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Part 2 Birding Skills$15/single class; $40/4 classes (Birding Basics); $70/8 classes (Birding Skills)Register now to join Kristine Rivers with Birding for Fun for her next series of Beginner Birding Virtual Classes! Classes will be held via Zoom on Mondays at 7pm. Register for the entire series or just the topics that interest you!Classes are designed... Read More → |
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Central Texas Mycological Society presentsGUEST SPEAKER: Pierce LynchWHEN: July 15, 2025, 7 p.m. CSTWHERE: OnlineCOST: Free with Registration (Donations Accepted)Donation: Select Donation $7 Finger Fungi$14 Fun-guy$21 Mush Love$0 Things are TIght Join us online for a fascinating dive into the hidden world of endophytic fungi—the microscopic powerhouses living within plant... Read More → |
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Virtual. Free.Interested in learning about conservation easements in Texas?Join Conservation Director Wesley Newman and Conservation Associate Daniel Thorpe for a free, live Zoom session exploring the ins and outs of conservation easements and how they can benefit Texas landowners. Whether you're a landowner, rancher, or simply interested in land conservation, this session will provide practical... Read More → |
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Pesticides are a hidden hazard in many monarch conservation efforts, whether in working lands, parks, backyards, or monarch overwintering groves. Residues in milkweed and nectar plants can degrade habitat quality and put monarchs at risk. This webinar will unpack the latest science on pesticide contamination in habitat and explore how these chemicals affect butterflies directly... Read More → |
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Observe the blooms of the very rare Chapman's Orchid and other flora/fauna of Watson's preserve Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/xmy-rirn-qaz Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
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Have you ever experienced the Big Thicket at night? Bring your flashlight to join a ranger on a hike through the Big Thicket in the dark. This hike will explore some of the stories that make the Big Thicket special and mysterious. If you enjoy legends and real-life stories of the Big Thicket, this is... Read More → |
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Go off the beaten path in the Big Thicket!Explore lesser-known areas with a ranger and uncover some scenic and historical sites in the preserve.LOCATION: Canyonlands Unit. Get detailed directions when you reserve your spot.RESERVATIONS: Required. Call 409-951-6700.The hike is free. Long pants and closed-toe shoes recommended. Participants must be capable of hiking independently for over... Read More → |
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Part 2 Birding Skills$15/single class; $40/4 classes (Birding Basics); $70/8 classes (Birding Skills)Register now to join Kristine Rivers with Birding for Fun for her next series of Beginner Birding Virtual Classes! Classes will be held via Zoom on Mondays at 7pm. Register for the entire series or just the topics that interest you!Classes are designed... Read More → |
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Free. Harris County Public Library presents The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonican Biologist Jay Falk.Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds.Birds are dinosaurs with a history going back millions of years. Our... Read More → |
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Join Martin de Vore in the nature center to learn all about different wildlife in Jones Park. A different animal species will be featured each program. Afterwards, take a self-guided hike on the Grapevine Trail behind the nature center to find wildlife. Program is great for Scouts and homeschool families, Texas Master Naturalists, and community... Read More →
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Anyone with an interest in Texas native plants, their many pollinators and how we can all be better informed about the impact of climate change on our various pollinator restoration efforts is invited to participate in this free event! Please get involved with this important community science project and help better inform those working on pollinator... Read More → |
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Step back in time with Sharon Menegaz, a dedicated volunteer with the Texas Archeological Society for over 25 years, as she explores the prehistoric eras of Texas. From the earliest Paleoindian hunters to the agricultural Caddo people, Sharon will provide an engaging overview of the cultural periods that shaped ancient Texas. Along the way, she’ll... Read More → |
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Interested in learning more how to identify invasive plants in your landscape? Join us for our free in person on August 9 from 9-1pm at The Woodlands Emergency Training Center. At this workshop, you will be educated on invasive plants that we see commonly in our landscapes within The Woodlands. Participants will also gain hands... Read More →
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Join Martin de Vore in the nature center to learn all about different wildlife in Jones Park. A different animal species will be featured each program. Afterwards, take a self-guided hike on the Grapevine Trail behind the nature center to find wildlife. Program is great for Scouts and homeschool families, Texas Master Naturalists, and community... Read More → |
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Part 2 Birding Skills$15/single class (Birding Skills)Register now to join Kristine Rivers with Birding for Fun for her next series of Beginner Birding Virtual Classes! Classes will be held via Zoom on Mondays at 7pm. Register for the entire series or just the topics that interest you!Classes are designed to be interactive, and you will... Read More → |
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Speaker: J. Hunter Reed, DVM, MPH, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Senior Wildlife VeterinarianDate: August 12, 2025, at 12PM CTDescription: Using his varied on-the-ground knowledge of disease topics as well as his working relationships with governmental, academic, and private entities, Dr. Reed seeks to support the long-term conservation of wildlife resources in Texas and across the country. Dr.... Read More → |
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How are U.S. bee species faring in light of the major threats they are facing? What more do we need to know to protect them? There are over 3,600 species of bees in the United States, but we only know the conservation status of about 20% of those species. This makes it difficult to make... Read More →
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Aldo Leopold Foundation August Land Ethic Live! joining us is adventurer, author, and historian Jeffrey Ryan. Ryan's latest book, This Land Was Saved for You and Me, probes the history of public lands protection in America, tracing the jagged arc of the conservation movement over a crucial century. Even at a time when our forests, rivers, prairies,... Read More → |
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Whether you are looking for personal use or tax purposes, this will be a great course to attend!! AgriLife Bee Specialist, Lauren Ward, will be conducting the course!$40. Please RSVP or pay online so we can assure enough Bee Suits available for live hive viewing. Lunch will be provided. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/honey-bee-101-tickets-1510630990959?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Presented by Wizzie Brown. The following is a list of Entomology webinars that you can attend for CEUS. Each topic lasts for one hour or less. They will be recorded for later viewing. Those links can be found on the approved eLearning courses document referenced on the home page of VMS.All of the webinars use... Read More →
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$15.00 From Coastal Texas, to the Arctic, and Everywhere In-between: Tracking and Monitoring Waterfowl for Conservation Presented by Joseph McGovern Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute |
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Consider Bayou Preservation Association’s Resiliency At-Home Summer Workshop Series. This free, hands-on program will focus on nature-based solutions that benefit both neighborhoods and bayous. Master Gardener Robin Kendrick Yates will lead two workshops on the third Saturday of June and July, and Master Gardener Teresa See will lead the final session on the third Saturday of August... Read More → |
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Go off the beaten path in the Big Thicket!Explore lesser-known areas with a ranger and uncover some scenic and historical sites in the preserve.LOCATION: Canyonlands Unit. Get detailed directions when you reserve your spot.RESERVATIONS: Required. Call 409-951-6700.The hike is free. Long pants and closed-toe shoes recommended. Participants must be capable of hiking independently for over... Read More → |
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Virtual. Fee to attend all webinars is $300. This 10 Webinar series bundle begins Wednesday January 21 through October 21 from 6pm – 7:30pm.Dive into pond management with this comprehensive Aquatics Webinar Series Bundle, featuring 10 expertly led sessions designed for pond owners and managers. Each webinar covers essential topics presented by specialists from Texas... Read More → |
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Join Martin de Vore in the nature center to learn all about different wildlife in Jones Park. A different animal species will be featured each program. Afterwards, take a self-guided hike on the Grapevine Trail behind the nature center to find wildlife. Program is great for Scouts and homeschool families, Texas Master Naturalists, and community... Read More →
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TPWD Wildlife Series: Learn about Western Chicken Turtles.
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Wild At Work: A Stewardship Series. The Wild at Work webinars, held monthly during the lunch hour, provide opportunities for members and non-members alike to learn from experts on a variety of wildlife, conservation, and hunting initiatives such as chemical toxicants for hog control, introduction to pond management, and research updates on the impact of wind energy... Read More → |
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Learn to identify fall warblers in this online workshop with instructor Eric Ripma! Join us for a two-hour lesson followed by a 30-minute live Q&A. You will learn to identify 48 fall warbler species from across the U.S. and Canada, including:Male and female warblersEastern, Western, and widespread warblersKey field marks and behavioral tipsInteractive quizzes to lock... Read More →
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Free. Fire survival + assessment & improvised medical care for burns & other fire injuries Meets 2021 WFME standards for distributed & distance learning in medical education.Topics include:Wildfire SurvivalFireworks & SparklersTent, Camping & Stove FiresBurn & Airway AssessmentBandaging & RehydrationBurn AssessmentIncludes webinar, webinar replay & completion certificate1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th-degree burnsHow to assess extent... Read More → |
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Learn to identify fall warblers in this online workshop with instructor Eric Ripma! Join us for a two-hour lesson followed by a 30-minute live Q&A. You will learn to identify 48 fall warbler species from across the U.S. and Canada, including:Male and female warblersEastern, Western, and widespread warblersKey field marks and behavioral tipsInteractive quizzes to lock... Read More → |
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An evening conversation in support of protecting the Big Thicket National Preserve.Join friends of the Big Thicket as we celebrate the birthday of the National Park Service and the national park site in our own backyard. The Big Thicket National PreserveCome for engaging conversations, learn more about this internationally recognized preserve and how you can help... Read More →
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Description:Join Ben for a captivating exploration of Texas' enchanting fireflies, where you'll discover the diverse species that light up the Lone Star State's wild landscapes. Ben will present his research on the fascinating species found in nearby river basins and riparian areas. He will demonstrate how to identify common species and learn their flash patterns... Read More → |
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Attend this half-day workshop in person and find out more about nature-based practices to clean and conserve stormwater for people and wildlife at any scale: business or home, urban/suburban or industrial, local or regional. Speakers will focus on the why and the how of green infrastructure practices. Topics Covered: Guidance for sustainable stormwater drainage on the Texas Coast.Using... Read More →
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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 →
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Free. Details: Sierra Club Webinar: Microplastics, Impacts on Human Health and Coastal Ecosystems Tuesday, August 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm CT Registration required at this link: Grassroots Network Microplastics Webinar Join the Sierra Club Grassroots Network (GN) Single-Use Plastic Plus (SUP+) team for an eye-opening Microplastics Webinar. |
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FreeJoin Invasive Impact Initiatives and the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) for the Invasive Upcycling Summit—a virtual event highlighting how creativity and environmental stewardship can intersect to solve pressing ecological challenges caused by invasive species.This interactive summit will feature change-makers who are transforming invasive species into useful, sustainable products by collaborating with local... Read More →
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$25.00. Curious about the critters crawling and flying through your garden? Join Monarch Joint Venture staff for a lively and informative session on identifying the insects and invertebrates most commonly found in green spaces. Learn how to tell a beetle from a bug, a moth from a butterfly, and even what makes an insect an... Read More →
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The Houston Chapter of Native Prairie Association of Texas (HNPAT) invites you to join our monthly meeting in person or online on the fourth Wednesday of every month. Programs start at 7 PM at the American Red Cross Bldg. (2700 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77098).This month's presentation will be "Prairie Restoration for Wildlife and Health"For more information about... Read More → |
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Gulf of America AllianceJoin us August 28, at 2 p.m. Central / 3 p.m. Eastern, for our Wednesday Webinar highlighting two exciting projects making waves along the Gulf Coast!Hear from Andrew Woodruff and AJ Gaulton from the French Quarter Festival team as they talk about Geauxing Green. Alyssa Quackenbush from the Galveston Bay Foundation will also discuss Galveston Bay’s Citizen Science... Read More → |
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$20 members/$35 nonmembersExperienced gardeners and landscape designers know: grasses are an essential part of a native garden! In this class you’ll learn how to use native grasses to benefit wildlife and add beauty and dimension to any space – even containers. Weather permitting we’ll also go on a walk to see different grass species in... Read More →
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Join Big Thicket park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler.Canoes, life jackets, and paddles are provided. Visitors are asked to bring water, snacks, and water shoes. Canoe trips start at 10:00 am and take 3-4 hours.We have 16 seats available per... Read More → |
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