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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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 →
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
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)
Help is always needed in the greenhouse or one of the garden areas in the park. NOTE: Volunteer opportunity sign-ups for Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center are now exclusively on Better Impact. If you do not have a Better Impact account, use this link to create one. From your account, sign up for... Read More →
Blossom Brigade: Pollinator Garden Work Recurring Every Wednesday 9 am - 11 am (weather permitting) Mercer Botanic Gardens, 223 Aldine Westfield, Humble 77338 Join this weekly effort alongside volunteer programming staff to care for plants in and around the pollinator garden and Honeybee Corral. These beds provide sustenance for native pollinators including, hummingbirds, butterflies, moths,... Read More →
What: Heartwood Chapter Board Meeting When: First Wednesday, 6:30-8:00p Venue: Zoom (Contact mailto:heartwoodpres@gmail.com for a link.) VMS: CB: Chapter Meeting: Heartwood (Specify – attended board meeting)
Organizer: Friends of Lake Livingston Dates: September 25 and October 3, 2024 Time: 8a - 1p Location: Carolina Creek Christian Camp, 84 Wimberly Lane, Huntsville, Tx 77320 Contact: Kim Lindenfeld klindenfeld@gmail.com phone (832) 457-0426 Volunteers are needed to supervise high school students as they (1) plant beneficial riparian plants, (2) conduct water testing, and (3) participate in... Read More →
First Thursday of every month, 9a-10:30a, Dennis Johnston Park Be part of the pollinator conservation effort in your community! Volunteers are needed year-round to weed, plant, and mulch the pollinator garden. All tools will be provided including gloves, kneeling pads, and hand tools. Please dress for the weather, wear closed-toe shoes, and bring a refillable... Read More →
Get those binoculars out for the monthly bird surveys conducted by JoJo Bradbury on first Saturdays beginning on September 7 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... Read More →
WHERE: North Side Columbus Club (NSCC) Odin Hall, 607 E. Whitney Street, Houston, TX 77022 This year's workshop will focus on WATER. In Houston, we always seem to have too much or not enough. Spend a Saturday with us learning about how native plant gardeners can be part of water solutions and support species that... 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 →
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
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)
Title: Chapter Project Fair Date: October 8, 2024, from 11:30am to 1:30pm CT Description: Join us as we hear about projects from five Texas Master Naturalist Chapters for our 2024 Annual Meeting Chapter Project Fair: Bluestem Chapter, East Texas Chapter, Galveston Bay Area Chapter, Hays County Chapter and North Texas Chapter. Each chapter will present on their project... Read More →
Help is always needed in the greenhouse or one of the garden areas in the park. NOTE: Volunteer opportunity sign-ups for Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center are now exclusively on Better Impact. If you do not have a Better Impact account, use this link to create one. From your account, sign up for... Read More →
Blossom Brigade: Pollinator Garden Work Recurring Every Wednesday 9 am - 11 am (weather permitting) Mercer Botanic Gardens, 223 Aldine Westfield, Humble 77338 Join this weekly effort alongside volunteer programming staff to care for plants in and around the pollinator garden and Honeybee Corral. These beds provide sustenance for native pollinators including, hummingbirds, butterflies, moths,... Read More →
What’s brown and round and found on the beach? That’s up to you and your scavenger hunt team! Perhaps it’s a sea bean, or a shark eye snail, or even an egg collar! We can’t wait to see what you discover at San Luis Pass. Register now for Fall Field Day and put your 4-person... Read More →
Speaker: Paul Gregg Bio: Paul Gregg is an advanced amateur photographer with a special interest in photographing birds. He has presented to several local birding, wildlife, and camera clubs. Paul is retired from the Harris County Adult Probation Department and the U. S. Air Force. Title: “Fall Migration and What Type of Birder are You?” Subject:... Read More →
We are excited to invite you to a special event hosted by Homegrown National Park® in partnership with best-selling author Benjamin Vogt! Join us on Thursday, October 10th at 12:30 PM CDT for an engaging 90-minute session where you’ll learn all about transforming your lawn into a resilient, native plant paradise. Benjamin will provide a crash course on: Selecting... Read More →
It is amazing that NASA’s Earth-observing satellites can collect data from around the globe to help us better understand and protect our home planet! Have you ever wondered how we compare the data we obtain from satellites with data we collect on the ground to ensure that satellites are accurate with their measurements? Join us... Read More →
The 9th Annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz returns in October (https://tpwd.texas.gov/education/bioblitz). Mark your calendars now and get ready for some photographic fun and the opportunity to contribute to community science! Dates: October 11-27, 2024 Join the fun: All ages and abilities are encouraged to find pollinators and nectar-producing plants and take photos to share with friends!... Read More →
Saturday, October 12, Rush Haven Targeted species: air potato, elephant ears, Japanese climbing fern Time: 8:00-11:00 am - come when you can, leave when you must. Location: Greenbelt behind 155 Rush Haven Drive Park on Rush Haven near 155 Rush Haven Dr or on Sandpebble Dr. and then follow the ITF signs and orange ribbons to find us in the... Read More →
If you would like to sign up for any of the following volunteer opportunities, please email the Park Naturalist, Katharine LeBoeuf , at Katharine.leboeuf@houstontx.gov. Date Time Description # of volunteers needed Saturday, October 12th 9am - 12pm 3 programs, Girl Scout troops 2 Wednesday, October 23rd 9:30am-11:30am 100 High Schoolers Multiple Programs 2-3 Friday, October 25th 8:30am-11:30am... Read More →
Lawther-Deer Park Prairie Saturday, October 12, 9:00am - 11:00am If you are not familiar with the conservation story of this 51-acre property, it speaks accolades of many people and groups who came together to preserve a jewel of the habitat type that used to dominate the Greater Houston Area. This is called a “platinum prairie” with over... 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 →
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
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)
Help is always needed in the greenhouse or one of the garden areas in the park. NOTE: Volunteer opportunity sign-ups for Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center are now exclusively on Better Impact. If you do not have a Better Impact account, use this link to create one. From your account, sign up for... Read More →
Blossom Brigade: Pollinator Garden Work Recurring Every Wednesday 9 am - 11 am (weather permitting) Mercer Botanic Gardens, 223 Aldine Westfield, Humble 77338 Join this weekly effort alongside volunteer programming staff to care for plants in and around the pollinator garden and Honeybee Corral. These beds provide sustenance for native pollinators including, hummingbirds, butterflies, moths,... Read More →
Wildlife Wednesday: Fossils October 16th, 2024 10:00am-11:00am Location: 20634 Kenswick Dr. Humble, Tx 77338 Join Jerrel Geisler for National Fossils Day! We will look at fossils that occur in Texas and other places. What caused fossils to occur and why are they here? We will demonstrate how fossils are formed and see if we can... Read More →
Presenters: Russell Pfau, Professor, Tarleton State University, Department of Biological Sciences and Toby Hibbitts, Research Scientist, Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute Webinar Description: The Crawfish Frog is associated with prairie habitats, which are rapidly being lost due to human activities. Populations of this species have declined in areas where these habitats have been lost. Habitat fragmentation... Read More →
How will climate change impact Texas and the native prairie and savanna ecosystems? How do we plan restorations to be sustainable in 2050? Do we need to change our land management practices? The Native Prairies Association of Texas (NPAT) Fayette Prairie Chapter will host a year-long series of presentations to explore climate change and the... Read More →
Presenters: Doreen Gallevo and Reba Wiles Houston Chapter Board Members will share their stories with our membership and summarize their experiences with urban habitat gardening. Join us this evening for two brief presentations on personal stories and helpful tips on garden maintenance that will inspire you on your own native plant journey. Please join... Read More →
Registration Link Summary Learn how to install and maintain your native plant landscape! NLCP is a state-wide program, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants in the region in which they are taught. This class is presented by the Pines & Prairies chapter and is specific to the Montgomery, Grimes and Walker County areas.... Read More →
Enjoy a walk in the woods at Lake Creek Preserve led by a Texas Master Naturalist. When: Third Saturday of the month Register: Required; opens one month in advance. CLICK HERE for registration and more details. Bayou Land Conservancy Contact: Karastin Katusin VMS: AT: Bayou Land Conservancy (Public Hike)
The staff at W. G. Jones State Forest is seeking volunteers to assist with our centennial festival at the W. G. Jones State Forest. This is an opportunity to be an essential part of the W.G. Jones State Forest Centennial Celebration, a landmark event celebrating 100 years of Texas State Forests, Passionate volunteers are needed... Read More →
Weekend Wildlife: Lizards October 19th, 2024 10:00am-11:00am Location: 20634 Kenswick Dr. Humble, Tx 77338 Join Martin DeVore to learn about the most popular common residents of Jesse Jones Park - the Green Anole (Anolis carolinensis). From their habitat to their habits, you will learn where best to look for them, what they eat, and how... 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 →
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
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)
Help is always needed in the greenhouse or one of the garden areas in the park. NOTE: Volunteer opportunity sign-ups for Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center are now exclusively on Better Impact. If you do not have a Better Impact account, use this link to create one. From your account, sign up for... Read More →
Blossom Brigade: Pollinator Garden Work Recurring Every Wednesday 9 am - 11 am (weather permitting) Mercer Botanic Gardens, 223 Aldine Westfield, Humble 77338 Join this weekly effort alongside volunteer programming staff to care for plants in and around the pollinator garden and Honeybee Corral. These beds provide sustenance for native pollinators including, hummingbirds, butterflies, moths,... Read More →
If you would like to sign up for any of the following volunteer opportunities, please email the Park Naturalist, Katharine LeBoeuf , at Katharine.leboeuf@houstontx.gov. Date Time Description # of volunteers needed Saturday, October 12th 9am - 12pm 3 programs, Girl Scout troops 2 Wednesday, October 23rd 9:30am-11:30am 100 High Schoolers Multiple Programs 2-3 Friday, October 25th 8:30am-11:30am... Read More →
What: Join the Coastal Prairie Conservancy and our partners for the 2024 Lands & Legacies Conference, a joint event between the Texas Coastal Prairie Initiative (TCPI) and the Texas Grasslands and Savannas Initiative (TGSI)! It will be held on Thursday, October 24th, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, and Friday, October 25th, from 8 AM... Read More →
Rush Haven still needs work. The air potatoes are on the vine and on the ground. We need to get them out before they take root. Please consider joining, if you can. Friday, October 25, Rush Haven Targeted species: Air Potato Time: 8:00-11:00 am - come when you can, leave when you must. Location: Greenbelt behind 155 Rush Haven... Read More →
If you would like to sign up for any of the following volunteer opportunities, please email the Park Naturalist, Katharine LeBoeuf , at Katharine.leboeuf@houstontx.gov. Date Time Description # of volunteers needed Saturday, October 12th 9am - 12pm 3 programs, Girl Scout troops 2 Wednesday, October 23rd 9:30am-11:30am 100 High Schoolers Multiple Programs 2-3 Friday, October 25th 8:30am-11:30am... Read More →
Friday, October 25th, The Zombie Survival Hike Game Night. Event is 7pm-9pm Contact John Herron and he will set up a meeting time before hand to go over the activities. Greeters: Greet guests, explain the game, and get them started. Hike Leaders: Great for story tellers. They will lead a group on the Loblolly Trail... Read More →
If you would like to sign up for any of the following volunteer opportunities, please email the Park Naturalist, Katharine LeBoeuf , at Katharine.leboeuf@houstontx.gov. Date Time Description # of volunteers needed Saturday, October 12th 9am - 12pm 3 programs, Girl Scout troops 2 Wednesday, October 23rd 9:30am-11:30am 100 High Schoolers Multiple Programs 2-3 Friday, October 25th 8:30am-11:30am... Read More →
Volunteers needed: set-up, treat tables, face painting, photo booth, gate greeters, trail greeters and much more. JesseJonesPark@pct3.hctx. net Contact: Courtney 281-446-8588 or email at courtney.parfait@pct3.hctx.net VMS: PO: Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center (Specify volunteer activities)
Hike with Us at Peckinpaugh Preserve! Join Bayou Land Conservancy board member Justin Hicks for a guided hike at Peckinpaugh Preserve on Saturday, October 26th! With the weather finally cooling off, it’s a great time to enjoy a hike in the woods! NOTE: Time change to 4p! Register Here! VMS: AT: Bayou Land Conservancy (Guided Hike... Read More →
Volunteer Here: https://buytickets.at/fishingsfuture/1101306 There will be fishing, casting, and a few more angler education set up areas. Contact Michael Scherer michael@fishingsfuture.org VMS: PO: Huntsville State Park (specify Boo-Gill and Haunted Boathouse - describe activities)
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 →
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
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)
Help is always needed in the greenhouse or one of the garden areas in the park. NOTE: Volunteer opportunity sign-ups for Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center are now exclusively on Better Impact. If you do not have a Better Impact account, use this link to create one. From your account, sign up for... Read More →
Blossom Brigade: Pollinator Garden Work Recurring Every Wednesday 9 am - 11 am (weather permitting) Mercer Botanic Gardens, 223 Aldine Westfield, Humble 77338 Join this weekly effort alongside volunteer programming staff to care for plants in and around the pollinator garden and Honeybee Corral. These beds provide sustenance for native pollinators including, hummingbirds, butterflies, moths,... Read More →
Get those binoculars out for the monthly bird surveys conducted by JoJo Bradbury on first Saturdays beginning on September 7 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... Read More →
If you have not taken the NPSOT NLCP Level 1 Class (Introduction to Native Landscapes), please note that it will be given hybrid – simultaneously live via Classroom (click here) at University of Houston Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd, Clear Lake and via Zoom (click here). Click the link above for the class type... Read More →
Lake Houston Wilderness Park has a busy November ahead and needs help! If you would like to sign up for any of the following volunteer opportunities, please email the Park Naturalist, Katharine LeBoeuf, at Katharine.leboeuf@houstontx.gov. VMS: DO: Training and Education Events (Specify event at LHWP)
