Initial Training for Interns
OnlineNOTE: 8-10a session is online; 12-2p session is in-person. Complete Training Schedule VMS: AT: Initial Training (Specify topics addressed)
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: 8-10a session is online; 12-2p session is in-person. Complete Training Schedule VMS: AT: Initial Training (Specify topics addressed)
Welcome to the TMN-COT Advanced Training Day 2025! The Texas Master Naturalist – Cradle of Texas Chapter is pleased to host our 8th Annual Advanced Training Day on Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 8am-3:30pm. Our theme this year is “Conserving Biodiversity: Species of Greatest Conservation Need” and we are excited to welcome a great line-up of speakers and topics!... Read More →
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities Date Time Description # of volunteers needed Saturday, February 1st 10am to 11am Fishing 10-15 kids with 10 adults 1-2 Saturday, February 15th 9am to 11am 60-person church group, two programs 9am and 10am 1-2 Friday, February 21st 9am to 1pm Field Trip of 150 4th graders- Five programs 2-3 Saturday, February 22nd 6pm... Read More →
Thanks for being interested in helping with Litter Cleanups and Audits! Here are two upcoming dates to join us to prevent pollution from entering local waterways. Please use the code below if you with to participate in either of these Litter Collection and Audit Events at WG Jones State Forest. You are most welcome to... Read More →
WILDLIFE WEDNESDAY: BOBCATS January 8, 2025 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Join Martin DeVore to learn about our most elusive, native feline, the bobcat. These nocturnal cats roam a wide range of habitats throughout North America and hunt a diverse selection of prey. Learn about their history Afterwards, take a self-guided wander into the woods... 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 →
Get those binoculars out for the weekly bird surveys conducted by JoJo Bradbury on Mondays beginning on September 9 and continuing until June! All walks start at 7:30 a.m. and end around 10:30 a.m. on the Spring Creek Nature Trail (Creekside Park West Trailhead: 30.14895, -95.56334). Meet in the parking lot kiosk at the end... Read More →
Class Descriptions and Registration VMS: AT: Single Presentation (Birding for Fun- Birding Skills Series)
Tuesday, February 18, Spring Creek Nature Trail Targeted species: Japanese Climbing Fern Time: 8:00-11:00 am - come when you can, leave when you must. Location: 1068 Pruitt Road, Montgomery County Nature Preserve Park in parking lot at the entrance to the trail Dress for the elements with sturdy waterproof shoes or boots, garden gloves and hat; also bring bug repellent and water.... 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)