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ENJOY, LEARN ABOUT, AND CARE FOR GOD’S GOOD CREATION

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON

REI INTERNATIONAL & ADVENTURE TRAVEL BASICS Apr. 21, 2 – 3:30 p.m. & May 29, 7 –

8:30 p.m., learn about planning, preparation & execution of international adventure travel, 17717

Tomball Pkwy., see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, Houston

BIRDING IN HIGH ISLAND Apr. 19, 9 a.m., senior outing, birding at High Island, transportation

provided from Oaks Presbyterian Church, 1576 Chantilly Ln., http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy,

bird, Houston

REI TRAIL RUNNING BASICS Apr. 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn technique, training, clothing & footwear

specific to trail running, 17717 Tomball Pkwy., see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class,

walk, Houston

Memorial Park HIKE & TREASURE HUNT Apr. 28, 10 – 11 p.m., family fun on the trails in the park, learn basics of geocaching, 7575 Picnic Ln., http://memorialparkconservancy.org/visit/cal.html#year=2018&month=4&day=16&view=month enjoy, walk, kids, park, Houston

REI CLIMBING KNOT BASICS Apr. 26, 6 - 6:30 p.m., learn basics of climbing know tying, all gear

provided, covers when, how & why to use: figure 8, Kleimhurst, overhand, water knot, clove hitch,

girth hitch, bowline & double bowline & more, Houston Climb Shop, 1401 Silver St., see classes &

events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, Houston

Memorial Park MINDFUL MEDITATION Apr. 28, 8 – 9:30 a.m., guided meditation with discussion afterward, in the park, Picnic Loop, 7575 Picnic Ln., http://memorialparkconservancy.org/visit/cal.html#year=2018&month=4&day=16&view=month enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

REI FINDING THE RIGHT CLIMBING SHOE Apr. 26 & May 23, 7 – 7:30 p.m., learn different styles

of climbing shoes, proper fit & how to care for shoes, Houston Climb Shop, 1401 Silver St., see

classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, Houston

FISHING FEST Apr. 27, 10:30 a.m., senior outing, fishing fest in Burroughs Park, Texas Parks &

Wildlife staff on hand to provide tips, bait/tackle provided, explore the park, transportation provided

from St. Luke’s – The Vintage Hospital, 20171 Chasewood Park Dr., Copperfield Church, 8350 Hwy.

6 N., Mangum-Howell Center, 2500 Frick Rd., & Oaks Presbyterian Church, 1576 Chantilly Ln.,

http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, fish, Houston

FAMILY FISH CAMP Apr. 28, 10 a.m., learn the basics of fishing, equipment provided, Kickerillo-Misher Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., http://www.hcp4.net/Portals/1/Launch/Launch/PDF/KMP%20April%20Programs.pdf?ver=2018-04-04-131757-027 learn, enjoy, class, fish, kids, Houston

SPRING PERENNIAL & HERB SALE Apr. 21, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., landscape plants, herbs & perennials suited to this area, Farm & Ranch Club, 1 Abercrombie St., https://harris.agrilife.org/events/ care, garden, Houston

REI THE ART OF FIRE: ESSENTIAL SKILLS Apr. 28 & May 26, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., learn fire building

& tending, Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., see classes & events at

www.rei.com learn, class, camp, Houston

Buffalo Bayou TRAIL GRAND OPENING Apr. 28, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., opening of the trail from White Oak to Buffalo Bayou, Johnny Goyen Park, 1 N. Milam St., www.buffalobayou.org enjoy, cycle, walk, park, Houston

REI PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS IN KIDS Apr. 28, 2 – 3:30 p.m., children learn

the 7 principles of leave no trace, 17717 Tomball Pkwy., see classes & events at www.rei.com learn,

class, kids, walk, Houston

WHITE OAK PARK BIOBLITZ Apr. 28, 9 a.m. – noon, part of the City Nature Challenge, volunteers

find & document as many species as possible during the bioblitz, White Oak Park,

https://houstonaudubon.org/programs/calendar.html care, bird, animals, garden, park, Houston

REI ROCK CLIMBING BASICS Apr. 28, 2 – 3:30 p.m., introductory class in rock climbing, learn

different types of climbing, necessary gear, & how to get started, 7538 Westheimer, see classes &

events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, Houston

Nature Discovery Center SPRING MIGRATION FIELD TRIP Apr. 27, 7:30 a.m., day-long birding

outing for seniors to Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge & High Island, meet at Evergreen pool parking

lot, Evergreen St. near Newcastle in Bellaire, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, bird, walk,

park, Houston

REI BIKE MAINTENANCE BASICS – LEVEL 1 Apr. 18 & May 2, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn routine

maintenance that keeps you riding smoothly & prolongs the life of your bike, 7538 Westheimer, see

classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, Houston

TRASH BASH Apr. 21, 9 a.m. - noon, volunteers clean up trash in preserve, Kickerillo-Misher Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., & 100 Acre Wood Preserve, Hwy. 249 at Jones Rd., http://www.bayoulandconservancy.org/ care, pollution, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary CAMPFIRE NIGHT Apr. 20, 6 - 9 p.m., night hikes, crafts, campfire, s’mores & hotdogs, kids 4 – 12, 440 Wilchester Blvd., www.houstonaudubon.org, enjoy, kids, walk, Houston

REI HIKING WITH DOGS Apr. 21, 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn where to go, what to bring & what you may

encounter on trail for a successful hike with your dog, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at

www.rei.com learn, class, walk, animals, Houston

UNDERSTANDING THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT Apr. 24, 1 – 2 p.m., webinar by US Fish &

Wildlife Service on endangered species act, https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ learn, care, media,

animals, Houston

EARTH DAY CLEAN-UP Apr. 21, 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers remove debris from trails at 100 Acre

Wood & Cypress Creek Trails, 14234 W. Cypress Forest Dr., http://ghorba.org/event/earth-day-clean-

up-at-cypress-creek-trails100-aw/ care, pollution, walk, cycle, park, Houston

NIGHT HIKE Apr. 18 & Apr. 25, 6:30 p.m., join group hikes along Buffalo Bayou, meet at Water

Works, 105 Sabine St., https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ enjoy, walk, park, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council INTERACTIVE PLANNING TOOLS Apr. 26, 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn

to use tools for community & transportation planning, 3555 Timmons Ln., https://www.h-

gac.com/contact/contact-form.aspx learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

Memorial Park GREENHOUSE TOUR Apr. 21, guided tour of the park greenhouse, learn how plants are grown for the park, http://www.memorialparkconservancy.org/support/friends-of-memorial-park.html enjoy, learn, walk, garden, park, Houston

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center ANIMAL CARE PROGRAM ORIENTATION Apr. 28, 12 - 2 p.m., informational session for those interested in caring for animals at home, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ learn, care, meeting, animals, Houston

CAMP LAKE RATCLIFF Apr. 27 – Apr. 29, join group outing to camp & hike at Lake Ratcliff National Recreational Area & Crockett National Forest, Ratcliff, https://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails-More/events/calendar/ enjoy, camp, walk, park, outside

RUN FOR WELLNESS Apr. 22, 8 a.m., free 5K run, George Bush Park, 16756 Westheimer Pkwy., https://thehwporg.presencehost.net/news-events/event-calendar.html enjoy, walk, park, Houston

FARMBEATS: FARM LEVEL COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY Apr. 18, 1 p.m., webinar on new

technology to link sensors & analytics for improved farming,

http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/farmbeats-an-emerging-farm-level-communication-

technology/view learn, lecture, media, farmers, Houston

Memorial Park WALK & LEARN Apr. 21, guided walk in the park, learn about the park, http://www.memorialparkconservancy.org/support/urban-wild.html enjoy, learn, walk, park, Houston

FIRE, SMOKE, & AIR QUALITY Apr. 23, 2 p.m., webinar on air quality impacts of agricultural &

forestry fires, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/fire-smoke-and-air-quality/view learn, lecture,

media, pollution, farmers, Houston

BANDS IN LEVY PARK Apr. 21, 6 – 8 p.m., enjoy band playing in the park, 3801 Eastside,

http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ enjoy, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center EARTH DAY 2018 Apr. 21,10 a.m. – 2 p.m. celebration with guided nature hikes, crafts, face painting, scavenger hunts & recycling of plastic flower pots, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, care, kids, recycle, walk, Houston

CITY NATURE CHALLENGE Apr. 27 – Apr. 30, contest between cities to make most observations

of nature using iNaturalist, https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/city-nature-challenge-2018-houston

care, bird, animals, garden, Houston

Mandell Park MUSIC AT TWILIGHT Apr. 19 & Apr. 26, 7:30 p.m., enjoy a concert in the park,

Mandell & Richmond Ave., http://www.friendsofmandellpark.org/html/all_events.html enjoy, park,

Houston

MASTER GARDENER ORIENTATION Apr. 18 & Apr. 23, 12 – 1 p.m., learn what it takes to become a master gardener, Genoa Friendship Garden, 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd., https://harris.agrilife.org/events/ learn, meeting, garden, Houston

BLUES CONCERT IN LEVY PARK Apr. 21, 12:30 – 5:30 p.m., enjoy band playing blues in the park,

3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ enjoy, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary MINDFUL MONDAYS Apr. 23 & Apr. 30, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. (Mon. thru May 21), 15-minute lesson in cabin, followed by mindful practice in forest & finish by sharing over tea, 440 Wilchester Blvd., www.houstonaudubon.org learn, enjoy, class, tree, Houston

RUN FOR WELLNESS May 6, 8 a.m., free 5K run, White Oak Bayou, https://thehwporg.presencehost.net/news-events/event-calendar.html enjoy, walk, park, Houston

Galveston Bay Foundation ANNUAL MEETING Apr. 18, 6:30 p.m., annual meeting of the Galveston Bay Foundation, learn about their work, Houston Children’s Museum, 1500 Binz St., https://galvbay.org/events/ learn, meeting, water, Houston

LIGHT DISTRIBUTION RIDE May 8, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., cyclists distribute bike lights to those riding after dark without lights, meet at the Bike Houston office at 6:30 p.m. begin riding at 7 p.m., 616 Hawthorne St., https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar care, enjoy, cycle, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BLACKBERRY CELEBRATION Apr. 28,12:30 – 2:30 p.m., harvest berries & leaves & make jam to take home, leaves can be dried for tea, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, garden, walk, Houston

ENERGY DEMOCRACY May 4, 12:15 p.m., webinar on energy democracy, which describes the

work of working people, low-income communities & communities of color to control energy resources

& use those resources to empower their communities,

http://securityandsustainabilityforum.org/webinar-may-4-energy-democracy-9316 learn, lecture,

media, energy, Houston

EARTH DAY IN BEAUTY’S GARDEN Apr. 21, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., volunteers work in the

garden on Earth Day, lunch provided, Beauty’s Community Garden, 3201 Airline Dr.,

https://www.facebook.com/events/144000022938598/ care, garden, Houston

Mandell Park BIRDS CLASS FOR KIDS. Apr. 21, 10 a.m., class on birds for kids in the park, 1501

Richmond Ave., http://www.friendsofmandellpark.org/html/all_events.html learn, class, kids, bird,

park, Houston

MUSICFEST Apr. 21 - Apr. 22, music in Willow Waterhole Greenspace, 5300 Dryad,

http://www.willowwaterhole.org/events/ enjoy, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou MOVING EAST COMMUNITY MEETING Apr. 25, 6 – 8:30 p.m., community meeting about plans to transform 5-mile stretch from US 59 to the Port of Houston, Seafarer’s International Union, 625 North York, www.buffalobayou.org learn, care, meeting, park, Houston

FISHING TRIP Apr. 24, 9 a.m., senior outing, fishing in Galveston Bay, gear provided, transportation

provided from St. Luke’s – The Vintage Hospital, 20171 Chasewood Park Dr.,

http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, fish, Houston

PEOPLE & NATURE LECTURE Apr. 17, 6 p.m., president of Consortium for Ocean Leadership to speak on climate & ocean issues from perspective of national security, energy & economic prosperity, Museum of Fine Arts, 1001 Bissonet, http://www.harcresearch.org/people_and_nature_speaker_series learn, lecture, water, energy, Houston

Buffalo Bayou BAYOU IN BLOOM HAPPY HOUR Apr. 26, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., happy hour for young professional group at The Water Works, 105 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org care, park, Houston

GROWING ORGANIC VEGETABLES SERIES Apr. 19, May 3 & May 17, 6:30 - 9 p.m., learn everything you want to know about growing vegetables, UH, Central Campus, McElhinney Hall, Cullen & Wheeler, http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, care, class, garden, Houston

Memorial Park POP UP LIBRARY May 8, 4 – 5 p.m., story time in the park, for kids up to age 12, includes a craft, 7575 Picnic Ln., http://memorialparkconservancy.org/visit/cal.html#year=2018&month=4&day=16&view=month enjoy, kids, park, Houston

Memorial Park HAPPY HOUR Apr. 26, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., young professionals group fundraiser for the park, Eight Row Flint, 1039 Yale St., https://www.facebook.com/MemorialPark/ care, park, Houston

GLOBAL ENERGY SUMMIT Apr. 19, 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., livestream of annual summit, leaders

speak on intersection of energy policy, financial markets, environment & geopolitics,

http://energypolicy.columbia.edu/livestream learn, lecture, media, energy, Houston

Memorial Park RUNNING4HOME Apr. 21, 8 a.m. - noon, take a pet in need along on your walk or run in the park, consider adopting, http://memorialparkconservancy.org/visit/cal.html#year=2018&month=4&day=1&view=month enjoy, walk, animals, park, Houston

Discovery Green EARTH DAY HOUSTON Apr. 22, 12 – 6 p.m., displays, booths & exhibits on wide

range of environmental topics, plus farmers’ market, music, recycling, kids’ activities, talks & more in

the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ learn, enjoy, recycle, kids, park, Houston

Memorial Park FOOD TRUCKS Apr. 21 & Apr. 28, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., food trucks in the park, Picnic Loop, http://memorialparkconservancy.org/visit/cal.html#year=2018&month=4&day=1&view=month enjoy, park, Houston

GREEN BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Apr. 12, 12 – 1 p.m., group gathers to discuss the book Drawdown, Main Library, 500 McKinney St., https://www.facebook.com/greenbookgroup/ learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

SOLARIZE HOUSTON EVENT Apr. 18, 6 - 8 p.m., learn about adding solar to your home or

business, Green Building Resource Center, 1002 Washington Ave., http://evite.me/wAVSSNxG3h

learn, meeting, energy, Houston

HISTORIC HOUSTON SALVAGE WAREHOUSE Apr. 21, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., members purchase materials reclaimed from historic homes, 4300 Harrisburg Blvd, (713) 522-0542, http://www.historichouston.org/ care, recycle, Houston

LEARN TO RIDE CLASSES Apr. 18/Apr. 19 & Apr. 25/Apr. 26, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. & 6 – 7 p.m. and Apr. 21, 10 & 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. one-on-one classes by certified instructors to learn to ride a bike, for all ages, this is a two-part class, Rice University – BioScience Collaborative, 6500 Main St., https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar learn, class, cycle, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science REALITY CHECK ongoing, various times, virtual reality environment, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON Apr. 12, 6:30 p.m., expert explains interfaces between science, exploration & operations needed to return to the moon, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, Houston

Buffalo Bayou DINNER AT THE DUNLAVY Apr. 17, 6:30 – 10 p.m., fundraiser for the park, hors d-oeuvres accompanied by highlights of projects, followed by 4-course dinner, 3422 Allen Pkwy., www.buffalobayou.org care, park, Houston

HERB DAY SYMPOSIUM Apr. 28, 8:45 a.m. – 3 p.m., learn all about herbs & growing them, St.

Pauls’ United Methodist Church, 5501 Main St., see calendar at www.cechouston.org learn,

conference, garden, Houston

Nature Discovery Center LUNCH WITH THE BIRDS Apr. 18 & Apr. 25, 12 – 1:15 p.m. (Weds.

thru May 9), lunchtime stroll to watch for migratory birds, 7112 Newcastle,

http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, bird, walk, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WHAT MAKES US HUMAN? LESSONS FROM THE STUDY OF WILD CHIMPANZEES Apr. 17, 6:30 p.m., primate behavioral ecologist reveals interesting parallels between humans and chimpanzees, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class, animals, Houston

WETLAND PLANTING Apr. 21, 9 a.m. - noon, join group to plant wetland plants at Exploration Green, 16306 Diana Ln., http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ care, enjoy, garden, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science HMNS AFTER DARK Jun. 27, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., museum open late, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, Houston

STORM-RESILIENT URBAN FORESTS Apr. 24, noon, webinar explains how inclement weather impacts trees & how to create storm-resilient urban forests,

http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/storm-resilient-urban-forests-the-role-of-species-selection-and-maintenance-pruning/view learn, lecture, media, tree, Houston

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Apr. 26, 5:30 p.m., fundraiser for coastal conservation assoc., auctions, raffles, games & dinner, Bayou City Event Center, 9401 Knight Rd., http://www.ccatexas.org/events/2018-hre-banquet/ care, water, Houston

BALANCING OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES FOR WILDLIFE HABITAT & FOREST MANAGEMENT Apr. 25, noon, webinar discusses multi-use forestry – managing for health and productivity while creating deer-friendly habitats, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/managing-forests-for-health-and-deer-populations/view learn, lecture, media, tree, animals, Houston

Buffalo Bayou BLANKET BINGO Apr. 19, 6 – 9 p.m., fundraiser for the park, $10 admission to bingo game in the park, 301 Milam St., www.buffalobayou.org care, enjoy, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science AUGMENTED/VIRTUAL REALITY IN THE CLASSROOM Apr. 21, 8 a.m. - noon, explore google expeditions, learn to create 3D images & upload to 3D printer or augmented reality software in this maker lab, smartphone required, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

Houston Zoo SPRING FLING Apr. 20, 6 – 8 p.m., pollinator-inspired buffet, meet ambassador animals, kid-friendly DJ, sea lion show, face painting, learn how you can save pollinators, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, learn, animals, kids, Houston

Houston Zoo BREW FOR THE ZOO Apr. 26, 7 – 10 p.m., beer sampling fundraiser for zoo, animal encounters, live music & trivia, souvenir mug, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ care, enjoy, animals, Houston

Houston Zoo DIA DEL NINO Apr. 29, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Latin American celebration with music, games & activities for kids, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, kids, animals, Houston

DISOBEDIENCE SCREENING Apr. 18, 6:30 p.m., screening of documentary on climate change & the effects being felt now, Rice University Media Center, Rice Media Center, 6100 Main St., https://www.facebook.com/HoustonGreenFilmSeries learn, media, Houston

EARTH WEEK IN THE GARDEN Apr. 23, 9 a.m. - noon, volunteer in the garden & learn about growing your own food, U.H. 4800 Calhoun Rd., Butler Plaza, http://www.uh.edu/af-university-services/sustainability/outreach-and-events/earth-week/ care, garden, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science DEATH BY NATURAL CAUSES ongoing, exhibit explores real animal, vegetable and mineral dangers in daily life, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, garden, animals, Houston

Discovery Green HARVEY HEROES Apr. 28, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., free health screenings, health

education, nutrition, fitness demonstrations, medical professionals available for Q&A, family-friendly

entertainment, door prizes & more in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/

enjoy, learn, kids, park, Houston

Discovery Green HARVEY HEROES Apr. 27, 7 – 8:30 p.m., testimonials from Houstonians who

assisted during Harvey & presentation in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/

learn, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science BOY SCOUT CLASSES TBD, classes for boy scouts at the museum; 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, Houston Discovery Green DACAMERA JAM Apr. 20 & Apr. 26, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., enjoy jazz in the park,

1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science EDIBLE LANDSCAPES Apr. 21, 9:30 a.m., learn to use vegetable crops, edible flowers & fruit trees in your landscape, whether you live in a house, apartment or townhouse, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, Houston ADOPT-A-GARDEN Apr. 21, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., kick-off for volunteering at various community gardens around Houston, various locations, http://urbanharvest.org/ care, garden, Houston

RESTORING NATURE THRU PERMACULTURE Apr. 22, 12 – 5 p.m., & Apr. 29, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., nature study in various locations combined with class session on restoration permaculture, Japhet Creek Community Classroom, http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, care, class, garden, Houston

Buffalo Bayou WAUGH BAT COLONY BOAT TOUR Apr. 28, 7 p.m., learn more about bats that live under the Waugh St. bridge, and enjoy amazing view of them emerging at dusk from boat on Buffalo Bayou, 1.5 hour tour, from Allen’s Landing, 1001 Commerce St., www.buffalobayou.org enjoy, boat, animals, park, Houston

ANCIENT ART OF FERMENTATION Apr. 28, 8:30 - 11 a.m., learn basics of fermentation, taste

homemade ferments, start sauerkraut, fruit kimchi & garlic carrots, Eastside Farmers’ Market,

Eastside between Richmond & Alabama, http://urbanharvest.org/classes-calendar learn, class,

Houston

FOX FACTS – YOUTH VIDEOCONFERENCE Apr. 24, 9 & 10:15 a.m., 12:30 & 2 p.m., 45-minute

programs with Q&A for grades 1 – 6, online, learn role of foxes in eco-system, body functions &

structures, diet, habitats & fun facts, https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ learn, class,

kids, animals, Houston

THE MAGIC OF MONARCHS – YOUTH VIDEOCONFERENCE Apr. 20, 9 & 10:15 a.m., 12:30 & 2

p.m., 45-minute programs with Q&A for grades 1 – 6, online, learn basic needs, life cycle,

adaptations, & migration patterns of the Monarch butterfly, live specimens to examine,

https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ learn, class, kids, animals, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park THE BIG SIT Apr. 21, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., volunteers count birds in the park,

14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events care, enjoy, bird,

park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park BIRD WALK Apr. 21, 8 – 10 a.m., guided walk thru various habitats to

observe birds, bird field guides & some binos available, 14140 Garrett Rd,

https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events enjoy, bird, walk, park, Houston

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center CHICK-FIL-A FAMILY NIGHTS Apr. 24 & Apr. 25, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., portion of proceeds benefits center, Chick-Fil-A at Meyerland Plaza & 59@Kirby, http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ care, kids, animals, Houston

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN MEETING Apr. 26, 6 p.m., learn about transportation planning process that looks forward to 2045, HGAC office, 3555 Timmons Ln., see calendar at www.cechouston.org learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

Hermann Park STUDENT PERFORMANCES Apr. 27, 11 a.m. & Apr. 28, 10 a.m., kids perform in

the park, Lake Plaza, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ enjoy, kids,

park, Houston

Hermann Park EVENING IN THE PARK Apr. 27, 6:30 p.m., fundraiser gala for the park, cocktails,

dinner, dancing & dessert, Jones Reflecting Pool, 6100 Hermann Park Dr.,

http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ care, enjoy, water, park, Houston

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center WACKY FOR WILDLIFE Apr. 21, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., girl scout juniors badge workshop, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ learn, class animals, kids, Houston

Houston Zoo ACTION FOR APES CHALLENGE thru Apr. 30, contest to see which area school/community organization/business can collect the most used cell phones for recycling, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ care, animals, recycle, Houston

Houston Zoo APE-RIL Apr. 20 & Apr. 27 (Fri. in Apr.), 10:45 – 11:30 a.m., learn about gorillas on visit to staff-only area behind the gorilla exhibit, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ learn, enjoy, animals, Houston

CLIMATE CHANGE & POLAR SCIENCE Apr. 19, 6 p.m., lecture at U.H. by Columbia professor, 4604 Calhoun Rd., http://houston.alumni.columbia.edu/prof_2018 learn, lecture, water, energy, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO OVERNIGHT Apr. 21, 7 p.m. – Apr. 22, 9 a.m., explore zoo at dusk to see what animals are up, meet endangered animals up close, learn how you can protect the environment & wildlife, learn about zoo conservation efforts, ages 6+, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, learn, animals, kids, Houston

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN MEETING Apr. 19, 6 p.m., learn about transportation planning process that looks forward to 2045, Metro office, 1900 Main St., see calendar at www.cechouston.org learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

Houston Zoo PONGOS HELPING PONGOS Apr. 19, 6 - 9 p.m., fundraiser for the conservation efforts, silent auction of art created by animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ care, animals, Houston

UNSTABLE GROUND: CLIMATE CHANGE, CONFLICT & GENOCIDE Apr. 19, 6:30 p.m., author

of by book of same title to speak, Holocaust Museum, 9220 Kirby Dr.,

https://www.facebook.com/HOLOCAUST-MUSEUM-HOUSTON-78039800708/ learn, lecture, energy,

Houston

Nature Discovery Center EARLY EVENING BIRDING Apr. 17 & Apr. 24, 6 – 7:15 p.m. (Tues. thru

May 1), guided evening stroll to see migratory birds, 7112 Newcastle,

http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, bird, walk, park, Houston

FOOD ALLERGY HEALTH CART IN LEVY PARK May 6,1 – 2 p.m., learn about food allergies at

cart from Health Museum in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ learn, park,

Houston

BIRDING & COMMUNITY DAY Apr. 21, birding & other activities in White Oak Park,

http://whiteoakbayou.org/newshistory-and-events.html enjoy, bird, park, Houston

Hermann Park VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Apr. 18, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., learn about gardening

volunteer opportunities in the park, followed by tour of the gardens, McGovern Centennial Garden,

6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ learn, care, meeting, garden, park,

Houston

EARTH DAY FESTIVAL Apr. 21, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., cooking classes, garden explorations, exercise classes, activities, games, photos, stories, chicken/bee demonstrations & more, Hope Farm, 10401 Scott St., http://recipe4success.org/events/events-page.html enjoy, learn, garden, kids, photo, animals, Houston Houston Museum of Natural Science GIRL SCOUT CLASSES TBD, classes for girl scouts at the museum, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, Houston Nature Discovery Center CHIMNEY SWIFT COUNT Apr. 17 & Apr. 24, 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. (Tues.

thru May 1), do citizen science by counting chimney swifts, 7112 Newcastle,

http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ care, enjoy, bird, walk, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science 3D FILMS ongoing, wide variety of films being screened,

see www.hmns.org for current show times/offerings enjoy, learn, media, Houston

ADDRESSING ONGOING AIR QUALITY CHALLENGES IN HOUSTON Apr. 29, 6 p.m., free

webinar, speaker from Air Alliance Houston discusses public health issues around air quality in

Houston & how you can get involved, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/addressing-ongoing-

air-quality-challenges-in-houston-tickets-43379463142 learn, lecture, media, pollution, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science FACES FROM THE SOUTHERN OCEAN ongoing, exhibit of photography of Antarctica, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, photo, animals, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SPRING PLANT SALE Apr. 14, 8:30 a.m. - noon, annual pollinator plant sale, 8:30 a.m. start for members, 9 a.m. for others, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org care, garden, animals, Houston

Exploration Green WETLAND SPRING PLANTING Apr. 21, 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers plant in

wetlands area of new park, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake,

http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt care, garden, park, Houston

Exploration Green GRAND OPENING Apr. 28, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., official opening of new park, 1801

Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt enjoy, park, Houston

INTERFAITH ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP EVENT Apr. 29, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m., volunteers

mulch around & water trees in new arboretum at Willow Waterhole Greenspace, 5300 Dryad,

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-2018-interfaith-environmental-stewardship-event-tickets-

44393364749?aff=es2 care, tree, park, Houston

Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston MAKING HOUSTON A RESILIENT CITY – HOW

HOUSES OF WORSHIP CAN HELP May 6, 4 p.m., learn how Houston can become more resilient,

and the role that houses of worship can play, talk by Jim Blackburn, Congregation Emanu El, 1500

Sunset Blvd., & online, register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-houston-a-resilient-city-how-

houses-of-worship-can-help-tickets-44393458028 learn, lecture, media, pollution, energy, water,

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

U.H. FARMERS’ MARKET Apr. 18, 12 – 4 p.m., locally sourced & produced food items, plus non-food vendors, U.H. 4800 Calhoun Rd., Butler Plaza, see calendar at www.cechouston.org care, farmers, Houston

FOOD IN LEVY PARK Apr. 20, 5 – 9 p.m., Apr. 21, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. & Apr. 22,10 a.m. – 5 p.m.,

catering service in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ enjoy, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science INTRODUCTION TO ROCKS & MINERALS Apr. 14, 9 a.m. - noon, go behind the scenes to museum labs to view specimens of rocks & minerals & then class continues in exhibit hall, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, lecture, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science BACKYARD WILDERNESS SCREENING Apr. 14, 10 a.m., members-only screenings of Backyard Wilderness, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, media, Houston

Memorial Park EARTH DAY Apr. 21, 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers plant native trees & remove trash from the park, 6501 Memorial Dr., https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sca-earth-day-in-houston-tx-memorial-park-tickets-42946762924#tickets care, enjoy, pollution, tree, garden, park, Houston

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON

Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS Apr. Bridges – build models & investigate forces; Petroleum Production – journey thru processes that transform petroleum to products;

Ungulates – learn all about hoofstock; all grades 1 – 8; 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, animals, Houston Mandell Park TOY SWAP Sat., 10 a.m. – noon, swap toys with other families, keep usable toys

from entering landfill, Mandell & Richmond Ave.,

http://www.friendsofmandellpark.org/html/all_events.html Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 care,

enjoy, kids, recycle, park, Houston

Discovery Green ORBIT SLAM 1st Fri., 6 – 8 p.m., writing and poetry workshop for ages 13 - 19,

1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity May 4 learn, park, Houston

YOGA AT LEVY PARK Tues./Thurs., 6 p.m. & Sat./Sun., 10 a.m., yoga class in the park, 3801

Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 17/Apr. 19 & Apr. 24/Apr. 26 and

Apr. 21/Apr. 22 & Apr. 28/Apr. 29 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

CO-HOUSING HOUSTON MEETING 1st Weds., 7 – 8 p.m., group promoting co-housing in Houston,

the Black Lab, 4100 Montrose Blvd., https://www.cohousinghouston.com/ Next Opportunity May 2

learn, meeting, Houston

MEMORIAL VILLAGES FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., farmers’ market, music, kids’ activities, food demonstrations, lectures & more, 1st Congregational Church, 10840 Beinhorn Rd., http://www.mvfarmersmarket.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 care, farmers, kids, Houston

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Board Meeting 1st Tues., 6:30 p.m., board meeting open to the public, Environmental Institute of Houston, UH – Clear Lake, http://npsot.org/wp/houston/ Next Opportunity May 1 learn, meeting, garden, Houston

SWAMP SALON last Tues., 7 p.m., screening of completed or in progress short environmental films

with audience feedback, Rice Media Center, 2030 University Blvd.,

https://www.facebook.com/HoustonGreenFilmSeries Next Opportunity Apr. 24 enjoy, learn, media,

Houston

CENTRAL CITY CO-OP MARKET Weds., open market of organic & local fresh produce, Kindred Church, 2515 Waugh Dr., http://www.centralcityco-op.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 18 & Apr. 25 care, farmers, Houston

Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center BIRD BUDDIES Fri., 10 – 11:30 a.m. (Sep. thru May), kids 3 – 5 discover birds & other animals, includes crafts, games & more, 3997 River Dr., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/youth/ Next Opportunities Apr. 20 & Apr. 27 learn, enjoy, class, bird, kids, 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

PERFORMANCE FOR KIDS AT LEVY PARK 1st, 3rd & 5th Sat., 1 p.m., entertainment for kids in the

park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Apr. 21enjoy, kids, park,

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

DRUM JAM AT LEVY PARK 2nd Sun., 3 p.m., enjoy drum concert in the park, 3801 Eastside,

http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity May 13 learn, enjoy, class, kids, park, Houston

HOUSTON RENEWABLE ENERGY GROUP MEETING 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of group promoting renewable energy in Houston, Carnegie Neighborhood Library, 1050 Quitman St., http://houstonrenewableenergy.org/ Next Opportunity Apr. 17

BODY BARRE AT LEVY PARK Weds., 6 p.m., body barre class in the park, 3801 Eastside,

http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 18 & Apr. 25 enjoy, learn, class, park,

Houston

Discovery Green RECYCLING SATURDAYS most Sat., 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., recycle paper, plastic and glass at the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 care, recycle, park, Houston

SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM WORKSHOP last Fri., 2 – 4 p.m., free workshop teaches basics of solar system installation & operation, covers types of solar arrays, costs, labor, permitting, energy savings & reliability, TXRX, 205 Roberts, http://houstonrenewableenergy.org/events/event-calendar/ Next Opportunity Apr. 27 learn, class, energy, pollution, Houston

KICKERILLO MISCHER BIRD SURVEY 3rd Mon., 8 - 10 a.m., join group for bird survey, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity May 21 care, enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS I one Thurs. or Sat./month, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., kids ages 18 – 23 months learn about animals thru activities designed to develop motor skills, meet/touch live animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next Opportunity Apr. 19, Topic: Goin’ Green learn, enjoy, class, kids, 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, http://www.vegan-for-

life.org/about.html Next Opportunity Apr. 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

VEGAN SOCIETY OF PEACE MONTHLY MEETING 2nd Sat., 6 – 9 p.m., potluck, presentations, food demons, product samples, door prizes & more, HCC, 3100 Main St., http://www.vegansocietyofpeace.org/vegan2ndsaturdays Next Opportunity May 12 learn meeting, animals, Houston

Discovery Green SCREEN ON THE GREEN varies, family-friendly movie in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity Apr. 28, 8:15 p.m. enjoy, media, kids, park, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS II one Mon. or Sat./month, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., (during school year), kids ages 2 – 3 learn about animals thru hands-on activities & meet/greet live animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next Opportunity Apr. 17, Topic: Goin’ Green learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

Discovery Green PARKOUR Thurs., 6:30 - 8 p.m., experienced coaches turn work-out into play, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity Apr. 26 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Discovery Green YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP most Sat., 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., kids learn to express their thoughts & develop language skills, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 learn, class, kids, park, Houston

MOVIE IN LEVY PARK last Fri., 7:30 p.m., family movie in the park, 3801 Eastside,

http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 27 enjoy, media, kids, park, Houston

INTERVAL TRAINING AT LEVY PARK Tues., 7 p.m., high intensity interval training in the park,

3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 enjoy, learn,

class, 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 May 12 care, pollution, garden, Houston

Discovery Green KAYAKING ON KINDER LAKE Mon. – Sun., 12:30 – 7:30 p.m., enjoy kayaking

on the lake in the park & watch fish swim nearby, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/

Next Opportunities Apr. 16 – Apr. 22, Apr. 23 – Apr. 29 & Apr. 30 enjoy, boat, fish, park, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS III one Weds. or Sat./month, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. on Weds, 2 - 3 p.m. on Sat., kids ages 4 – 5 learn how animals interact with their environment & see if they can do the same, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next Opportunities Apr. 18 & Apr. 21, Topic: Marvelous Monkeys & Apr. 19, 11 a.m., Topic: Goin’ Green learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, 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 May 12, Featuring: Family Programming 9 a.m. - noon enjoy, Houston

PUBLIC PIANO PLAY AT LEVY PARK Mon., Weds. & Fri., 4 – 6 p.m., Tues./Thurs., 10 a.m. – 2

p.m., play piano in the park or listen to others do so, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/

Next Opportunities Apr. 16 - Apr. 20 & Apr. 23 - Apr. 27 & Apr. 30 enjoy, park, Houston

OLIVEWOOD CEMETERY CLEAN-UP 1st & 3rd Sat., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers remove brush & do

landscaping at historic cemetery, 1300 Court St.,

http://www.descendantsofolivewood.org/category/events/ Next Opportunity Apr. 21 care, garden,

Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science PLANETARIUM SHOWS ongoing, times vary, wide variety

of shows, Burke Baker Planetarium, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., see www.hmns.org for offerings &

times enjoy, learn, media Houston

PLANT PROPAGATION WORKDAYS 2nd & 4th Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers seed pots, bump up trays to 1-gallon containers, separate seedlings & weed pots of native plants, HPARD Greenhouse, 6501 Memorial Dr., kelli.ondracek@houstontx.gov Next Opportunity Apr. 26

STORY TIME IN LEVY PARK Thurs., 10 a.m., kids enjoy a story in the park, 3801 Eastside,

http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 19 & Apr. 26 enjoy, kids, park, 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 TBD learn, meeting, cycle, Houston

Hermann Park CHILDREN’S STORY HOUR most Fri., 10 - 11 a.m., little ones listen to story in McGovern Centennial Garden, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunities Apr. 20 & Apr. 27 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 TBD care, tree, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science HMNS AFTER DARK usually monthly, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.,

museum open late one day/month, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity Mar. 14

enjoy, learn, Houston

PRELUDE MUSIC SERIES AT LEVY PARK monthly, 4:30 p.m., enjoy music for families in the

park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities May 19 enjoy, kids, park,

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 TBD 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 Apr. 20 – Apr. 22 & Apr. 27 – Apr. 29 enjoy, boat, park, Houston

SCIENCE AT LEVY PARK 4th Sat., 2 p.m., kids learn natural science in the park, taught by Houston

Museum of Natural Science, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Apr.

28 learn, enjoy, class, kids, park, Houston

ZUMBA IN LEVY PARK Sun., 11 a.m. & Mon., 6:30 p.m., Zumba class in the park, 3801 Eastside,

http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 22/Apr. 23 & Apr. 29/Apr. 30 enjoy, learn,

class, 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 Apr. 19, Topic: Far Out

Frogs & Apr. 26, Topic: Totally Turtles learn, kids, class, animals, tree, walk, Houston

HULLABALOO 3rd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., cyclist get-together, location varies, partners each

month with a like-minded organization, snacks, refreshments, socializing & ride in area,

www.bikehouston.org Next Opportunity Apr. 19, Location: HAM Cycles 2, 4220 Main St. enjoy, cycle,

Houston

Memorial Park CONSERVATION CREW 3rd Fri. & 1st Sat., 9a.m. - noon, volunteers work on

conservation projects in the park, ages 12+, location in park varies,

http://memorialparkconservancy.org/ Next Opportunity Apr. 20 care, garden, Houston

Memorial Park GROW OUT 2nd & 4th Thurs., 9a.m. - noon, volunteers work in park greenhouse to

care for native plants, south side of Memorial Dr. E., Memorial Loop & Crestwood,

http://www.volunteerhou.org/need/detail/?need_id=297472 Next Opportunity Apr. 26care, garden,

Houston

SATURDAY MORNING WALKS Sat., 8 a.m., join group walk 3 – 4 mi. walk in Ray Miller Park,

http://www.meetup.com/Casual-Walking-and-Hiking-in-West-Houston/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 &

Apr. 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 Apr. 17 & Apr. 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 Apr. 19 & Apr. 26

learn, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park BIRD SURVEY 3rd Sat. (Sep. – May), bird survey in the park, contact

Hannah.Buschert@tpwd.texas.gov for details, 14140 Garrett Rd. Next Opportunity Apr. 21 enjoy,

park, garden, Houston

KIDS BINGO NIGHT AT LEVY PARK Weds., 4:30 p.m., kids enjoy bingo in the park, 3801 Eastside,

http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 18 & Apr. 25 enjoy, kids, 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 Mcedwards@tamu.edu for details,

http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunities Apr. 19 & Apr. 26 care, garden, water, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATURE WALK usually 4th Sat., 2 p.m. (except summer), enjoy a walk in the sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity Apr. 28 enjoy, walk, Houston

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 TBD, Topic: TBD learn, class, media, animals, Houston

Discovery Green CIRCUS ARTS Tues., 6 – 8 p.m., ground arts & acrobatics, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 enjoy, class, park, 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 bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity Apr. 28 care, kids, Houston

BOOTCAMP AT LEVY PARK Sat., 8:30 a.m., intense exercise class in the park, 3801 Eastside,

http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 enjoy, learn, class, park,

Houston

Exploration Green WORK DAY 2nd & 4th Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers plant along shores of the

new lake, 1800 Reseda, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Apr. 28 care, walk, park,

outside

Nature Discovery Center NATURE STORY TIME Weds., 4 – 4:30 p.m., pre-schoolers & caregivers

enjoy stories, puppets, specimens, songs & more, 7112 Newcastle St,

http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity Apr. 18 & Apr. 25 enjoy, kids, Houston

PHOTO WORKSHOP AT LEVY PARK 1st & 3rd Thurs., 9 – 10:30 a.m., learn photography in the

park with Houston Center for Photography experts, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/

Next Opportunity Apr. 19 learn, enjoy, class, photo, park, Houston

Discovery Green TODDLER TUESDAYS Tues., 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., stories & activities for kids in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 enjoy, kids, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park HOME SCHOOL DAYS Fri., 2 - 3 p.m., kids learn something new each

week, from fishing to technology, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-

lake/park_events Next Opportunity Apr. 27 enjoy, walk, park, kids, Houston

PAWSITIVE PUPS IN LEVY PARK 2nd Sun., 1 p.m., kids enjoy stories & therapy dogs in the park,

3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity May 13 enjoy, kids, animals, park,

Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park PRAIRIE PROWL Sun., 9 - 10 a.m., guided walk along boardwalk to see

what birds, bugs & critters live in the grasses, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-

parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Apr. 22 & Apr. 29 enjoy, walk, kids, animals,

bird, park, 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 Apr. 18 & Apr. 25

enjoy, park, garden, Houston

Discovery Green ZUMBA Weds., 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., personal trainer shows you how to make your workout a party, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity Apr. 25 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center 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 May 5, Topic: See you later alligator 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 Apr. 19 & Apr. 26 care, garden, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou LOOKING BACK BOAT TOUR usually 4th Sat., 10 - noon, guided historical tour along Buffalo Bayou, from 150 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity Apr. 28 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 May 19 care, park, water, Houston

Buffalo Bayou 2nd SATURDAY BOAT RIDE usually 2nd Sat., time varies seasonally 30-minute boat rides along Buffalo Bayou, from 150 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity May 12, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 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, TBD & TBD, respectively, Topic: TBD 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 Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 enjoy, cycle, park, Houston

MEYERLAND FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., farmers sell their produce, Pilgrim

Lutheran Church, 8601 Chimney Rock, https://www.facebook.com/meyerlandfm/ Next Opportunities

Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 care, farmers, 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 bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity Apr. 19, Topic: Snakes Alive! learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Buffalo Bayou WALKING TOUR usually 3rd Sat., (time varies seasonally) guided tour by naturalist, meet at Water Works, 105 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity Apr. 21 enjoy, park, water, walk, Houston

ASHTON GARDEN RESTORATION DAYS 1st & 3rd Fri., 9 a.m. – noon, remove debris from Harvey & restore garden, park under Hardy Toll Rd. bridge, 21919 Inverness Forest Blvd., http://www.bayoulandconservancy.org/all-events Next Opportunity Apr. 20 care, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary SATURDAYS in NATURE usually 4th Sat., 1 – 4 p.m. (during school year), hands-on science program for families, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, http://www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity Apr. 28, Topic: Bird Watching; Craft: TP Binoculars learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GARDENS LECTURE (Jan – Oct.): 2nd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Genoa Friendship Garden, 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd., http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/ Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, lecture, garden, 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 Apr. 21 care, recycle, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center 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 May 5, Topic: Metamorphosis 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

ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER COORDINATORS MEETING quarterly, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., discuss tricks of the trade, local expert to speak each month, Citizen’s Environmental Coalition, 751 Silver St., #111, see calendar at www.cechouston.org Next Opportunity Apr. 25 learn, meeting, Houston

BIRD WALK usually 4th Sat., 8 a.m. (Sep. - May), meet at cabin, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900 or http://www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunities Apr. 18, Apr. 21, Apr. 25, & Apr. 28 (additional dates during April) enjoy, bird, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center 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 Apr. 23, Topic: Geology Rocks! & May 7, May 14 & May 21, Topic: Curious Concoctions learn, class, kids, Houston

Discovery Green SUNDAYS IN THE PARK Sun., 2 - 5 p.m., games available for use in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 22 & Apr. 29 enjoy, class, park, Houston

ECO-OLOGY Tues., 3 – 4 p.m., EXPLORATION Mon. 5 – 6 a.m., VEGAN WORLD Tues., 8 – 9 p.m., KPFT. Next opportunities Apr. 17, Apr. 23, Apr. 24, & Apr. 30 learn, care, media, Houston

RECYCLE ALMOST ANYTHING http://texastakeback.com/, a comprehensive guide to recycling. care, recycle, Houston, outside, media

Discovery Green STEM SATURDAYS Sat., 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., kids, accompanied by adult, learn science with fun, hands-on activities, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/flea Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 learn, enjoy, kids, park, Houston

TOUR DE TACO 1st Fri., 6:45 p.m., join group ride leaving from Market Square Park, 301 Milam St., http://www.meetup.com/HoustonCyclingClub/ Next Opportunity May 4 enjoy, cycle, outside

Discovery Green MY FIRST MUSIC LESSON 1st Sun., 3 - 4 p.m., kids learn music basics from professional musicians, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity May 6 enjoy, class, kids, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center 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 Apr. 21 care, bird, Houston

Discovery Green YOGA Mon., 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., enjoy yoga in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 23 & Apr. 30 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Wildlife 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 Apr. 21 learn, care, animals, Houston, class

Nature Discovery Center YOGA IN THE PARK Sun., 8:30 a.m., free yoga class (donations

accepted) in a beautiful natural setting, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/

Next Opportunities Apr. 22 & Apr. 29 enjoy, learn, park, Houston

SIERRA CLUB Monthly 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 May 10, Topic: TBD care, learn, Houston

Discovery Green CORE-FOCUSED YOGA Tues., 6:30 – 7:30 a.m., practice yoga for strength and flexibility, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council PARKS & NATURAL AREAS Meeting usually 2nd Mon., 1:30 –

3:30 p.m., discussion of parks/natural areas in 13-county region, 3555 Timmons Ln., justin.bower@h-

gac.com Next Opportunity May 14 learn, meeting, park, Houston

Discovery Green MEDITATION Mon., 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., slow down in this meditation practice, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 23 & Apr. 30 enjoy, class, park, Houston

PROJECT BLAZING STAR usually 1st & 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 May 5 care, garden, Houston

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 2nd Mon., 6:45 p.m., University of Houston – Clear Lake, Clear Lake http://npsot.org/wp/houston/ Next opportunity May 14, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, lecture, 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 Mar. 15 care, tree, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council ORGANICS RECOVERY ROUNDTABLE quarterly, meeting

promotes recovery of food waste & other organic materials, 3555 Timmons Ln., erin.livingston@h-

gac.com, Next Opportunity TBD learn, care, meeting, garden, 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 May 6

enjoy, cycle, water, Houston

PLANT IT FORWARD FARM STAND Tues., 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. & Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., farm-fresh

produce for sale from local Plant it Forward farms, Tues: Plant It Forward Warehouse, 4030

Willowbend Blvd., Sat: University of St. Thomas, 1318 Sul Ross St., see calendar at

www.cechouston.org Next Opportunities Apr. 17/Apr. 21 & Apr. 24/Apr. 28 care, farmers, 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.,

justin.bower@h-gac.com Next Opportunity Apr. 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 May 9 care, meeting,

learn, Houston

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RECYCLING COALITION ususlly 2nd Thurs., 12 – 1:30 p.m. (most

months), webinar shares information among those working on waste reduction on college campuses,

http://curc3r.org/2018-curc-webinar-series/ Next Opportunity May 1, Topic: Optimizing Recycling &

Waste Bin Infrastructure learn, media, pollution, Houston

BAT CHAT 1st, 3rd, & 4th Fri., 30 min. before sunset, Waugh Street Bridge Allen Pkwy & Waugh, www.waughbatmonitor.org Next Opportunities Apr. 20 & Apr. 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 bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD care, water, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURE REVEALED usually one Sat./month, 10 - noon a.m. & some Tues., 2 – 4 p.m., learn about plants & animals, ages 13+, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity May 26, Topic: Flowers 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 Opportunities Apr. 18 & Apr. 25 care, farmers,

Houston

TRANSITION HOUSTON Monthly Meeting usually 1st Tues., 7 – 9 p.m., Group supports transition from oil dependency to local resilience, location varies, www.transitionhouston.org Next Opportunity May 1 learn, meeting, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TUESDAY TRAIL CREW Tues., 9 a.m. – noon, trail maintenance, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 care, walk, 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.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ Next Opportunity Apr. 28 care, learn, class animals, Houston

NATURE PHOTO ASSOC Meeting usually 1st 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 May 2, Topic: TBD enjoy, photo, bird, Houston

HOUSTON CLIMATE PROTECTION ALLIANCE Meeting usually 2nd Sun., 1:15 p.m., speakers on climate science, 1st Unitarian Church, 5200 Fannin, http://www.houstonclimateprotection.org/ Next Opportunity May 13 learn, meeting, energy, pollution, Houston

Houston Audubon ARCHBISHOP FIORENZA PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 4th Weds., 8 a.m., join group to survey birds, 13551 Westpark, maweber@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Apr. 25 care, enjoy, walk, park, bird, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office OPEN GARDEN DAY 4th Tues., (except Dec.), 8:30 – 11 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 Opportunity Apr. 24 (now at Weekley Community Center in Cypress) & TBD 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 fhannah@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Apr. 20 & Apr. 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 Apr. 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 Apr. 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 May 6 enjoy, cycle, Houston

GARDEN VOLUNTEERS Mon. & Sat., 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., volunteers work in community garden, 3201 Airline, Facebook.com/beautys-community-garden Next Opportunities Apr. 21/Apr. 23 & Apr. 28/Apr. 30 care, garden, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center PHENOLOGY WALK 2nd & 4th Sat., 9 a.m., guided walk along phenology trails, 4501 Woodway Dr., Next Opportunity Apr. 28 learn, walk, Houston

Rice University FARMERS MARKET Tues., 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 5491 Greenbriar. http://dining.rice.edu/farmers-market/ Next Opportunities Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 care, farmers, Houston,

SENIOR BIRDING BUS TRIPS usually monthly, day varies, normally 8 or 9 a.m., bus transport

from Memorial City Mall, snack & guide, reservations required, maweber@houstonaudubon.org,

Next opportunity May 7, Location: TBD enjoy, learn, walk, bird, Houston

Houston Audubon HOUSTON BOTANIC GARDEN BIRD SURVEY usually 1st Thurs., 7:30 a.m., join group to survey birds, 8505 N. Bayou Dr., maweber@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity May 3 care, enjoy, walk, park, bird, Houston

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 3rd Thurs., 6:45 – 9:30 p.m., Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://npsot.org/wp/houston/ Next opportunity Apr. 19, Topic: Deep Resilience: Learning the Song of Our Land 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 Apr. 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 Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

CHALLENGES & TREATMENT SOLUTIONS FOR SMALL WATER SYSTEMS monthly, 1 p.m., monthly webinar by EPA to communicate with drinking water systems professionals,

https://www.epa.gov/water-research/small-systems-monthly-webinar-series Next Opportunity Mar. 27, Topic: Water Security & Resiliency learn, lecture, media, water, Houston

GREATER EAST END FARMERS’ MARKET Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 2700 block of Navigation, across from Ninfa’s, eastendhouston.com/market Next opportunities Apr. 22 & Apr. 29 care, farmers, Houston

Nature Discovery Center JUNIOR SCIENTISTS Thurs., 4 – 5:30 p.m. (during school year), kids 6

– 10 explore natural world thru hands-on investigations & experiments, enriched with crafts, games &

more, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 19 & Apr.

26 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 to learn

to identify trees, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity May 5

learn, enjoy, walk, tree. park, Houston

TEXAS PARKS & WILDLIFE on PBS Mon. – Fri., 6 p.m. & Sat. 3 p.m., HTTP://WWW.HOUSTONPUBLICMEDIA.ORG/TV8/ Next opportunities Apr. 16 – Apr. 20 & Apr. 21 and Apr. 23 – Apr. 27 & Apr. 28 learn, Houston, outside, park, animals, media

HOUSTON COMMUNITY TOOLBANK WAREHOUSE TOUR 3rd Thurs., 9 – 10 a.m., toolbank lends tools to nonprofits, community groups & corporate volunteers doing charitable work, 1215 Gazin St., http://www.houstontoolbank.org/ Next Opportunity Apr. 19 care, Houston

Houston Audubon BIRDING CLASS & FIELD TRIP one Sat./month & a prior weekday, birding class at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., followed by birding trips in/outside Houston for ages 12+, see calendar at www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunities Class TBD, Topic: TBD; Trip: TBD, Location: TBD enjoy, learn, 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 Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 care, garden, Houston

Houston Audubon MEMBER FIELD TRIP usually 4th Sat., birding trips in/outside Houston for ages 12+, members of Houston Audubon, see calendar at www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunities Apr. 28, 8 a.m., Location: Washington on the Brazos enjoy, bird, 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 May 8 learn, meeting, water, Houston

CHIMNEY ROCK FARMERS’ MARKET 1st Sun., 12 – 4 p.m., local artists & farmers sell their products; also art reception from 2 – 4 p.m., 3300 Chimney Rock Rd., #100, facebook.com/chimneyrockmarket Next Opportunity May 6 care farmers Houston

Houston Zoo MEMBER MORNINGS 1st Sat., 8 a.m., members get in one hour early, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next opportunity May 5, Topic: Bears enjoy, animals, Houston

WESTBURY COMMUNITY GARDEN WORK DAY usually 4th Sat., 12:30 – 4 p.m., volunteers tend the garden, 12581 Dunlap, http://westburycommunitygarden.org/ Next Opportunity Apr. 28 care, garden, 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 Apr. 17 learn, care, garden, meeting, Houston

YOUR LIVABLE GARDEN Radio Show Sat., 6 – 8 a.m. KSEV 700 AM & Sun., 9 – 11 a.m. KPRC 950 AM. Next opportunities Apr. 21/Apr. 22 & Apr. 28/Apr. 29 learn, Houston, garden, media

Nature Discovery Center MONDAY MORNING GARDENING usually 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 May 7 learn, care, garden, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park INCREDIBLE EDIBLE PLANT WALK Sat., 2 – 3 p.m., guided walk thru

the park to learn about uses of plants, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-

lake/park_events Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 learn, enjoy, park, garden, Houston

Hogg Bird Sanctuary BIRD SURVEY usually 3rd Sat., 8:30 - 11 a.m., 1 Westcott St., Contact Aaron at aandkstoley@yahoo.com or 713-781-1372, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next opportunity Apr. 21 care, Houston, bird

Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center GIRL SCOUT CLASSES occasionally during school year, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., birds & bayous for brownies & juniors, 3997 River Dr., www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Apr. 21, Topic: Birds & Bayous learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

Houston Zoo FREE AFTERNOON 1st Tues., noon - closing, (Sep. – May) visit zoo for free, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next opportunity May 1 enjoy, animals, Houston

WOODLAND PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 3rd Sat., 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., join group for birding, 212 Parkview, jason.bonilla@gmail.com or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Apr. 21 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 Jun. 5 learn, meeting, animals, Houston

Houston Zoo ELECTRONICS RECYCLING ongoing, recycle your used cell phones/ipad/ipod/gaming devices to protect wild animals in areas where metals used in electronics are mined, collection box located at zoo main entrance, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ care, animals, recycle, Houston

Discovery Green HATHA YOGA Sat., 9 - 10 a.m., practice yoga for enhanced awareness & a strong, healthy body, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Willow Waterhole Reserve BIRD COUNT 3rd Sat., 8 – 11 a.m., http://wwgc.org/ or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Apr. 21 care, bird, Houston

MASTER NATURALIST Monthly Meeting 1st Thurs., 6:30 – 9 p.m., guest speaker at each meeting, Cherie Flores Garden Pavilion, 1500 Hermann Dr., http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next opportunity May 3 learn, lecture, meeting, Houston

Hermann Park BIRD SURVEY 2nd Mon., 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. Call Jim or Harlan at 713-932-1639, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity May 14 care, bird, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE Subcommittee Meeting 3rd Thurs., bimonthly, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., 3555 Timmons Lane, Call 713-993-2497, Next opportunity Apr. 19 learn, cycle, meeting, Houston

EASTSIDE FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 300 Richmond Ave., www.urbanharvest.org

Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 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 jay.crossley@houstontomorrow.org, Next opportunity May 9 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 May 14, Topic: TBD 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

bobx206@gmail.com Next Opportunity May 21 learn, meeting, water, Houston

Nature Discovery Center BELLAIRE GARDEN CLUB Meeting 1st Thurs., 7 p.m., 7112 Newcastle

St, Bellaire, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/, Next opportunity May 3 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 TBD, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

HEIGHTS EPICUREAN MARKET 1st Sat., 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., crafts, produce, & more, race

United Methodist Church, 1245 Heights Blvd., http://heightsepicurean.com/ Next Opportunity May 5

care, farmers, 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, bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunities Apr. 17 & Apr. 18, Topic: Turtles & Apr. 24 & Apr. 25, Topic: Fishing Fun 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 19, 1 – 3 p.m., Topic: Bears – 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 Apr. 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 May 19, 9 – 11:30 a.m. (Brownies – Topic: WOW); 1 – 3 p.m. (Brownies – Bugs); 9 a.m. – noon, (Juniors – Flowers) learn, enjoy, 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 Apr. 23 & May 7 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, Houston

OUTDOOR NATURE CLUB, ORNITHOLOGY Meeting 1st Mon., 6:30 – 8 p.m., 713-664-5206,

Tracey Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter Dr., Speaker each month,

http://www.outdoornatureclub.org/ Next opportunity May 7, Topic: TBD 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., westchasedistrictfarmersmarket.com Next Opportunities Apr. 19 &

Apr. 26 care, farmers, Houston

NATIVE PRAIRIES ASSOCIATION of TEXAS Meeting usually 4th Weds. (except Nov./Dec.), 6:45

– 8:30 p.m., McGovern Centennial Gardens, 1500 Hermann Dr., Speaker each month,

HNPAT@texasprairie.org, https://hnpat.wordpress.com/ Next opportunity Apr. 25, Topic: How Turtles

Fit into the Prairie Ecosystem learn, meeting, lecture, Houston

Don Greene Park WORK DAY 3rd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers work to restore new pocket park,6009 Cypress St., www.facebook.com/friendsofdongreene Next Opportunity Apr. 21 care, garden, park, Houston

HOUSTON CANOE CLUB MEETING 2nd Weds., 7 p.m., meeting of canoeing enthusiasts, Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St. http://www.houstoncanoeclub.org/ Next Opportunity May 9 learn, meeting, boat, 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 May 12 enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

ELEANORA’S MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., farmers & artisans sell their wares, Cavatore Italian

Restaurant, 2120 Ella Blvd., http://eleanorasmarket.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 care,

farmers, Houston

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS EXCHANGE Meeting usually 1st Weds., (Feb., May, Aug., Nov.), time varies, potluck meeting to share ideas/resources, location varies, smithedith@aol.com 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

REI CAMP OUT EXPERIENCE & TRAIL RUN Apr. 20 - Apr. 21, camp-out experience, includes

meals, camp reservation, & trail run, 100 Acre Wood Preserve, Hwy. 249 at Jones Rd., see classes &

events at www.rei.com enjoy, camp, walk, park, outside

BEAUTIFY THE BUCKET Apr. 21, 8 a.m. – noon, view painted trash bins that will be placed on

beach, Menard Park, Galveston, http://www.artistboat.org/beautify-the-bucket/ enjoy, beach, pollution,

park, outside

REI CLIMBING TO MY BEST Apr. 22, 1 –3 p.m., kids’ yoga series, Katy Climb Shop, Katy, see

classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, kids, outside

HIKE LONE STAR TRAIL Apr. 21, 9 a.m., join group outing for 11 mi. hike along Lone Star Trail, meet at trailhead #3, Montgomery, https://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails-More/events/calendar/ enjoy, walk, water, outside

REI BIKE MAINTENANCE – DISC BRAKE SYSTEMS Apr. 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn thru hands-on

work & demonstrations about disc brake systems, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes &

events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, outside

ADOPT-A-BEACH CLEAN-UP Apr. 21, 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers remove trash from the beach,

Southern Spears Surf Shop, Galveston, https://www.facebook.com/events/415995358836866/ care,

beach, pollution, outside

GUIDED TOUR OF QUINTANA Apr. 27, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., guided birding tour Quintana Neotropical

Bird Sanctuary & nearby areas, transportation provided, ages 12+, Galveston,

http://www.birdingforfun.com/events.html#BB enjoy, bird, outside

MOBILIZING COMMUNITIES FOR A HEALTHIER FUTURE Apr. 29, 10 a.m. – noon, review of Pasadena Community Survey on residents’ concerns around quality of life, children’s health, air quality, & neighborhood safety, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Pasadena, http://airalliancehouston.org/events/pasadena-town-hall-meeting-mobilizing-communities-for-a-healthier-future/ learn, meeting, pollution, outside

Galveston Bay Foundation BAY DAY FESTIVAL Apr. 21, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., bay-themed arts/crafts, live animal demonstration & touch tanks, scavenger hunt, science & marine exhibits, music & more, Kemah boardwalk, https://galvbay.org/events/ enjoy, learn, kids, animals, water, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science COLLECTION OF HISTORY, MYSTERY & WONDER ongoing, exhibit about wunderkammern, collections made during the renaissance of variety of objects, Sugarland, www.hmns.org enjoy, outside

Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston MAKING HOUSTON A RESILIENT CITY – HOW

HOUSES OF WORSHIP CAN HELP May 6, 4 p.m., learn how Houston can become more resilient,

and the role that houses of worship can play, talk by Jim Blackburn, online, register at:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-houston-a-resilient-city-how-houses-of-worship-can-help-

tickets-44393458028 learn, lecture, media, pollution, energy, water, outside

Brazos Bend State Park YOGA IN THE PARK Apr. 21 & Apr. 28, 6 – 7 p.m., enjoy yoga in the outdoors, Needville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend/park_events enjoy, park, outside

GROWING CUCURBITS Apr. 28, 9 – 10:30 a.m., learn how to cultivate summer/winter squash, cucumber & cantaloupe, Bayside Community Center, Bacliff, https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/educ_programs/educational_programs_0418.htm learn, class, garden, outside

SPRING OUTDOOR CELEBRATION Apr. 21, 12 – 5 p.m., TX game wardens introduce outdoor recreational opportunities to youth, including fishing, archery, kayaking, & rock climbing, plus prizes,Mont Belvieu City Park, Mont Belvieu, https://www.facebook.com/SOCTexas/about/?ref=page_internal enjoy, learn, fish, boat, kids, outside

PAPER SHREDDING EVENT Apr. 28, 9 a.m. – noon, bring paper to be shredded to Missouri City Public Safety HQ, Missouri City, https://www.missouricitygreen.org/upcoming-events.html care, recycle, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden FAMILY NATURE CLUB Apr. 21, 2 - 4 p.m., Houston Zoo outing to Mercer Arboretum, hike thru the forest, look for animals, Humble, https://www.houstonzoo.org/experiences/families/ enjoy, walk, kids, animals, tree, outside

ENERGY DEMOCRACY May 4, 12:15 p.m., webinar on energy democracy, which describes the

work of working people, low-income communities & communities of color to control energy resources

& use those resources to empower their communities,

http://securityandsustainabilityforum.org/webinar-may-4-energy-democracy-9316 learn, lecture,

media, energy, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center BIRD HIKE Apr. 28, 7 - 9 a.m., guided hike to search for migratory birds in forests/prairies, ages 13+, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org enjoy, walk, kids, bird, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center PARTY FOR THE PLANET Apr. 21, 6 p.m., fundraiser to benefit the center, dinner, dancing, auctions & games, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org care, enjoy, outside

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN MEETING Apr. 24, 6 p.m., learn about transportation planning process that looks forward to 2045, Helen Hall Public Library, League City, see calendar at www.cechouston.org learn, meeting, pollution, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center ROOKERY TOUR Apr. 20, 5:30 - 7 p.m., meet at rookery to view the nesting colony, adults only, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org enjoy, learn, bird, outside

TRASH BASH Apr. 21, 9 a.m. - noon, volunteers clean up trash in preserve, Kickerillo-Misher Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., & 100 Acre Wood Preserve, Hwy. 249 at Jones Rd., http://www.bayoulandconservancy.org/ care, pollution, park, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center FIREFLY FRIDAY Apr. 20 & Apr. 27, 7:45 p.m., walk thru the woods to look for fireflies & listen to sounds of the night, ages 6+, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org enjoy, animals, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center PADDLING ARMAND BAYOU Apr. 27, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., byo brown-bag lunch lecture series, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org learn, lecture, boat, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center OWL PROWL/NIGHT HIKE Apr. 28, 7:30 p.m., walk thru the woods to look and listen for owls, ages 6+, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org enjoy, walk, kids, bird, outside

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Apr. 27, 6 – 10 p.m., fundraiser for ducks unlimited, raffle & dinner, B.R. Hester Complex Clute Community Center, Clute, http://www.ducks.org care, bird, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center MIGRATORY BIRD DAY Apr. 29, 1 - 4 p.m., scavenger hunt, games, eBirding and I Naturalist lessons, binocular & scope lessons, lectures & tips for backyard adventures, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org enjoy, learn, kids, bird, outside

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Apr. 26, 6 – 10 p.m., fundraiser for ducks unlimited, live & silent auction, raffle, & dinner, Galveston Island Convention Center, Galveston, http://www.ducks.org care, bird, outside

LAKE RAVEN PADDLE Apr. 21, 10 a.m. join group paddling outing to kayak Lake Raven, https://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, outside

FISHING TOURNAMENT Apr. 21, 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., fundraiser for ducks unlimited, fishing tournament, prizes, Harborwalk Marina, Galveston, http://www.ducks.org care, bird, fish, outside

HIDALGO FALLS RIVER FESTIVAL Apr. 14, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., join group outing to paddle at festival in Navasota, http://www.houstoncanoeclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=2&club_id=496051 enjoy, boat, outside

PAPER SHREDDING EVENT Apr. 28, 9 a.m. - noon, paper & CD shredding, Missouri City Public Safety HQ, Missouri City, https://www.missouricitygreen.org/upcoming-events.html care, recycle, outside

GLOBAL ENERGY SUMMIT Apr. 19, 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., livestream of annual summit, leaders speak on intersection of energy policy, financial markets, environment & geopolitics, http://energypolicy.columbia.edu/livestream learn, lecture, media, energy, outside

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Apr. 27, 6 – 8 p.m., fundraiser for ducks unlimited, auctions, raffles, games, & dinner, Walker County Fairgrounds, Huntsville, http://www.ducks.org care, bird, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden BOTANIC TRIP Apr. 25, 8:15 a.m., senior outing, bus to Peckerwood Garden for private tour; lunch afterward, leaving from Mercer Arboretum, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks/Mercer/Programs enjoy, learn, garden, outside

UNDERSTANDING THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT Apr. 24, 1 – 2 p.m., webinar by US Fish &

Wildlife Service on endangered species act, https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ learn, care, media,

animals, outside

BIOBLITZ Apr. 23 - Apr. 25, Apr. 30, & May 1, volunteers document species found at LongAcres

Ranch, Richmond, https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ care, animals, garden, bird, outside

FISHING TOURNAMENT Apr. 28, 7:30 – 11:30 a.m., kids fishing tournament, ages 4+, prizes

awarded, Seaborne Creek Nature Park, Rosenberg, https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ enjoy, fish, kids,

park, outside

CITY NATURE CHALLENGE Apr. 28, 9 a.m., volunteers document species found at Brazos Bend

State Park as part of contest, Needville, https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ care, animals, garden, bird,

outside

ROBERTS ROAD ELEMENTARY EDUCATION EVENT Apr. 26, 5 – 6:30 p.m., volunteers provide

educational nature game at Science Night, Hockley, https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ learn, kids,

outside

KATY PRAIRIE VISIT Apr. 18, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m., birding trip to Katy Prairie, Waller,

https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ enjoy, bird, outside

WILLOW FORK YOUTH EDUCATION EVENT Apr. 21, 8:30 a.m. – noon, volunteers provide nature

education to youth at skin/skulls/scat booth, Katy, https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ learn, kids,

animals, outside

FEATHERFEST Apr. 17 – Apr. 22, annual birding festival, raptor shows, kids’ activities, birding &

photo classes, photo & birding field trips, turtle tours, social events & more, Galveston,

http://www.galvestonfeatherfest.com/ enjoy, learn, class, bird, photo, kids, animals, outside

PADDLE CYPRESS CREEK Apr. 28, 10 a.m. join group paddling outing along Cypress Creek in Spring, meet at Collins Park, https://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, outside

PADDLE SAN MARCUS RIVER Apr. 21, 9 a.m. join group paddling outing on San Marcus River, https://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, outside

SUMMER COLOR IN THE LANDSCAPE Apr. 25, 10 a.m., learn best options for color in summer,

Arbor Gate, Tomball, http://arborgate.com/classes/ learn, class, garden, outside

Huntsville State Park TEXAS OUTDOOR FAMILY Apr. 28 – Apr. 29, families learn joys of camping, all gear provided, includes learning leave no trace principles, a kids’ hike, geocaching, fire building & outdoor cooking, kayaking, fishing, beach exploration, setting up & breaking camp, & more, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events enjoy, boat, walk, kids, camp, fish, beach, park, outside

MONARCH BUTTERFLIES & OTHER POLLINATORS Apr. 28, 10 a.m., learn about status and

importance of pollinators, Arbor Gate, Tomball, http://arborgate.com/classes/ learn, class, garden,

animals, outside

Huntsville State Park ARBOR DAY TREE HIKE Apr. 27, 2 – 4 p.m., guided hike to check out trees

in the park, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events enjoy, walk, tree,

park, outside

PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY Apr. 28, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., unwanted medications can be

returned for proper disposal, Woodlands Township Town Hall, The Woodlands,

http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ care, pollution, outside

11+ TENNIS TOURNAMENT Apr. 28, 12 - 5 p.m., kids 11+ compete in tennis tournament in Bear

Branch Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy, kids, park, outside

SOGGY DOGGY SWIM DAY Apr. 28, 10 a.m., games, activities, trick competition & pond swimming

for dogs in Creekwood Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy,

animals, park, outside

BACKPACKING TRIP Apr. 20 – Apr. 22, outdoor programs for kids, The Woods Project,

backpacking in Sam Houston National Forest, Nacogdoches,

http://www.thewoodsproject.org/program-calendar/ enjoy, kids, walk, camp, park, outside

FLY CASTING CLINIC Apr. 22, 1 – 4 p.m., learn fly casting at Rob Fleming Park, The Woodlands,

http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ learn, enjoy, fish, park, outside

KAYAK/CANOE TRIP Apr. 20 – Apr. 22, outdoor programs for kids, The Woods Project,

kayaking/canoeing in Huntsville State Park, Huntsville, http://www.thewoodsproject.org/program-

calendar/ enjoy, kids, boat, park, outside

BUTTERFLY COUNT Apr. 28, join other volunteers to count butterflies in Conroe,

http://www.naba.org/chapters/nababest/ care, enjoy, animals, outside

Blackwood Educational Land Institute WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL Apr. 28, 12 – 7 p.m., enjoy Texas wines & foods, Hempstead, https://blackwoodland.org/calendar/ enjoy, farmer, outside

REI WOMEN’S KAYAKING BASICS Apr. 17, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn type of kayak, paddle & personal

flotation device that fits your needs, also learn about local paddling spots, 18750 Gulf Frwy.,

Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, boat, outside

Blackwood Educational Land Institute MORNING IN THE COUNTRY May 5, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., self-guided farm tour, lunch with ingredients from farm, class with farm director & more, Hempstead, https://blackwoodland.org/calendar/ enjoy, learn, farmer, outside

STORM-RESILIENT URBAN FORESTS Apr. 24, noon, webinar explains how inclement weather impacts trees & how to create storm-resilient urban forests,

http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/storm-resilient-urban-forests-the-role-of-species-selection-and-maintenance-pruning/view learn, lecture, media, tree, outside

MIGRATION CELEBRATION Apr. 21, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., tours, presentations, bird of prey programs,

San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge, Brazoria, http://migrationcelebration.org/ enjoy, learn, bird,

outside

REI LEARN TO RAPPEL Apr. 21, 5 – 7 p.m. & May 26, 2 – 4 p.m., learn to climb, clip into an

anchor & rappel back to the ground, Momentum, Katy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn,

class, climb, outside

FARMBEATS: FARM LEVEL COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY Apr. 18, 1 p.m., webinar on new

technology to link sensors & analytics for improved farming,

http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/farmbeats-an-emerging-farm-level-communication-

technology/view learn, lecture, media, farmers, outside

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION Apr. 28, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., family-friendly event includes educational

booths, games, inflates, music, food, crocodile encounter & more, Southdown Park, Pearland,

http://keeppearlandbeautiful.org/event/earth-day-2018/ enjoy, learn, kids, animals, recycle, outside

FIRE, SMOKE, & AIR QUALITY Apr. 23, 2 p.m., webinar on air quality impacts of agricultural &

forestry fires, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/fire-smoke-and-air-quality/view learn, lecture,

media, pollution, farmers, outside

FISHING TOURNAMENT Apr. 21, 9 a.m. - noon, fishing tournament in Pepperdale Park, The

Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy, fish, park, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS Apr. 27, Bridges – build models & investigate forces & Apr. 26, Ungulates – learn all about hoofstock, both grades 1 – 8; Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland learn, enjoy, animals, kids, outside BIKE DEMO DAY Apr. 21, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., try out mountain bikes at Cypress Creek, http://ghorba.org/events/ enjoy, cycle, park, outside Houston Museum of Natural Science SCOUT CLASSES TBD, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland learn, enjoy, kids, outside BIRDING IN HIGH ISLAND Apr. 17, 8:15 a.m., senior outing, birding at High Island, transportation

provided from Spring Cypress Presbyterian Church, Spring, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy,

bird, outside

REI OUTDOOR CLIMBING SKILLS Apr. 28, 1 – 5 p.m., class for gym climbers who want to start

climbing outdoors, course covers anchors, movement, technique & gear, Katy Climb Shop, Katy, see

classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, outside

Huntsville State Park WOMEN ONLY HIKE Apr. 21, 9 a.m. – noon, guided hike for women, learn commonly-made mistakes by outdoors “newbies”, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events enjoy, learn, walk, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park INVASIVES BEWARE TRAINING Apr. 28, 9 a.m., staff naturalist teaches how to

identify invasive species, the importance of monitoring them, & how to remove/control spread, ages

12+, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks/Jones/Programs learn,

care, garden, kids, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park FULL MOON HIKE Apr. 28, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., short program followed by exploration of night life in the park, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events enjoy, learn, walk, park, outside

CLIMATE COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE MEETING Apr. 30 – May 1, annual meeting for the climate

resilience community of practice, Port Aransas,

https://gulfofmexicoalliance.org/announcements/events/ learn, meeting, pollution, outside

FISHING TRIP Apr. 24, 9 a.m., senior outing, fishing in Galveston Bay, gear provided, transportation

provided from North Woods Baptist Church, Spring & Kingwood Community Center, Kingwood,

http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, fish, outside

RAINWATER HARVESTING Apr. 19, 6 p.m., learn about capturing, diverting, & storing rainwater, which is the best source of water for plants, Weekley Community Center, Cypress, https://harris.agrilife.org/events/ learn, class, water, garden, outside

Huntsville State Park EARTH DAY ARTS & CRAFTS Apr. 22, 10 a.m. – noon, arts & crafts project in the nature center, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events enjoy, kids, park, outside

REI FIND YOUR PARK: BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK Apr. 28, 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn about one of

the best spots to recreate in Texas, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at

www.rei.com learn, class, walk, outside

NATURE FEST Apr. 28, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., family fun event with vendors, live entertainment, petting zoos, educational booths & more, Bridgeland Trails, Cypress, http://ghorba.org/events/ enjoy, learn, cycle, kids, animals, park, outside

REI OUTDOOR ROCK CLIMBING Apr. 28, 1 – 5 p.m. & May 20, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., learn to climb

outdoors at Katy Climb Shop, covers anchors, movement, technique & gear, Katy, see classes &

events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, outside

Galveston Island State Park EDIBLE PLANTS HIKE Apr. 21 & Apr. 28, 3 – 4 p.m., learn about foraging & nature as the source of all food, followed by hike about edible plants, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, enjoy, walk, garden, park, outside

REI SPORT CLIMBING ANCHORS May 26, 6 – 8 p.m., learn climbing anchor building in this hands-on class, Katy Climb Shop, Katy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, outside

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Apr. 26, 5:30 p.m., fundraiser for coastal conservation assoc., raffles & dinner, Silver Wings Ballroom, Brenham, http://www.ccatexas.org/events-directory/ care, water, outside

ADDRESSING ONGOING AIR QUALITY CHALLENGES IN HOUSTON Apr. 29, 6 p.m., free

webinar, speaker from Air Alliance Houston discusses public health issues around air quality in

Houston & how you can get involved, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/addressing-ongoing-

air-quality-challenges-in-houston-tickets-43379463142 learn, lecture, media, pollution, outside

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Apr. 19, 6 p.m., fundraiser for coastal conservation assoc., raffles & dinner, Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, Rosenberg, http://www.ccatexas.org/events-directory/ care, water, outside

MOTHS UNDER MOONLIGHT Apr. 27, 7 – 10 p.m., biologists lead search for moths & night insects,

count & document what you see as part of city nature challenge, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller,

http://www.katyprairie.org/events/2018/4/27/moths-under-moonlight-a-city-nature-challenge-

adventure enjoy, animals, outside

FOX FACTS – YOUTH VIDEOCONFERENCE Apr. 24, 9 & 10:15 a.m., 12:30 & 2 p.m., 45-minute

programs with Q&A for grades 1 – 6, online, learn role of foxes in eco-system, body functions &

structures, diet, habitats & fun facts, https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ learn, class,

kids, animals, outside

CAMP LAKE LIVINGSTON Apr. 17 – 19, volunteers take inner-city kids camping, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, fishing, geocaching & more, Lake Livingston, Livingston, https://www.meetup.com/neohouston/events/calendar/ enjoy, camp, fish, boat, walk, kids, outside

BALANCING OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES FOR WILDLIFE HABITAT & FOREST MANAGEMENT Apr. 25, noon, webinar discusses multi-use forestry – managing for health and productivity while

creating deer-friendly habitats, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/managing-forests-for-health-and-deer-populations/view learn, lecture, media, tree, animals, outside

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Apr. 20, 6 p.m., fundraiser for coastal conservation assoc., dinner, Bay Area Community Center, Seabrook, http://www.ccatexas.org/events-directory/ care, water, outside

SPRING FLING thru May 6, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., enjoy migration of songbirds, Quintana Neotropical Bird

Sanctuary, Freeport, http://www.gcbo.org/spring-fling/ enjoy, bird, outside

INSECTARY GARDENS Apr. 19, 10 a.m., learn how to attract beneficial insects to your garden,

Arbor Gate, Tomball, http://arborgate.com/classes/ learn, class, garden, outside

MEMBERS NIGHT at the GEORGE Apr. 20, 7:30 – 10 p.m., astronomers assist museum members with stargazing thru observatory telescopes & privately-owned telescopes, at the George Observatory, Needville, www.hmns.org/observatory enjoy, outside

UNDERUTILIZED HERBS Apr. 21, 10 a.m., learn to grow & use less common herbs, Arbor Gate,

Tomball, http://arborgate.com/classes/ learn, class, garden, outside

Jesse Jones Park BIOBLITZ Apr. 21, 8 a.m., volunteers document & identify plants & animals in the

park, ages 10+, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks/Jones/Programs

care, enjoy, animals, garden, kids, park, outside

HIGH ISLAND BIRD WALKS daily thru Apr. 30, 8:30 a.m., noon, & 4 p.m., guided birds walk of sanctuary, 2088 5th St, High Island, https://houstonaudubon.org/sanctuaries/high-island/plan-your-visit.html enjoy, bird, outside

THE MAGIC OF MONARCHS – YOUTH VIDEOCONFERENCE Apr. 20, 9 & 10:15 a.m., 12:30 & 2 p.m., 45-minute programs with Q&A for grades 1 – 6, online, learn basic needs, life cycle, adaptations, & migration patterns of the Monarch butterfly, live specimens to examine, https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ learn, class, kids, animals, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center BLUEGRASS MUSIC Apr. 28, 12 – 4 p.m., enjoy bluegrass music in

the park, 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar

enjoy, park, outside

REI CLIMBING KNOT BASICS Apr. 28, 11:30 a.m. – noon, learn basics of climbing know tying, all

gear provided, covers when, how & why to use: figure 8, Kleimhurst, overhand, water knot, clove

hitch, girth hitch, bowline & double bowline & more, Katy Climb Shop, Katy, see classes & events at

www.rei.com learn, class, climb, outside

FISHING FEST Apr. 27, 10:30 a.m., senior outing, fishing fest in Burroughs Park, Texas Parks &

Wildlife staff on hand to provide tips, bait/tackle provided, explore the park, transportation provided

from Humble Civic Center, Humble, Kingwood Community Center, Kingwood, Spring Baptist Church,

Spring, & Jersey Village Baptist Church, Jersey Village, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, fish,

outside

REI WOMEN’S LEARN TO CLIMB Apr. 20 & May 18, 6 – 9 p.m., learn about gear, how to put on a

harness, basics of belaying & climbing technique, Katy Climb Shop, Katy, see classes & events at

www.rei.com learn, class, climb, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center BIRDING TRIP Apr. 27, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., birding trip for seniors to see

migratory birds, 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-

Calendar enjoy, bird, outside

NASA BIKE TO WORK DAY Apr. 19, 6:30 - 9 a.m., ride together to work at NASA, food/drinks provided, as well as vendors & bike mechanics, NASA Gilruth Center Bldg, Clear Lake, https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar learn, class, cycle, kids, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center A CLOSER LOOK AT NATURE: LIFE IN THE POND Apr. 19, 10

a.m., educational program for school-aged children, 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball,

http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar learn, enjoy, water, kids, outside

SPRING PRAIRIE DAY Apr. 28, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., iNaturalist class, enjoy wildflowers & wildlife, prairie & plant walks, press a plant to take home, catch insects in sweep nets, document species as part of City Nature Challenge, Deer Park Prairie, 1222 E. Purdue Ln, Deer Park, http://texasprairie.org/index.php/news_and_events/ enjoy, care, animals, garden, park, outside

REI LEARN TO CLIMB Apr. 21, 1 – 4 p.m., instructional course plus 2-week membership at climbing

gym, Katy Climb Shop, Katy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center EARTH DAY Apr. 21, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., grow seedlings, make compost

bin, prepare environmentally-friendly cleaning products, create re-usable bags from t-shirts & learn

about rainwater catchment systems, 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball,

http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar learn, enjoy, water, pollution, garden, kids,

outside

REI HANDS-ON BIKE MAINTENANCE – DRIVE TRAIN Apr. 21 & May 5, 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn about drive train, how to inspect, maintain & adjust front/rear derailleurs, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, bike, outside

SPRINGWOOD VILLAGE EARTH DAY Apr. 20, 12 – 6 p.m., get a free tree to plant, fun family-friendly nature activities, Springwood Village, http://www.springwoodsvillageevents.com/ enjoy, care, tree, outside

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE HOUSTON

Mercer Arboretum STROLLER STROLLS 1st Thurs., 9 – 10 a.m., join other parents to get active in

an outdoor setting, monthly tour of the garden with kids in strollers, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd,

Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks/Mercer/Programs Next opportunity May 3 enjoy, kids,

walk, garden, outside

TEXAS CITY PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAY 2nd Fri., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., volunteers remove

invasive species, harvest native seeds, plant marsh grasses & tend butterfly garden,

http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity May 11 care, enjoy, garden, 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 Apr. 22 & Apr. 29 enjoy, learn, kids, park, outside

TOWN MEETING 2nd Mon., 6:30 p.m., ladies-only group, meeting of Texas Outdoor Women’s

Network at Pallota’s Italian Grill, Conroe, https://www.facebook.com/OutdoorWomenHouston/ Next

Opportunity May 14 learn, meeting, outside

Galveston Island State Park ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE HIKE Sat., 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., short & humorous hike to understand basic survival skills, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 enjoy, kids, walk, park, outside

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING 2nd Sat., 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., City of Houston & Compucycle offer

recycling of electronics, Ellington Field/Clear Lake Neighborhood Recycling Center, Webster,

http://www.compucycle.net/residential-recycling/collection-events/month.calendar/2017/2/1/- Next

Opportunity May 12 care, recycle, outside

GUIDED TRAIL WALK Fri., 8 – 9 a.m., guided 2 miles walk along paved Spring Creek Trail, enjoy

nature & improve health, meet at Big Stone Lodge, Dennis Johnston Park, Spring,

http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunities Apr. 20 & Apr. 27 enjoy, walk,

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, http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/parksites/lakehoustonpark.html Next

Opportunities Apr. 21, Topics: Basic Fishing (a.m.) & Amazing Amphibians (p.m.) & Apr. 28, Topics:

Scavenger Hunt (a.m.) & Archery (p.m.) learn, enjoy, fish, water, animals, kids, park, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center BLUEGRASS CONCERT 4th Sat. 12 – 4 p.m., enjoy bluegrass music in

nature, 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar Next

Opportunity Apr. 28 enjoy, 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 Apr. 19 care, enjoy, garden, outside

SEABORNE CREEK BIRD WALK 1st Weds., 8 - 10 a.m. (Oct. – May), join group for birding walk in park, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, walk, bird, park, outside

CEDAR BAYOU FRIENDS MEETING 1st Tues., 7 p.m. (every other month), group dedicated to

preserving & protecting Cedar Bayou, Roseland Park Pavilion, Baytown,

https://www.facebook.com/cedarbayoufriends Next Opportunity Jun. 5 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 Apr. 22 & Apr. 29 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park GARDENING DAZE Weds., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., volunteers engage in native plant landscaping & habitat restoration, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunities Apr. 18 & Apr. 25 care, garden, park, outside

George Observatory SCOUTING at the OBSERVATORY dates vary, courses for scouts of all

ages, Needville, www.hmns.org Next Opportunity TBD Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, kids, outside

Seaborne Creek Nature Park PLANT WALK 2nd Sat., 9 – 11 a.m., educational plant walk with handouts, includes learning session, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, garden, walk, outside

PLANT STUDY GROUP varies, join group for classroom study on Tuesday, followed by plant walks in park on Saturday, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, walk, bird, park, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science MEMBER EVENT 2nd Sat., 10 a.m., special event for

members on the second Saturday, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugerland, Next Opportunity May 12,

Featuring: Family programming 9 a.m. – noon & more enjoy, Houston

COASTAL PRAIRIE MASTER NATURALIST Meeting 1st Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., social/snacks followed by expert presentation & then chapter business, Rosenberg Civic Center, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/events/ Next Opportunity May 3, 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

GRAND PARKWAY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. - noon, farm-fresh produce for sale from

local farmers, Church of the Holy Apostles, Katy,

http://www.farmersmarketongrandparkway.com/contact.html Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28

care, farmers, outside

COASTAL PRAIRIE MASTER NATURALIST Board Meeting 3rd Tues., 10 a.m. - noon, members invited to attend board meeting, Agrilife Extension Board Room, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/events/ Next Opportunity Apr. 17 learn, meeting, outside

SEABORNE CREEK NATURE PARK WALK 4th Sat., 9:30 a.m. - noon, guided interpretive walks in park, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Apr. 28 enjoy, walk, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park INVASIVES BEWARE usually 3rd Sun., 9 - 11 a.m., document & remove invasive plants & animals, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunity May 20 care, garden, animals, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park BEACH EXPLORATIONS some Sat., 10 – 11 a.m., shell hunting workshop, learn to identify shells, go on expedition to find shells on beach, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 learn, enjoy, walk, animals, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park TADPOLES CLUB Weds., 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. (during school year), interactive program for pre-school kids, animals, puppets, crafts, stories, short walks & more, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunity TBD care, garden, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park BIRDING 1st Sat., 7:45 – 10:45 a.m., guided birding in the park, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunity May 5 enjoy, bird, walk, park, outside

BUCKET BRIGADE INTERPRETIVE BEACH TOURS daily, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (during

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

SEABORNE VOLUNTEER DAY usually 1st Sat. & 2nd/4th Weds., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers work in gardens, or greenhouse, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunities Apr. 18, 8:30 a.m. care, enjoy, garden, 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 Mcedwards@tamu.edu for details,

http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunities Apr. 19 & Apr. 26 care, garden, water, Houston

CITIZEN’S CLIMATE LOBBY MEETING 2nd Sat., 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., organization that advocates for carbon fee & dividend to address climate change, Houston Advanced Research Center, Spring, https://citizensclimatelobby.org/chapters/TX_The_Woodlands/ Next Opportunity May 12 learn, meeting, energy, pollution, 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 Apr. 19 – Apr. 23 & Apr. 26 – Apr. 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 TBD, Topic: TBD 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 Apr. 21 & Apr. 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, seed collecting on Weds., 1222 E.

Purdue Ln, Deer Park, HNPAT@TexasPrairie.org https://hnpat.wordpress.com/hnpat-activities/field-

trips/ Next Opportunity May 9 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Jesse Jones Park TAI CHI in the PARK Weds., 9 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/Community/Parks/Jones/Programs, Next opportunities Apr. 18 & Apr. 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, http://texasprairie.org/index.php/news_and_events/ Next Opportunity Apr. 28 care, bird, 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 Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 enjoy, boat, outside

Huntsville State Park FRIDAY AFTERNOON HIKE Fri., 1 –3 p.m., enjoy guided hike with ranger, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Apr. 20 & Apr. 27 enjoy, walk, park, outside

KINGWOOD FARMERS MARKET Thurs., 3 – 7 p.m., Town Center Park, 8 North Main St., Kingwood, http://www.towncenterevents.com/farmersmarket Next Opportunities Apr. 19 & Apr. 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 May 13 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/ Next Opportunity Apr. 30 learn, meeting,

park, outside

Galveston Island State Park BAY EXPLORATION some Sun., 10 – 11:30 a.m., guided hike, cast

nets to explore bay life, taste edible plants, on way to observation tower, Galveston,

http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Apr. 22 & Apr. 29

enjoy, learn, walk, water, animals, kids, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park FRIENDS MEETING 1st Fri., 1 p.m., seniors meet to enjoy programs on natural history, guided walks &n fun environmental activities, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunity TBD care, garden, animals, park, 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 May 5 enjoy, bird, outside

HUNTSVILLE AUDUBON SOCIETY MEETING 3rd Thurs. (except Dec.), Huntsville Service Center, Huntsville, http://www.huntsvilleaudubon.org/index.html Next Opportunity Apr. 19 learn, meeting, bird, outside

CROSBY FARMERS’ MARKET Weds., 3 - 7 p.m., 311 Wahl St., Crosby, https://www.facebook.com/CrosbyFarmersMarket2018/ Next Opportunities Apr. 18 & Apr. 25 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 Apr. 17 learn, meeting, lecture, bird, outside

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING 1st Sat., 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Kingwood Metro Park & Ride, http://keepkingwoodgreen.org/LocalRecyclingGuide.html Next opportunity May 5 care, recycle, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center BIRD WALK Weds., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 1st Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., 20303

Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar Next opportunities

Apr. 18 & Apr. 25 enjoy, outside, bird, walk

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 May 5

care, 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

Kleb Woods Nature Center VOLUNTEER WORK CREW Mon./Tues., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., 20303

Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar Next opportunities

Apr. 17, Apr. 23/Apr. 24 & Apr. 30 care, enjoy, 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 Opportunities Apr. 29, 10 a.m. – noon & 1 – 3 p.m., Location: East End Lagoon; Apr. 28, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Location: Christmas Bay; Apr. 21, 10 a.m. – noon & 1 – 3 p.m., & Apr. 20, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m., Location: Coastal Heritage Preserve; Apr. 22, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Location: Drum Bay 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 Apr. 19 care, bird,

outside

Baytown Nature Center TYKE HIKE some Fri., 10 a.m., 6213 Bayway Dr, call (281) 424-9198,

http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/baytown-nature-center/calendar, Next

opportunity TBD enjoy, walk, kids, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center GARDEN VOLUNTEER GROUP Tues. & 1st Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.,

20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar Next

opportunities Apr. 17 & Apr. 24 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Baytown Nature Center NURTURE NATURE SERIES usually 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 TBD enjoy, walk, kids, outside

Huntsville State Park BUILD A GATOR FAMILY WORKSHOP Sat., 12 – 1 p.m., turn an audience member into a gator while learning what it takes to make a gator, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 enjoy, learn, animals, park, outside

GROGAN’S MILL FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 2230 Buckthorn Pl, Spring,

http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 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 opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, kids, outside

SUGAR LAND FARMERS MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Imperial Sugar Land, 198 Sugarland St, Sugar Land, https://www.imperialfarmersmarket.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 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

COASTAL HERITAGE PRESERVE WORK DAYS 1st & 3rd Thurs., 9 am.. – noon, plant native grasses, treat & remove invasive species & more, Galveston, http://www.artistboat.org/how-to-help/ Next Opportunity Apr. 19 care, enjoy, garden, 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 Apr. 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, http://www.farmersmarketatbridgeland.org/ Next Opportunity May 13 care, farmers, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center BIRD COUNT usually 2nd Sat., 7 – 10 a.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunity May 12 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 May 2 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/events Next Opportunities Apr. 17, Apr. 20/Apr. 21 & Apr. 24, Apr. 27/Apr. 28 care, garden, outside

CLEAR LAKE SHORES FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1020 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores, https://www.facebook.com/pg/CLSFarmersMarket/about/?ref=page_internal Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 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

Huntsville State Park TRAIL RECOVERY & CLEAN-UP Sun., 8:30 a.m. - noon, volunteers perform trail maintenance & cleaning, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Apr. 22 & Apr. 29 care, enjoy, walk, park, outside

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RECYCLING COALITION usually 2nd Thurs., 12 – 1:30 p.m., webinar

shares information among those working on waste reduction on college campuses,

http://curc3r.org/2018-curc-webinar-series/ Next Opportunity May 1, Topic: Optimizing Recycling &

Waste Bin Infrastructure learn, media, pollution, 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 Apr. 17 - Apr. 20/Apr. 21 & Apr. 24 - Apr. 27/Apr. 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 Apr. 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 Apr. 21 & Apr. 28 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside

PEARLAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, Town Center, 11200 Broadway St., Pearland, http://visitpearland.com/event/pearland-farmers-market-2/all/ Next Opportunity May 12 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 Apr. 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 May 21 enjoy, kids, garden,

outside

SIERRA CLUB Monthly 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 Apr. 18, Topic: Hummingbirds on Parade care, learn, outside

TOMBALL FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 205 W. Main, Tomball, http://www.tomballfarmersmarket.org/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 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 Apr. 17/Apr. 19 & Apr. 24/Apr. 26 care, enjoy,

garden, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden LUNCH BUNCH usually 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 May 9, Topic: Think Outside the Box: Succulent Art

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 opportunity Apr. 18

HIGH ISLAND WORK DAY 2nd Sat., 8:30 a.m. – noon, maintain bird sanctuary, lunch provided, 2088 5th St, High Island, Contact pdeichmann@houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity May 12 care, bird, outside

NASSAU BAY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 18045 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay, https://www.facebook.com/Nassau-Bay-Farmers-Market-217094481767170/ Next Opportunities Apr. 21 & Apr. 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 Apr. 21/Apr. 22 & Apr.

28/Apr. 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 Apr. 21/Apr. 22 & Apr. 28/Apr. 29 learn, 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 Apr. 18 & Apr. 20, Topic:

Earth Day & Apr. 25 & Apr. 27, Topic: Bee-Friendly Gardening learn, class, kids, animals, 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

Apr. 20 & Apr. 27 care, garden, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center PONTOON BOAT CRUISES most Sat.s, 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. and/or

6:30 – 8 p.m.; 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, Fees & registration may be required.

http://www.abnc.org Next opportunities Apr. 21 (a.m. & p.m.) & Apr. 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 Apr. 18 & Apr. 20, Topic: Less is More & Apr. 25 & Apr. 27,

Topic: Show Me Energy learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, 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 opportunity

Apr. 28 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 opportunity Apr. 29, 2 – 4 p.m., Bears: Fur, Feathers, & Ferns learn, class,

kids, walk, animals, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center STEWARDSHIP SATURDAY 8 – noon, 1st & 3rd Sat., 8500 Bay

Area Blvd, Pasadena, registration required, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunity Apr. 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, includes story/songs/short hike/etc., 8500 Bay

Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Apr. 20, Topic: Dragonflies & Apr. 27,

Topic: Lizards learn, enjoy, class, kids, bird, garden, 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 TBD 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 Apr. 28, 1 –3 p.m., Brownies: Outdoor Art Creator & 9 a.m. –

noon, Juniors: Flowers learn, kids, garden, outside

BELLVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET 1st Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, Chesley Park, Bellville, https://www.bellvillefarmersmarket.com/ Next Opportunity May 5 care, farmers, outside

Brazos Bend State Park BIRD WATCHING HIKE usually every other Fri., 8 a.m. & certain

Sat./Sun. (Jan. – May), 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next

opportunities May 5 & May 6 enjoy, bird, walk, park, outside

CHALLENGES & TREATMENT SOLUTIONS FOR SMALL WATER SYSTEMS monthly, 1 p.m., monthly webinar by EPA to communicate with drinking water systems professionals, https://www.epa.gov/water-research/small-systems-monthly-webinar-series Next Opportunity Mar. 27, Topic: Water Security & Resiliency learn, lecture, media, water, outside

Brazos Bend State Park GUIDED PHOTO HIKE usually 1st Sat., (except Jan.), start time varies,

21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity May 5, 5 p.m.

enjoy, photo, walk, park, outside

MILLIKAN RESERVE FARMERS’ MARKET 3rd Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 19851 FM2154, College Station, https://marketonthegreen.splashthat.com/ Next Opportunity May 20 care, farmers, outside

BOLIVAR BEACH RAMBLE 1st Sat., explore Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary,

www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity May 5 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, smithedith@aol.com http://hunstem.uhd.edu/EEE/ Next opportunity TBD, Details: TBD learn, meeting, kids, outside

GALVESTON FARMERS’ MARKET Sun., 9 a.m. – noon (1 p.m. Oct. – May), & Thurs., 3 – 6 p.m., (Sun): 2508 Post Office Rd., (Thurs): The Bryan Museum, Galveston, http://www.galvestonsownfarmersmarket.com/ Next Opportunities Apr. 19/Apr. 22 & Apr. 26/Apr. 29 care, farmers, outside

GALVESTON COUNTY AUDUBON MEETING & BIRDING FIELD TRIP usually 3rd Sat. & prior

Weds., (except Dec.), time varies, various locations, galvestoncountyaudubongroup@gmail.com,

http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/calendar.html Next opportunity : Meeting: TBD Trip: TBD,

Meeting Topic: TBD, Trip Location: TBD learn, meeting, enjoy, walk, bird, outside