Twice each year millions of birds swarm across the Americas, traveling thousands of miles as they migrate between breeding and wintering grounds, stopping in route to refuel at coastal stopover sites. Every year this spectacle attracts local and out of town birders who descend upon stopover sites throughout the migration corridor along the Gulf Coast.... Read More →
City Nature Challenge 2025: Houston-Galveston Join the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston Audubon, Galveston Bay Foundation, the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, Armand Bayou Nature Center, Texas Master Naturalists, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and over 30 other wonderful groups for a fun challenge to observe and record wild species from April 25 – April... Read More →
In Person. The Spring Migration Audubon Bird Walks & Talks series is here! Throughout the month of April join Audubon at the Morse Field Station, High Island and the Smith Oaks Rookery for a month of birding events. Fees apply for season access or individual date access, with April 5th celebrating a free admission day.... Read More →
What: Group Participation in City Nature Challenge Where: JB Harrison Long Point Ranch Time: 8:00 am to 11:00am What to Bring: Smartphone with app (available for download on Google Play or iTunes), extra battery life!, Digital Camera, binoculars ruler, field journal, field guides, water Participate in this fun challenge to see which city in Texas (we are grouped with... 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 →
The James B Harrison Foundation is welcoming the Fort Bend Center for Independent Learning (FBCIL) to Harrison-Long Point. The FBCIL is a community-based non-profit, independent living advocacy organization created by and for people with disabilities; they promote the full inclusion, equal opportunity, and participation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of community life. They expect a group of... Read More →
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 SCNP areas needing attention: Prairie Restoration Project Butterfly Garden Bird Sanctuaries Native... Read More →
Join us on Thursday, May 1st at 7:00PM for an inspiring talk by Cee Cee Parker as she shares the journey of Hidden Territory Farm, a thriving wildlife sanctuary near Sugar Land. Learn how a vision, patience, and a deep respect for nature transformed a piece of land into a flourishing ecosystem. One need not... Read More →
Free In Person workshop on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the 88 Ranch, Columbus, TX Join Wildlands, LLC for a tour of the working ranch and demonstration how to use holistic tools to encourage climax native grassland establishment and brush management. Topics include management with Spanish goats, cattle, fire, 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, Austin, Texas May 5 - 7, 2025 Conference fee $195 plus accommodations. Fees for separate workshops and field trips may apply. Registration opens January 23rd through April 30th. To register for this event visit webpage here. The Keep Texas Beautiful Conference is a statewide educational event for community leaders to network, gain knowledge... Read More →
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 of rain, there will be no hike. Meet in... Read More →
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 SCNP areas needing attention: Prairie Restoration Project Butterfly Garden Bird Sanctuaries Native... 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. May-Picky Pollinators ( Planting Native for Pollinators)5/10/25 and 5/24/25 Co-Leads-Katie Sallean, Sharon Watson, Pam Jackson Native... Read More →
In-Person, weather permitting. Dress comfortably with good closed toe shoes, jacket, hat, and bring a camera! These plant hikes are open to the public of all ages. Each plant walk is entirely outdoors on flat terrain. Stay weather aware and dress for current weather conditions. Bring water bottle, sunscreen or bug spray as needed. Susie... Read More →
The Gulf Coast Chapter has asked for assistance at their Kolter Elementary Pollinator Garden. The school is located at the corner of Runnymeade and Dumfries streets in Houston, 9701 Runnymeade . In addition to working in the garden, there is new native planting in front of school that needs tending. Please come for an hour... Read More →
In person. A series of classes hosted by the Houston Arboretum. $130 – $190 If you want to get serious about building a backyard wildlife garden but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered! Join us for this series of classes that will take you step-by-step through the process of planning, planting, and... Read More →
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 SCNP areas needing attention: Prairie Restoration Project Butterfly Garden Bird Sanctuaries Native... Read More →
Virtual. Free 2025 Webinar Series for the Texas Waters Specialist program. Through this program, we 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 their communities for the state of Texas. To view certification requirements and annual volunteer hours needed... Read More →
In person. 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Registration required, must be 21 years and older. Workshops are for adults only from 5pm-7pm at the Arboretum. Join instructor Tiffany Ritter and explore topics that bring nature into the classroom and lives of youth. All educators are welcome at our workshops; classroom teachers, outdoor educators, scout leaders, homeschool parents... Read More →
Brazos River Clean Up sponsored by the Rio Brazos Chapter The 2025 Rio Brazos Chapter Brazos River Cleanup and Campout, May 16-19, 2025, is now open for registration. Learn more about the event and register on the chapter website’s dedicated river cleanup page here. You must register to participate in the event (it’s FREE!) to enable event organizers in planning for... Read More →
10:00 am - 11:00 am FREE Virtual. Free, once a month Friday webinar series with Wizzie Brown of Texas A&M Agrilife Extension services. All things insects! Wizzie’s webinars are a favorite each month. Each webinar will begin at 10am and use the same zoom link to join the session for that date. Jan 17, 2025 10:00 AM-... 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 →
The public is invited to learn about Seabourne Creek Nature Park on a 1.5 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 →
May 2025's Survey is moved to 5-19-25 dues to Memorial Day Holiday. 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... Read More →
Each class is from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Virtual. Fee to attend all webinars is $300. This 10 Webinar series bundle begins Wednesday January 21 through October 21 from 6pm – 7:30pm. Dive into pond management with this comprehensive Aquatics Webinar Series Bundle, featuring 10 expertly led sessions designed for pond owners and managers. ... Read More →
The Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter (TMNCPC) monthly board meeting will be held on the third Wednesday of the month. During months where there in no Chapter meeting, the board meeting will begin at 7:00pm. During months when there is a Chapter meeting, the Chapter meeting will begin at 7:00pm and will be followed... Read More →
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 SCNP areas needing attention: Prairie Restoration Project Butterfly Garden Bird Sanctuaries Native... Read More →
In person at Seabourne Creek Nature Park. Free, open to public. This month's focus is on Butterflies and Moths. Each month the Coastal Prairie Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists will lead a guided Insect Hike with a unique theme. Participation is open to the public and all ages are welcome. Bring a camera or zoom... 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. May-Picky Pollinators ( Planting Native for Pollinators)5/10/25 and 5/24/25 Co-Leads-Katie Sallean, Sharon Watson, Pam Jackson Native... Read More →
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 SCNP areas needing attention: Prairie Restoration Project Butterfly Garden Bird Sanctuaries Native... Read More →
