation’s Leo Ranch in Decatur, Texas. Spend the morning hearing from... Read More →
In person workshops rotate locations within the state of Texas. Fees for materials may apply. Some locations fill quickly and a wait list may apply. To register for a Project WILD workshop visit webpage here. TPWD offers Project WILD and Aquatic WILD workshops through hands-on experiences for anyone who works with children, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal... Read More →
November 2nd in person from 10am - 12pm. Fee applies. Recognizing safe and unsafe plants and herbs when foraging is an important skill. Discover how simple it is to prepare herbal tea using wild plants and garden herbs from your own backyard! In this class you’ll learn how to identify a few safe native and... Read More →