Prairie Plant-a-Thon

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center 14140 Garrett Rd, Houston, TX, United States

The 14th Annual Prairie Plant-a-Thon will be held at Sheldon Lake State Park. Participants will be digging holes and planting 1-gallon native prairie plants. A brief orientation and all necessary tools will be provided.Wear comfortable clothing, bug spray, footwear that can get muddy, a good hat and gloves, and sunscreen. Bring water and prepare to... Read More →

Sheldon Lake SP Bird Survey

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center 14140 Garrett Rd, Houston, TX, United States

Meet at the picnic area across from Sheldon Lake State Park headquarters at 8:00. Peter Tsan is the survey leader.Contact sheldonlakespbirdsurvey@gmail.com to be put on a mailing list or if you have any questions.VMS - FR: Bird Populations Field Research:TMN Field Research (Specify Sheldon Lake SP in "Describe Your Service".)

Sheldon Lake SP – Prairie and Wetland Restoration Volunteer

14140 Garrett Rd Houston, TX, United States

Be part of a large scale prairie and wetland restoration project! Volunteer to plant, pot, and perform other restoration activities such as remove invasive species (like Chinese tallow, eastern baccharis, and deep-rooted sedge) using tools and other methods. You should expect to get dirty and work outside in variable conditions. No experience is necessary, orientation... Read More →

NRG Cedar Bayou EcoCenter

7705 W Bay Rd 2300 Baytown Loop, Baytown, TX, United States

An opportunity to work with plants, tree, and seeds. The actual activity will depend upon the time of the year. They harvest seeds, plant seeds, transplant plants as they outgrow their pots, and plant into the soil or marsh. The Galveston Bay Master Naturalist Chapter already meets at this time so you will have 6-8... Read More →

Sheldon Lake SP – Gardens and Wildscape Volunteers

14140 Garrett Rd Houston, TX, United States

Do you have a green thumb? Come out and help us keep our gardens and wildscapes in tiptop shape. Assist with overall development and maintenance of the gardens and trails. Duties include pruning, raking, invasive removal, weeding, and planting. No experience is necessary, all training will be provided.Minimun age: 8 Contact person is Sarah Landuyt sarah.landuyt@tpwd.texas.gov(281)... Read More →

Sheldon Lake SP – Prairie and Wetland Restoration Volunteer

14140 Garrett Rd Houston, TX, United States

Be part of a large scale prairie and wetland restoration project! Volunteer to plant, pot, and perform other restoration activities such as remove invasive species (like Chinese tallow, eastern baccharis, and deep-rooted sedge) using tools and other methods. You should expect to get dirty and work outside in variable conditions. No experience is necessary, orientation... Read More →

NRG Cedar Bayou EcoCenter

7705 W Bay Rd 2300 Baytown Loop, Baytown, TX, United States

An opportunity to work with plants, tree, and seeds. The actual activity will depend upon the time of the year. They harvest seeds, plant seeds, transplant plants as they outgrow their pots, and plant into the soil or marsh. The Galveston Bay Master Naturalist Chapter already meets at this time so you will have 6-8... Read More →

Entergy Coastal Natives Nursery Work Day

Hulsey Coastal Operations Center, 2081 Old Mexico Road, High Island, TX Old Mexico Road, Bolivar Peninsula, Texas, United States

Houston Audubon is seeking committed volunteers to help out at the Entergy Coastal Natives Nursery in High Island, Texas. Join Conservation Specialist Wyatt Egelhoff and field technicians to learn all about and assist with the propagation of native Texas plants. If you are already familiar with the process, even better! We would love to have... Read More →