TPWD is conducting Electroshock Fish Sampling along Spring Creek at Jesse Jones Park. Great advanced training opportunity to learn more about sampling techniques and what species can be found in the area. When: Friday, April 25. 12:30 p.m. program for educators. Registration required: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094EADA92CA3F5C43-54971623-tpwd The program is aimed at educators, but it should be a good fit…
Beyond Bees
Bee-come fascinated with our local bees as staff and volunteers guide you through Mercer’s gardens. Learn about resident colonies of carpenter bees and honeybees, their critical role in the environment, and Mercer’s conservation efforts through holistic gardening practices. Children younger than 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This is an outdoor event….
Spotted Lanternfly in North America
Join us for an insightful webinar featuring a panel of experts discussing the spotted lanternfly invasion in North America. Learn about the biology and management of this invasive pest, debunk common myths, and gain updates on how human-mediated transport is driving its spread. Experts will also share the latest findings on cold tolerance thresholds and…
Plastic Pollution and Bird Saving Solutions
Getting Smart Virtually presents Plastic Pollution and Bird Saving Solutions.Did you know the upper Texas coast is an incredibly important area for bird conservation? Two billion birds migrate through Texas each year relying on our nutrient-rich coastlines and waterways to rest, nest, and refuel. In order to survive and thrive, our resident and migratory birds…
Canopy Walk Volunteers
Canopy Walk Volunteers is a unique opportunity to educate visitors about activity in the Smith Oaks Rookery while on the canopy walk and spread awareness about the importance of conserving birds and their habitat. Training material for volunteers is provided ahead of your shift – expertise is not necessary. Two shifts are available each day…
Champion Lake Lodge Workday
Champion Lake Lodge Cleaning and Repairs This will include numbering screens and windows, washing screens and windows, closing a chimney flue, varnishing the back door and window frames, replacing window glass, and removing reinforcement boards. Bring step stools, gloves, water, and snacks. Contact Gary Holmes 713-366-1722 if you can participate. VMS – RM: Trinity River…
NRG Cedar Bayou EcoCenter
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…
TPWD Wildlife Diversity Series: Cagle’s Map Turtle
“Distribution, status assessment, and population ecology of Cagle’s map turtle” with Jesse Meik Texas Parks and Wildlife Diversity Series Webinars occur monthly and highlight research and conservation efforts in Texas. Webinars are usually the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 12 noon to 1PM. To register for this and other webinars, click HERE For more information…
In the Life of a Bumble Bee Queen
This event will be recorded and posted to: The Xerces Youtube Channel. Join Rich Hatfield, Xerces Senior Endangered Species Conservation Biologist, to take a deep dive into the reproductive females of bumble bees, including cuckoo bumble bees. We’ll primarily look at the solitary phase of the lifecycle, including what is known about where and how they…