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ENJOY, LEARN ABOUT, AND CARE FOR GOD’S GOOD CREATION
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON
Houston Museum of Natural Science HALL OF PALEONTOLOGY Jan. 26, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., event for young professionals, enjoy food/drink while having the paleontology hall to yourselves, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, animals, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science FIELD GUIDE TO PREHISTORIC MAMMALS Jan. 24, 6:30 p.m., lecture by paleontologist explains up-to-date family tree for prehistoric mammals, book signing to follow, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn lecture, animals, Houston
WINTER BAT SURVEY Ongoing, researchers requesting TX landowners to submit surveys of bats on their property, form to fill out and submit can be found here: http://bit.ly/2i6bq31 care, animals, Houston
GREEN ENGINEERING & GREEN IN THE CODES Jan. 24, 6 – 8 p.m., lecture offered by Green Building Resource Center, 1002 Washington Avenue, http://usgbctexasgulfcoast.org/meetinginfo.php?id=269 learn, lecture, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center CRITTERS UNCORKED Jan. 20, 7 - 9 p.m., young professionals event (21+ only), meet live education owls & learn about them while enjoying drinks, then walk through woods to look for owls & other nocturnal animals, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, learn, walk, bird, Houston
Hermann Park VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Jan. 21, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & Jan. 26, 2 – 4 p.m., learn about volunteer opportunities in the McGovern Centennial Gardens, includes a garden tour, 1700 Hermann Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ learn, care, park garden, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BIRDING FIELD TRIP Jan. 28, 7:30 – 11:30 a.m., guided bird watching at Addicks Reservoir, meet at Arboretum to take van to site, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, bird, walk, Houston
REI TRAIL RUNNING BASICS Jan. 18, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn about technique, training, clothign & footwear specific to running on trails, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston
HOUSTON RESALE SHOP TOUR Jan. 25, 9 a.m., senior outing, visit 3 popular resale shops in Houston, lunch at Phoenicia Specialty Foods, meet at CHI St. Luke’s Health - The Vintage Hospital, 20171 Chasewood Park Dr. for transportation, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ care, recycle, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science TEACHER WORKSHOP: AMAZING ANIMALS Jan. 24, 5 p.m., teachers learn to incorporate easy hands-on activities that are cross-curricular & encourage observation and exploration, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class, kids, animals, Houston
CELEBRATE PLAN HOUSTON Jan. 24, 6 – 7 p.m., celebration of the plan adopted for Houston last year and event to honor local architect, The Silos at Sawyers Yards, 1502 Sawyer, http://www.blueprinthouston.org/ enjoy, Houston
REI TRAIL RUNNING BASICS Jan. 27, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn technique, training, clothing & footwear to run on trails, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center TREES & STARS – WINTER CELEBRATION Jan. 28, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., ages 5+, food/drink in the forest, night hike, star-gazing, telescopes provided, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, learn, walk, tree, Houston
CONNECTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE & NATURE: THE HUMAN MICROBIOME Jan. 29, 6 p.m., free webinar by Baylor College of Medicine professor, contact [email protected] for an invitation to the web meeting learn, lecture, media, Houston
SEED CLEANING PARTY Jan. 25, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., volunteers clean, sort, and package seeds of native prairie plants for distribution, pizza dinner provided, Hermann Park McGovern Centennial Garden, 1700 Hermann Dr., http://texasprairie.org/index.php/news_and_events/ care, garden, Houston
FLOWER GARDENS NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY Jan. 19, 6 – 9 p.m., speaker from the sanctuary to speak to the Houston Sea Kayak Association meeting, Theo’s Restaurant, 812 Westheimer, contact [email protected] for more information, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar learn, lecture, meeting, boat, Houston
Discovery Green SUPERBOWL LIVE Jan. 28 - Feb. 5, times vary, fan festival in the park, variety of activities, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center EDIBLE WILD PLANTS Jan. 22, 1 - 5 p.m., learn to find, identify & prepare edible wild leaves, seeds, flowers, roots & shoots in TX, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ learn, garden, Houston
SIERRA CLUB SOCIAL Jan. 20, 7 – 9 p.m., social for Sierra Club members & friends, enjoy food/drink at Axelrad, 1517 Alabama, 5% discount if you do not arrive by car, https://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ enjoy, meeting, Houston
Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center BIRDS & BAYOUS Jan. 28, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., girl scout badge workshop for brownies & juniors, 3997 River Dr., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/youth/girl-scout-workshops.html learn, class, kids, bird, water, Houston
Discovery Green CHEAP SKATE NIGHT Jan. 23 & Jan. 30, 4 - 10 p.m., skate for less at the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, kids, park, Houston
WESTBURY COMMUNITY GARDEN WORK DAY Jan. 28, 12:30 – 4 p.m., volunteers work in community garden, 12581 Dumlap, http://westburycommunitygarden.org/ care, garden, Houston
HOUSTON BIKE PLAN MEETING Jan. 19, 2:30 – 3;30 p.m., public hearing by planning commission on proposed bike plan for the city, Bike Houston is asking supporters to attend and speak in favor of the plan, City Hall, 900 Bagby, https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!event/2017/1/19/planning-commission-hearing-on-bike-plan learn, care, cycle, meeting, Houston
Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center OWL PROWL Jan. 21 & Feb. 4, 7 – 9 p.m., meet live education owls, hike thru woods to search for owls, ages 3+, 3997 River Dr.,
http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/all-age-groups/owl-prowls-sims.html enjoy, learn, bird, kids, walk, Houston
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY UNDER TRUMP Jan. 23, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., live-streamed webinar featuring several distinguished speakers on the topic, organized by Columbia University, http://energypolicy.columbia.edu/events-calendar/energy-and-environment-policy-under-trump?utm_source=Center+on+Global+Energy+Policy+Mailing+List&utm_campaign=fd70ebfa6b-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_01_04&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_0773077aac-fd70ebfa6b-102107785 learn, lecture, media, energy, Houston
Discovery Green JAZZ ON ICE Jan. 18 & Jan. 25, 7 – 9 p.m., skate to live jazz, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston
Houston Zoo EDUCATOR WORKSHOP: TECHIE TEACHERS Jan. 26, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., explore programs that allow students to travel around the globe virtually, learning geography, ecology & more, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org learn, class, kids, Houston
TREE PLANTING Jan. 21, 9 a.m., volunteers plant trees at Don Greene Park, 6009 Cypress St., https://www.facebook.com/friendsofdongreene care, tree, park, Houston
Discovery Green SKATE WITH STORYBOOK STARS Jan. 21 & Jan. 28, 5 – 6 p.m., kids skate with story characters in costume, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, kids, park, Houston
REI YOGA FOR OUTDOOR FITNESS Jan. 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn yoga basics to develop balance, endurance & strength,17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science GEMS of the SEA – DEEP WATER SHELLS ongoing thru May 19, exhibit of shells, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, animals, Houston
Houston Galveston Area Council FREIGHT SHUTTLE SYSTEM: MOVEMENT DEFINED Jan. 23, 12 – 1 p.m., brown bag lunch-time lecture about the freight shuttle system, a new more energy efficient way to moves goods less than 500 miles, this system has been implemented in TX and is under evaluation by the Port Authority of Houston, 3555 Timmons Ln., http://www.h-gac.com/home/residents.aspx learn, lecture, energy, Houston
Discovery Green RAINBOW ON ICE Jan. 20, 7 - 9 p.m., LGBTQ mix and mingle while skating at the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston
HISTORIC HOUSTON SALVAGE WAREHOUSE Jan. 21, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., purchase materials reclaimed from historic homes, 4300 Harrisburg Blvd, (713) 522-0542, http://www.historichouston.org/ care, recycle, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science EDUCATOR LATE NIGHT: ZOOM! *GT WORKSHOP* Jan. 27, 5 - 11 p.m., teachers explore the museum while engaging in a variety of activities, receive hands-on techniques for immediate implementation, dynamic presenters & engaging sessions, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class, kids, Houston
Discovery Green ICE SKATING daily thru Feb. 5, 4 – 10 p.m. Mon. – Thurs., 11 am. – 11 p.m. Fri./Sat., 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., Sun., ice skating in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston
Nature Discovery Center MEET THE ANIMALS – REPTILE RENDEZ-VOUS Jan. 22, 2 p.m., family-friendly event, animal encounter, discussion of biology & behavior, and Q&A with naturalist, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ learn, enjoy, class, animals, kids, Houston
Discovery Green SKATING STARZ Jan. 22, 6:30 - 6:45 p.m., skating performance in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston
HOUSTON ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION Jan. 21, 8:30 a.m. – noon, volunteers help plant 1000 trees, begins with ceremony in Herman Brown Park, 200 Mercury Dr., register wtih [email protected] care, tree, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science AMBER SECRETS ongoing, exhibit of amber gems, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, Houston
REI HANDS-ON BIKE MAINTENANCE Jan. 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn to inspect, maintain & adjust front/rear derailleurs, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science CABINET of CURIOSITIES ongoing, exhibit of thousands of natural and man-made objects, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, Houston
CLEAN RIVERS PROGRAM WEBINAR Jan. 19, 10 a.m., the clean rivers program of the Houston Galveston Area Council is hosting a webinar to discuss work proposed as part of the program, regoster at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1391677535209868803 learn, meeting, water, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science TOURMALINE TREASURES ongoing, exhibit of the world’s finest naturally crystallized tourmalines, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, enjoy, Houston
BASIC FRUIT TREE CARE & PLANTING Jan. 28, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., learn to select, plant, care for and maintain fruit trees, covers all fruit trees appropriate for Houston region, Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, care, class, tree, garden, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science NATIONAL PARKS ADVENTURE, DINOSAURS ALIVE, WILD AFRICA & EXTREME WEATHER ongoing, films showing at theater, National Parks Adventure closes May 4, Dinosaurs Alive closes May 16, Wild Africa closes Apr. 21, Extreme Weather closes May 17, see www.hmns.org for current show times enjoy, learn, media, Houston
FLOODING & STORM SURGE SYMPOSIUM Jan. 18, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., panel discussion on human impacts & economic costs of flooding in the city of Houston, George R. Brown Convention Centner, 1001 Avenida de las Americas, register at https://aiahouston.org/v/event-detail/Flooding-and-Storm-Surge-Symposium/10h/ learn, meeting, water, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION Jan. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., variety of activities: guided tree hikes, woodturning demonstrations, nature crafts, seed & sapling give-away, nature playground & food, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, care, kids, walk, tree, Houston
SUSTAINABLE LIVING THRU PERMACULTURE I Jan. 22, 1 - 5 p.m., learn design principles of permaculture at a garden that has implemented these principles, near 610S & Stella Link, http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, class, garden, Houston
Discovery Green ENCHANTED PROMENADE EXHIBITS ongoing thru Feb. 19, dusk to 11 p.m., work of art made of lights, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston
INTRO. TO ORGANICS Jan. 17, 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., course geared toward landscape and garden center professionals, variety of speakers, Centennial Gardens, 1700 Hermann Dr., http://www.ohbaonline.org/events/ learn, class, garden, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR EXHIBIT opens Jan. 27, exhibit showcases award-winning photography of nature, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, photo, animals, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS Jan. History of the Horse & Man, grades 1 – 8; Water Works, grades 1 – 8, explore surface tension and capillary action; & Seeing Stars, grades 5 – 10, starfish & their cousins, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston
FAMILY NIGHT UNDER THE STARS Jan. 20, 4 – 8 p.m., volunteers teach basic outdoor skills to families, such as how to pitch a tent, put on personal flotation devices, steer kayaks, start a campfire, make s’mores, & play outdoor games, Browning Elementary School, 607 Northwood St., https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ care, enjoy, learn, boat, camp, kids, Houston
WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL Jan. 25 & Jan. 26, 7 p.m., annual festival featuring variety of films on environmental topics, up to 12 short films each evening, River Oaks Theatre, 2009 W. Gray, http://www.cechouston.org/CEC/cec-programs/wild-scenic-film-festival-on-tour/ learn, enjoy, media, Houston
Houston Zoo RECYCLING RALLY Jan. 21, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., bring small electronics & appliances to recycle at entrance on Cambridge St., metals from the appliances with be re-used, reducing the need to mine metals in Africa, the home of many animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org care, animals, HoustonSUSTAINABLE LIVING THRU PERMACULTURE II Jan. 29, 12:30 - 5 p.m., explore principles demonstrated in the previous class (sustainable living thru permaculture I), examine issues for larger rural sites, begin design of farm/home site that integrates food/housing/nature, U.H. Central Campus, http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, class, garden, Houston
BUFFALO BAYOU FLASH PADDLE Jan. 22, 8:30 a.m., join group outing to kayak on Buffalo Bayou, https://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, park, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science EDUCATOR EVENT Jan. 21, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., free conference for Houston-area educators to learn about educational opprtunities proivded by are non-profits such as the museum , registration required, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, conference, kids, Houston
Sheldon Lake State Park BIRD WALK Jan. 21, 8 - 9 a.m., walk thru various habitats to look/listen for birds, some binos available, for all ages & skill levels, meet at Pond Center, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events enjoy, walk, park, bird, kids, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science OUR COSMIC CHEMISTRY & EXPLOSIVE ORIGINS – YES, WE ARE STARS! Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m. lecture by museum VP of astronomy will cover chemistry, physics, astronomy & biology, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, lecture, Houston
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON
HOUSTON PARKS ACTIVITIES ongoing, variety of dates/times, many activities offered by the Houston Parks Dept. for people of all ages in various city parks, from sports to tutoring to hands-on stewardship projects and more, see the link to the listing here: http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/ enjoy, park, Houston
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office PLANT SALE daily, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (thru Oct.), stock up on plants, ask questions about their care/planting, symposium each day at 8 a.m. prior to sale, 3033 Bear Creek Dr., http://harris.agrilife.org/ care, learn, garden, Houston
GROWING ORGANIC VEGETABLES SERIES some Thurs., 6:30 - 9 p.m. (thru May 18), learn everything you need to know about growing organic vegetables, UH – Central Campus, McElhinney Hall, Wheeler Ave/Cullen, http://urbanharvest.org/ Next Opportunities Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 learn, class, garden, Houston
BIKE TOURS daily, Bayou City Bike Tours offers guided rides for groups along Heights Blvd. & Buffalo Bayou, 1824 Spring St., http://www.bayoucitybiketours.com/book-a-tour/ enjoy, cycle, Houston
Sheldon Lake State Park FISHING 101 Sat., 11 – 11:30 a.m., learn basic angling skills, poles available, bring your own bait, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 learn, enjoy, class, fish, park, Houston
Discovery Green RECYCLING SATURDAYS 3rd Sat., 11 a,m. – 2 p.m., recycle paper, plastic and glass at the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity TBD care, recycle, park, Houston
Sheldon Lake State Park SKINS,SKULLS & SCAT Sat., 2 – 2:30 p.m., see skins, skulls & scat from animals that live in the park, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 enjoy, learn, park, animals, Houston
VEGAN FOR LIFE Meeting last Sat., 7 p.m., monthly meeting for vegans to plan activities & activism, Central Market Community Room, 3815 Westheimer, Next Opportunity Jan. 28 learn, meeting, Houston
BIKE RIDES various days/times, join group rides, various locations, organized by Bike Barn stores, http://bikebarn.com/articles/upcoming-rides-pg66.htm enjoy, cycle, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science BOY SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for boy scouts of all ages, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston
Sheldon Lake State Park JUNIOR EXPLORERS some Tues., 10 - 11 a.m., parents explore with kids, stories, activities & exploration of the park, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunity Jan. 24 enjoy, learn, kids, animals, park, Houston
KEEP 5 ALIVE 2nd Sat., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers pick up trash & clean flower beds in Fifth Ward Civic Club, corner of Market & Lockwood, http://www.houstonbeautiful.org/news--events.html Next Opportunity TBD care, pollution, garden, Houston
Hermann Park SPANISH LANGUAGE CONVERSATION GROUP certain Fri., noon - 1 p.m., group meets to converse in Spanish, bring your own lunch, McGovern Centennial Gardens Family Pavilion, 1700 Hermann Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunity Jan. 27 enjoy, park, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science GIRL SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for girl scouts of all ages, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science EARLY OPENING 2nd Sat., 8 a.m., the museum opens one hour early for members on the second Saturday, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, Next Opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, Houston
OLIVEWOOD CEMETARY CLEAN-UP 1st & 3rd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers remove brush & do landscaping at historic cemetery, 1300 Court St., http://www.descendantsofolivewood.org/category/events/ Next Opportunity Jan. 21 care, garden, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science SOLAR SUPERSTORMS, DARK UNIVERSE, BLACK HOLES, STARRY NIGHT EXPRESS, DARK SIDE OF THE MOON & WE ARE STARS ongoing thru Jun. 1, times vary, Burke Baker Planetarium shows, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, Houston
Bike Houston BOARD MEETING 2nd Tues., 7 – 8 p.m., board meeting open to public, Central Market, 3815 Westheimer, https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 14 learn, meeting, cycle, Houston
Hermann Park CHILDREN’S STORY HOUR occasional Fri., 10 - 11 a.m., little ones listen to story in McGovern Centennial Garden, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, boat, park, Houston
Exploration Green NATIVE TREE NURSERY WORK DAY certain Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers re-pot, stake, & prune trees that will be used to transform a former golf course into greenspace, Exploration Green nursery, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, tree, park, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science HMNS AFTER DARK monthly, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., museum open late one day/month, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity Jan. 25 enjoy learn,, Houston
NATURE & ECLECTIC OUTDOORS MONTHLY MEETING date/time varies, informal meeting to discuss upcoming events & volunteer opportunities, https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, meeting, Houston
CANOEING/KAYAKING/SUP/SURFING daily, rentals, guided tours & lessons available, variety of locations, Bayou City Adventures, 1520 Silver St., http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, Houston
Exploration Green TRAIL BLAZING DAY some Sat.s, 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers clear trails in new park, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunity Jan. 21 care, walk, park, Houston
Hermann Park PEDAL BOATS Fri. - Sun., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., rent pedal boats to use on pond in Hermann Park, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunities Jan. 20 – Jan. 22 & Jan. 27 – Jan. 29 enjoy, boat, park, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center SCIENCE SPROUTS some Thurs., 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. (during school year), kids 4 & 5 learn about science/nature, take guided walk, get up close with nature, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next opportunity Feb. 2, Topic: Eggs & Nests learn, kids, class, animals, walk, Houston
HULLABALOO 3rd Thurs., 6 – 8 p.m., cyclist get-together, location varies, partners each month with a like-minded organization, www.bikehouston.org Next Opportunity Jan. 19, Location: TBD enjoy, cycle, Houston
PLANT PROPAGATION PROGRAM 2nd Thurs., 9a.m. - noon, volunteers work in park greenhouse to propagate plants, south side of Memorial Dr. E. Memorial Loop & Crestwood, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity: Feb. 9 care, garden, Houston
SATURDAY MORNING WALKS Sat., usually 8:30 a.m., join group walk 3 – 4 mi. walk in Terry Hershey Park, meet at gazebo near restrooms, http://www.meetup.com/Casual-Walking-and-Hiking-in-West-Houston/ Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 enjoy, walk, park, Houston
Sheldon Lake State Park PRAIRIE RESTORATION Tues., 8 a.m. – noon, ongoing restoration of tall grass prairie, 14140 Garrett Rd, http://prairiepartner.org/ Next Opportunities Jan. 17 & Jan. 24 enjoy, park, garden, Houston
Houston Museum of Natural Science FREE THURSDAYS Thurs., 2 – 5 p.m., free admission to permanent exhibits, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunities Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 learn, Houston
Sheldon Lake State Park URBAN WILDLIFE WALK Fri., 2 – 2:30 p.m., join a ranger for a walk through the park to learn more about plants & animals that live in the park, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jan. 20 & Jan. 27 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, animals, park, Houston
STORMWATER WETLAND PROGRAM VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers propagate plants in nursery at Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, or at Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson, Contact [email protected] for details,
http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunities Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 care, garden, water, outside
WILDLIFE for LUNCH usually 3rd Thurs., 12 - 1 p.m., online course by expert on each monthly topic, offered by Texas Wildlife Association., https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ Next Opportunity Jan. 19, Topic: Quail Life History: Reproduction learn, class, media, animals, Houston
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary FAMILY WORK DAY usually 4th Sat., 9 a.m. – noon (except summer), maintain bird sanctuary, children 5+ welcome, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity Jan. 28 care, kids, Houston
Sheldon Lake State Park WETLAND RESTORATION Weds., 9 a.m. – noon, ongoing restoration of wetlands, 14140 Garrett Rd, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar / Next Opportunities Jan. 18 & Jan. 25 enjoy, park, garden, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr TADPOLE TROOPERS one Sat./month, 9 – 10:15 a.m., 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. & 1 – 2:15 p.m., (during school year), kids ages 3 – 5 (with parent) learn natural science, do craft, walk outside, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 4, Topic: Bird Notes learn, class, kids, animals, Houston
Exploration Green PLANT PROPAGATION Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers propagate plants in wetland nursery at Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunities Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 care, garden, park, Houston
Buffalo Bayou LOOKING BACK BOAT TOUR usually 4th Sat., 10 - 11:30 p.m., guided historical tour along Buffalo Bayou, from 150 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, boat, park, Houston
Buffalo Bayou VOLUNTEER DAY 3rd or 4th Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., volunteers help maintain the park, meet at Water Works, 105 Sabine St., https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/BuffaloBayouPartnership/volunteerwaiver.html Next Opportunity TBD care, park, water, Houston
Buffalo Bayou 2 nd SATURDAY BOAT RIDE 2nd Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.., 30 minute boat rides along Buffalo Bayou, from 150 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, boat, park, Houston
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GREEN THUMB LECTURE (Jan – Oct.): 2nd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Barbara Bush Library, 6817 Cypresswood Dr., 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Spring Branch Memorial Library, 930 Corbindale, 3rd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Freeman Branch Library, 16616 Diana Ln, register 281-855-5600, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/. Next Opportunities TBD, Jan. 17, & TBD, respectively, Topic: Soils & Compost learn, lecture, garden, Houston
MOUNTAIN BIKING at ANT HILLS Tues., 6:15 p.m., join group ride at Hershey Park, 15200 Memorial, http://www.meetup.com/HoustonCyclingClub/ Next Opportunities Jan. 17 & Jan. 24 enjoy, cycle, park, Houston
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB usually 3rd Thurs., 4 – 5:30 p.m. (during school year), school-age kids 6 - 12 learn about nature, make craft, take hike & more, 440
Wilchester Blvd., register with [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity Jan. 19,Topic: All about Vertebrates learn, enjoy, kids, Houston
Buffalo Bayou WALKING TOUR 3rd Sat., (time varies seasonally) guided tour by naturalist, meet at Water Works, 105 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity Jan. 28, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. enjoy, park, water, walk, Houston
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary SATURDAYS in NATURE 2nd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon (during school year), hands-on science program for families, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with [email protected], http://www.houstonaudubon.org/default.aspx/MenuItemID/1063/MenuGroup/Docents.htm Next opportunity Feb. 11, Topic: TBD, Craft: TBD learn, enjoy, kids, Houston
Discovery Green GREEN FLEA BY NIGHT usually 3rd Sat., 6 – 10 p.m., flea market, artful kitsch, vintage items, recycled/repurposed, collectibles & more, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/flea Next Opportunity TBD care, recycle, park, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr NATURALIST EXPLORERS one Sat. each month, 9 – 11 a.m. (during school year), kids ages 5 - 8 learn natural science thru instruction & hands-on activities, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 4, Topic: Secretive Salamaders learn, class, kids, Houston
HISTORIC HOUSTON SALVAGE WAREHOUSE open by appointment, purchase materials reclaimed from historic homes, 4300 Harrisburg Blvd, (713) 522-0542, http://www.historichouston.org/ care, recycle, Houston
BIRD WALK 2nd Sat., 7:30 a.m. (Sep. - May), meet at cabin, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900 or http://www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, bird, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM 3 Mon.s/month, 1 – 3 p.m. (during school year), kids ages 5 - 12 learn natural science thru instruction, hands-on activities, & guided nature walks, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunities Jan. 23 & Jan. 30 Topic: Wildlife at Risk learn, class, kids, Houston
ECO-OLOGY Tues., 3 – 4 p.m., EXPLORATION Mon.s 5 – 6 a.m., VEGAN WORLD Tues., 8 – 9 p.m., KPFT. Next opportunities Jan. 10, Jan. 16, Jan. 17 & Jan. 23 learn, care, media, Houston
RECYCLE ALMOST ANYTHING http://texastakeback.com/, a comprehensive guide to recycling. care, recycle, Houston, outside, media
Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr BIRD COUNT 3rd Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., meet in front of center to document birds in arboretum, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity: Jan. 21 care, bird, Houston
W ildlife Center VOLUNTEER TRAINING usually 3rd Sat., 10 – 11:30 a.m., (except Nov./Dec.) 7007 Katy Rd, 713 861-9453, http://www.wildlifecenteroftexas.org/. Next opportunity Jan. 21 learn, care, animals, Houston, class
SIERRA CLUB M onthly Meeting 2nd Thurs., 7 – 10 p.m., St. Stephen's Pecore Hall, 1805 W. Alabama, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ Next Opportunity Feb. 9, Topic: TBD care, learn, Houston
Houston Galveston Area Council PARKS & NATURAL AREAS Meeting 2nd Mon., 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., discussion of parks/natural areas in 13-county region, 3555 Timmons Ln., [email protected] Next Opportunity Feb. 13 learn, meeting, park, Houston
PROJECT BLAZING STAR 2nd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers plant native grasses, forbes & wildflowers, Bayou Parklands, meet at pavilion near 6520 Almeda, parking lot P, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, garden, Houston
URBAN FOREST MICRO-GRANT 15th of each month, deadline to apply for micro matching (1:1) grant of $500, http://www.texasurbantrees.org/ Next Deadline Jan. 15 care, tree, Houston
BAYOU RIDE 1st Sun., 8 – 11 a.m., Bike Houston offers guided educational ride, start at NikosNikos Market Square, 301 Milam, moderate pace with stops, www.bikehouston.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, cycle, water, Houston
Houston Galveston Area Council LIVABLE HOUSTON INITIATIVE 4th Weds., 12 - 1:30 p.m., discuss vision of desired future for Houston residents & how to achieve, 3555 Timmons Ln., [email protected] Next Opportunity Jan. 25 learn, meeting, park, Houston
LOCAL ECONOMY ACTION GROUP Meeting 2nd Weds., 6:30 p.m., seedbed for approaches to sustainable businesses, Start Houston, 1121 Delano St., Next Opportunity Feb. 8 care, meeting, learn, Houston
BAT CHAT 1st, 3rd, & 4th Fri., 30 min. before sunset, Waugh Street Bridge Allen Pkwy & Waugh, www.waughbatmonitor.org Next Opportunities Jan. 20 & Jan. 27 learn, enjoy, animals, Houston
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary RUMMEL CREEK STREAM TEAM WORK DAY 4th Sat., (in season) remove invasives/litter, plants natives, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD care, water, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURE REVEALED usually one Sat./month, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. & some Tues., 2 – 4 p.m., learn about plants & animals, ages 13+, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity Jan. 22, 2 – 4 p.m., Topic: Houston Toads learn, class, animals, garden, Houston
CITY HALL FARMERS’ MARKET Weds., 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., (except summer/winter) in front of city hall, 901 Bagby, www.urbanharvest.org Next Opportunity Feb. 22 care, farmers, Houston
TRANSITION HOUSTON Monthly Meeting 1st Tues., 7 – 9 p.m., Group supports transition from oil dependency to local resilience, location varies, www.transitionhouston.org Next Opportunity Feb. 7, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, Houston
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TUESDAY TRAIL CREW Tues., 9 a.m. – noon, trail maintenance, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Jan. 17 & Jan. 24 care, walk, Houston
GREEN BOOK CLUB 2nd Thurs., noon, book club focusing on books with environmental topics, Central Library, 500 McKinney St., http://houstonlibrary.org/learn-explore/readers-link/book-clubs Next Opportunity Feb. 9, Book: TBD learn, meeting, Houston
Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION usually 2nd Sat., 10 – 11:30 a.m., learn to care for animals in center, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrc-houston.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, learn, class animals, Houston
NATURE PHOTO ASSOC Meeting usually 3rd Weds., 7 p.m., (Sep. – May) meet at library, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next Opportunity Jan. 18, Topic: Exotics Gone Native! enjoy, photo, bird, Houston
HOUSTON CLIMATE PROTECTION ALLIANCE Meeting usually 1st Sun., 1:15 p.m., speakers on climate science, 1st Unitarian Church, 5200 Fannin, http://www.houstonclimateprotection.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 5 learn, meeting, pollution, Houston
Houston Audubon ARCHBISHOP FIORENZA PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 4th Weds., 8 a.m., join group to survey birds, 13551 Westpark, [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Jan. 25, 7:30 a.m. care, enjoy, walk, park, bird, Houston
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office OPEN GARDEN DAY 4th Tues., (except Dec.), 9 – 11:30 a.m., workshop & childrens’ activity at 10 a.m., self-guided garden tours, 3033 Bear Creek Dr., 3rd Mon, 8:30 – 11 a.m., 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd, fun & education for adults/kids, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/ Next Opportunities Jan. 23 & Feb. 20, respectively learn, enjoy, garden, kids, Houston
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATIVES NURSERY VOLUNTEERS Fri., a.m., separate seedlings, re-pot plants, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Jan. 20 & Jan. 27 care, garden, Houston
CITIZENS’ TRANSPORTATION COALITION Meeting 3rd Thurs., 5:30 p.m., group focusing on public transportation, Rudyard’s Pub, 2010 Waugh, http://www.ctchouston.org/wordpress/ Next Opportunity Jan. 19 learn, meeting, pollution, Houston
HOUSTON CRITICAL MASS Cycling Event last Fri., 7 p.m., meet other cyclists at Market Square Park in downtown to ride around Houston, to make Houston more bike-friendly. http://houstoncriticalmass.com/ Next opportunity Jan. 27 care, enjoy, cycle, Houston
BAYOU BIKERS 1st Sun., 8 a.m., meet at Market Square, bike 25 – 40 miles. http://www.marketsquarepark.com/calendar/ Next opportunity Feb. 5 enjoy, cycle, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center PHENOLOGY WALK 2nd & 4th Sat., 9 a.m., guided walk along phenology trails, 4501 Woodway Dr., Next Opportunity Jan. 28 learn, walk, Houston
Rice University FARMERS MARKET Tues., 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 5491 Greenbriar. Next Opportunities Jan. 17 & Jan. 24 care, farmers, Houston,
SENIOR BIRDING BUS TRIPS usually monthly, day varies, 8 or 9 a.m., bus transport from Memorial City Mall, snack & guide, reservations required, [email protected], http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next opportunity Jan. 17, Location: Brazos Bend State Park enjoy, learn, walk, bird, Houston
NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 3rd Thurs., 7 – 9:30 p.m., Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://npsot.org/wp/houston/ Next opportunity Jan. 19, Topic: Texas Mushrooms learn, meeting, lecture, garden, Houston
HOUSTON RE-MARKET 4th Sat., 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., 4302 Harrisburg Blvd, Sustainable crafts, garage sales, swap meet, and recycling drop-off, Next opportunity Jan. 28 care, recycle, Houston
Nature Discovery Center CURIOUS KIDS Tues., 10 – 11:15 a.m. or 4 – 5:15 p.m. (during school year), pre-K science program, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunities Jan. 17 & Jan. 24 learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston
GREATER EAST END FARMERS’ MARKET Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 2700 block of Navigation, across from Ninfa’s. Next opportunities Jan. 22 & 29 care, farmers, Houston
Nature Discovery Center JUNIOR SCIENTISTS Thurs., 4 – 5:30 p.m. (during school year), science program for kids 6 – 10, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunities TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston
Nature Discovery Center WALK ON THE WILD SIDE one Sat./month., 10 a.m., fun family-friendly walks to learn about wild nature, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity Jan. 28 learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston
City of Houston MATTRESS RECYCLING 2240 Central Street or 5565 Kirkpatrick. Weds. - Sun. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Daylight Savings Time) & 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Non-Daylight Savings Time) care, recycle, Houston
Nature Discovery Center TREE I.D.WALK 1ST Sat., 10 – 11 a.m. guided tree walks in park tolearn to identify trees, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 4 learn, enjoy, walk, tree. park, Houston
Nature Discovery Center WINTER BIRD WALK1st Weds., noon - 1:15 p.m.(thru Feb.), enjoy guided bird walk, learn about birds, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 1 enjoy, learn, walk, bird, Houston
TEXAS PARKS & WILDLIFE on PBS Mon. – Fri., 6 p.m. & Sat. 3 p.m., HTTP://WWW.HOUSTONPUBLICMEDIA.ORG/TV8/ Next opportunities Jan. 16 – Jan. 20 & Jan. 21, Jan. 23 – Jan. 27 & Jan. 28, Jan. 30 learn, Houston, outside, park, animals, media
Houston Audubon BIRDING FIELD TRIP usually 3rd or 4th Sat. (except summer), birding trips in/outside Houston for ages 12+, see calendar at www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity Jan. 21, Location: Katy Prairie enjoy, bird, Houston
VOLUNTEER TUESDAYS Tues., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteer in demonstration habitat, Environmental Institute of Houston, UH-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., http://prtl.uhcl.edu/portal/page/portal/EIH Next Opportunities Jan. 17 & Jan. 24 care, garden, Houston
WHITE OAK BAYOU BOARD MEETING 2nd Tues. (except November), 7 – 8 p.m., monthly board meeting of the White Oak Bayou Association, location varies, to attend, call them at 765-426-1743,
http://whiteoakbayou.org Next Opportunity Feb. 14 learn, meeting, water, HoustonHouston Zoo MEMBER MORNINGS 1st Sat., 8 a.m., members get in one hour early, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next opportunity Feb. 4, Topic: Reptile & Amphibian House enjoy, animals, Houston
WESTBURY COMMUNITY GARDEN BOARD MEETING 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., monthly board meeting open to all garden members, Platou Community Center, 11655 Chimney Rock,
http://westburycommunitygarden.org/ Next Opportunity Jan. 17 learn, care, garden, meeting, Houston
YOUR LIVABLE GARDEN R adio S how Sat., 6 – 8 a.m. KSEV 700 AM & Sun., 9 – 11 a.m. KPRC 950 AM. Next opportunities Jan. 21/Jan. 22 & Jan. 28/Jan. 29 learn, Houston, garden, media
Nature Discovery Center MONDAY MORNING GARDENING 1st Mon., 9:30 a.m. – noon (except summer), learn about native plant gardening & assist center, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 6 learn, care, garden, Houston
Hogg Bird Sanctuary BIRD SURVEY usually 1st Mon., 8:30 - 11 a.m., 1 Westcott St., Contact Aaron at [email protected] or 713-781-1372, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next opportunity Feb. 6 care, Houston, bird
Houston Zoo FREE AFTERNOON 1st Tues., noon - closing, (Sep. – May) visit zoo for free, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next opportunity Feb. 7 enjoy, animals, Houston
WOODLAND PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 2nd Sat., 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., join group for birding, 212 Parkview, [email protected] or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, walk, bird, Houston
BUTTERFLY ENTHUSIASTS OF SOUTHEAST TX MEETING 1st Tues. (every other month), 7 p.m., social & lecture at each meeting, Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.naba.org/chapters/nababest/ Next Opportunity Feb. 7, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, animals, Houston
Willow Waterhole Reserve BIRD COUNT 3rd Sat., 8 – 11 a.m., http://wwgc.org/ or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Jan. 21 care, bird, Houston
MASTER NATURALIST Monthly Meeting 1st Thurs., 6:30 – 9 p.m., guest speaker at each meeting, Judson Robinson Jr. Recreation Center, 2020 Hermann Dr., Next opportunity Feb. 2, Topic: TBD learn, lecture, meeting, Houston
Hermann Park BIRD SURVEY 2nd Mon., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Call Jim or Harlan at 713-932-1639, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Feb. 13 care, bird, Houston
Houston Galveston Area Council PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE S ubcommittee Meeting 3rd Thurs, bimonthly, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., 3555 Timmons Lane, Call 713-993-2497, Next opportunity Feb. 16 learn, cycle, meeting, Houston
EASTSIDE FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 300 Richmond Ave. Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 care, farmers, Houston
FOOD POLICY WORKGROUP Monthly Meeting 2nd Weds., 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Bring your own lunch, Upper Kirby Building,3015 Richmond Ave, RSVP [email protected], Next opportunity Feb. 8 learn, meeting, Houston
HOUSTON URBAN GARDENERS Meeting 2nd Mon., 6:30 pm, 1475 W. Gray, 832-345-7333, http://www.houstonurbangardeners.org/where-we-meet/ Next opportunity Feb. 13 care, learn, meeting, garden, Houston
BRAYS BAYOU ASSOCIATION MEETING 3rd Mon., 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of the association, speaker at each meeting, The Gathering Place, 5310 S. Willow Dr., Contact [email protected] Next Opportunity Feb. 20 learn, meeting, water, Houston
Nature Discovery Center BELLAIRE GARDEN CLUB M eeting 1st Thurs., 7 p.m., 7112 Newcastle St, Bellaire, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/, Next opportunity Feb. 2 learn, enjoy, kids, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURALLY WILD FAMILIES one Sat./month, times varies, outdoor experiences for families with naturalist guide/instructor, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity Feb. 4, Topic: Backyard Birdhouse learn, enjoy, kids, Houston
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TITMOUSE CLUB Tues. & Wed, 10 a.m., (Sep. – May), ages 2.5 - 5, stories, hands-on activities, nature walks & crafts, [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunities Jan. 17/Jan. 18, Topic: Skins & Bones Vertebrates; Jan. 24/Jan. 25, Topic: Dabbling Ducks enjoy, learn, kids, animals, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BOY SCOUTING CLASSES occasionally, times varies, boy scouts learn about nature, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org. Next Opportunity May 20, Bears: 1 – 3 p.m., Fur, Feathers, & Ferns enjoy, learn, kids, Houston
HEART & SOUL ACTION GROUP MEETING 2nd & 4th Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., group supporting simpler living, http://www.transitionhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Jan. 26 care, learn, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center GIRL SCOUTING CLASSES monthly, times varies, girl scouts learn about nature, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org. Next Opportunities Feb. 18, Juniors: 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., Geocacher; Brownies: 9 – 11:30 a.m., WOW Journey (LOVE Water Award) & 1 – 3 p.m., Hiker enjoy, learn, kids, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center TYKE HIKE some Mon.s, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m., (except June/July), kids 18 mo. – 3 with parent, story, craft & stroller-friendly hike, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org. Next Opportunities Jan. 23 & Jan. 30 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, Houston
OUTDOOR NATURE CLUB, ORNITHOLOGY Meeting 1st Mon., 6:30 – 8 p.m., 713-664-5206, Bayland Community Ctr, 6400 Bissonet, Speaker each month, Next opportunity Feb. 6 learn, Houston, meeting, lecture, bird
WESTCHASE FARMERS MARKET Thurs., 3 – 6 p.m., Parking lot of St. Cyril's of Alexandria Church,10503 Westheimer Rd. Next Opportunities Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 care, farmers, Houston
NATIVE PRAIRIES ASSOCIATION of TEXAS Meeting usually 4th Weds. (except Nov./Dec.), 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., McGovern Centennial Gardens, 1500 Hermann Dr., Speaker each month, [email protected], https://hnpat.wordpress.com/ Next opportunity Jan. 25, Topic: Seed Cleaning party learn, meeting, lecture, Houston
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BIRD WALK 2nd Sat., 8 - 10 a.m., (except summer), enjoy relaxed guided walk to look for/observe birds, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org. Next Opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, walk, bird, Houston
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS EXCHANGE M eeting usually 1st Weds., (Feb., May, Aug., Nov.), time varies, potluck meeting to share ideas/resources, location varies, [email protected] http://hunstem.uhd.edu/EEE/ Next opportunity TBD Details: TBD learn, meeting, kids, Houston
ENJOY, LEARN ABOUT, AND CARE FOR GOD’S GOOD CREATION
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE HOUSTON
CONNECTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE & NATURE: THE HUMAN MICROBIOME Jan. 29, 6 p.m., free webinar by Baylor College of Medicine professor, contact [email protected] for an invitation to the web meeting learn, lecture, media, outside
COCOA & CONSTELLATIONS Jan. 28, 4 – 9 p.m., sip cocoa and marvel at night sky, indoor presentations on night sky, telescopes provided, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org/events/?view=calendar&month=January-2017 enjoy, learn, lecture, outside
Galveston Island State Park STARGAZING 101 Jan. 27, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., guided hike to learn about the importance of the dark & our connection to the stars, equipment & take-home materials provided, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, enjoy, walk, park, outside
HIKE LONE STAR TRAIL Jan. 21, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., join group 11 mile hike in along THE Lone Star Trail, meet at trailhead #8, Huntsville, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails-More/events/ enjoy, walk, water, outside
WINTER BAT SURVEY Ongoing, researchers requesting TX landowners to submit surveys of bats on their property, form to fill out and submit can be found here: http://bit.ly/2i6bq31 care, animals, outside
SAN ANTONIO DAY TRIP Jan. 28, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., join group trip to San Antonio to see sites, including gardens/parks, carpool from Grand Avenue Park & Ride in Katy, https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ enjoy, walk, park, garden, outside
Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center NATURE DRAWING & SKETCHING Jan. 21, 10 a.m., join artist for a tour thru the wonderful world of drawing, kids welcome if old enough to participate, must be accompanied by an adult, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/events/1894118987487203/ learn, class, kids, park,outside
Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center STORY TIME IN THE FOREST Jan. 23, 10 a.m., kids enjoy reading of In a Nutshell, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/events/1894118987487203/ enjoy, kids, park,outside
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY UNDER TRUMP Jan. 23, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., live-streamed webinar featuring several distinguished speakers on the topic, organized by Columbia University, http://energypolicy.columbia.edu/events-calendar/energy-and-environment-policy-under-trump?utm_source=Center+on+Global+Energy+Policy+Mailing+List&utm_campaign=fd70ebfa6b-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_01_04&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_0773077aac-fd70ebfa6b-102107785 learn, lecture, media, energy, outside
Houston Zoo FAMILY NATURE CLUB Jan. 28, 2 - 3 p.m., get outside and explore nature as a family, led by Houston Zoo staff, Jesse Jones Park, Humble, www.houstonzoo.org enjoy, kids, park, walk, outsideRIVER RESCUE CLASS Jan. 29, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, learn basics of rescuing self or others on the water, including rope throwing, swimming in rapids, & more, SouthWest Paddle Sports, Navasota, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ learn, enjoy, class, boat, outside
Jesse Jones Park WHITE BASS FISHING Jan. 28, 8 a.m. - noon, family fishing in Spring Creek, bring your own tackle & bait, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar enjoy, fish, kids, park, outside
Brazos Bend State Park GOTTA HAVE GATORS Jan. 21, 3 – 3:30 p.m., learn how alligators play more than one key role in the health and survival of wetlands, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend/park_events learn, animals, park, outside
Brazos Bend State Park WILDLIFE VIEWING Jan. 22, 1:30 – 2 p.m., view wildlife thru high-powered scope or bring your own binos, meet at Elm Lake Viewing Platform, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend/park_events enjoy, animals, park, outside
SPRING CREEK GREENWAY TREE PLANTING Jan. 26 – Jan. 29, 9 a.m. – noon, plant native trees along creek to benefit wildlife and park, Jesse Jones Park, Humble, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ & http://www.bayoulandconservancy.org/news--events- care, tree, garden, park, outside
Katy Prairie Conservancy COMING HOME TO ROOST Jan. 18 & Jan. 25, 4 – 7 p.m., observe sandhill cranes roosting on prairie, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org/field-days. enjoy, bird, outside
Brazos Bend State Park ALLIGATOR PROGRAM Jan. 22, 3 – 4 p.m., learn about North America’s largest reptile and Big Bend’s most popular resident, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend/park_events learn, class, animals, park, outside
HIKE GALVESTON ISLAND Jan. 28, 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., join group 10mi. hike in Galveston, meet at Island Transit UTMB Park & Ride, Galveston, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails-More/events/ enjoy, walk, park, outside
REI MAKING THE ULTIMATE CUP OF CAMP COFFEE Jan. 24, 7 – 8:30 p.m., coffee gurus teach you how to make the ultimate camp coffee, including gear & methods, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, outside
RUN FOR WELLNESS FREE 5K Jan. 22, 8 – 9:30 a.m., free 5K run from Freedom Park, Katy, https://thehwporg.presencehost.net/news-events/ enjoy, walk, outside
RIVER KAYAK CLASS Jan. 28, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, learn advanced skills to kayak on creeks, streams & rivers, all gear included, SouthWest Paddle Sports, Navasota, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ learn, class, boat, outside
VISIT THE DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM Jan. 25, 9 a.m., senior outing, guided tour of the Houston Aquarium, meet at Spring Baptist Church, Spring, for transportation, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, learn, fish, walk, outside
Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS Jan. 27, Water Works for grades 1 – 8, explore surface tension adn capillary action, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland learn, class, kids, water, outside
VISIT MOODY GARDENS Jan. 31, 8:30 a.m., senior outing, enjoy aquarium, rainforest, theaters, or paddlewheel, meet at Barbara Bush Library, Spring, for transportation to Galveston, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar enjoy, learn, fish, forest, media, outside
ARBOR DAY OBSERVANCE Jan. 28, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., free tree seedlings, fun activities for kids, Hughes Landing, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=5112&day=28&month=1&year=2017&calType=0 care, enjoy, kids, tree, outside
Katy Prairie Conservancy WINTERING BIRDS OF THE KATY PRAIRIE Jan. 22, 1 – 5 p.m., naturalist-guided tour of several areas not normally open to public to observe birds, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org/field-days. enjoy, bird, walk, outside
REI WRENCH NIGHT Jan. 18 & Jan. 25, 7 – 8 p.m., work on your bike alongside expert guide, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, outside
Brazos Bend State Park CREEKFIELD LAKE NATURE WALK Jan. 21 & Jan. 22, 10 – 11:30 a.m., guided ½ mile walk on paved trail, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend/park_events enjoy, walk, park, outside
Jesse Jones Park ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION Jan. 21 & Jan. 22, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., take home a sapling, get tree planting & care tips, exhibits, & Webelos self-guided activity for Into the Woods, plus
guided tree i.d. walks at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar care, learn, kids, tree, walk, park, outside
George Observatory FAMILY SPACE DAY Jan. 28, 3, 4, 5:30, & 6:30 p.m., astronauts of all ages travel to the moon, Needville, www.hmns.org/observatory enjoy, learn, kids, outside
REI HIKING THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL Jan. 26, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn what you need to know to get started hiking the AT, whether for short distance or long backpacking trip, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, outside
TENNIS TOURNAMENT Jan. 21, 12 – 5 p.m., ages 11+, tennis competition for beginner/intermediate players, Bear Branch Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=5247&day=21&month=1&year=2017&calType=0 enjoy, park, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Jan. 21, 8 a.m. - noon, annual meeting for members of the center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org learn, care, meeting, outside
Galveston Island State Park HAPPY TAILS (DOG STROLL) Jan. 21 & Jan. 28, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., dogs & owners hike and socialize in stroll along the beach, meet near restrooms for day-use beach, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events enjoy, walk, animals, park, outside
Houston Museum of Natural Science BOY SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for boy scouts of all ages, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland Next Opportunities TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside
Galveston Island State Park BAY TOWER HIKE Jan. 21 & Jan. 28, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., guided hike to observation tower, up-close view of life in a salt marsh, get hands in the water, learn about estuaries, meet at nature center, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events enjoy, learn, walk, animals, kids, park, outside
REI REFRESH YOUR RUN Jan. 19, 7 – 8:30 p.m., training & technique insights to get back in shape by running or to prepare for an upcoming race, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, outside
Brazos Bend State Park BIRD BLIZZARD & NIGHT HIKE Jan. 21 & Feb. 4, 4:30 p.m., observe migratory birds settle into marsh for the evening, guided night hike afterward, meet at Observation Tower on 40 Acre Lake, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend/park_events enjoy, bird, walk, park, outside
ALL OUT 2017 Jan. 28, 1 – 4 p.m., mini-classes on a variety of outdoor topics, games, mountain bike ride, & more, event designed to get you started on an active outdoor life, Jack Brooks Park, Hitchcock, https://www.rei.com/events/all-out-2017-at-jack-brooks-park/hitchcock/164274 ;learn, enjoy, cycle, park, walk, outside
BRAVOS FOR THE BAY Jan. 17, 5:30 – 8 p.m., volunteer appreciation event, Galveston Bay Foundation, Baytown, http://www.galvbay.org/events/trees-and-tees/ enjoy, outside
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE HOUSTON
Houston Museum of Natural Science GIRL SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for boy scouts of all ages, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland Next Opportunities TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside
Lake Houston Wilderness Park FAMILY ACTIVITY Sun., 2 – 3 p.m., different activity each Sunday, from archery to fly fishing, New Caney, see activities catalog link at: http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/ Next Opportunities Jan. 22 & 29 enjoy, learn, kids, park, outside
Lake Houston Wilderness Park ANIMAL CLASSES Sat., 10 – 11 a.m. & 2 – 3 p.m., learn about animals in the park, New Caney, see activities catalog link at: http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/ Next Opportunities Jan. 21: Birding 101 (a.m.) & Animals Eyes (p.m.); Jan. 28: Snakes (a.m.) & Owl Pellets (p.m.) learn, enjoy, animals, kids, park, outside
Galveston Island State Park BEACHCOMBING 101 Sat., 1 – 2 p.m., learn to find & identify shells then go walk beach to find some, meet at the nature center, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 enjoy, learn, animals, park, outside
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory NURSERY WORK DAY 3rd Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers work in wetland nursery in Lake Jackson, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Jan. 19 care, enjoy, garden, outside
SEABORNE CREEK BIRD WALK 1st Weds., 8 - 10 a.m. (Nov. – May), join group for birding walk in park, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Feb. 1 enjoy, walk, bird, park, outside
Galveston Island State Park SUNSET PHOTO HIKE some Weds., 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., ranger explores tips for better photos to capture those special moments, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Jan. 25 & Feb. 22 learn, enjoy, photo, park, outside
Galveston Island State Park SHELLING 101 some Weds., 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., meet at nature center to explore beach for shells left behind by mollusks, bivalves, & crustaceans, pets on leash may participate, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Jan. 25 & Feb. 22 enjoy, beach, fish, park, outside
CEDAR BAYOU FRIENDS MEETING 1st Tues., 7 p.m. (every other month), group dedicated to preserving & protecting Cedar Bayou, Roseland Park Pavillion, Baytown, http://www.cedarbayoufriends.org/cedar-bayou-voyager-canoekayak-event.html Next Opportunity Feb. 7 learn, care, meeting, water, outside
Lake Houston Wilderness Park NATURE HIKE Sun., 8 a.m., guided stroll with naturalist, meet at Nature Center, New Caney, see activities catalog link at: http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/ Next Opportunities Jan. 22 & 29 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, park, outside
George Observatory SCOUTING at the OBSERVATORY dates vary, courses for girl scouts of all ages, Needville, www.hmns.org Next Opportunities TBD enjoy, learn, kids, outside
Seaborne Creek Nature Park PLANT WALK 2nd Sat., 8:30 – 11 a.m., educational plant walk with handouts, includes learning session, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Feb. 11 learn, garden, walk, outside
PLANT STUDY GROUP 2nd Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., join group for plant walk in park, Seaborne Creek Park, followed by classroom session, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Feb. 11 learn, enjoy, class, walk, bird, park, outside
Exploration Green WORK DAY 2nd Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers repot, prune & stake trees, 1801 Neptune Ln., Alvin, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, walk, park, outside
COASTAL PRAIRIE MASTER NATURALIST Meeting 1st Thurs, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., social/snacks followed by expert presentation & then chapter business, Bud O’Shieles’s Community Center, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/events/ Next Opportunity Feb. 2, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, garden, outside
SURF, PADDLE, KAYAK SURFSIDE BEACH daily, rent surf or paddle boards & kayaks at Surfside Beach, http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, beach, outside
SEABORNE CREEK NATURE PARK WALK 4th Sat., 10 a.m. - noon, guided interpretive walks in park, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Jan. 28 enjoy, walk, park, outside
Jesse Jones Park INVASIVES BEWARE 3rd Sun., 9 - 11 a.m., document & remove invasive plants & animals, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 19 care, garden, animals, park, outside
SEABORNE PRAIRIE GARDEN WORK DAY usually 2nd Weds. & 4th Sat., 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., volunteers work in coastal prairie garden, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Feb. 8 care, enjoy, garden, beach, outside
SEABORNE DEMO GARDEN WORK DAY usually 3rd Weds., 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., volunteers work in educational demo garden, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Jan. 18 care, enjoy, garden, beach, outside
BUCKET BRIGADE INTERPRETIVE BEACH TOURS daily, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (curing summer), free interpretive beach tours, for all ages, on the half hour, Stewart Beach, plus several other locations (Thurs. – Sun. only), Galveston, http://www.artistboat.org/take-a-tour.html learn, enjoy, beach, outside
SUP RENTALS daily (May – Oct.), rentals & guided stand-up paddle tours in various locations, http://www.surfsuptx.com/event-calendar/ enjoy, boat, outside
STORMWATER WETLAND PROGRAM VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers propagate plants in nursery at Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, or at Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson, Contact [email protected] for details, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunities Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 care, garden, water, Houston
LADIES SUP CLUB Fri., 6 p.m., join other ladies for stand-up paddling at Northshore Park, The Woodlands, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ Next Opportunities Jan. 20 & Jan. 27 enjoy, boat, park, outside
KAYAKING & STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING normally Thurs. – Mon., 9 a.m. - sunset, kayaks and paddleboards for rent at Riva Row Boat House on Lake Woodlands, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/rivarowboathouse Next Opportunities Jan. 19 – Jan. 23 & Jan. 26 – Jan. 30 enjoy, boat, outside
WILDLIFE for LUNCH usually 3rd Thurs., 12 - 1 p.m., online course by expert on each monthly topic, offered by Texas Wildlife Association., https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ Next Opportunity Jan. 19, Topic: Quail Life History: Reproduction learn, class, media, animals, outside
SATURDAYS at the GEORGE Sat., 3 – 10 p.m., stargazing at the George Observatory, Needville, www.hmns.org/observatory Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 enjoy, outside
DEER PARK PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAY 2nd Weds. & 4th Sat., 9 a.m. - noon, join Houston chapter of Native Prairies Assoc. of TX in work at preserve, 1222 E. Purdue Ln, Deer Park, [email protected] https://hnpat.wordpress.com/hnpat-activities/field-trips/ Next Opportunity Feb. 8 care, enjoy, garden, outside
Jesse Jones Park TAI CHI in the PARK Weds., 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. beginner class taught by third degree black belt, low impact stretching, range of motion exercises, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/, Next opportunities Jan. 18 & Jan. 25 enjoy, park, outside
DEER PARK BIRD SURVEY 4th Sat., 7:30 – 9 a.m., Deer Park Prairie, 1222 E. Purdue Ln, Deer Park, 936-827-7973. Next Opportunity Jan. 28 care, bird, park, outside
Dennis Johnston Park TRAIL WALKING Fri., 8:10 – 9:10 a.m., 2-mile guided trail walk along Spring Creek, Spring, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar/ModuleID/751/ItemID/23276/mctl/EventDetails Next Opportunities Jan. 20 & Jan. 27 enjoy, walk, water, park, outside
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GREEN THUMB LECTURE 3rd Sat., 10 a.m. – noon, (Jan. – Oct.) Maude Marks Library, 1815 Westgreen Blvd, Katy, register 281-855-5600, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/. Next Opportunity TBD Topic: TBD learn, lecture, garden, Houston
NECHES RIVER ADVENTURE Sat., 10 a.m. – noon, (except Dec/Jan) Riverfront Park, Beaumont, boat trip in Big Thicket National Preserve, 409-651-5326 for tickets. Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 enjoy, boat, outside
KINGWOOD FARMERS MARKET Thurs., 3 – 7 p.m., Town Center Park, 8 North Main St., Kingwood. Next Opportunities Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 care, farmers, outside
Jesse Jones Park SECOND SUNDAY PICKERS 2nd Sun., 2 – 4 p.m., concert in the park, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/, Next opportunity Feb. 12 enjoy, park, outside
Jesse Jones Park VOLUNTEER Meeting usually 4th Mon., 7 p.m., programs on nature, open to all, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/ learn, meeting, park, outside Next Opportunity Jan. 23
KATY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, Church of the Holy Apostles, Katy. Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 care, farmers, outside
Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge ATTWATER PRAIRIE CHICKEN VAN TOURS 1st Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., Eagle Lake, Call (979) 234-3021, ext. 221 or 223 Next opportunity Feb. 4 enjoy, bird, outside
CROSBY FARMERS’ MARKET Tues., 3 - 7 p.m., 311 Wahl St., Crosby Next Opportunities Jan. 17 & Jan. 24 care, farmers, outside
PINEY WOODS WILDLIFE SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Dennis Johnston County Park, 709 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring, Educational talks & birding information. Call 281-444-6204 for information, Next opportunity Jan. 17 learn, meeting, lecture, bird, outside
ELECTRONICS RECYCLING 1st Sat., 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Kingwood Metro Park & Ride, Next opportunity Feb. 4 care, recycle, outside
Kleb Woods Nature Center BIRD WALK Weds., 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, 281-357-5324. Next opportunities Jan. 18 & Jan. 25 enjoy, outside, bird, walk
NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 2nd Mon., 6:30 p.m., University of Houston – Clear Lake, Clear Lake http://npsot.org/wp/houston/ Next opportunity Feb. 13, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, lecture, garden, outside
MARYSEE PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAYS 1st Sat., 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 220 County Rd. 2077, Hull, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events, Next opportunity Feb. 4 care, outside
KAYAK ADVENTURES usually Sat./Sun. & occasional Fri./holiday, times vary guided/interpretive kayak trips on Galveston Bay, kids 7+ may accompany parents, includes equipment, Galveston, https://kayak.destinationnext.com/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, boat, kids, outside
Baytown Nature Center BIRD SURVEY 3rd Thurs., 8 a.m. – 9 a.m., (except summer), 6213 Bayway Dr, call (281) 424-9198, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Jan. 19 care, bird, outside
Baytown Nature Center NURTURE NATURE SERIES 1st Sat., 10 - 11 a.m., 6213 Bayway Dr, 281-424-9198, http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/baytown-nature-center/calendar, Next opportunity TBD learn, kids, outside
Baytown Nature Center FULL MOON HIKE one Sat./month., start time varies, enjoy 90 minutes guided hike by moonlight, for adults/older children, 6213 Bayway Dr, call (281) 424-9198, http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/baytown-nature-center/calendar, Next opportunity Feb. 11, 5:30 p.m. enjoy, walk, kids, outside
GROGAN’S MILL FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 2230 Buckthorn Pl, Spring. Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 care, farmers, outside
Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center GATOR TALES Weds., 10 - 11 a.m. (summer/winter), fun/educational series for pre-school children & parents, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/eddie-v-gray-wetlands-education-center/calendar, Next opportunities Jan. 18 & Jan. 25 learn, enjoy, kids, outside
SUGAR LAND FARMERS MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Imperial Sugar Land, 198 Sugarland St, Sugar Land. Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 care, farmers, outside
CANOEING/KAYAKING/SUP/SURFING daily, rentals, guided tours & lessons available, variety of locations, Bayou City Adventures, 1520 Silver St., http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, outside
Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center EPIC SERVICE CLUB Weds., 4 p.m. (during the school year), free service learning club for high school students interested in learning about & solving coastal environmental problems, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/eddie-v-gray-wetlands-education-center/calendar, Next opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, kids, outside
Jesse Jones Park BICYCLING Daily, trails open for cycling, children must be accompanied, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/ enjoy, cycle, garden, kids, outside
CYPRESS CREEK DAYLILY SOCIETY Meeting 4th Sun., 2 - 4 p.m., (except summer), learn about gardening with daylilies, Mercer Botanic Garden, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, 281-443-8731 Next Opportunity Jan. 22 care, garden, outside
BRIDGELAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd Sun., 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., parking lot adjacent to the Activity Center in Bridgeland, 16902 North Bridgeland Lake Pkwy, Cypress. Next Opportunity Feb. 12 care, farmers, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Ctr BIRD COUNT usually 2nd Sat., 7 – 10 a.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, bird, outside
HEARTWOOD MASTER NATURALIST Chapter Meeting 1st Weds., 6 – 8 p.m., for members & prospective members, guest speaker at each meeting, W.G. Jones State Forest Education Bldg., 1328 FM 1488, Conroe, http://woodtmn.org, Next opportunity Feb. 1 learn, meeting, lecture, outside
Katy Prairie Conservancy WORK DAYS Tues, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Fri & Sat, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, remove invasives, mulch trails, restore habitat, remove brush, http://www.katyprairie.org/field-days. Next Opportunities Jan. 17, Jan. 20/Jan. 21 & Jan. 24, Jan. 27/Jan. 28 care, garden, outside
CLEAR LAKE SHORES FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1020 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores. Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 care, farmers, outside
BIKE RIDES various days/times, join group rides, various locations, organized by Bike Barn locations, http://bikebarn.com/articles/upcoming-rides-pg66.htm enjoy, cycle, outside
Sea Center Texas FISH HATCHERY TOURS Tues. - Fri., 9, 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. & 2:30 p.m., reservations needed, 300 Medical Dr., Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/, Next opportunities Jan. 17 - Jan. 20/Jan. 21 & Jan. 24 - Jan. 27/Jan. 28 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside
Sea Center Texas WETLAND EXHIBIT GUIDED TOURS by reservation, see wetlands animals & learn how to attract wildlife, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/, Next opportunity contact them. care, enjoy, kids, animals, outside
CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY Meeting 4th Fri., 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., discuss growing chrysanthemums, Mercer Botanic Garden, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, 281-443-8731 Next Opportunity Jan. 27 care, garden, outside
Sea Center Texas STORY TIME Sat. & 3rd Fri., check calendar, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/, Next opportunities Jan. 20, Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside
PEARLAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd & 4th Sat.s, 8 a.m. – noon, Zychlinski Park, 2243 N Grand Blvd, Pearland. Next Opportunity Jan. 28 care, farmers, outside
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory BIRD BANDING 3rd Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 103 Hwy 332, Lake Jackson, www.gcbo.org, Next opportunity Jan. 21 care, bird, outside
Mercer Arboretum STORY TIME IN THE GARDEN 3rd Mon., 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/. Next opportunity Feb. 20 enjoy, kids, garden, outside
SIERRA CLUB M onthly Meeting 3rd Weds., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Bay Area Community Ctr, 5002 E. NASA Pkwy, Seabrook, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ Next Opportunity Jan. 18, Topic: TBD care, learn, Houston
TOMBALL FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 205 W. Main, Tomball Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 care, farmers, outside
Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden VOLUNTEER GARDENING Tues./Thurs., 9 a.m. - noon, prune, weed, groom plants in Perennial Garden, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/. Next opportunities Jan. 17/Jan. 19 & Jan. 24/Jan. 26 care, enjoy, garden, outside
Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden LUNCH BUNCH 2nd Weds., noon – 2 p.m., learn about a gardening topic, bring your own lunch, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/. Next opportunity Feb. 8, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, garden, outside
Sea Center Texas YOUTH CATCH & RELEASE FISHING 1st & 3rd Weds., ages 7 – 16, by reservation only for groups of 10 - 20, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/, Next opportunities Jan. 18 & Feb. 1 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside
HIGH ISLAND WORK DAY 2nd Sat., 8:30 a.m. – noon, maintain bird sanctuary, lunch provided, 2088 5th St, High Island, Contact [email protected], Next opportunity Feb. 11 care, bird, outside
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory YOUNG ORNITHOLOGISTS 3rd Sat., 9 a.m., birding & exploring for kids up to 17, 103 Hwy 332, Lake Jackson, www.gcbo.org, Next opportunity Jan. 21 care, bird, kids, outside
NASSAU BAY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 18045 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay. Next Opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28 care, farmers, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center GUIDED HIKE Sat., 10 – 11 a.m. & 2 – 3 p.m. & Sun. 2 - 3 p.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Jan. 21/Jan. 22 & Jan. 28/Jan. 29 enjoy, walk, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center NATURAL HISTORY DEMONSTRATION 1 – 4 p.m., Sat. & Sun., learn about bayou animals & their habitat, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Jan. 21/Jan. 22 & Jan. 28/Jan. 29learn, class, animals, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-SCHOOLERS Weds./Fri., 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. (during school year), class taught by center biologists for kids 7 – 12, course repeats each week on Weds. & Fri., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Jan. 18/Jan. 20, Topic: Camouflage; Jan. 25/Jan. 27, Topic: Native Americans/Bison learn, kids, animals, water, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center PRAIRIE FRIDAY Fri., 8:30 a.m. – noon, volunteer stewardship of center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, registration required, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Jan. 20 & Jan. 27 care, garden, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center PONTOON BOAT CRUISES most Sat.s, 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. and/or 6 – 7:30 p.m.; 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, Fees & registration may be required. http://www.abnc.org Next opportunities Jan. 21 (a.m. & p.m.), & Jan. 28 (a.m. & p.m.) enjoy, boat, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-KIDS Weds. & Fri., 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. (during school year), drop-off program for kids 3 – 6, different nature topic each session, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Jan. 18/Jan. 20, Topic: Camouflage; Jan. 25/Jan. 27, Topic: Simple Machines learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center GUIDED CANOE TOUR normally 2nd & 4th Sat.s, 8 – 11 a.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, Fees & registration may be required, http://www.abnc.org Next opportunities Jan. 21 & Jan. 28, 2 – 5 p.m. enjoy, boat, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center BOY SCOUTING PROGRAMS usually monthly during school year, times vary opportunity to earn various badges, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Webelos: Jan. 29, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.,, Into the Woods; Tigers: Jan. 22, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Tigers in the Wild; Wolves: Jan. 22, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Paws on the Path; learn, kids, walk, animals, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center STEWARDSHIP SATURDAY 8 – noon, 1st & 3rd Sat.s, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, registration required, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunity Jan. 21 care, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-TOTS alt. Fri., 9:30 – 11 a.m. (during school year), adult + kids 18 mo. – 3, different nature topic each session (course repeats for two successive Fri.), includes story/songs/short hike/etc., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Jan. 20, Topic: Owls & Jan. 27/Feb. 3, Topic: Skunks learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside
Brazos Bend State Park BRAZOS RIVER PICKERS 2nd Sat., 5 – 7 p.m. (Oct. – Apr.), bluegrass/old time music in the park, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, park, outside
Armand Bayou Nature Center GIRL SCOUTING PROGRAMS usually monthly during the school year, times vary opportunity to earn various badges, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Brownies: Jan. 28, 1 – 3 p.m., Outdoor Adventurer; Juniors: Jan. 28, 9 a.m. – noon, Animal Habitats; & Feb. 4, 9 a.m. – noon, Outdoor Art Explorer; Daisies: Feb. 4, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Between Earth & Sky Journey – Nature Walks learn, kids, walk, garden, outside
Brazos Bend State Park BIRD WATCHING HIKE usually every other Fri., 8:30 a.m. & certain Sun. (Jan. – May), 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity Feb. 3 enjoy, bird, walk, park, outside
Brazos Bend State Park GUIDED PHOTO HIKE 1st Sat., (except Jan.), start time varies, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org, Next opportunity: Feb. 4, 3 p.m. enjoy, photo, walk, park, outside
MILLIKAN RESERVE FARMERS’ MARKET 3rd Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 19851 FM2154, College Station, Next Opportunity Feb. 19 care, farmers, outside
BOLIVAR BEACH RAMBLE 1st Sat., explore Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity: Feb. 4 enjoy, bird, walk, outside
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS EXCHANGE Meeting usually 1st Weds., (Feb., May, Aug., Nov.), time varies, potluck meeting to share ideas/resources, location varies, [email protected] http://hunstem.uhd.edu/EEE/ Next opportunity TBD, Details: TBD learn, meeting, kids, outside
GALVESTON COUNTY AUDUBON MEETING & BIRDING FIELD TRIP usually 3rd Sat. & prior Weds., (except Dec.), time varies, various locations, [email protected], http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/calendar.html Next opportunities: TBD & Jan. 21, Topic: TX Waterfowl, Location: Texas City Dike learn, meeting, enjoy, walk, bird, outside
