John Paul Landing Reopening – Volunteers Needed

John Paul Landing Park Environmental Education Center 9950 Katy Hockley Road, Cypress, TX

John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center opened quietly in mid-February 2020, and then promptly stopped all activities due to Covid.  They have just been transitioned to a new precinct, and they have planned a “Grand Re-Opening” so that they can finally make a big announcement to the public that the Environmental Education Center is open... Read More →

VSP Pollinator Ramble: Ecological Surveys at Kleb Woods

Kleb Woods 220303 Draper Rd. at Mueschke Rd., Tomball, TX

VSP: Pollinator Ramble: Ecological Surveys at Kleb Woods, Tuesday, September 17th  9:00AM- Noon Join seasoned Precinct 4 naturalists and entomologist Anita Schiller PHE in the field to discover and document insect pollinators at Kleb Woods. Designed for nature enthusiasts aged 14+, participants will get hands-on experience with survey techniques, species identification, and ecological data collection.... Read More →

AT: Harris Co Precinct 4 Wilding Houston Series – A Mindful Biodiversity Nature Walk with Chevvy Tang

In person

In person.  Meet at the Jim & JoAnn Fonteno Senior Education Center, 6600 Bissonnet Street, Houston 77074.   The education center is across the street from Harris County Precinct 4 Park - Bayland Park.  Dress for outdoors. Join Master Naturalist Chevvy Tang for a mindful Nature Walk exploring the biodiversity of plants, insects, birds and animals... Read More →

Free

AT: Angler Education Camp at John Paul Landing Park

In person

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 →

Free

Big Sit Events at John Paul Landing

John Paul Landing Park Environmental Education Center 9950 Katy Hockley Road, Cypress, TX

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 →

AT: Birding 101 at John Paul Landing Park

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 →

Free

VSP Precinct 4 Bird Surveys at either Bear Creek Park or George Bush Park

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 →

VSP Precinct 4 Bird Survey at John Paul Landing

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 →

AT – Evening Under the Stars at John Paul Landing Park

In person

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 →

Free

AT: Life in the Pond at Klebs Woods Nature Center

In person

In person.  Kleb Woods is located at 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, Tx 77377.  Presentation begins at 12:30 followed by outdoor activity.  Family friendly. Registration required. For more information and to register, click HERE.   This offering will qualify for one hour of AT.  Log in VMS under AT: Skills Enhancement Courses 

Free