Week of Events
AT: Master Volunteer Entomology Advanced Training Certification
When: March 16-May 6, 2021 (see schedule) 10 a.m.-12 p.m. ________ The Master Volunteer Entomology Advanced Training Certification is going virtual this year! Over the course of 8 weeks and over 32 instructional hours, you can gain a greater understanding of entomology, integrated pest management in the garden, landscape and home, be able to identify... Read More →
AT: Archeobotany Academy: An Introduction to Archeobotany
Course Description and Details Membership in The Texas Archeological Society is required for their Academies. For more info- https://a78970f8-50f8-44ce-8e70-98f028a29253.filesusr.com/ugd/174eaf_bbf36691f13346ecac7e2c597c318d16.pdf?index=true The 2021 TAS Archeobotany Academy will be offered VIRTUALLY via Zoom with an emphasis on Caddo ancestors and the plant species of east Texas. The academy will introduce participants to how archeologists understand the relationships between... Read More →
VSP: City Nature Challenge – 4/30/2021 to 5/3/2021
Take the City Nature Challenge! "Join Texas Parks & Wildlife, Texas Master Naturalists, the Audubon Society, The Nature Conservancy and others in a fun challenge to see which city can document the most species. It is easy to participate by joining an event or making observations on your own using iNaturalist — sign up on... Read More →
VSP: Coastal Prairie Conservancy, Formerly Katy Prairie Conservancy, – Tuesday Work Day at Indiangrass Prairie
VSP: Coastal Prairie Conservancy, Formerly Katy Prairie Conservancy, – Tuesday Work Day at Indiangrass Prairie
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 →
VSP – Seabourne Volunteer Day
VSP – Seabourne Volunteer Day
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 →
AT: Zooming with Raptors
AT: Zooming with Raptors
Get ENRaptored with our Birds of Prey! Can’t get enough of hawks, falcons, owls and kites? Well, join us for this virtual program. You will meet some of the Houston Audubon education raptors and learn more about their natural history. This is a family–friendly program for all ages. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. The... Read More →
AT: Texas Prairies Yesterday, Today and Concerns for the Future
AT: Texas Prairies Yesterday, Today and Concerns for the Future
by Dr. Barron Rector, Associate Professor and Extension Range Specialist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Department of Range, Wildlife and Fisheries Management Topics to be covered in the presentation will include natural processes of prairies small to large, impacts of urban sprawl and human decisions, restoration of prairies, continued human impact, connecting corridors and value... Read More →
VSP Seabourne Prairie Demo Garden Work Day
VSP Seabourne Prairie Demo Garden Work Day
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 →
VSP: Nature Hike + City Nature Challenge James B. Harrison Long Point Ranch
VSP: Nature Hike + City Nature Challenge James B. Harrison Long Point Ranch
Birders of all levels are welcome to join on a hike around the property to survey birds for the 2nd Annual JBH Long Point Spring Bird Count. During the 1st Spring Bird Count in April 2019, 62 species were recorded. The JBH property is renown among local birders and its Bald Cypress Ponds. The JBH... Read More →