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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April 2, April 4 and April 10 Most trips are in the morning. Specific times provided upon sign up. Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities, games or a lesson on wildlife. Based on your comfort level you can take the lead or... Read More →
Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities and games or a lesson on wildlife. All novice volunteers will shadow a staff member. Be sure to wear clothing for a hike outdoors that may be on a trail that is uneven and bring a... Read More →
April 2, April 4 and April 10 Most trips are in the morning. Specific times provided upon sign up. Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities, games or a lesson on wildlife. Based on your comfort level you can take the lead or... Read More →
Lake Houston Wilderness Park Field Trip - 16 1st Graders (3 programs) Friday, April 4th 9 am - 1:30 pm Contact teresa.holbrook@houstontx.gov SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4CAEA92EA5F85-56063105-lake VMS: DO: Lake Houston Wilderness Park (Specify Activities Performed)
When: Saturday, April 5, 2025 Time: 8:00am - 10:00am Where: Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center 20634 Kenswick Drive,, HumbleView Map Birders and hikers of all skill levels are invited to join park naturalists and volunteers for a closer look at the wildlife in Jones Park on a leisurely stroll of about two miles... Read More →
Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings* from 8-11 a.m. in the Endangered Species and Native Plant Gardens in preparation for the upcoming events such as the NPSOT Native Landscaping Certification Program (NLCP) class on May 24. The Endangered Species and Native Garden display the highest level of diversity of native SE Texas flora... Read More →
April 2, April 4 and April 10 Most trips are in the morning. Specific times provided upon sign up. Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities, games or a lesson on wildlife. Based on your comfort level you can take the lead or... Read More →
Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings* from 8-11 a.m. in the Endangered Species and Native Plant Gardens in preparation for the upcoming events such as the NPSOT Native Landscaping Certification Program (NLCP) class on May 24. The Endangered Species and Native Garden display the highest level of diversity of native SE Texas flora... Read More →
Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities and games or a lesson on wildlife. All novice volunteers will shadow a staff member. Be sure to wear clothing for a hike outdoors that may be on a trail that is uneven and bring a... Read More →
Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities and games or a lesson on wildlife. All novice volunteers will shadow a staff member. Be sure to wear clothing for a hike outdoors that may be on a trail that is uneven and bring a... Read More →
This is the culmination of the prepping workday (March 12) and planning workshop (March 22) for the Pollinator Garden at W. G. Jones State Forest - the actual installation of the garden on April 12! This is a great volunteer opportunity to get your hands dirty. You will walk away knowing how to create that... Read More →
Heartwood Chapter needs a couple of volunteers to pick up outreach materials from Jones Forest, host a booth during the open house, and return the materials to Jones Forest. This event is a wonderful opportunity to educate the public, but you will also get to see first hand all the wonderful things that Friends of... Read More →
Serve as host at the Nature Center, sharing information about the state park, its offerings, and the flora and fauna likely to be seen on the premises. SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4CAEA92EA5F85-56062945-huntsville#/ Contact: John Herron (john.herron@tpwd.texas.gov or 936 355-9275) VMS: PO: Huntsville State Park (Specify activities performed)
Serve as host at the Nature Center, sharing information about the state park, its offerings, and the flora and fauna likely to be seen on the premises. SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4CAEA92EA5F85-56062945-huntsville#/ Contact: John Herron (john.herron@tpwd.texas.gov or 936 355-9275) VMS: PO: Huntsville State Park (Specify activities performed)
Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings* from 8-11 a.m. in the Endangered Species and Native Plant Gardens in preparation for the upcoming events such as the NPSOT Native Landscaping Certification Program (NLCP) class on May 24. The Endangered Species and Native Garden display the highest level of diversity of native SE Texas flora... Read More →
Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities and games or a lesson on wildlife. All novice volunteers will shadow a staff member. Be sure to wear clothing for a hike outdoors that may be on a trail that is uneven and bring a... Read More →
Join in a suvey of vegetation in the park, noting desirable native species and undesirable invasive species to help inform our habitat management in this area. Sign up here: Kleb Ecological Survey For questions, email klebwoods@hcp4.net or call 281-357-5324. VMS: FR: Other Partners (Kleb Woods Data Collection - describe activities performed)
Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities and games or a lesson on wildlife. All novice volunteers will shadow a staff member. Be sure to wear clothing for a hike outdoors that may be on a trail that is uneven and bring a... Read More →
Wednesdays - April 16 and May 21 1:00 - 3:00 pm Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center VMS: RM: J Jones Park & Nature Center (Specify activities performed)
Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings* from 8-11 a.m. in the Endangered Species and Native Plant Gardens in preparation for the upcoming events such as the NPSOT Native Landscaping Certification Program (NLCP) class on May 24. The Endangered Species and Native Garden display the highest level of diversity of native SE Texas flora... Read More →
Looking for a way to explore nature, see ecosystems in action, and have fun? Join Bayou Land Conservancy at Lake Creek Preserve for a family-friendly nature hike! This is a monthly guided hike through Lake Creek Preserve, where we will explore various ecosystems and terrain. This is a moderately easy ~1 mile loop, which traverses... Read More →
Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings* from 8-11 a.m. in the Endangered Species and Native Plant Gardens in preparation for the upcoming events such as the NPSOT Native Landscaping Certification Program (NLCP) class on May 24. The Endangered Species and Native Garden display the highest level of diversity of native SE Texas flora... Read More →
Survey Leaders: Paul Gregg and Christy Jones Photo credit: Mercer Botanic Gardens Led by longtime birder Paul Gregg and Mercer staff member Christy Jones, the Mercer survey takes place on the fourth Thursday of each month from 8 AM to 10 AM. We take a break in the summer (June, July, August) and November-December. Birders... Read More →
Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings* from 8-11 a.m. in the Endangered Species and Native Plant Gardens in preparation for the upcoming events such as the NPSOT Native Landscaping Certification Program (NLCP) class on May 24. The Endangered Species and Native Garden display the highest level of diversity of native SE Texas flora... Read More →
Lake Houston Wilderness Park Field Trip - 25 7th Graders (4 programs) Thursday, April 24th 9 a - 1:30 pm Contact teresa.holbrook@houstontx.gov SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4CAEA92EA5F85-56063105-lake VMS: DO: Lake Houston Wilderness Park (Specify activities performed)
The Houston-Galveston area participating in the 2025 City Nature Challenge includes Austin, Harris, Brazoria, Liberty, Chambers, Montgomery, Fort Bend, Waller, and Galveston counties. Observations for the challenge should be made within this 9-county area. Website Once again, Texas Nature Trackers (TNT) is proud to help sponsor this statewide community event that encourages everyone to get... Read More →
Sign in at Nature Center Join Park staff and other volunteers in collecting data to add to the annual biological survey using the iNaturalist app. Prior to event download iNaturalist to your phone and make an account. Dress for an outdoor hike, bring a reusable water bottle and lunch. Link to sign up in Better Impact: https://bttr.im/geygl or... Read More →
Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings* from 8-11 a.m. in the Endangered Species and Native Plant Gardens in preparation for the upcoming events such as the NPSOT Native Landscaping Certification Program (NLCP) class on May 24. The Endangered Species and Native Garden display the highest level of diversity of native SE Texas flora... Read More →
Volunteers will support staff by assisting with a station, which may include a hike to the Turtle Pond, activities and games or a lesson on wildlife. All novice volunteers will shadow a staff member. Be sure to wear clothing for a hike outdoors that may be on a trail that is uneven and bring a... Read More →
Contact: teresa.holbrook@houstontx.gov VMS: DO: Lake Houston Wilderness Park (Specify activities performed)
