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ENJOY, LEARN ABOUT, AND CARE FOR GOD’S GOOD CREATION UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON

HERB SOCIETY MEETING Jul. 19, 6:30 p.m., meeting of group promoting knowledge, use, & delight of herbs, potluck dinner & presentation on Herbs in the Headlines, Garden Pavilion, Hermann Park, 1500 Hermann Dr., http://www.herbsociety-stu.org/ learn, meeting, garden, Houston WESTCHASE DISTRICT CLEAN-UP Jul. 22, 9 a.m., volunteers clean up the Westchase neighborhood, http://www.houstonbeautiful.org/volunteer.html care, pollution, Houston

LEARN TO RIDE CLASSES Jul. 26 & Jul 27, 4 – 5 p.m. & 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., & Jul. 29, 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m., one-on-one classes by certified instructors to learn to ride a bike, for all ages, this is a two-part class, Bethany Methodist Church, 3511 Linkwood Dr., https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar learn, class, cycle, kids, Houston

FILM SELECTION VIEWING PARTY Jul. 20, 6 – 8 p.m., public invited to view 4 – 5 short films & provide feedback to aid in selection of films for Wild & Scenic Film Festival in January, Citizen’s Environmental Coalition, 751 Silver St., #111, see events calendar at www.cechouston.org enjoy, learn, media, Houston

PLANT MATERIALS CENTER Jul. 26, 1 p.m., webinar explains how USDA natural resources conservation service selects projects to do, and products to develop, http://www.climatewebinars.net/upcoming-webinars-1 learn, media, lecture, garden, Houston

HIKE SHELDON LAKE STATE PARK Jul. 22, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., join group 8 mile hike along San Jacinto River, meet at Sheldon Lake State Park, 14140 Garrett Rd., http://www.meetup.com/Houston- Area-Trails-More/events/ enjoy, walk, water, Houston

MOBILITY & GREEN BUILDINGS SEMINAR Jul. 26, 6 – 8 p.m., panel discussion by experts examines mobility options in our area, CoH Permitting Center, 1002 Washington Ave., http://www.greenhoustontx.gov/greenbuilding.html learn, lecture, pollution, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Center IMAGINE & INVENT CAMP Jul. 24 – Jul. 28, 9 a.m. - noon, summer nature camp for ages 5 – 10, use items from nature to create art or inventions, 440 Wilchester Blvd., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/youth/camps/ enjoy, learn, class, kids, animals, fish, walk, tree, Houston

Houston Zoo CUB/BOY SCOUT OVERNIGHT Jul. 21, interactive activities, guided tour, animal meet & greet, dinner/breakfast, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your- visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, learn, kids, animals, Houston

NATIVE THISTLES Jul. 25, 1 p.m., webinar teaches values of native thistles to pollinators & other wildlife, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/native-thistles-important-and-misunderstood-plants- for-conservation/view learn, media, lecture, garden, animals, Houston

REI TEXAS! CAMPING BASICS Jul. 26, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn gear/essentials, local activities, & reginal resources, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center ARBORETUM AT NIGHT: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC Jul. 22, 7:30 – 10 p.m., enjoy beverages & light bits while listening to the sound of a summer night, go on a night hike or listen to musical performance indoors, 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ enjoy, walk, animals, Houston Houston Museum of Natural Science TEEN TECH Jul. 31 – Aug. 3, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., hands- on design, construction, programming & creating for teens, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Houston Zoo SNOW DAYS Jul. 22 – Jul. 23, 9 a.m. - noon, two snow files, one for little children and another for bigger kids, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your- visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, kids, Houston

REI HANDS-ON BIKE MAINTENANCE – DRIVE TRAIN Jul. 19, 7 – 8:30 p.m., informational session - learn about drivetrain & how to maintain, inspect & adjust front/rear derailleurs, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, Houston

Hermann Park NEW GARDEN VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Jul. 19, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., meeting for those interested in becoming regular volunteers in the McGovern Centennial Gardens in the park, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ learn, care, garden, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY Jul. 21, 4:30 – 8:30 p.m., family- friendly event, trails & building open late, food & drink to enjoy 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ enjoy, walk, kids, Houston

HOW TO START A SCHOOL OR COMMUNITY GARDEN Jul. 19, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., learn how to start a school or community garden, Urban Harvest, 2311 Canal St.., http://urbanharvest.org/how-to-start-info-session learn, meeting, garden, Houston Houston Zoo COOL NIGHTS Jul. 21 & Jul. 28, open until 8:30 p.m., (Fri. thru Aug. 11) zoo open for extended evening hours, (7/21): enjoy music, outdoor games & learn about reptiles & amphibians, (7/28): wear your fairy tale gown, meet orangutan & komodo dragon & learn how to help these species live happily ever after, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your- visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, learn, animals, kids, Houston

HOUSTON CANOE CLUB MEETING Aug. 9, join with other canoe enthusiasts & hear about upcoming events, Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonet, http://www.houstoncanoeclub.org learn, meeting, boat, Houston

Buffalo Bayou BLANKET BINGO Jul. 20, 6 – 9 p.m., bingo fundraiser to benefit the park, Market Square Park, 301 Milam St., www.buffalobayou.org care, enjoy, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Center AQUARIUMS & TERRARIUMS CAMP Jul. 17 – Jul. 21, 9 a.m. - noon, summer nature camp for ages 6 – 11, kids learn what it takes for animals to thrive in their environments & now to care for them at home, includes building a miniature forest, designing a pond eco-system & caring for live animals, 440 Wilchester Blvd., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/youth/camps/ enjoy, learn, care, class, kids, animals, Houston

PURPLE MARTIN WATCH EVENT Jul. 22, view purple martins at roost in Willowbrook Mall, 12707 N. Gessner, http://houstonaudubon.org enjoy, bird, Houston

Hermann Park BEES FOR BEGINNERS Jul. 26, 7 – 8:30 p.m., free garden class to learn all about bees in a hands-off class, McGovern Centennial Gardens, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ learn, class, garden, animals, park, Houston

UH DOWNTOWN POCKET PRAIRIE WORK DAY Jul. 28, 9 a.m. - noon, volunteers work in prairie, U.H. Downtown, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar care, garden, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science CRINOIDS – DRIFTING ECOSYSTEMS OF ANCIENT SEAS Jul. 25, 6:30 p.m., paleontologist lectures on ancient seas & crinoids, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, lecture, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science MIXERS & ELIXERS Jul. 21, 7 – 10 p.m., enjoy museum with a drink in your hand, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SUMMER SCIENCE CAMP Jul. 17 – Jul. 21 & Jul. 24 – Jul. 28, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., ages 6 – 12 learn sensational science on variety of topics, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

RESALE SHOP HOP Aug. 29, 9 a.m., senior outing, trip to 3 different resale shops, transportation provided from Fairbanks Library, 7122 Gessner, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ care, enjoy, recycle, Houston

Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center INTO THE FOREST Jul. 31 – Aug. 4, summer nature camp for ages 6 – 10, kids explore all the layers of the forest, learn about trees & creatures that depend on

them, crafts, live animals, nature play & more, 3997 River Dr., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/youth/camps/ learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, tree, Houston

Buffalo Bayou WAUGH BAT COLONY BOAT TOUR Jul. 21, Jul. 22, Jul. 28, Aug. 4, Aug. 5, & Aug. 12, dusk, 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 Houston Zoo CAMP ZOOFARI daily (Mon. – Fri. thru Aug. 11), full or half day, summer camp for kids, half day available for ages 4 - 5, full day for 4 – 16, kids learn about the zoo & animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/education/camp-zoofari/ learn, enjoy, class, animals, kids, Houston Houston Zoo FAMILY OVERNIGHT Jul. 28, 6 p.m. – 9 a.m. (Jul. 29), experience the zoo after dark, flashlight tour to see nocturnal animals on the move, learn how zoo cares for animals, meet ambassador animals, dinner, snack, & breakfast included, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, learn, kids, walk, animals, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Center POND CAMP Jul. 31 – Aug. 4, 9 a.m. - noon, summer nature camp for ages 7 – 11, explore underwater world, design pond aquarium, investigate animals that live beneath the water & wade into hidden habitats, 440 Wilchester Blvd., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/youth/camps/ learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, water, Houston

RIDE AT CYPRESS CREEK Jul 23, 9:30 – 11 a.m., ride on trails, riders in groups by skill level & speed, Cypress Creek trails, Maranantha Rd., http://ghorba.org/events/ enjoy, cycle, park, outside

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office MASTER GARDENER CLASS Jul. 19 & Jul. 26, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Weds. thru Aug. 23), learn to be a master gardener, 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd, fun & education for adults/kids, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/ learn, enjoy, class, garden, Houston

Nature Discovery Center ANIMALS AROUND THE WORLD CAMP Jul. 17 – Jul. 21, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., games, crafts, nature hikes, observation studies & live animal lectures, learn about 5 groups of animals with backbones, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, kids, animals, Houston METRONEXT COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE Jul. 20 & Jul. 29, 10 a.m. - noon, Jul. 25, 6 – 8 p.m., & Jul. 26, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., learn about Metro’s new regional transit plan and contribute your thoughts, (7/20): Acres Homes Multiservice Center, 6719 W. Montgomery Rd., (7/25):White Oak Conference Center, 7603 Antoine, (7/26): Sagemont Community Center, 11507 Hughes, (7/29): Magnolia Multiservice Center, 7037 Capitol, see events calendar at www.cechouston.org learn, meeting, pollution, Houston Nature Discovery Center DEMOLITION – NATURE’S WAY Jul. 24 – Jul. 28 & Jul. 31 – Aug. 4, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., games, crafts, outdoor exploration & hands-on science experiments, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, kids, Houston

REI HANDS-ON BIKE MAINTENANCE – DRIVE TRAIN Jul. 19, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn about drivetrain & how to maintain, inspect & adjust front/rear derailleurs, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, Houston

REI BACKPACKING BASICS II – WHAT’S INSIDE YOUR PACK? Aug. 1, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn tips to cut weight from your pack & tailor gear to your needs, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston

Nature Discovery Center SNEAK A PEEK Jul. 18 – Jul. 20, Jul. 25 – Jul. 27, & Aug. 1 - Aug. 3, 10 – 11:15 a.m., (Tues. – Thurs. until Aug. 10), pre-schooler class, ages 3 – 5, hands-on & fun learning activities, (7/18): Animal Homes, (7/25): Sudsy Science, (8/1): Leaping Lizards, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, kids, animals, 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 FALL VEGETABLE GARDENING Jul. 22, 9:30 a.m. - noon, learn what, when, & where to plant your fall vegetables plus soil, seed & planting techniques; includes container gardening, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class, garden, Houston

BUFFALO BAYOU PARK PRAIRIE WORK DAY Jul. 21, 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers care for prairie in Buffalo Bayou Park, location TBA, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar care, garden, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science TERRESTRIAL LIFE DEBUTS Jul. 19, 6 p.m., guided tour of portion of paleontology hall, includes hands-on fossil experience or short classroom presentation, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, animals, Houston

NIGHT HIKES Jul. 19, Jul. 24, Jul. 26, & Jul. 31, 7 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

ENTERING CADILLAC DESERT Jul. 30, 6 p.m., free webinar by PhD in environmental history on that topic, based upon classic text Cadillac Desert, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connections-between-people-nature-entering-cadillac-desert-tickets- 34853891929?aff=es2 learn, lecture, media, Houston

RACING TO ZERO Jul. 21, 6:30 p.m., documentary screening examines our society’s garbage practices in terms of consumption, preparation, use & production & discovers solutions being pioneered by San Francisco, Rice Media Center, https://www.facebook.com/pg/HoustonGreenFilmSeries/events/?ref=page_internal learn, media, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science AMBER SECRETS ongoing, exhibit of amber gems, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, Houston

MONARCH CONSERVATION – HIGH QUALITY HABITAT Jul. 20, 1 – 2 p.m., webinar presents 3 most important considerations for high quality monarch habitat, https://txmn.org/coastal/events/ learn, class, media, animals, Houston

RUN FOR WELLNESS Jul. 23, 7 – 8:30 a.m., free 5K run, Freedom Park, 18050 Westheimer, https://thehwporg.presencehost.net/news-events/event-calendar.html enjoy, walk, park, Houston

DROUGHT & URBAN FORESTS Jul. 25, 1 p.m., webinar by experts about drought stress on urban forests & how to manage urban landscapes, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/drought- urbanforests learn, media, lecture, tree, water, 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

OPOSSUM & PAL ORIENTATION Jul. 22 & Aug. 5, 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn to care for opossums & their young, Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ learn, care, class, animals, 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

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center SUMMER CAMP Jul. 17 – Jul. 21, Jul. 24 – Jul. 28, & Jul. 31 – Aug. 4, (daily Mon. – Fri. thru Aug. 11), 9 a.m. – noon & 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., summer camp for kids, 3 age groups: 5 – 6, 7 – 8, & 9 – 12, (7/17): Fun in the Sun, & (7/24): City Critters, (7/31): Nature’s Inventors, 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ learn, enjoy, kids, animals, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science TOURMALINE TREASURES thru Sep. 30, exhibit of the world’s finest naturally crystallized tourmalines, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, enjoy, Houston

Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston BECOMING CARBON NEUTRAL Aug. 6, 4 – 5:30 p.m., learn what carbon neutral design is for individuals & houses of worship, University of St. Thomas, Robertson Hall, or online, register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interfaith-environmental- network-of-houston-becoming-carbon-neutral-tickets-35844575089?aff=es2 learn, lecture, pollution, Houston

Nature Discovery Center FAMILY NATURE NIGHT: BACK TO THE BONE Aug. 9, 6:30 – 8 p.m., snacks, craft, nature walk, kid-friendly presentation about Texas Snakes, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, walk, animals, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SUMMER SCOUT CAMP Jul. 31 – Aug. 4, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., wide variety of classes for boy scouts, cub scouts & girl scouts, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hmns.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Summer-Scouts-2017-Catalog-printable.pdf learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

FUNDRAISER DINNER Jul. 27, 6 – 9:30 p.m., fundraiser dinner for ducks unlimited, auctions, drawings & dinner, Shirley Acres, 217 Woerner Rd., http://www.ducks.org care, birds, Houston

REI WRENCH NIGHT Jul. 26, 7 p.m., work on your bike alongside professionals, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, cycle, Houston

Houston Zoo SPOTLIGHT ON SPECIES: WORLD TIGER DAY Jul. 29, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Malayan tigers enjoy special enrichment, keeper talks to learn about these animals & the impact palm oil has on them. Crafts & games, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your- visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, learn, kids, animals, Houston

BIKE SAFETY CLASS Jul. 22, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., bike safety course taught by nationally- certified instructor, learn traffic skills, commuting tips, accident avoidance, where to ride & more, Rice University Rec. Center, 6100 Main St., https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar learn, class, cycle, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center DRINK & DRAW: WAX RESIST Jul. 29, 5 – 7 p.m., learn how to use wax in watercolor paintings while enjoying beer from St. Arnold’s, 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ learn, enjoy, class, Houston WAUGH BRIDGE BAT COLONY TOUR Aug. 30, 4:30 p.m., senior outing, take pontoon boat ride to view bats emerge at dusk, transportation provided from Oaks Presbyterian Church, 1576 Chantilly Ln., http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, boat, animals, Houston SCIENCE, BUSINESS & EDUCATION OF SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE BUILDING Jul. 19, 1:15 – 2:45 p.m., webinar to address sustainable infrastructure building resilience; systems thinking applied to the built environment & status of university sustainability educational programs, http://securityandsustainabilityforum.org/ learn, lecture, media, Houston

GLOBAL ATLAS OF MARINE FISHERIES Jul. 26, 1:15 – 2:45 p.m., webinar to results of 10-year study of marine fisheries globally, the only such study of its kind, http://securityandsustainabilityforum.org/ learn, lecture, media, fish, Houston

Houston Zoo GIRL SCOUT OVERNIGHT Jul. 22 & Jul. 29, interactive activities, guided tour, animal meet & greet, dinner/breakfast, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your- visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, learn, kids, animals, Houston Houston Arboretum & Nature Center INTRO. TO TEXAS WINES Jul. 29, 7 – 9 p.m., learn about Texas wines, including a guided tasting, 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ learn, enjoy, class, farmer, Houston

HOME-BASED REHABILITATION Aug. 12, 3 - 5 p.m., learn about home-based wild animal rehabilitation to decide if it’s for you, Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ learn, care, class, animals, Houston

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON

Houston Museum of Natural Science FEEDING FRENZY Fri., 9:30, 10 & 10:30 a.m. (during summer), watch carnivores (snakes, tarantulas, mantises…) dine on their catch, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, Next Opportunities Jul. 21 & Jul. 28 learn, enjoy, kids, animals, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WING IT! Tues., 10:30 a.m. (during summer), butterfly experts explain a day in the life of a butterfly, the journey of a butterfly from its tropical home to the museum, & witness a butterfly release of a newly hatched butterfly, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, Next Opportunities Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 learn, enjoy, kids, animals, Houston

YOGA AT LEVY PARK Mon. – Fri., 6 p.m. & Sat./Sun., 10 a.m., yoga class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park LET’S GO FISHING Sat., 11 a.m. - noon, learn basic fishing skills: how to tie knots, best way to cast & angler’s toolbox & more, poles available to borrow, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 enjoy, park, kids, fish, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science OPEN SPACE Mon. - Fri., 12:30, 1:15 & 1 p.m. (thru Aug. 18), be a test pilot for a new way of flying using interactive visualizations of the cosmos, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, Next Opportunities Jul. 17 – Jul. 21, Jul. 24 – Jul. 28 & Jul. 31 – Aug. 4 enjoy, learn, kids, 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 Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 care, farmer, kids, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park TECH IN THE PARK Fri., 11 a.m. - noon, learn about apps for creating long-lasting memories, park-related games & information about park resources, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 21 & Jul. 28 learn, park, kids, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park SKIN, SKULLS & SCAT Sat., 2 – 3 p.m., there are many creatures in the park, come find out what they leave behind, environmental learning center, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 enjoy, learn, park, kids, animals, Houston

Hermann Park YOGA IN THE PARK Sat., 8:15 – 9:15 a.m. (thru Aug. 15), enjoy yoga in the park, near Jones Reflecting Pool, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 enjoy, park, Houston

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

Sheldon Lake State Park THE ART OF NATURE Weds., 3 – 4 p.m., create craft inspired by the park, materials provided, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon- lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 enjoy, park, kids, 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 Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 care, farmer, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park PRAIRIE PROWL Sun., 9 – 10 a.m., enjoy walk along boardwalk & learn about animals that live in coastal prairie & wetlands, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state- parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 23 & Jul. 30 enjoy, park, kids, animals, walk, Houston

Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center BIRD BUDDIES Fri., 10 – 11:30 a.m. (thru May), kids 3 – 5 discover birds & other animals, includes crafts, games & more, 3997 River Dr., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/youth/ Next Opportunity TBD 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

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 Jul. 22 learn, enjoy, class, kids, 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 Jul. 29 enjoy, kids, park, Houston

ZUMBA AT LEVY PARK Mon., 6:30 p.m., zumba class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Jul. 24 & Jul. 31 enjoy, learn, class, 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

Discovery Green ROLLER RINK Daily, 5 - 10 p.m. (11 p.m. on Fri.), Sat., 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. & Sun., 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., skate outdoors to music, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston

INSPIREFIRE WORKSHOP AT LEVY PARK 3rd Sat., 3 p.m. (thru Aug.), workshop in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 19 learn, enjoy, class, kids, park, Houston

DRUM JAM AT LEVY PARK 2nd Sun., 2:30 p.m., enjoy drum concert in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 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 Jul. 18

Houston Museum of Natural Science STORY TIME IN THE HIVE Mon. - Fri., 11 a.m. (thru Aug. 18), story time in the Cockrell Butterfly center, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, Next Opportunities Jul. 17 – Jul. 21, Jul. 24 – Jul. 28 & Jul. 31 – Aug. 4 enjoy, kids, animals, 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 Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 care, recycle, park, Houston

SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM WORKSHOP last Fri., 2 – 4 p.m. (thru Nov.), 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/2016/07/solar- energy-system-workshop/ Next Opportunity Jul. 28 learn, class, pollution, Houston

Discovery Green PARKOUR Thurs., 6:30 - 8 p.m., experienced coaches turn work-out into play, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 enjoy, class, park, 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 Opportunities Aug. 3 & Aug. 5, Topic: Cool Cats learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, 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 Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 enjoy, class, park, Houston

VEGAN FOR LIFE Meeting last Sat., 7 p.m., monthly meeting for vegans to plan activities & activism, Central Market Community Room, 3815 Westheimer, Next Opportunity Jul. 29 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 Aug. 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 TBD 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 Opportunities Aug. & & Aug. 12, Topic: Rolling Rhinos learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

Discovery Green CORE-FOCUSED YOGA Tues., 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. (in Mar.), practice yoga for strength and flexibility, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Discovery Green YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP Sat., 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., kids learn to express their thoughts & develop language skills, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 learn, class, kids, 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 Aug. 12 care, pollution, garden, Houston

Discovery Green CIRCUS ARTS Tues., 6 – 8 p.m., ground arts & acrobatics, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS III one Weds. or Sat./month, 10:30 – 11:20 a.m. on Weds, 2 - 3 a.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 Jul. 19 & Jul. 22, Topic: Beautiful Bald Eagles learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

Hermann Park SPANISH LANGUAGE CONVERSATION GROUP certain Fri., noon - 1 p.m., group meets to converse in Spanish, bring your own lunch, McGovern Centennial Gardens Family Pavilion, 1700 Hermann Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, 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 Aug. 12 enjoy, Houston

PIANO CONCERT AT LEVY PARK Weds., noon, enjoy piano concert in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 enjoy, park, Houston

OLIVEWOOD CEMETERY CLEAN-UP 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 Aug. 19 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

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 Jul. 21 & Jul. 28 enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Discovery Green ZUMBA Weds., 6 - 7 p.m., personal trainer shows you how to make your workout a party, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 enjoy, class, 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 Jul. 30 care, tree, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science HMNS AFTER DARK monthly, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., museum open late one day/month, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity Jul. 26 enjoy learn, Houston

NATURE & ECLECTIC OUTDOORS MONTHLY MEETING date/time varies, informal meeting to discuss upcoming events & volunteer opportunities, https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, meeting, Houston

CANOEING/KAYAKING/SUP/SURFING daily, rentals, guided tours & lessons available, variety of locations, Bayou City Adventures, 1520 Silver St., http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, Houston

Exploration Green TRAIL BLAZING DAY some Sat.s, 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers clear trails in new park, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunity Aug. 5 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 Jul. 21 – Jul. 23 & Jul. 28 – Jul. 30 enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center SCIENCE SPROUTS some Thurs., 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. (during school year), kids 4 & 5 learn about science/nature, take guided walk, get up close with

nature, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, kids, class, animals, walk, Houston

HULLABALOO 3rd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., cyclist get-together, location varies, partners each month with a like-minded organization, www.bikehouston.org Next Opportunity Jul. 20, Location: West End Bikes, 5427 Blossom St. enjoy, cycle, Houston

PLANT PROPAGATION PROGRAM 2nd & 4th Thurs., 9a.m. - noon, volunteers work in park greenhouse to propagate plants, south side of Memorial Dr. E., Memorial Loop & Crestwood, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Jul. 27 care, garden, Houston

SATURDAY MORNING WALKS Sat., usually 8:30 a.m., join group walk 3 – 4 mi. walk in Terry Hershey Park, meet at gazebo near restrooms, http://www.meetup.com/Casual-Walking-and-Hiking- in-West-Houston/ Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 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 Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 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 Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 learn, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park BIRD SURVEY 3rd Sat. (Sep. – May), bird survey in the park, contact [email protected] for details, 14140 Garrett Rd. Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, garden, Houston

TAI CHI AT LEVY PARK Weds., 6 p.m., enjoy tai chi in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

STORMWATER WETLAND PROGRAM VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers propagate plants in nursery at Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, or at Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson, Contact [email protected] for details, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunities Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 care, garden, water, 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 Jul. 20, Topic: Prescribed Burn Associations learn, class, media, animals, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary FAMILY WORK DAY usually 4th Sat., 9 a.m. – noon (except summer), maintain bird sanctuary, children 5+ welcome, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD care, kids, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY HIKE Sun., 2 - 3 p.m., hike with park ranger to learn about native peoples & how they lived, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state- parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 23 & Jul. 30 learn, enjoy, park, walk, Houston

BOOTCAMP AT LEVY PARK Sat., 8:30 a.m., intense exercise class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 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 Jul. 22 care, walk, park, outside

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 Jul. 20 learn, enjoy, class, photo, 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 Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 enjoy, park, garden, Houston

Discovery Green CIRCO AVENIDA Fri., 7 - 10 p.m., circus on the Avenida, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 21 & Jul. 28 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr TADPOLE TROOPERS one Sat./month, 9 – 10:15 a.m., 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. & 1 – 2:15 p.m., (during school year), kids ages 3 – 5 (with parent) learn natural science, do craft, walk outside, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, class, kids, animals, Houston

Discovery Green SALSA CLASSES Thurs., 7 - 8 p.m., learn Latin dancing, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 enjoy, class, park, 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 Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 care, garden, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou LOOKING BACK BOAT TOUR usually 4th Sat., 10 - 11:30 p.m., guided historical tour along Buffalo Bayou, from 150 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou VOLUNTEER DAY 3rd or 4th Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., volunteers help maintain the park, meet at Water Works, 105 Sabine St., https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/BuffaloBayouPartnership/volunteerwaiver.html Next Opportunity TBD care, park, water, Houston

Buffalo Bayou 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 TBD enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GREEN THUMB LECTURE (Jan – Oct.): 2nd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Barbara Bush Library, 6817 Cypresswood Dr., 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Spring Branch Memorial Library, 930 Corbindale, 3rd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Freeman Branch Library, 16616 Diana Ln, register 281-855-5600, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/. Next Opportunities Aug. 10, Jul. 18, & Jul. 20, respectively, July Topic: Raised Beds, Drip Irrigation & Rain Barrels, August Topic: Fall Vegetables 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 Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 enjoy, cycle, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB usually 3rd Thurs., 4 – 5:30 p.m. (during school year), school-age kids 6 - 12 learn about nature, make craft, take hike & more, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD 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 TBD enjoy, park, water, walk, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary SATURDAYS in NATURE 2nd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon (during school year), hands-on science program for families, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with [email protected], http://www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD 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 Aug. 10, Topic: Attracting Bluebirds to Your Garden 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 Aug. 19 care, recycle, park, Houston

TOUR DE CYPRESSWOOD Tues., 6 p.m., join group ride for beginners on Cypresswood trails, Cypress, http://www.meetup.com/HoustonCyclingClub/ Next Opportunities Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 enjoy, cycle, outside

Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr NATURALIST EXPLORERS one Sat. each month, 9 – 11 a.m. (during school year), kids ages 5 - 8 learn natural science thru instruction & hands-on activities, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity TBD 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

ENVIRONMENT MATTERS monthly, 6 – 7 p.m., monthly social for anyone interested in the environment, learn from experts, hear about upcoming events, & enjoy the get-together, Eureka Heights Brewing Co., 941 W. 18th St., see calendar at www.cechouston.org Next Opportunity TBD learn, meeting, Houston

BIRD WALK 2nd Sat., 7:30 a.m. (Sep. - May), meet at cabin, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900 or http://www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, bird, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM 3 Mon.s/month, 1 – 3 p.m. (during school year), kids ages 5 - 12 learn natural science thru instruction, hands-on activities, & guided nature walks, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, class, kids, Houston

POETRY AT LEVY PARK 1st Fri., 7 - 8 p.m., teens perform poetry, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 4 enjoy, kids, 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 Jul. 18, Jul. 24, Jul. 25 & Jul. 31 learn, care, media, Houston

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

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 Aug. 4 enjoy, cycle, outside

Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr BIRD COUNT 3rd Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., meet in front of center to document birds in arboretum, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity: Aug. 19 care, bird, 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 Aug. 19 learn, care, animals, Houston, class

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 Aug. 10, Topic: TBD care, learn, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council PARKS & NATURAL AREAS Meeting 2nd Mon., 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., discussion of parks/natural areas in 13-county region, 3555 Timmons Ln., justin.bower@h- gac.com Next Opportunity Aug. 14 learn, meeting, park, Houston

PROJECT BLAZING STAR usually 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 Aug. 12 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 Aug. 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 Jul. 15 care, tree, Houston

BAYOU RIDE 1st Sun., 8 – 11 a.m., Bike Houston offers guided educational ride, start at NikosNikos Market Square, 301 Milam, moderate pace with stops, www.bikehouston.org Next Opportunity Aug. 6 enjoy, cycle, water, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council LIVABLE HOUSTON INITIATIVE 4th Weds., 12 - 1:30 p.m., discuss vision of desired future for Houston residents & how to achieve, 3555 Timmons Ln., [email protected] Next Opportunity Jul. 26 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 Aug. 9 care, meeting, learn, Houston COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RECYCLING COALITION 2nd Thurs., 12 – 1:30 p.m., webinar shares information among those working on waste reduction on college campuses, http://curc3r.org/webinars/2017-webinar-series/ Next Opportunity Aug. 10, Topic: Engaging the Campus to Improve Recycling Participation learn, media, pollution, Houston BAT CHAT 1st, 3rd, & 4th Fri., 30 min. before sunset, Waugh Street Bridge Allen Pkwy & Waugh, www.waughbatmonitor.org Next Opportunity Jul. 21 learn, enjoy, animals, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary RUMMEL CREEK STREAM TEAM WORK DAY 4th Sat., (in season) remove invasives/litter, plants natives, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD care, water, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURE REVEALED usually one Sat./month, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. & some Tues., 2 – 4 p.m., learn about plants & animals, ages 13+, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, class, animals, garden, Houston

CITY HALL FARMERS’ MARKET Weds., 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., (except summer/winter) in front of city hall, 901 Bagby, www.urbanharvest.org Next Opportunity TBD care, farmers, Houston

TRANSITION HOUSTON Monthly Meeting 1st Tues., 7 – 9 p.m., Group supports transition from oil dependency to local resilience, location varies, www.transitionhouston.org Next Opportunity Aug. 8 learn, meeting, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TUESDAY TRAIL CREW Tues., 9 a.m. – noon, trail maintenance, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 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.twrc-houston.org/ Next Opportunity Jul. 22 care, learn, class animals, Houston

NATURE PHOTO ASSOC Meeting usually 3rd Weds., 7 p.m., (Sep. – May) meet at library, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next Opportunity TBD, 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 Aug. 13 learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

Houston Audubon ARCHBISHOP FIORENZA PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 4th Weds., 8 a.m., join group to survey birds, 13551 Westpark, [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Jul. 26 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., 1st &

3rd Mon, 8:30 – 11 a.m., 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd, fun & education for adults/kids, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/ Next Opportunities Jul. 25 & Aug. 7, respectively learn, enjoy, garden, kids, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATIVES NURSERY VOLUNTEERS Fri., a.m., separate seedlings, re-pot plants, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Jul. 21 & Jul. 28 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 Jul. 20 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 Jul. 28 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 Aug. 6 enjoy, cycle, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center PHENOLOGY WALK 2nd & 4th Sat., 9 a.m., guided walk along phenology trails, 4501 Woodway Dr., Next Opportunity Jul. 22 learn, walk, Houston

Rice University FARMERS MARKET Tues., 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 5491 Greenbriar. Next Opportunities Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 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, [email protected], Next opportunity Aug. 29 Location: Kleb Woods enjoy, learn, walk, 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 Jul. 20, Topic: Federally-Petitioned Plant Species of TX 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 Jul. 22 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 Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

GREATER EAST END FARMERS’ MARKET Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 2700 block of Navigation, across from Ninfa’s. Next opportunities Jul. 23 & Jul. 30 care, farmers, Houston

Nature Discovery Center WALK ON THE WILD SIDE one Sat./month., 10 a.m., fun family-friendly walks to learn about wild nature, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity TBD 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 Aug. 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 Jul. 17 – Jul. 21 & Jul. 22 & Jul. 24 – Jul. 28 & Jul. 29 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 Jul. 20 care, Houston

Houston Audubon BIRDING CLASS & FIELD TRIP usually 3rd or 4th Sat. & prior Thurs., 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 Aug. 17 & Aug. 19, Topic: Habitat Gardening & Landscaping to Benefit Birds, Location: TBD enjoy, bird, Houston

VOLUNTEER TUESDAYS Tues., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteer in demonstration habitat, Environmental Institute of Houston, UH-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., http://prtl.uhcl.edu/portal/page/portal/EIH Next Opportunities Jul. 18 & Jul. 25 care, garden, Houston

WHITE OAK BAYOU BOARD MEETING 2nd Tues. (except November), 7 – 8 p.m., monthly board meeting of the White Oak Bayou Association, location varies, to attend, call them at 765-426-1743, http://whiteoakbayou.org Next Opportunity Aug. 8 learn, meeting, water, 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 Aug. 5, Topic: African Painted Dogs 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 Jul. 22 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 Jul. 18 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 Jul. 22/Jul. 23 & Jul. 29/Jul. 30 learn, Houston, garden, media

Nature Discovery Center MONDAY MORNING GARDENING 1st Mon., 9:30 a.m. – noon (except summer), learn about native plant gardening & assist center, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 7 learn, care, garden, Houston

Hogg Bird Sanctuary BIRD SURVEY usually 1st Mon., 8:30 - 11 a.m., 1 Westcott St., Contact Aaron at [email protected] or 713-781-1372, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next opportunity Aug. 7 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 TBD, learn, enjoy, class, kids, bird, water, Houston

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

WOODLAND PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 2nd Sat., 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., join group for birding, 212 Parkview, [email protected] or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Aug. 12 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 Aug. 1 learn, meeting, animals, Houston

Willow Waterhole Reserve BIRD COUNT 3rd Sat., 8 – 11 a.m., http://wwgc.org/ or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Aug. 19 care, bird, Houston

MASTER NATURALIST Monthly Meeting 1st Thurs., 6:30 – 9 p.m., guest speaker at each meeting, Judson Robinson Jr. Recreation Center, 2020 Hermann Dr., Next opportunity Aug. 3, Topic: TBD learn, lecture, meeting, Houston

Hermann Park BIRD SURVEY 2nd Mon., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Call Jim or Harlan at 713-932-1639, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Aug. 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 Jul. 20 learn, cycle, meeting, Houston

EASTSIDE FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 300 Richmond Ave. Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 care, farmers, Houston

FOOD POLICY WORKGROUP Monthly Meeting 2nd Weds., 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Bring your own lunch, Upper Kirby Building,3015 Richmond Ave, RSVP [email protected], Next opportunity Aug. 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 Aug. 14 care, learn, meeting, garden, Houston

BRAYS BAYOU ASSOCIATION MEETING 3rd Mon., 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of the association, speaker at each meeting, The Gathering Place, 5310 S. Willow Dr., Contact [email protected] Next Opportunity Aug. 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 Aug. 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

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TITMOUSE CLUB Tues. & Wed, 10 a.m., (Sep. – May), ages 2.5 - 5, stories, hands-on activities, nature walks & crafts, [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD 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 TBD 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 Jul. 27 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 TBD enjoy, learn, kids, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center TYKE HIKE some Mon.s, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m., (except June/July), kids 18 mo. – 3 with parent, story, craft & stroller-friendly hike, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org. Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, learn, walk, kids, Houston

OUTDOOR NATURE CLUB, ORNITHOLOGY Meeting 1st Mon., 6:30 – 8 p.m., 713-664-5206, Bayland Community Ctr, 6400 Bissonnet, Speaker each month, Next opportunity Aug. 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. Next Opportunities Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 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, [email protected], https://hnpat.wordpress.com/ Next opportunity Jul. 26, Topic: Bringing Back Native Grasslands learn, meeting, lecture, Houston Discovery Green SUNDOWN AT THE GROVE Weds., 5:30 - 8 p.m., (thru Aug. 30), sample local craft beer & enjoy food pairings while DJ plays music, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 enjoy, park, 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 Aug. 19 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 Aug. 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 TBD enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS EXCHANGE Meeting usually 1st Weds., (Feb., May, Aug., Nov.), time varies, potluck meeting to share ideas/resources, location varies, [email protected] http://hunstem.uhd.edu/EEE/ Next opportunity TBD Details: TBD learn, meeting, kids, Houston

ENJOY, LEARN ABOUT, AND CARE FOR GOD’S GOOD CREATION UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE HOUSTON

REI BIKE MAINTENANCE – LEVEL 1 Jul. 19, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn routine bike maintenance, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, outside Houston Zoo HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM: THE WILDS Jul. 19 a.m., ocean education at Surfside Jetty Park, learn about animals that call our beaches home, issues facing them, & what’s being done to help, Surfside Beach, http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ learn, care, kids, animals, outside Lake Houston Wilderness Park SCAVENGER HUNT Jul. 29, start at the nature center with list of things to find, enjoy the park during your search, New Caney, http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/parksites/lakehoustonpark.html enjoy, walk, park, outside

GALVESTON BAY COUNCIL QUARTERLY MEETING Jul. 19, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., public invited to discuss revision of the Galveston Bay Plan, a conservation & management plan, Harris- Galveston Subsidence District, Friendswood, see events calendar at www.cechouston.org learn, care, meeting, water, outside

RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP Jul. 22, 9:30 – 11 a.m., learn about water conservation& pollution reduction using rain barrels, includes rain barrel kit, Pasadena Convention Center, Pasadena,

http://galvbay.org/how-we-protect-the-bay/in-our-communities/rain-barrel- program/2017rbschedule/prbw2017/ learn, care, class, water, outside

WHITE WATER KAYAKING WEEKEND Jul. 28 – Jul. 30, join group outing to kayak in San Marcos, equipment and kayak instruction included in price, Olympic Outdoor Center, San Marcos, http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com/clubportal/Calendar.cfm?clubID=3 enjoy, walk, park, outside

REI FIND YOUR PARK: BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK Jul. 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m., discover one of the best spots to recreate in Texas, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, camp, outside

Galveston Island State Park ON THE TRAIL WITH BUFFALO SOLDIERS Jul. 29, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., solider camp set up, learn history, beach play, fun in the sun & outdoor skills, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, enjoy, beach, park, outside

SCIENCE, BUSINESS & EDUCATION OF SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE BUILDING Jul. 19, 1:15 – 2:45 p.m., webinar to address sustainable infrastructure building resilience; systems thinking applied to the built environment & status of university sustainability educational programs, http://securityandsustainabilityforum.org/ learn, lecture, media, outside

Galveston Island State Park GO FISH! Jul. 29, 9 a.m. - noon, youth & adults learn the basics of fishing thru fun, hands-on activities, equipment & bait provided or bring your own, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, enjoy, class, fish, park, outside

George Observatory ROCKET DAY FOR KIDS Jul. 29, 10 a.m. – noon, kids construct & launch water rockets, take trip to the moon, Needville, www.hmns.org/observatory enjoy, learn, kids, outside

SENSATIONAL BAY! FAMILY NATURE PROGRAM Jul. 28 & Jul. 29, 9 - 11:30 a.m., families learn about Galveston Bay estuary & watershed; activities will engage the five senses, Trinity Bay Discovery Center, Baytown, https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/r6uB5ZU3m9tdnJ2Xs20A7v09 learn, enjoy, class, kids, water, outside Houston Zoo FAMILY NATURE CLUB Jul. 22, 5 p.m., families look for wildlife at Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden, accompanied by staff person, Humble, http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your- visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, learn, kids, animals, Houston METRONEXT COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE Jul. 18, Jul. 19, & Jul. 27, 6 – 8 p.m., learn about Metro’s new regional transit plan and contribute your thoughts, (7/18): Klein ISD Multiservice Center, Spring, (7/19):Humble Civic Center, Humble, (7/27):Quail Run Community Center, Missouri City, see events calendar at www.cechouston.org learn, meeting, pollution, outside

REI LEARN TO CLIMB Jul. 31, 6 – 9 p.m., learn to climb, package includes instruction and two- week membership at Momentum, Katy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, outside

Galveston Island State Park TURTLE PATROL Jul. 21 & Jul. 28, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., (Fri. in summer), volunteers assist rangers in their beach patrol for turtles, meet at day use picnic area, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events care, learn, enjoy, beach, animals, park, outside

WILD WATER Jul. 26, 6 - 8 p.m., kids 5 – 8 explore newest wetland, fishing net in hand, to learn wild & watery way of frogs, insects & birds, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org learn, enjoy, class, kids, water, animals, outside SUNSET BIKE RIDE Jul. 22, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., all ages enjoy an evening ride in Warren Ranch, Hockley, http://www.katyprairie.org enjoy, cycle, kids, outside

Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center LOOK AT THE FLOWERS & TREES Jul. 28, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., kids talk on how interacting with greenscapes & outdoor play can help with schoolwork, emotions & creativity, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/springcreekgreenwaynaturecenter/events/?ref=page_internal learn, lecture, kids, park, outside

BUTTERFLIES, BUGS & INSECTS CLASS Jul. 19, 9 a.m., class for kids to learn about butterflies, bugs & insects in Texas & how they help our gardens grow, Arbor Gate, Tomball, http://arborgate.com/classes/ learn, class, garden, animals, outside

WATER WEEKEND Jul. 29 – Jul. 30, join group trip to enjoy tubing and Schlitterbahn, New Braunfels, meet at Katy Park & Ride to carpool at 8 a.m., https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ enjoy, swim, water, outside

GRASSES THAT CHANGED THE WORLD Jul. 19, 6 - p.m., kids 5 – 8 learn how grass changed human history & shaped Texas culture and how grasses may solve some of our modern-day problems too, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org/events/?view=calendar&month=June-2017 learn, enjoy, garden, outside

PADDLE LAKE WOODLANDS Jul. 29, 5 p.m., join group kayaking on Lake Woodlands, followed by a concert, meet at Riva Row Boat House, The Woodlands https://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, outside

NATIVE PRAIRIES VICTORIA CHAPTER ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING Jul. 19, meeting to organize a chapter of the Native Prairies Association of Texas in Victoria, Bayside Seafood Restaurant, Victoria, http://texasprairie.org/index.php/news_and_events/ learn, meeting, garden, outside

RIVER RESCUE CLASS Jul. 23, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, learn to rescue self & others using rope throw, stuck on rock, swimming in rapids & more, all equipment provided by SouthWest Paddle Sports, Navasota, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ learn, class, boat, swim, outside

LADIES CASTING FOR CONSERVATION Jul. 22, fishing competition fundraiser for Galveston Bay Foundation, Stingaree Restaurant & Marina, Crystal Beach, http://www.galvbay.org/events/sensational-bay-family-nature-program/ care, enjoy, fish, outside

Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center HUMAN & GREEN ENVIRONMENT INTERACTION Jul. 28, 7 - 8 p.m., interactive discussion with expert on why you and your children should spend more time outdoors, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/springcreekgreenwaynaturecenter/events/?ref=page_internal learn, class, kids, park, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science SUMMER SCIENCE CAMP Jul. 17 – Jul. 21 & Jul. 31 – Aug. 4, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., ages 6 – 12 learn sensational science on variety of topics, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland learn, enjoy, kids, outside

George Observatory BABY BOOMERS Jul. 29, 11 a.m. – noon, kids 3 – 7, accompanied by adult, learn about & build water rockets, Needville, www.hmns.org/observatory enjoy, learn, kids, outside

FUNDRAISER BANQUET Jul. 29, 5:30 p.m., fundraiser for Coastal Conservation Association, dinner, drinks, auctions & raffles, Moody Gardens, Galveston, http://www.ccatexas.org/ care, fish, kids, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-CAMP Jul. 17 – Jul. 21, Jul. 24 – Jul. 28, & Jul. 1 – Aug. 4, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., (Mon. – Fri. thru Aug. 4), kids explore wonders of natural world thru storytelling, crafts, hikes, wildlife encounters, canoeing, fishing & more, separate camps for ages 4 – 5, 6 – 8 & 9 – 13, (week 7/17): Fantastic Flyers & Animal Homes (ages 4 – 5); Slither & Slime & Got Habitat?(ages 6 – 8); and The Sky’s the Limit & Survivors of the Wild (ages 9 – 13); (week 7/24): Creature Features & Trail Blazers (ages 4 – 5); Water Explorers (ages 6 – 8); and Aquatic Odyssey & Superhero BioMimics (ages 9 – 13); (week 7/31): Fantastic Flyers & Animal Homes (ages 4 – 5); Slither & Slime & Got Habitat?(ages 6 – 8); and The Sky’s the Limit & Survivors of the Wild (ages 9 – 13); Pasadena, www.abnc.org learn, enjoy, class, walk, kids, animals, boat, fish, outside

Galveston Island State Park SUNSET PADDLE Jul. 29, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., guided kayak paddle, gear provided, adults only, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events enjoy, boat, park, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden SUMMER GARDEN CLUB Jul. 22, 10 a.m. – noon (monthly thru Sep. 16, usually 3rd Sat.), hands-on workshop led by experts on topics related to gardening or handicraft, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/ learn, class, garden, outside

Houston Galveston Area Council ON-SITE SEWAGE SYSTEM WORKSHOP Jul. 21., 9 a.m. - noon, homeowner education on system maintenance & inspection & resources to maintain, repair, and replace aging systems, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Office, Cleburne, http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=ffzt4vdab&oeidk=a07ee1kgjrsd55896ec learn, class, water, outside

BLACKWOOD NATURE CAMP Jul. 16 – Jul. 21, Jul. 23 – Jul. 28, & Jul. 30 – Aug. 4, (weekly thru Aug. 9) kids 8 – 16 enjoy outdoor activities: nature crafts, adventure games, exploring, swimming, farming, journaling, hiking & more, Blackwood Educational Land Institute, Hempstead, https://blackwoodland.org/training/wilderness-medicine-training/ enjoy, learn, kids, swim, walk, farmer, outside

Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Center WADE INTO WETLANDS SUMMER CAMP Jul. 17 – Jul. 21, Jul. 24 – Jul. 28, & Jul. 31 – Aug. 4, (daily Mon. – Fri. thru Aug. 18), summer camp for kids; (week of 7/17): daytime - Hook, Line & Sinker, grades 4 – 6 & evening - Kingdom Animalia, grades 1 - 3; (week of 7/24): daytime - Wonderful Wetlands, grades 1 – 3 & evening - time Travelers, grades 4 - 6; (week of 7/31): daytime - MOVE, grades 7 – 10 ; Baytown, http://www.baytown.org/home/showdocument?id=6039 learn, enjoy, kids, animals, outside

RESALE SHOP HOP Aug. 2, 9 a.m., senior outing, trip to 3 different resale shops, transportation provided from Barbara Bush Library, Spring, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ care, enjoy, recycle, outside ENTERING CADILLAC DESERT Jul. 30, 6 p.m., free webinar by PhD in environmental history on that topic, based upon classic text Cadillac Desert, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connections-between-people-nature-entering-cadillac-desert-tickets- 34853891929?aff=es2 learn, lecture, media, outside Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden ORGANICS AT MERCER Jul. 19, 5 – 7:30 p.m., organic gardening explained, followed by garden tour, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/ learn, class, garden, outside WAUGH BRIDGE BAT COLONY TOUR Aug. 9, 3:30 p.m., senior outing, take pontoon boat ride to view bats emerge at dusk, transportation provided from Tomball Regional Medical Center, Tomball, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, boat, animals, outside Artist Boat ECO-ART SUMMER CAMP: A SEA OF CHANGE Jul. 31 – Aug. 4, 9 a.m. – noon & 1 – 4 p.m., summer camp for K – 2 grades in a.m. and grades 3 – 6 in p.m., learn about climate science & weather, create related art, Galveston, http://www.galvestonnaturetourism.org/naturecalendar.asp#/?i=1 learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside

REI HIKING THE APPALACIAN TRAIL – FOOD & EQUIPMENT Jul. 18, 7 – 8:30 p.m., class discusses details of food & equipment selection, whether thru hiking or a shorter trip, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, camp, outside

PADDLEBOARD YOGA Jul. 23 & Jul. 30, 9 – 11 a.m. & Jul. 15, 10 – 11:30 a.m., basic paddleboard instruction, followed by yoga on the paddleboard, Riva Row Boat House, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy, boat, outside

Jesse Jones Park INVADERS OF TEXAS Jul. 29, 9 a.m. - 4p.m., workshop trains volunteers to become citizen scientists to detect & report invasive species, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks/Jones/Programs learn, care, class, garden, park, outside

Sea Center Texas WATER WORLD MINI-CAMP Jul. 28, 9 a.m. - noon, kids 8 – 12 learn about water cycle, create cloud in a jar & create mini rainwater harvesting system, drinks, snacks provided, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/ learn, enjoy, class, kids, water, outside

MOODY GARDENS Aug. 29, 8:30 a.m., senior outing, enjoy aquarium, rainforest, theater & more, transportation provided from Tomball Reginal Medical Center, Tomball, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, fish, garden, media, outside

Sea Center Texas AQUARIUMANIA MINI-CAMP Jul. 21 & Aug. 4, 9 a.m. - noon, kids 8 – 12 learn what it takes to ruin the center, go on aquarium scavenger hunt & take a behind the scenes tour, drinks, snacks provided, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/ learn, enjoy, class, kids, fish, outside

RIVER KAYAK CLASS Jul. 22, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, learn to kayak on creeks, streams & rivers, all equipment provided by SouthWest Paddle Sports, Spring, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ learn, class, boat, outside

PADDLES & PAWS Jul. 24 & Jul. 31, 2 - 6 p.m., explore Lake Woodlands with man’s best friend, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy, animals, boat, park, outside

KAYAK TOURING CLASS Aug. 6, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, learn advanced skills to kayak on big lakes or bays, all equipment provided by SouthWest Paddle Sports, Spring, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ learn, class, boat, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science SUMMER SCOUT CLASSES Jul. 24 - Jul. 28 & Aug. 14 – Aug. 18, classes for boys/girls; (week of 7/24): Boy Scout: Code Talkers, Webelos Science Explorer & Cub Scouts – Bear Necessities; Girl Scout: Cadette Journeys, (week of 8/14): Boy Scout: Citizen of the Nation & World and The Power of Engineering; Cub Scouts: Wolf Pack; Girl Scout: Borwnies on the go, Sugarland, http://www.hmns.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Summer-Scouts-2017- Catalog-printable.pdf learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science SCIENCE IS SWEET Jul. 21, 6 – 9 p.m., play giant candyland, watch sugar-related chemistry experiments, create sweet crafts & more, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland enjoy, learn, kids, outside

Artist Boat ECO-ART SUMMER CAMP: FEEDING FRENZY Jul 24 – Jul 28, 1 – 4 p.m. & 9 a.m. - noon, summer camp for 3 – 6 grades (in p.m.) and grades K – 2 (in a.m.), learn about adaptations of ocean organisms to feed & who they eat, create related art, Galveston,

http://www.galvestonnaturetourism.org/naturecalendar.asp#/?i=1 learn, enjoy, class, kids, fish, outside INTRO. TO PADDLING Aug. 5, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, learn to kayak, canoe & paddleboard, all equipment provided by SouthWest Paddle Sports, Spring, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ learn, class, boat, outside

SPRING CREEK PADDLE TRIP Aug. 20, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, easy 2 – 3hour trip along Spring Creek, equipment available from SouthWest Paddle Sports, Spring, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, outside

REI BACKCOUNTRY NAVIGATION WITH COMPASS & MAP Jul. 22, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., learn to translate map to surrounding area, use compass to find your location & put map & compass together to plan a route, Cullinan Park, Sugarland, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, outside REI GOURMET CAMP COOKING Jul. 20, 7 – 8:30 p.m., class breaks down components of great meals & teaches how to translate them to the outdoors, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, outside

VISIT BLACKLAND PRAIRIES Jul. 22, 7:30 a.m., join group hiking outing in Blackwood Prairies in Sam Houston National Forest, New Waverly, meet at Starbucks at Meyerland Plaza in Houston to carpool (at 7:30 a.m.), http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ enjoy, walk, tree, outside

Artist Boat ECO-ART SUMMER CAMP: A WHALE OF A TIME Jul 17 – Jul 21, 9 a.m. - noon & 1 – 4 p.m. summer camp for 3 – 6 grades (in p.m.) and grades K – 2 (in a.m.), learn about whales in the Gulf and where they live/roam, create related art, Galveston, http://www.galvestonnaturetourism.org/naturecalendar.asp#/?i=1 learn, enjoy, class, kids, fish, outside Jesse Jones Park FRESHWATER AQUARIUM FRIENDS Jul. 22, 10 a.m., learn to create an aquatic environment inside your home; learn which animals/plants to avoid to prevent invasive species being released into our waterways, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks/Jones/Programs learn, enjoy, class, fish, park, outside

REI WRENCH NIGHT Jul. 22, 1 – 2 p.m. & 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., work on your bike alongside expert guide, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, 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 Aug. 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 Aug. 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 Jul. 23 & Jul. 30 enjoy, learn, kids, 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 Aug. 12 care, recycle, outside

FAMILY BIKE TRAIL RIDE Thurs., 5 - 7 p.m., (summer only), families enjoy bike rides on trails, Cypresswood trails, Spring, http://ghorba.org/events/ Next Opportunities Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 enjoy, cycle, kids, park, outside Lake Houston Wilderness Park ANIMAL CLASSES Sat., 10 – 11 a.m. & 2 – 3 p.m., learn about animals in the park, New Caney, http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/parksites/lakehoustonpark.html Next Opportunities Jul. 22, Topics: Snakes (a.m.) & Amphibians (p.m.) learn, enjoy, animals, kids, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park STAR PARTY Sat., 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., learn about upcoming solar eclipse in August & how to view, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston- island/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 enjoy, learn, park, outside

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory NURSERY WORK DAY 3rd Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers work in wetland nursery in Lake Jackson, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Jul. 20 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 TBD 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 Jul. 23 & Jul. 30 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, 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

Galveston Island State Park BEACH EXPLORATION Sat., 10 – 11:30 a.m., guided exploration of beach, includes seining, searching for crabs and beachcombing, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 enjoy, kids, park, outside

Seaborne Creek Nature Park PLANT WALK 2nd Sat., 8:30 – 11 a.m., educational plant walk with handouts, includes learning session, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, garden, walk, outside

Galveston Island State Park BAY EXPLORATION Sun., 10 – 11:30 a.m., guided exploration of bay, includes seining, crab sighting, learning about edible plants & adaptation & more, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Jul. 23 & Jul. 30 enjoy, kids, park, outside

PLANT STUDY GROUP 1st Tues. & 2nd Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., join group for classroom study on Tuesday, followed by plant walk in park on Saturday, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Aug. 1 learn, enjoy, class, walk, bird, park, outside

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 Aug. 3, Topic: Plant-Insect Interaction 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

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 Jul. 18 learn, meeting, 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 Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 care, garden, park, outside

SEABORNE CREEK NATURE PARK WALK 4th Sat., 10 a.m. - noon, guided interpretive walks in park, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Jul. 22 enjoy, walk, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park FRIENDS MEETING 1st Fri., 1 p.m. (thru Apr. 7), 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

Jesse Jones Park BIRDING 1st Sat., 7:45 a.m. (thru Apr. 1), join naturalist for walk to glimpse birds, bring your own binos, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunity Aug. 5 care, garden, animals, park, outside

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

SEABORNE DEMO GARDEN WORK DAY usually 3rd Weds. & 4th Sat., 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., volunteers work in educational demo garden, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunities TBD care, enjoy, garden, beach, 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 Jul. 19 & Jul. 22 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 [email protected] for details, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunities Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 care, garden, water, Houston

LADIES SUP CLUB Fri., 6 p.m., join other ladies for stand-up paddling at Northshore Park, The Woodlands, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ Next Opportunities Jul. 21 & Jul. 28 enjoy, boat, park, outside

KAYAKING & STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING normally Thurs. – Mon., 9 a.m. - sunset, kayaks and paddleboards for rent at Riva Row Boat House on Lake Woodlands, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/rivarowboathouse Next Opportunities Jul. 20 – Jul. 24 & Jul. 27 – Jul. 31 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 Jul. 20, Topic: Prescribed Burn Associations 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 Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 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, [email protected] https://hnpat.wordpress.com/hnpat-activities/field- trips/ Next Opportunity Jul. 22 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Jesse Jones Park TAI CHI in the PARK Weds., 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. beginner class taught by third degree black belt, low impact stretching, range of motion exercises, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/, Next opportunities Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 enjoy, park, outside

DEER PARK BIRD SURVEY 4th Sat., 7:30 – 9 a.m., Deer Park Prairie, 1222 E. Purdue Ln, Deer Park, 936-827-7973. Next Opportunity Jul. 22 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 Aug. 19, Topic: Fall Vegetables 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 Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 enjoy, boat, outside

KINGWOOD FARMERS MARKET Thurs., 3 – 7 p.m., Town Center Park, 8 North Main St., Kingwood. Next Opportunities Jul. 20 & Jul. 27 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 Aug. 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/ learn, meeting, park, outside Next Opportunity Jul. 24

KATY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, Church of the Holy Apostles, Katy. Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 care, farmers, outside

Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge ATTWATER PRAIRIE CHICKEN VAN TOURS 1st Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., Eagle Lake, Call (979) 234-3021, ext. 221 or 223 Next opportunity Aug. 5 enjoy, bird, outside

HUNTSVILLE AUDUBON SOCIETY MEETING 3rd Thurs. (except Dec.), Huntsville Service Center, Huntsville, http://www.huntsvilleaudubon.org/index.html Next Opportunity Jul. 20 learn, meeting, bird, outside

CROSBY FARMERS’ MARKET Tues., 3 - 7 p.m., 311 Wahl St., Crosby Next Opportunities Jul. 18 & Jul. 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 Jul. 18 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 Aug. 5 care, recycle, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center BIRD WALK Weds., 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, 281- 357-5324. Next opportunities Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 enjoy, outside, bird, walk Dennis Johnston County Park TAI CHI Mon. & Weds., 9 - 10 a.m., (thru Sep. 6), tai chi class in the park, 709 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring, http://www.hcp4.net/calendar/monthly- calendar/moduleid/16040/itemid/2023/mctl/eventdetails, Next opportunities Jul. 19, Jul. 24, Jul. 26 & Aug. 1 learn, enjoy, class, park, outside MARYSEE PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAYS 1st Sat., 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 220 County Rd. 2077, Hull, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events, Next opportunity Aug. 5 care, outside

KAYAK ADVENTURES usually Sat./Sun. & occasional Fri./holiday, times vary guided/interpretive kayak trips on Galveston Bay, kids 7+ may accompany parents, includes equipment, Galveston, https://kayak.destinationnext.com/ Next Opportunities Jul. 19, 4 - 7 p.m., Location: Coastal Heritage Preserve; Jul. 20, 9 - 11 a.m. & 12 - 2 p.m., Location: East End Lagoon;

Jul. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Location: Coastal Heritage Preserve; Jul. 22, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Location: Christmas Bay; Jul. 23 & Jul. 26, 9 - 11 a.m. & 12 - 2 p.m., Location: East End Lagoon; Jul. 28, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Location: Coastal Heritage Preserve; Jul. 29, 9 - 11 a.m. & 12 - 2 p.m., Location: East End Lagoon; Jul. 30, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Location: Galveston Island State Park 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 TBD 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 care, bird, 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 Aug. 5 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 GROGAN’S MILL FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 2230 Buckthorn Pl, Spring. Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 care, farmers, outside

Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center GATOR TALES Weds., 10 - 11 a.m. (summer/winter), fun/educational series for pre-school children & parents, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/eddie-v-gray-wetlands-education- center/calendar, Next opportunities Jul. 19 & Jul. 26 learn, enjoy, kids, outside

SUGAR LAND FARMERS MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Imperial Sugar Land, 198 Sugarland St, Sugar Land. Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 care, farmers, outside

CANOEING/KAYAKING/SUP/SURFING daily, rentals, guided tours & lessons available, variety of locations, Bayou City Adventures, 1520 Silver St., http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, outside

Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center EPIC SERVICE CLUB Weds., 4 p.m. (during the school year), free service learning club for high school students interested in learning about & solving coastal environmental problems, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, http://www.baytown.org/city- hall/departments/parks-recreation/eddie-v-gray-wetlands-education-center/calendar, Next opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, kids, outside

Jesse Jones Park BICYCLING Daily, trails open for cycling, children must be accompanied, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/ enjoy, cycle, garden, kids, outside

CYPRESS CREEK DAYLILY SOCIETY Meeting 4th Sun., 2 - 4 p.m., (except summer), learn about gardening with daylilies, Mercer Botanic Garden, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, 281-443-8731 Next Opportunity Jul. 23 care, garden, outside

BRIDGELAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd Sun., 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., parking lot adjacent to the Activity Center in Bridgeland, 16902 North Bridgeland Lake Pkwy, Cypress. Next Opportunity Aug. 13 care, farmers, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Ctr BIRD COUNT usually 2nd Sat., 7 – 10 a.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunity Aug. 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 Aug. 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/field-days. Next Opportunities Jul. 18, Jul. 21/Jul. 22 & Jul. 25, Jul. 28/Jul. 29 care, garden, outside

CLEAR LAKE SHORES FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1020 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores. Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 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 COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RECYCLING COALITION 2nd Thurs., 12 – 1:30 p.m., webinar shares information among those working on waste reduction on college campuses, http://curc3r.org/webinars/2017-webinar-series/ Next Opportunity Aug. 10, Topic: Engaging the Campus to Improve Recycling Participation 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 Jul. 18 - Jul. 21/Jul. 22 & Jul. 25 - Jul. 28/Jul. 29 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 Jul. 28 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 Jul. 21, Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside

PEARLAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd & 4th Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, Zychlinski Park, 2243 N Grand Blvd, Pearland, Next Opportunity Jul. 22 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 Aug. 19 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 Aug. 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 Jul. 19, Topic: Alligators care, learn, outside

TOMBALL FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 205 W. Main, Tomball Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 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 Jul. 18/Jul. 20 & Jul. 25/Jul. 27 care, enjoy, garden, outside Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden LUNCH BUNCH 2nd Weds., noon – 2 p.m., learn about a gardening topic, bring your own lunch, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/. Next opportunity Aug. 9, Topic: Student Research & Education Symposium 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 Jul. 19 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside

HIGH ISLAND WORK DAY 2nd Sat., 8:30 a.m. – noon, maintain bird sanctuary, lunch provided, 2088 5th St, High Island, Contact [email protected], Next opportunity Aug. 12 care, bird, outside

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory YOUNG ORNITHOLOGISTS 3rd Sat., 9 a.m., birding & exploring for kids up to 17, 103 Hwy 332, Lake Jackson, www.gcbo.org, Next opportunity TBD care, bird, kids, outside

NASSAU BAY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 18045 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay. Next Opportunities Jul. 22 & Jul. 29 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 Jul. 22/Jul. 23 & Jul. 29/Jul. 30 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 Jul. 22/Jul. 23 & Jul. 29/Jul. 30 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 TBD, Topic: TBD learn, kids, animals, water, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center PRAIRIE FRIDAY Fri., 8:30 a.m. – noon, volunteer stewardship of center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, registration required, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Jul. 21 & Jul. 28 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 Jul. 22 (a.m. & p.m.) & Jul. 29 (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 TBD, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside Armand Bayou Nature Center GUIDED CANOE TOUR normally 2nd & 4th Sat.s, 8 – 11 a.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, Fees & registration may be required, http://www.abnc.org Next opportunity Jul. 22 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 TBD 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 Aug. 5 care, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-TOTS alt. Fri., 9:30 – 11 a.m. (during school year), adult + kids 18 mo. – 3, different nature topic each session (course repeats for two successive Fri.), includes story/songs/short hike/etc., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside Brazos Bend State Park BRAZOS RIVER PICKERS 2nd Sat., 5 – 7 p.m. (Oct. – Apr.), bluegrass/old time music in the park, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity 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 TBD learn, kids, walk, garden, outside Brazos Bend State Park BIRD WATCHING HIKE usually every other Fri., 8:30 a.m. & certain Sat./Sun. (Jan. – May), 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity TBD enjoy, bird, walk, park, 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: Aug. 12, 5 p.m. enjoy, photo, walk, park, outside

MILLIKAN RESERVE FARMERS’ MARKET 3rd Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 19851 FM2154, College Station, Next Opportunity Aug. 20 care, farmers, outside

BOLIVAR BEACH RAMBLE 1st Sat., explore Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity: Aug. 5 enjoy, bird, walk, outside

GALVESTON COUNTY AUDUBON MEETING & BIRDING FIELD TRIP usually 3rd Sat. & prior Weds., (except Dec.), time varies, various locations, [email protected], http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/calendar.html Next opportunity (field trip): TBD Location: TBD learn, meeting, enjoy, walk, bird, outside