The National Moth Week Bioblitz is sponsored by iNaturalist. Observations in this project (https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/national-moth-week-2024) are for Moths only - see below: Butterflies and Moths Order Lepidoptera except Butterflies Superfamily Papilionoidea For more information on how to do your own set-up click here There are currently 2 organized mothing events on this calendar - one is on 7/26/24 at Kleb... Read More →
The International Monarch Monitoring Blitz is back for its eighth edition from 26 July to 4 August 2024! The Blitz provides a unique opportunity for individuals and organizations in Canada, Mexico, and the United States to join forces across international borders to safeguard this iconic North American species. Since monarch butterflies and milkweed populations cover... 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 →
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, starting at $15 per class and discounts for series. To register for classes visit webpage here. July 8 - 29, 2024 Monday, July... 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. July's session will cover: Session 2: The Characteristics, Components and Value of Healthy Watershed Ecosystems pg 27-41; session discussion leaders Pam Jackson... Read More →
Free. In person, July 23rd 8:30a-3:30pm at Long Acres Ranch, 2335 Richmond Pkwy, Richmond, Tx 77469. Professional development for those who work to educate elementary students about 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 while networking... Read More →
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 →
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 →
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 →
July 24th 8:30a-3:30pm. In person. Note: Registration Fee waived courtesy of grant donor to Long Acres Ranch. Location is Long Acres Ranch, 2335 Richmond Pkway, Richmond TX 77469 Professional development for adults who work with middle and high school students. Aquatic WILD invites you to explore and share the fascinating world of aquatic wildlife and... Read More →
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 →
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. This... Read More →
In person. $75 per person. 9am - 5pm. Seminar Location: Meadows Center for Water and the Environment Discovery Hall, 201 San Marcos Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 Seating is limited to 20 participants - register early. Do you want to learn how to ID those “water weeds” or “sea weeds” and why they may... Read More →
Free webinar. 12pm - 1pm CST. Join Ray Moranz and Steve Armstead, Xerces Society Pollinator Conservation Specialists, to explore the world of butterflies east of the Rockies. This webinar continues to explore the life of butterflies that began in the west and now looks east over the Continental Divide running along the Rockies to the... Read More →
In person. Free. 1:00pm - 5:00pm, on location 7522 Prairie Oak Dr., Houston 77086 July 25th workshop focus is on Greens Bayou. The free workshop will be held at the Michael Talbott Pavilion—Harris County Flood Control District North Service Center, located at 7522 Prairie Oak Dr., Houston, TX 77086. Registration link provided below. To view... Read More →
Free. 2024 Climate Change and Implications for the Fayette Prairie Ecosystem Webinar Series. A series of 7 webinars offered on a Thursday monthly/bimonthly from 6pm - 7pm, beginning February 2024. How will climate change impact Texas and the native prairie and savanna ecosystems? How do we plan restorations to be sustainable in 2050? Do we... 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 →
July 26th at 10am, Virtual. This is a bonus webinar added into the July calendar from the Wizzie Brown Backyard Bughunt series. About this presentation: As part of his entomology research, Howard Nemerov reviewed dozens of recent peer-review papers addressing Monarch butterflies, their migration, and how tropical milkweed (Asclepias curassavica) impacts both. Learn about the science... Read More →
As part of National Moth Week, you are invited to explore the diversity of moths and other insects that can be found at Kleb Woods. Experienced moth enthusiasts will set up light stations to attract a variety of insects, and help you learn how to identify and document them. https://apps.hcp4.net/med/Event/Detail/28840 Let Megan know if you... Read More →
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.
Seaside Safari at East Beach on Saturday, July 27th from 9am-12pm! Please register below for yourself and anyone from your family or group who may be attending with you. The exact meeting location can be found here: 1923 Boddeker Rd, Galveston, TX 77550 All volunteers are required to sign waivers. Click HERE to sign your... Read More →
Due to the extreme heat there Saturday workdays in July or August have been canceled. 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,... Read More →
July 27th in person. Fee to attend. Fee range $20-35 Instructor: Kelsey Low. Set the table for butterflies (and moths) in your backyard! In this class you’ll discover the best ways to support butterflies in your space from nectar plants for adults to host plants for caterpillars. You’ll get a list of native butterfly plants... 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. July Plastic-Free July 7/13/24 and 7/27/24 Lead - Debbie Wendt Learn why it is important to... Read More →
July 27th, Hybrid. In person at Georgetown, Texas. Fee to attend in person $35, or virtual session $20. In person fee includes box lunch meal. Click here to register for this event. Note: deadline for purchase of in person attendance tickets is July 19th. Balconies to Backyards will be held at the Williamson County Annex building located... Read More →
MOTH NIGHT at Deer Park Prairie! Join the Houston Chapter - Native Prairies Association of Texas (HNPAT) for Our Annual Moth Night, Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Deer Park Prairie 1222 E. Purdue Lane, Deer Park 77536 (Please do not park directly in front of our neighbors’ houses) Register HERE 8:00 p.m. Doors open -... Read More →