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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Geology Field Session
Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The WoodlandsWeek of Events
Project FeederWatch
Project FeederWatch turns your love of feeding birds into scientific discoveries. FeederWatch is a November-April survey of birds that visit backyards, nature centers, community areas, and other locales in North America. You don’t even need a feeder! All you need is an area with plantings, habitat, water or food that attracts birds. The schedule is completely flexible. Count your... Read More →
Great Backyard Bird Count
Take part in the Great Backyard Bird Count! Join bird enthusiasts worldwide next Friday through Monday, February 17 through 20, for the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). Similar to Project FeederWatch, the GBBC helps scientists learn about the distribution and abundance of birds. But the GBBC works a little differently. For the GBBC, you report the number of... Read More →
Permian Fest 2023 – A Texas Paleontology Event
The Rolling Plains Chapter, Texas Master Naturalist, is a partner with Whiteside Museum of Natural History. Naturalists across Texas are invited to come to Seymour for a special event. Have you ever wanted to be a Paleontologist? Would you like to participate in an active dig site from the Permian period? This is your opportunity... Read More →
Removal of Invasives from The Woodlands
Removal of Invasives from The Woodlands
Sunday, February 19 Target species: Lygodium japonicum Japanese Climbing Fern Activity: removing vines from trees and shrubs, taking extra care to dispose of fertile fronds and dig up and dispose of fibrous root system Location: across from Creekside Forest Elementary School @ George Mitchell Trailhead off Creekside Forest Drive; follow signage to work site Park: in Preserve parking lot Time: 7:30a-10:30a come... Read More →
Lake Houston Wilderness Park Monthly Bird Walk
Lake Houston Wilderness Park Monthly Bird Walk
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 →
Geology Field Session
Geology Field Session
Meet at the Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park for a walk along Spring Creek to explore the geological features.
NPSOT Propagation Station
NPSOT Propagation Station
The Grand Opening of the Pines and Prairies Chapter, NPSOT, propagation station at W.G. Jones State Forest kicks off the New Year! The station will be managed by David Lemons and Jessica Mauch. Work days will be held every Sunday afternoon and Friday morning. Martin Simonton has planted nearly 200 species from seed and is donating... Read More →
Creekside Park West Weekly Bird Walk/Survey
Creekside Park West Weekly Bird Walk/Survey
Bayou Land Conservancy and Houston Audubon will resume the weekly (Mondays) bird walks/surveys at Creekside Park West beginning Monday, Sept 5 (Labor Day). The walks begin at 7:30 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 →
Beginner Birding with Kristine Rivers
Beginner Birding with Kristine Rivers
This 8-week virtual series begins January 9, 2023. Classes are held via Zoom on Mondays from 7-8pm, and all classes are recorded. Check out the site for class schedule and descriptions. (Cost: $30/series or $5/class) Excited about birding, but not sure where to start? Duration 1 Hour per Class Cost $5 per Class or $30... Read More →
Kleb Woods Volunteer Opportunity
Kleb Woods Volunteer Opportunity
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
Gardening for Monarchs – Two-Day Workshop
Gardening for Monarchs – Two-Day Workshop
Dear Monarch Stewards, We will be sending shortly the page to register to attend the Monarch Stewards’ Workshop “Gardening for Monarchs and Other Wildlife Using Native Plants” The two-day workshop will be online on February 21 (8:30 am to 3:30 PM Central Time) and February 23 (8:30 am to 3:30 pm Central Time) To access a... Read More →
WG Jones State Forest Work Day
WG Jones State Forest Work Day
Work in pollinator gardens or litter sweep. Join Heartwood's Slack channel to get the lastest information about what we'll be concentrating on.
Conservation Connections at Jesse H. Jones Park
Conservation Connections at Jesse H. Jones Park
Join park staff and volunteers at Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center for Conservation Connections. From planting seeds in the greenhouse, to light landscaping work, to invasive species removal - we have plenty of projects to pique your interest! No registration required. Call 281-446-8588 or email JesseJonesPark@pct3.hctx.net for questions. VMS: RM: J. Jones Park and... Read More →
Lake Houston Wilderness Park Opportunities
Lake Houston Wilderness Park Opportunities
Three upcoming hikes at Lake Houston Wilderness Park could use volunteer help. Contact Lauren Hollenbeck for more information: Lauren.Hollenbeck@houstontx.gov February 15 (9a-2p) - 50 students will participate in a hike to find edible plants and participate in a scavenger hunt. 3 volunteers are needed. February 18 (6-7p) - Night hike. 2 volunteers are needed. February... Read More →
Coral Forensics in the Deep Flower Garden Banks
Coral Forensics in the Deep Flower Garden Banks
Seaside Chats is an annual speaker series about ocean science and conservation topics associated with Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary. These presentations take place on Wednesday evenings in February, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Central Time). Presentations are free and presented via webinar. Our speakers include sanctuary staff and guests from partner organizations. Anyone is welcome to attend,... Read More →
Mercer’s Monthly Bird Survey
Mercer’s Monthly Bird Survey
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 →
Gardening for Monarchs – Two-Day Workshop
Gardening for Monarchs – Two-Day Workshop
Dear Monarch Stewards, We will be sending shortly the page to register to attend the Monarch Stewards’ Workshop “Gardening for Monarchs and Other Wildlife Using Native Plants” The two-day workshop will be online on February 21 (8:30 am to 3:30 PM Central Time) and February 23 (8:30 am to 3:30 pm Central Time) To access a... Read More →
Attracting Birds While Protecting Watershed Health
Attracting Birds While Protecting Watershed Health
Wildlife & Water Friendly Gardens: FREE Series 2023 The Environmental Learning Center* presents a FREE Workshop Series for anyone interested in home gardening for wildlife and water quality. Learn how to garden with less water, manage too much stormwater, and generally provide a healthier habitat for birds, pollinating insects, and more. February 23 - Attracting... Read More →
Not Your Father’s Water Meter – Going GREEN Sustainability Lecture
Not Your Father’s Water Meter – Going GREEN Sustainability Lecture
With water demand set to double in Montgomery County in the next 25 years, wise use has never been more important for maintaining our quality of life. Woodlands Water Agency has implemented numerous water conservation strategies to meet this challenge including the recent installation of a community-wide Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI). AMI digital meters continuously... Read More →
Lake Houston Wilderness Park – Trail Work Volunteers Needed
Lake Houston Wilderness Park – Trail Work Volunteers Needed
Contact Lauren Hollenbeck for more information: Lauren.Hollenbeck@houstontx.gov Work with Infinity Early College volunteers doing trail maintenance. 2 volunteers are needed. VMS CODE: RM: LAKE HOUSTON WILDERNESS PARK: (Description - Trail Work)
Removal of Invasives at Bender Preserve on Spring Creek
Removal of Invasives at Bender Preserve on Spring Creek
Looking to jumpstart the new year with some fresh air and environmental impact? Join the Bayou Land Conservancy at our Bender Preserve to remove invasive species to help support our local species. Register Here! Date: Friday, February 24th Time: 9 a.m. – noon Location: Bender Preserve Required Supplies: Water (at least 48 oz), close-toed shoes,... Read More →
NPSOT Propagation Station
NPSOT Propagation Station
The Grand Opening of the Pines and Prairies Chapter, NPSOT, propagation station at W.G. Jones State Forest kicks off the New Year! The station will be managed by David Lemons and Jessica Mauch. Work days will be held every Sunday afternoon and Friday morning. Martin Simonton has planted nearly 200 species from seed and is donating... Read More →
Lake Houston Wilderness Park Native Gardens
Lake Houston Wilderness Park Native Gardens
Lake Houston Wilderness Park is starting a Garden Club every Friday from 10am-12pm. We are focused only on native plants to our area. Volunteers will help with seeding in our new nursery, seeding in the park, weeding in our pollinator garden, and helping to create new pollinator habitat around the park. This is a new... Read More →
Conroe Arbor Day
Conroe Arbor Day
Stop by Founder's Park in Conroe for free trees and gardening advice. Heartwood Chapter will support the event with an outreach booth. NOTE: Attending the event is "just for fun!"
Junior Master Naturalist
The Joy of Sassafras
The Joy of Sassafras
Jesse H. Jones Park is blessed with the occasional Sassafras tree (Sassafras albidum). Learn about the many uses of this tree such as its role in tea, root beer, and gumbo. It also provides colorful fall foliage and prevents erosion. Ages 10+. Meet in the nature center. In-person only Contact: Mein, Alicia (Commissioner Pct.... Read More →
Texas Waters Specialist Water Lab
Texas Waters Specialist Water Lab
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. The Water Lab is a... Read More →