Week of Events
VSP Pollinator Week 2024- Pollinator Bioblitz
"Pollinator Week is an annual event celebrated internationally in support of pollinator health. This community science project is hosted by the North American Pollinator Protection Campaign's (NAPPC) Pollinator Communications Taskforce. Join this project to help collect data on the distribution of pollinators across the US, Canada, and Mexico during pollinator week (). We're especially interested... Read More →
AT: Ft. Bend Master Gardener presentation – Butterflies and Hummingbirds
AT: Ft. Bend Master Gardener presentation – Butterflies and Hummingbirds
In person. Free at Missouri City Branch Library at 1530 Texas Parkway, Missouri City. "Butterflies and Hummingbirds" at 2 p.m. Monday, June 24. This program is presented by Fort Bend County Master Gardener Nancy Shafer, a Missouri City resident and Master Gardener since 2004. "Watching beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds in our gardens can be a... Read More →
VSP Organizational Meeting of a Community Trash Cleanup Committee
VSP Organizational Meeting of a Community Trash Cleanup Committee
This is an organizational meeting to see if it is feasible to create a committee to identify and possibly organize community trash clean-ups. This would include connecting with local affiliates of Keep America Beautiful - such as Keep Texas Beautiful, Keep Weston Lakes Beautiful, Missouri City Green, Fort Bend Green and Keep Sugar Land Beautiful.... Read More →
AT: Austin Butterfly Forum webinar – Backyard Moths & More with Tom Murray
AT: Austin Butterfly Forum webinar – Backyard Moths & More with Tom Murray
Hybrid, in person at Zilker Botanic Garden Center and zoom. To participate in zoom meeting click link here: Austin Butterfly Forum Zoom Meeting Link Tom Murray is one of the most prolific contributors of high quality arthropod photos to both BugGuide and iNaturalist. In this session Tom will focus on how to set up a... Read More →
AT: Beginner Birding Virtual Class Series – Using Birding Field Guides
AT: Beginner Birding Virtual Class Series – Using Birding Field Guides
Virtual curriculum. Beginning Birding virtual class summer series with instructor Kristine Rivers. Classes are Monday nights at 7pm for 1 hour, and may be booked individually or as a series. Fees apply, $15 per class or $100 for series. To register for classes visit webpage here. Monday, June 24, 2024: Using Your Birding Field Guide - When... Read More →
AT: TPWD Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop – Richmond
AT: TPWD Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop – Richmond
Free. In person, June 25th 9a-3:30pm at Long Acres Ranch, 2335 Richmond Pkwy, Richmond, Tx 77469. Seating is limited to 30 registrants. Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor This free workshop is open to anyone 18 or older interested in learning and teaching fishing skills in their communities. All equipment and materials are provided... Read More →
VSP: Coastal Prairie Conservancy – Tuesday Work Day at Indiangrass Prairie
VSP: Coastal 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 Hamilton... Read More →
AT: Coastal Prairie Conservancy Lunch’n’Learn – 20,000 Milkweeds Project
AT: Coastal Prairie Conservancy Lunch’n’Learn – 20,000 Milkweeds Project
June 25th 12pm - 1pm Virtual. Join our Lunch & Learn program introducing our new Monarch Butterfly Habitat Enhancement project! Discussion of habitat requirements and strategy for growing native milkweed in the Katy Prairie. Through a generous grant, we are 1) collecting native milkweed seed, 2) growing out 20,000 milkweed plants, 3) planting those milkweeds... Read More →
AT: WOW (Workshop on Wheels) Expo
AT: WOW (Workshop on Wheels) Expo
SAVE THE DATE!!! Who: Adopt-a-WOW Committee What: The Bird WOW and the Skins and Skulls WOW will be showcased during this Brown Bag Lunch When: Tuesday, 6/25/2024 Where: Agrilife Annex Meeting Room 1402 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471 Why: To ensure TMNCPC members feel confident in sharing an WOW during outreach events
AT: Monarch Conservation Webinar Series – Milkweed and Floral Resource Availability for Monarchs in the US
AT: Monarch Conservation Webinar Series – Milkweed and Floral Resource Availability for Monarchs in the US
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 →
VSP: Seabourne Wednesday Work Day, 8:00 – 10:30 AM
VSP: Seabourne Wednesday Work Day, 8:00 – 10:30 AM
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 →
AT: Project WILD Educator Workshop – Richmond
AT: Project WILD Educator Workshop – Richmond
Free. In person June 26th, 8:30a-3:30p at Long Acres Ranch, 2335 Richmond Pkwy, Richmond, Tx 77469 Professional development for those who work with middle and high school students exploring nature. Project WILD invites you to explore and share the fascinating world of wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities. You will experience engaging TEKS-aligned activities... Read More →
AT: Plant Party – Monitoring Native Vegetation
AT: Plant Party – Monitoring Native Vegetation
Virtual. Free. June 26th 10am-11:30am CST Join us on June 26th from 10:00 - 11:30 AM (Central) for "Monitoring Native Vegetation". We'll have 5 short presentations from experts in the field and will be giving away lots of DOOR PRIZES! You must register to receive the Zoom link the day before. It's FREE! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PPMonitoring Plant Party... Read More →
AT: Houston NPAT – NPAT and the Importance of Private Land
AT: Houston NPAT – NPAT and the Importance of Private Land
June 26th, hybrid, 7pm. In person at the American Red Cross Building, 2700 Southwest Freeway, Houston 77098. Join us for a presentation by Amber Arseneaux, Executive Director of the Native Prairies Association of Texas (NPAT) as she delves into the crucial mission of safeguarding land for future generations. With over 95% of Texas land privately... Read More →
VSP Weekly Bird Walk at John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center
VSP Weekly Bird Walk at John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center
Start your day with a guided walk to explore the birds of John Paul Landing Park. All ages and levels of experience welcome. Please bring your own equipment, water, and bug spray, etc. Hats and sunscreen are recommended as there is little shade along the 2-mile route. Walks leave from John Paul Landing Environmental Education... Read More →
AT: TPWD Growing Up WILD Educator Workshop – Richmond
AT: TPWD Growing Up WILD Educator Workshop – Richmond
Free. In person. June 27th 8:30a-11:30am at Long Acres Ranch, 2335 Richmond Pkwy, Richmond, Tx 77469. Professional development for those who work with young children or the public increasing awareness of wildlife ecosystems. Growing Up WILD invites you to explore and share the fascinating world of wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities. You... Read More →
AT: Monthly Insect Hike at Seabourne Creek Nature Park – Butterfly Garden
AT: Monthly Insect Hike at Seabourne Creek Nature Park – Butterfly Garden
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 canceled during inclement weather. Where:... Read More →
AT: Intermediate Birding Interactive Workshop Series
AT: Intermediate Birding Interactive Workshop Series
Virtual. Pricing $15 per workshop session, each class is 1.5 hrs duration from 7pm-8:30pm CST. Birding for Fun is hosting a summer workshop series designed for intermediate birders. It is recommended that beginner birders take the "Beginning Birding" class series as a pre-requisite but this is not mandatory. All experience levels are welcome. Purchase individual... Read More →
VSP: Coastal Prairie Conservancy Friday Work Day at Indiangrass Prairie
VSP: Coastal Prairie Conservancy Friday Work Day at Indiangrass Prairie
“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 →
VSP Willow Fork Park- Volunteer in the Pollinator Garden
VSP Willow Fork Park- Volunteer in the Pollinator Garden
Volunteers are welcome every Saturday 8:30am -12:00pm (except when raining) to work in the Willow Fork Park Pollinator Garden, located just north of Cinco Ranch High School. Put in half an hour or all four hours VSP credit, as you are able. Bring your typical gardening equipment. Questions? Call Diane Russell 281-797-1527.