We love frogs! Summer nights wouldn’t be the same without their croaking, chirping, and trilling – but unfortunately, many frogs are in trouble. Join Dr. Cassidy Johnson to explore the amazing world of Houston’s frogs and how people are working to save these strange and wonderful creatures. Enjoy Saint Arnold Brewing Co. beer and light... Read More →
Instructor: Dr. Cassidy Johnson Ages 16 and up We love frogs! Summer nights wouldn’t be the same without their croaking, chirping, and trilling – but unfortunately, many frogs are in trouble. Join Dr. Cassidy Johnson to explore the amazing world of Houston’s frogs and how people are working to save these strange and wonderful creatures.... Read More →
How Indigenous Plants Can Help Houston Become a more Climate Ready, Wildly Healthy City Houston is at a crossroads, already experiencing significant impacts of climate change and rapid biodiversity loss. Although many solutions will be needed to combat these challenges, native plants can be a critical element. Join Jaime González for a tour of projects... Read More →
The Man & TX Native Grapes that Saved the Entire Wine World- Dr. Russell D. Kane (NPSOT/TXMN), author of The Wineslinger Chronicles: Texas on the Vine and Texas Hill Country Wineries. AT - 1 hour to AT: Native Plant Society of Texas
Instructor: Kelsey Low Ages 12 and up Squirrels are so common that we take them for granted, but they really live fascinating lives. For example, did you know that Eastern Gray Squirrels are one of the few animal species known to lie to deceive others, tree squirrels have built-in sunglasses, and flying squirrels are vicious... Read More →
Discover the delicious side of nature. Texas provides an abundance of wild edible leaves, seeds, flowers, roots, and shoots – if you know where to look. Learn where to find, how to identify, and how to properly prepare a seasonal selection of local edible plant species. As our landscape changes throughout the year, the selection... Read More →
Instructor: Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition Chill out with some of the coolest critters around! Grab a frozen treat, enjoy a refreshing root beer (or regular beer) from Saint Arnold Brewing Co., and get up close and personal with live wild animals from TWRC. You’ll learn all about Houston’s amazing urban wildlife – including opossums –... Read More →
Free; Registration required Ages 18 and up Join our Ecological Gardening Staff and Volunteers for hands-on experience in our beautifully curated gardens. Learn to identify and landscape with native plants, including pollinator favorites and butterfly host species. These monthly outdoor projects are extremely rewarding and include planting, pruning, transplanting, weeding, and collecting seed from the... Read More →
Dr. Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen of Medicine Man Plant Co. and Foraging Texas will introduce some medicinal plants you may encounter or encourage outdoors.
The Man & TX Native Grapes that Saved the Entire Wine World- Dr. Russell D. Kane (NPSOT/TXMN), author of The Wineslinger Chronicles: Texas on the Vine and Texas Hill Country Wineries. AT - 1 hour to AT: Native Plant Society of Texas
