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 →

Greetings Greenbelt Guardians-- Despite our last 5 visits, Rush Haven still needs work. The air potatoes are on the vine and on the ground. The largest tuber recently retrieved weighed in at 1.5 pounds! We need to get them out before they take root and create more issues. Please contact Lisa or Gretchen if you... 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)

Name of Event: Nature Field Trip Helper Date(s): 11/13/24, 11/14/24, 11/19/24, Time(s): 9am-11:30am Description: Volunteers will support staff by helping with crowd control, pointing out specific wildlife or native plants, helping with nature activities. Nature Stations include: **A hike down one of our trails while speaking about wildlife and plants in the park. **Nature activity,... Read More →

Stay connected with the latest monarch conservation topics by attending our free monthly webinars. This series is a unique opportunity to hear from experts across various interdisciplinary fields related to monarchs, other pollinators, their habitats, and the threats and pressures that make conservation urgent. Bring your questions and get ready to discover how you can... Read More →

If you've spent time identifying waterfowl, you've probably encountered the occasional, unusual bird that was hard to identify. Naming those odd ducks can be an exciting challenge! That's why we hope you'll join us for an upcoming, hour-long online class that dives into the details of tricky waterfowl ID. Barnacle Goose and Canada Goose © Jeffrey... Read More →

Registration Fee:  $25 More Information - Register Now Join us for a two-day virtual seminar dedicated to The Science of Sound! Whether you’re an avid birder or a beginner, this event explores the fascinating world of sound-based bird identification, from field techniques to the technology used to recognize and track bird calls. On November 19th, we’ll... 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 →

Presenter:  Sharandeep Singh Chahal,Ph.D. Student, Department of Horticulture, University of Arkansas Webinar Description: Join us for an engaging exploration into the rare and imperiled habitat of the Texas Screwstem, an endemic plant found only in the secluded baygalls of southeast Texas. This webinar will delve into the ecological niche that sustains this unique species within the West... Read More →

Registration Fee:  $25 More Information - Register Now Join us for a two-day virtual seminar dedicated to The Science of Sound! Whether you’re an avid birder or a beginner, this event explores the fascinating world of sound-based bird identification, from field techniques to the technology used to recognize and track bird calls. On November 19th, we’ll... Read More →

Join Wild Ones and the Native Plant Society of Texas for a free webinar, “Landscaping for Resilience with Texas Native Plants” featuring Christy Ten Eyck. Discover drought-tolerant, low-maintenance landscape design, water-smart techniques, and native plant choices for sustainable, resilient gardens nationwide. Register now for insights on creating beautiful, eco-friendly landscapes that support biodiversity. Join Us... Read More →