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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NOTE: Other volunteer opportunities are available directly with Mercer; however, fundraising events aren't eligible for volunteer hours. Helping as a cashier, carrying plants to cars, directing traffic all help the fundraiser become a success. Though these activities can't be counted in VMS, they make a huge difference to Mercer. To volunteer for one of these... Read More →
NOTE: Other volunteer opportunities are available directly with Mercer; however, fundraising events aren't eligible for volunteer hours. Helping as a cashier, carrying plants to cars, directing traffic all help the fundraiser become a success. Though these activities can't be counted in VMS, they make a huge difference to Mercer. To volunteer for one of these... Read More →
U.S. National Marine Sanctuaries and the National Marine Protected Areas Center are leaders in MPA management in a changing ocean. By leveraging the diversity of ecosystems, geographies, cultures, and experiences represented in the National Marine Sanctuary System, they have developed a suite of products that can help other MPA managers advance and accelerate climate-smart management... Read More →
Celebrate National Hammock Day with Ranger Tyler on Lake Raven by resting in hammocks and watching birds. Take your own hammock and water. Binoculars and field guides will be available or take your own. VMS: This is not a volunteer event; it is "Just for fun."
Grab your canine companion and join Ranger John and B.A.R.K. Ranger Queso for a 2-mile hike on the Dogwood Trail in Huntsville State Park. Take water and wear trail/weather-appropriate gear. Dogs must be on a leash. VMS: This is not a volunteer opportunity; it is "Just for Fun."
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.
W.G. Jones State Forest September & October 2023 Events Join us at the W.G. Jones State Forest for a fun and free event! 1328 Farm to Market Rd 1488, Conroe, TX 77384 Solar Eclipse in the Forest: October 14th, 11:00am-1:00pm (21 Spots Remaining as of 8/25) Register All events listed will start at the Front Lake Parking... Read More →
For: Interns, Mentors, Training Team, Board Members When: Saturday, January 20, 2024 Where: AgriLife Extension Service, 9020 Airport Road, Conroe, Tx What: This is an opportunity for interns to pick up textbooks and ask questions about the program. It is an opportunity for Heartwood members to meet and greet the 2024 interns. Contact: Heartwood Training Team... Read More →
Mercer is a great place to volunteer! Whether you love gardening or want to learn more about horticulture and botany, we have a spot for you. During our February Volunteer Open House, we invite you to explore Mercer Botanical Center opportunities, including helping with imaging and preservation in the herbarium, plant and seed care in... Read More →
World Migratory Bird Day 2024 focuses on insects and their importance to bird life. Insects are essential sources of energy for many migratory bird species, not only during the breeding seasons but also during their extensive journeys and greatly affect the timing, duration, and overall success of bird migrations. Along their migration routes, birds actively... Read More →
