This calendar includes Heartwood’s scheduled chapter, volunteer, and training events.
For a list of unscheduled (work at your own pace) volunteer activities, check out the approved chapter activities: Heartwood Volunteer Projects
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Interested in certification as a Texas Waters Specialist? The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department (ES) is a partner for this program of Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. All needed training hours for initial certification, and ample volunteering opportunities for annual re-certification as Water Specialists are provided by the ES Department. Sign up for notifications of... Read More →
Join the team to work in the pollinator gardens and possibly sweep for litter. Bring your own garden gloves and tools. For the latest information, download Slack and join the Jones Forest channel. Team chat is found there. VMS: RM: W. G. Jones State Forest (Maintaining Pollinator Garden or Litter Pick-up)
Trail maintenance, volunteer work crew and garden group. For information on volunteer opportunities at Kleb Woods, contact klebwoods@hcp4.net or call (281) 357-5324. VMS CODE: RM: Kleb Woods
Experience the amazing world of bats in this hands-on workshop with leading experts (including Merlin Tuttle)! Dates and Times: Thursday, August 31 - starts at 6p Friday, September 1 - 9a-8p Saturday, September 2 - 9a-8p Sunday, September 3 (Optional Add-On for $450) - 9a-4p Location: Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center, 105 Bintu Dr., San... Read More →
Did you know Texas has three Audubon Centers? Nationally, Audubon opened its first center, the Greenwich Audubon Center in Connecticut, in 1943. Today the 41 centers in Audubon's network are places to learn about and enjoy birds and their habitats. They serve as local hubs of conservation opportunities, and afford visitors the ability to connect with the natural... Read More →
Bayou Land Conservancy and Houston Audubon will resume the monthly (Saturday) bird walks/surveys at Creekside Park West beginning Saturday, Sept 2. The walks begin at 7:00 a.m. (during the month of September only) from the George Mitchell Nature Preserve Trailhead, the parking area located at the end of Dr. Anne Snyder Drive, and walk approximately... Read More →
The Bayou Land Conservancy would love to see you for a birding walk along BLC’s Spring Creek Nature Trail. Bird walks/surveys are held every Monday and the first Saturday of each month, led by Texas Master Naturalist, Spring Creek Greenway Ambassador and BLC Trail Steward JoJo Bradbury The 2.5-mile walk begins at 7:30 a.m. from the George Mitchell Nature Preserve Trailhead, the parking... Read More →
Bayou Land Conservancy and Houston Audubon will resume the weekly (Mondays) bird walks/surveys at Creekside Park West beginning Monday, Sept 4 (Labor Day). The walks begin at 7:00 a.m. (during the month of September only) from the George Mitchell Nature Preserve Trailhead, the parking area located at the end of Dr. Anne Snyder Drive, and... Read More →
Join the team to work in the pollinator gardens and possibly sweep for litter. Bring your own garden gloves and tools. For the latest information, download Slack and join the Jones Forest channel. Team chat is found there. VMS: RM: W. G. Jones State Forest (Maintaining Pollinator Garden or Litter Pick-up)
Trail maintenance, volunteer work crew and garden group. For information on volunteer opportunities at Kleb Woods, contact klebwoods@hcp4.net or call (281) 357-5324. VMS CODE: RM: Kleb Woods
NOTE: This appears on the calendar only for this date; however, the course consists of 17 sessions on various entomological topics (insect identification, butterflies, native pollinators, pests of turf, vegetables, trees, home, medical entomology, and more!). This course will be held virtually (all sessions recorded) and will run every Tuesday and Thursday, 10am-12pm from September... Read More →
Join the TMN Galveston Bay Area Chapter (GBAC) for the next presentation in the Texas Master Naturalist (TMN) Galveston Bay Area Chapter’s (GBAC) series on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, scheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 6 pm CDT. Advance registration for this event is required. Please register at: https://bit.ly/GBAC_Comm_AT OR Use this QR Code: Speaker: ... Read More →
What: Heartwood Chapter Board Meeting When: Wednesday, September 6, 6:00-7:30p Venue: Zoom (Meeting link will be published in weekly bulletin or contact mailto:heartwoodpres@gmail.com) VMS: CB: Chapter Meeting: Heartwood (Specify - attended board meeting)
Registration is required by August 28, 2023. Register now: https://tamu.estore.flywire.com/products/katy2023 Agenda Flyer This workshop is being co-hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, the Texas Water Resources Institute, and Houston Community College – Katy Campus. The training will focus on the nature and function of stream and riparian zones and the benefits and direct impacts... Read More →
Join Teri MacArthur. Details will be added as the event approaches.
This conference brings together practitioners, academics, policy makers, businesses, and non-profit leaders from Texas and beyond to explore the less-known aspects of the complex, “wicked” climate problems facing our state. As an organization who focuses on outreach programs, parks operation support, nature centers, natural areas and resource conservation efforts, we believe the event will provide... Read More →
Join Precinct 4 at the 15th Annual Hummingbird Festival. Celebrate hummingbird migration at Kleb Woods Nature Center. Enjoy games and activities for the whole family. View hummingbird banding, see live raptors from Houston Audubon, take a guided nature walk, tour the 1896 Kleb house, and more! Heartwood member Susan Beckemeier is taking the lead on... Read More →
Assist with a Freshwater Ecology Program offered to American Heritage Girls. Two volunteers are needed. Because of the limited number of volunteers needed, please contact Lauren Hollenbeck (832-395-7318 or 281-507-5729) if you are interested. VMS: RM: Lake Houston Wilderness Park (Description - Freshwater Ecology) Note: For those certifying as Texas Waters Specialist, check the Texas Waters... Read More →
Attention Hike leaders! This is a great way to show off your skills ! AND Please, If you have never led a hike before, sign up!!! This is a great way to gain some skills and to share your knowledge! Ranger John needs TMN's to help lead these hikes and identify plants, trees, bugs, etc. ... Read More →
Bayou Land Conservancy and Houston Audubon will resume the weekly (Mondays) bird walks/surveys at Creekside Park West beginning Monday, Sept 4 (Labor Day). The walks begin at 7:00 a.m. from the George Mitchell Nature Preserve Trailhead, the parking area located at the end of Dr. Anne Snyder Drive, and walk approximately 2.5 miles until around... Read More →
The Bayou Land Conservancy would love to see you for a birding walk along BLC’s Spring Creek Nature Trail. Bird walks/surveys are held every Monday and the first Saturday of each month, led by Texas Master Naturalist, Spring Creek Greenway Ambassador and BLC Trail Steward JoJo Bradbury The 2.5-mile walk begins at 7:30 a.m. from the George Mitchell Nature Preserve Trailhead, the parking... Read More →
Join the team to work in the pollinator gardens and possibly sweep for litter. Bring your own garden gloves and tools. For the latest information, download Slack and join the Jones Forest channel. Team chat is found there. VMS: RM: W. G. Jones State Forest (Maintaining Pollinator Garden or Litter Pick-up)
Trail maintenance, volunteer work crew and garden group. For information on volunteer opportunities at Kleb Woods, contact klebwoods@hcp4.net or call (281) 357-5324. VMS CODE: RM: Kleb Woods
Texas Parks and Wildlife will offer an Angler Education Instructor Workshop on September 12, 2023, at Lake Livingston State Park from 9 am – 2 pm. Once trained, the participants will be certified to lead sessions to introduce others to fishing and have the ability to borrow fishing equipment for workshops. For more information: Texas... Read More →
Join us September 12th, 2023 at 12:00 – 1:00pm for a #TMNTuesdays free webinar to hear about the topic: "Safer Skies for Migrating Birds" from guest speaker, Tania Homayoun, a biologist with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Every spring and fall, Texas skies become a superhighway for migrating birds. Artificial light at night and collision with buildings and glass... Read More →
Migration season is a precarious time for birds, but the more we understand about bird biology and behavior, the easier we can make their journeys. In this webinar, our panel of experts will share insights from their research and how their work helps us understand how we can better protect birds. Join Dr. Jacob Job,... Read More →
This recurring opportunity takes place every other Thursday. Volunteers will be working in the pollinator gardens. Please bring gloves, water, and snacks. Most tools and equipment are provided. Location: Friends of Texas, 29615 Highland Blvd, Magnolia, Tx 77354 Time: 9a-12p Contact: Brenda Reeves (brendajane218@gmail.com) OT: Friends of Texas Wildlife:TMN Report Hours
Join us for a bird identification trivia game! The Merlin Bird ID app, developed by the Cornell Lab and powered by machine learning, will be put to the test. Can the app outperform an experienced birder and, you, our live audience? Using photos and sounds, we'll determine who can accurately identify the most bird species.... Read More →
The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department presents Rain Barrel Optimization, a workshop with everything you need to know for optimizing use of your rain barrel and taking it to the next level! Basics will also be discussed in case you need the nuts n’ bolts knowledge before you dive into purchasing one to capture rainwater... Read More →
Come join Master Naturalist Stephen Hughes on a hike through the trails along Harper’s Horsepen Branch. Pick up litter as you hike from the Harper’s Landing Park, to the head of the creek, then hike along some wooded trails. The hike will take you to a lake north of the creek, for a rest and... Read More →
Our September meeting will be a field trip to Huntsville State Park. Park Interpreter John Herron and his dog Queso are full-fledged celebrities at Huntsville State Park. John has taken his job to new heights with his active presence and creativity on social media. His enthusiastic, warm demeanor shines through, in-person and virtually, as he teaches... Read More →
Lake Houston Wilderness Park is looking for birders! The park has a growing birder population, but there are so many cool places that haven’t been explored. If you would like to help with this, show up at 8am on the 3rd Sunday of every month and bring your binoculars! VMS CODE: FR: LAKE HOUSTON WILDERNESS PARK:... Read More →
Bayou Land Conservancy and Houston Audubon will resume the weekly (Mondays) bird walks/surveys at Creekside Park West beginning Monday, Sept 4 (Labor Day). The walks begin at 7:00 a.m. from the George Mitchell Nature Preserve Trailhead, the parking area located at the end of Dr. Anne Snyder Drive, and walk approximately 2.5 miles until around... Read More →
Join the team to work in the pollinator gardens and possibly sweep for litter. Bring your own garden gloves and tools. For the latest information, download Slack and join the Jones Forest channel. Team chat is found there. VMS: RM: W. G. Jones State Forest (Maintaining Pollinator Garden or Litter Pick-up)
Trail maintenance, volunteer work crew and garden group. For information on volunteer opportunities at Kleb Woods, contact klebwoods@hcp4.net or call (281) 357-5324. VMS CODE: RM: Kleb Woods
Have you ever wondered what triggers migration, how birds navigate, or the challenges they encounter? Join the Cornell Lab for Ornithology for a Q&A focused on bird migration, featuring the expertise of ornithologist Dr. Kevin J. McGowan. Submit questions in advance when you register or live during the webinar. Closed captioning is provided. This webinar... Read More →
Billions of migratory birds are currently flying south to their wintering grounds, but the habitats they need to survive once they get there are at risk. Birds need suitable habitat throughout their entire journey to ensure their survival, and with habitat loss as the number one threat they face, it's time to scale up conservation efforts... Read More →
Please join TMN Galveston Bay Area Chapter (GBAC) for the next presentation in the Texas Master Naturalist (TMN) Galveston Bay Area Chapter’s (GBAC) series on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, scheduled for Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 6 pm CDT. Advance registration is required. Please register at: https://bit.ly/3L65k2d Flyer Presentation Title: Audubon Texas’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion,... Read More →
The September program for PWWS will be ONLY in-person and takes place on Tuesday, September 19th, at 6:30 p.m. (snacks & social time at 6:00 p.m.) at Dennis Johnston's Big Stone Lodge located in Dennis Johnston County Park at 709 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring, Texas 77373. Presentation: "The Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary" by Nicole Rogers... Read More →
Houston's scorching summer has caught our CEO, Brittani Flowers, in the spotlight! On Friday morning, August 25th, Brittani Flowers, President and CEO of Bayou Preservation Association (BPA) shared insights with Craig Cohen of Houston Matters on NPR Houston Public Media about a growing concern for our beloved Bayou City: severe drought. It’s no secret Houston is experiencing extreme... Read More →
Houston's scorching summer has caught our CEO, Brittani Flowers, in the spotlight! On Friday morning, August 25th, Brittani Flowers, President and CEO of Bayou Preservation Association (BPA) shared insights with Craig Cohen of Houston Matters on NPR Houston Public Media about a growing concern for our beloved Bayou City: severe drought. It’s no secret Houston is experiencing extreme... Read More →
Landowners who steward small properties face unique management challenges. Most information available to landowners focuses on management of large properties. Statewide, small properties are increasing, but the owners of these properties may have difficulty scaling down big recommendations to fit a smaller acreage. The Small Acreage - Big Opportunity (SABO) program is a joint effort of... Read More →
Fall Gardening for Pollinators: Creating a Resilient Garden for All Seasons This event will be recorded and posted to: The Xerces Youtube Channel Join Emily May, Pollinator Conservation Specialist with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, to talk about supporting pollinators and other wildlife in our yards and gardens through the changing seasons. Where do beneficial... Read More →
Please join the Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) Chapter Leader Forum. Presenter Ashley Landry, Williamson County Chapter, has hosted numerous plant rescues and will share her experiences in this presentation. Come prepared with questions. Register on Zoom here: After registration, watch for an email with your Zoom meeting confirmation. Please check your junk mail. ... Read More →
Assist with a Freshwater Ecology Program offered to homeschoolers. Two volunteers are needed. Because of the limited number of volunteers needed, please contact Lauren Hollenbeck (832-395-7318 or 281-507-5729) if you are interested. VMS: RM: Lake Houston Wilderness Park (Description - Freshwater Ecology) Note: For those certifying as Texas Waters Specialist, check the Texas Waters box.
For more information about this event... Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT), Houston Chapter offers Wildscapes Workshop and Plant Sale, a one-day educational event and local plant sale. This year's theme features some of the under-appreciated garden guests: Wasps, Spiders, and Toads, and the event will feature speakers who provide up-to-date information on the importance... Read More →
This event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Magnolia and celebrates the natural resources of Montgomery County. Heartwood will not man a booth at this event as originally announced. For more information about the event, contact Glenn Buckley. This is a "Just For Fun" event.
Location: Middle Lake on south side of Jones Forest. Volunteers are needed to run a crafts table with coloring sheets and visit with participants about biology, fun facts, and the roles of bugs in the ecosystem. Butterfly and dip nets will be available to capture and id invertebrates. Contact: jadenkelly@tfs.tamu.edu For Volunteers: PO:WG Jones State Forest:... Read More →
Assist with a program offered to teach debris shelter building and campfire skills. Three volunteers are needed. Because of the limited number of volunteers needed, please contact Lauren Hollenbeck (832-395-7318 or 281-507-5729) if you are interested. VMS: PO: Public Outreach Events (Description - Help with shelter, campfire skills class)
Bayou Land Conservancy and Houston Audubon will resume the weekly (Mondays) bird walks/surveys at Creekside Park West beginning Monday, Sept 4 (Labor Day). The walks begin at 7:00 a.m. from the George Mitchell Nature Preserve Trailhead, the parking area located at the end of Dr. Anne Snyder Drive, and walk approximately 2.5 miles until around... Read More →
Interested in certification as a Texas Waters Specialist? The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department (ES) is a partner for this program of Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. All needed training hours for initial certification, and ample volunteering opportunities for annual re-certification as Water Specialists are provided by the ES Department. Sign up for notifications of... Read More →
Join the team to work in the pollinator gardens and possibly sweep for litter. Bring your own garden gloves and tools. For the latest information, download Slack and join the Jones Forest channel. Team chat is found there. VMS: RM: W. G. Jones State Forest (Maintaining Pollinator Garden or Litter Pick-up)
Trail maintenance, volunteer work crew and garden group. For information on volunteer opportunities at Kleb Woods, contact klebwoods@hcp4.net or call (281) 357-5324. VMS CODE: RM: Kleb Woods
The Woodlands Township Invasive Task Force (ITF) is back in business! With the temperatures cooling a bit, the group is ready to get back out and attack some of the well-known culprits in the neighborhood. Wednesday, September 27 Grogan's Mill Nature Trail Targeted species: air potato Time: 8-11 am come when you can, leave when you must... Read More →
Assist with a field trip offered offered for students from Splendora ISD. Four volunteers are needed. Because of the limited number of volunteers needed, please contact Lauren Hollenbeck (832-395-7318 or 281-507-5729) if you are interested. VMS: PO: Public Outreach Events (Description – Field trip assistance)
Registration is now open for the September Webinar! Plant Party is a quarterly, advanced plant training series provided by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Join us on September 27th from 10:00 - 11:30 AM (Central) for "Plant Identification". We'll have 5 short presentations from experts in the field... Read More →
Houston Audubon conducts 18 bird surveys across the region. This critical community science effort gathers data that will help scientists evaluate population changes and understand which species might require special management. Survey leaders engage participants of all birding skills, and it’s a great way to be introduced to the joys of birdwatching! Mercer’s monthly Bird... Read More →
Volunteers are needed to oversee participating high school students in the planting of beneficial riparian plants and assist with the macroinvertebrate studies. When : Thursday, September 28 Starting at 8:30 am Location : Waterwood Marina, located between Huntsville and Livingston at the end of Marina Access Road, Huntsville TX 77320. Note: Current water levels are... Read More →
This recurring opportunity takes place every other Thursday. Volunteers will be working in the pollinator gardens. Please bring gloves, water, and snacks. Most tools and equipment are provided. Location: Friends of Texas, 29615 Highland Blvd, Magnolia, Tx 77354 Time: 9a-12p Contact: Brenda Reeves (brendajane218@gmail.com) OT: Friends of Texas Wildlife:TMN Report Hours
NOTE: Trainees must attend both the 2-hour online session on September 28 and the in-person presentation session on October 15 in full. There are only two Project WILD Facilitator Trainings left in 2023. If you have been thinking about getting certified to conduct Project WILD Workshops for TPWD, don’t miss your chance! Training for certification... Read More →
Assist with supervision of about 40 volunteers from Infinity College (and participate in the work!) who will be doing trail work and spreading mulch at Lake Houston Wilderness Park. Four volunteers are needed. Because of the limited number of volunteers needed, please contact Lauren Hollenbeck (832-395-7318 or 281-507-5729) if you are interested. VMS: NPA: Lake Houston... Read More →
The Woodlands Township will hold its 26th annual Woodlands Landscaping Solutions (WLS) on September 30th, 2023, from 9am to noon at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park. More than 1,500 residents attend this annual garden and landscape event. From plant sales and compost classes, to live animals, music, and kids’ activities, this is not... Read More →
Assist with an archery class offered at Lake Houston Wilderness Park. Please contact Lauren Hollenbeck (832-395-7318 or 281-507-5729) if you are interested. PO: Public Outreach Events (Description – Help with an archery class)
Assist in leading a night hike emphasizing campfire skills offered to Houston Middle School students. Contact Lauren Hollenbeck (832-395-7318 or 281-507-5729) if you are interested. VMS: PO: Public Outreach Events (Description - Night Hike and Campfire Skills)
