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

GO HEALTH RELAUNCH Feb. 8, 5 – 7 p.m., meeting to discuss re-launch of GO Health, an initiative to create healthy neighborhoods in Houston, Leonel Castillo Community Center, 2101 South St., http://go-neighborhoods.org/events/go-health-relaunch/ learn, meeting, Houston

Buffalo Bayou CUPID CRUISE Feb. 14, 6 or 7:30 p.m., hour-long romantic boat ride on bayou with bubbly & sweet bites, Allen’s Landing, 1001 Commerce St., http://buffalobayou.org/calendar/ enjoy, boat, Houston

BABY SQUIRREL ORIENTATION Feb. 11 & Feb. 18, 12 – 1 p.m., learn to care for baby squirrels, Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ learn, care, class, animals, Houston

ANNUAL BANQUET Feb. 7, 5:30 p.m., fundraiser banquet for Coast Conservation Association, Houston Country Club, dinner, drinks, auction, raffle & more, One Potomac Dr., http://www.ccatexas.org/events-directory/ care. Beach, Houston

CONSERVATION, ECOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL CAREER FORUM Feb. 11, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., learn about career, internship & volunteer opportunities in conservation biology, ecology, and environmental science, West Loop Campus, 5601 West Loop South, https://events.r20.constantcon

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Houston Museum of Natural Science MIRACLE BERRY PARTY Feb. 14, 6:30 & 7 p.m., event in rainforest butterfly garden, experience variety of “miracle berry” foods along lit trails , 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy animals, trees, garden, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science GROWING GREAT TOMATOES Feb. 11, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.,learn to grow tomatoes form the experts, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class garden, Houston

Nature Discovery Center BACKYARD BIRD COUNT Feb. 20, 9 – 10:30 a.m.. volunteers count bids as part of annual national count, meet at front porch, families welcome, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ care, enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

NIGHT HIKES Feb. 7, 6:30 p.m., & Feb. 8, Feb. 13, Feb. 15 & Feb. 20, 7 p.m.,, join group hikes, (2/7): Memorial Park, 4 mi., meet at trailhead, baseball fields parking lot; N. Picnic & S. Picnic Ln.s; (all other dates): paved trails along Buffalo Bayou, meet at Water Works, 105 Sabine St., https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ enjoy, walk, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary CATS & BIRDS Feb. 9, 7 – 9 p.m., learn about consequences of free-roaming cats on bird populations, MATCH, 3400 Main St., register online, www.houstonaudubon.org learn, class, bird, animals, Houston

WE LOVE HOUSTON – ON BIKES! Feb. 12, 1:30 – 3 p.m., join group bike ride beginning in Memorial Park, thru Love Park, and along bayous, meet at rugby/soccer field parking,

http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com/clubportal/EventDetailPublic2.cfm?clubID=3&EventID=239327&m o=2&tDate=%7Bd%20%272017%2D02%2D28%27%7D enjoy, cycle, park, water, Houston

OUTDOOR GEAR 101 Feb. 16, 7 – 8:30 pm., learn about basic gear for hiking, camping, backpacking, fishing & kayaking, Academy Sports, 11077 Northwest Frwy. https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ learn, class, boat, camp, fish, walk, Houston

WINTER BAT SURVEY Ongoing, researchers requesting TX landowners to submit surveys of bats on their property, form to fill out and submit can be found here: http://bit.ly/2i6bq31 care, animals, Houston

OPOSSUM & PAL ORIENTATION Feb. 18, 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn to care for oposums & their young, Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ learn, care, class, animals, Houston

RUN FOR WELLNESS FREE 5K Feb. 26, 8 – 9:30 a.m., free 5K run in Freedom Park, 18050 Westheimer, https://thehwporg.presencehost.net/news-events/ enjoy, walk, Houston

BALANCING THE CHALLENGES OF HEALTHY URBAN STREAMS Feb. 15 – Feb. 17, urban riprian symposium, addresses management/policy, planning/assessment/design/construction & evaluation, 2/15: workshop on Hydrology & Fluvial Geomorphology, conferences ends at noonon 2/17, Rice University, 6500 main St., http://www.bayoupreservation.org/News-Events learn, conference, water, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center COFFEE, COLORING & CONVERSATION Feb. 19, 10 a.m. - noon, check out this popular hobby for adults, materials provided, plus coffee/tea/treats, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, Houston Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BACKYARD BEEKEEPING Feb. 19, 2 - 5 p.m., learn basics to get started keeping bees in backyard or rooftop, learn biology/behavior & how to steward, includes hands-on demonstration, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ learn, class, animals, Houston Exploration Green TREE PLANTING Feb. 10, Feb. 11, & Feb. 18, 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers plant trees in park, Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar care, tree, park, Houston Houston Arboretum & Nature Center SAVING HOUSTON’S FORESTS & SAVING HOUSTON’S BIRDS Feb. 15, 7 – 9 p.m., learn about local conservation efforts in a global context, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ learn, class, bird, tree, Houston Houston Arboretum & Nature Center OWL PROWL Feb. 18, 5 - 7 p.m., adult only event, meet live education owls & learn about them, then walk through woods to look for owls & other nocturnal animals, snacks & drinks served 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, learn, walk, bird, Houston

REI INTRO TO TEXAS STATE PARKS IN HOUSTON AREA Feb. 15, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn about outdoor possibilities of state parks in Houston area, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, park, Houston

Hermann Park STUDENT PERFORMANCE Feb. 11, noon, school kids perform in park at the lake Plaza, 1700 Hermann Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ enjoy, park, kids, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center SAVING PLANET HOUSTON & SAVING HOUSTON’S PRAIRIES Feb. 8, 7 – 9 p.m., learn about local conservation efforts in a global context, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ learn, class, garden, Houston

Discovery Green ORBIT SLAMS Feb. 10, 6:30 – 8 p.m., writing workshops/poetry slams for youth ages 13 - 19, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, kids, Houston

MOSAIC POTTERY CLASS Feb. 18, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., learn to make mosaic pottery in prepartion for spring planting, https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ learn, enjoy, class, garden, Houston

HOUSTON RESALE SHOP TOUR Feb. 9, 9 a.m., senior outing, visit 3 popular resale shops in Houston, lunch at Phoenicia Specialty Foods, meet at Kingwood Library for transportation, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ care, recycle, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office LANDSCAPE PEST & DISEASE WORKSHOP Feb. 17, 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., earth-kind landscape practices, pesticide laws/regulations, biology & control of common tree diseases & identifying good vs. bad bugs, 3033 Bear Creek Dr., http://harris.agrilife.org/ learn, class, garden, tree, animals, Houston

DINNER & A CRUISE Feb. 14, 5:30 or 7 p.m., al fresco romantic dinner followed by pedal boat ride, Pinewood Cafe, 1700 Hermann Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ enjoy, boat, park, Houston

REI TRAVEL PHOTO BASICS Feb. 8, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn fine art of travel photography using point & shoot or smart phone, 7538 Westheimer,, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, photo, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center TAPAS ON THE TRAILS Feb. 10, 6 – 10 p.m. & Feb. 11, 5 – 9 p.m., tapas size dishes paired with beer/wine, romantic walk along softly lit trails, commemorative glass, champagne & dessert at trail end & live owl encounter, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ enjoy, walk, bird, Houston CONNECTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE & NATURE: INVASIVE SPECIES Feb. 26, 6 p.m., free webinar by Rice University Biosciences professor, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connections-between-people-nature-invasive-species-tickets- 31402950069?aff=eac2 learn, lecture, media, Houston Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BIRDING BY EAR Feb. 18, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., learn the basics of birding by ear including tips on how to commit songs & calls to memory, practice using lcoal species & learn where to get bird song/call recordings, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ learn, class, bird, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary OWL PROWL Feb. 10, 7 - 9 p.m., educational program on owls, meet live owls, walk trails to search for owls, ages 6+, 440 Wilchester Blvd., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/all-age-groups/owl-prowls-edith-moore.html enjoy, learn, class, kids, bird, walk, Houston

NATIVE PLANT PROPAGATION WORKSHOP Feb. 8, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., course taught by native plant propagation experts, Houston Parks Greenhouse, 6501 Memorial Dr., http://txmn.org/coastal/events/ learn, class, garden, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park BIRD WALK Feb. 18, 8 – 9 a.m., walk thru various habitats to look & listen for birds, some binos available, all ages & abilities welcome, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events enjoy, bird, walk, kids, Houston

LEARN TO RIDE CLASSES Feb. 11, 1 – 2 p.m. & 2:30 – 3:30 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

Sheldon Lake State Park JUNIOR EXPLORERS Feb. 17, 10 – 11 a.m., explore animals & nature of park thru stores, activities & searching the park, geared toward young children, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events enjoy, learn, animals,, walk, kids, Houston

REI BACKPACKING 101: PACKING LIGHT Feb. 15, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn how to pack light on a backpacking trip, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, camp, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science GEMS of the SEA – DEEP WATER SHELLS ongoing thru May 19, exhibit of shells, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, animals, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office EARTH-KIND LANDSCAPEMANAGEMENT Feb. 8 & Feb. 16, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., learn latest earth-kind landscape practices, (2/8): herbaceous & ornamental

landscape plants; (2/16): earth-kind research in Harris county, 3033 Bear Creek Dr., http://harris.agrilife.org/ learn, class, garden, Houston

Houston Zoo WHOLE FOODS GIVING DAY Feb. 8, shop at any one of 10 area Whole Foods & 5% of your purchase benefits the zoo, http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ care, animals, Houston FRESH START II Feb. 11, 9 a.m. - noon, teachers, students, parents & community volunteers welcome to Gregory-Lincoln Education Center, 1101 Taft St., learn basic organic gardening & nutrition, & assist school garden, http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, enjoy, garden, kids, Houston MEMBER RIDE Feb. 12, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Bike Houston members ride along White Oak trails, start at 19th St, will stop at Heights Sweetheart Market, www.bikehouston.org enjoy, cycle, Houston

WOODS PROJECT LEADERSHIP ORIENTATION Feb. 9, 6 – 8 p.m., The Woods Project hosts students from Houston area schools on trips to introduce them to the outdoors & educate about nature, adult volunteers are needed for these trips, this session is training for the adults who accompany the students on the trips, 2700 Southwest Frwy., https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2017- spring-weekend-leader-orientation-tickets-30854767440?aff=es2 learn, care, kids, class, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park ARTS IN THE PARKS Feb. 11 & Feb. 18, 3:30 - 4 p.m., create nature- inspired art, materials provided, all ages, Pond Center, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events enjoy, park, kids, Houston

REI HANDS ON BIKE MAINTENANCE Feb. 22, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn to inspect, maintain, & adjust front & rear derailleurs, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, Houston

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

Sheldon Lake State Park GEOCACHING 101 Feb. 12, 10 – 10:30 a.m., learn to use GPS to find hidden secrets in the park, GPS provided, family-friendly, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events learn, class, walk, kids, Houston

Memorial Park GREEN GALA Feb. 9, fundraiser for the park, held at the park, 2525 N. Picnic Ln. http://memorialparkconservancy.org/events.html care, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park FISHING 101 Feb. 12, 1 – 1:30 p.m., learn to tie knots, cast a line & identify fish, cane poles available to borrow, bring your own bait, meet at fishing deck at pond 1S, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events learn, class, fish, 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

FRUIT TREE TRAINING & PRUNING SERIES Feb. 11, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., first of three classes on topic, learn principles of fruit tree pruning & training, University of St. Thomas, 3812 Yoakum Blvd., http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, class, garden, tree, Houston

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

MOUNTAIN BIKE SKILLS CLASS Feb. 11, 9 a.m., learn mountain bike skills at Memorial Park, 2525 N. Picnic Ln., http://ghorba.org/events/clinics learn, enjoy, class, cycle, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science NATIONAL PARKS ADVENTURE, DINOSAURS ALIVE, WILD AFRICA, & EXTREME WEATHER ongoing, films showing at theater, National Parks Adventure closes Feb. 16, Dinosaurs Alive closes May 16, Wild Africa closes Apr. 21, Extreme Weather closes May 17, see www.hmns.org for current show times enjoy, learn, media, Houston

DESIGNING OUR GREEN HOMES & COMMUNITIES THRU PERMACULTURE SERIES Feb. 12 & Feb. 19, 12 – 4 p.m. (Sun. thru Mar. 12), 1 of 5 courses leading to a permaculture design certificate, learn more energy efficient design for homes/communities, (2/19): U.H. central campus, 3601 Cullen, (2/12): Japhet Creek – The Urban Ecohouse, http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, class, garden, energy, Houston

Discovery Green ENCHANTED PROMENADE EXHIBITS ongoing thru Feb. 19, dusk to 11 p.m., work of art made of lights, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science PHOTOGRAPHY Feb. 7, 5 p.m., teachers explore how photography can bring science into the classroom, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class, photo,, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR EXHIBIT ongoing, exhibit showcases award-winning photography of nature, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, photo, animals, Houston

AMBASSADOR TRAINING Feb. 20, 12 – 1 p.m. & 6 – 7 p.m., volunteer training for Bike Houston volunteers, 3610 Fannin, https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar learn, care, class, cycle, Houston

Houston Zoo WILL ZOO BE MINE? Feb. 11, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., make your own valentine & create one for an animal, scavenger hunt, keeper talks, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, care, learn, animals, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS Feb. Myrmecology, grades 1 – 8 learn about ants; Smaller than a Planet, grades 1 – 8 learn about comets/asteroids/meteors & meteorites 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

RECYCLEMANIA Feb. 9 – Feb. 28, annual event at U.H. to emphasize recycling, (2/9): event kick- off: games, & chance to win t-shirt, Student Center; (2/16): dining services food waste demonstration: learn how dining services is reducing, re-using & recycling; (2/24): electronics recycling event, drop off unused electronics, Student Center,& (2/28): sustainability meet-up: learn about upcycling by making book bag using plastic bags & recycled clothing, Music Library, 3601 Cullen, http://www.uh.edu/af-auxiliary-services/sustainability/outreach-and-events/recyclemania/ care, learn, recycle, Houston

OYSTER RESTORATION Feb. 16, 1 – 2 p.m., learn about tool used to set oyster restoration goals & hear real-world examples of its use, webinar, http://txmn.org/coastal/event/at-nfws-webinar-oyster- restoration/ learn, lecture, fish, media, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park GAMES ARE FOR THE BIRDS Feb. 11 & Feb. 25, 11 a.m. - noon, play games to see how you rank against birds, check out what birds live in the park & try to spot some, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events enjoy, learn, bird, park, kids, Houston

ANIMAL SKULL INVESTIGATION Feb. 15, 9 & 10:30 a.m. & 12:45 & 2 p.m., youth videoconference for grades 1 – 6, investigate skulls of native TX animals, adaptations, students will identify skull structures & their function, https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ learn, class, media, kids, animals, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park LEAVE NO TRACE HIKE Feb. 7 & Feb. 14, 3 - 4 p.m., learn how to leave not trace when hiking, go on hike to look for things we can do to keep our parks natural & safe, for all ages & abilities, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events learn, enjoy, walk, park, kids, Houston

Houston Zoo ENCHANTMENT UNDER THE SEA Feb. 17, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., enjoy 3-couse ocean- friendly seafood dinner among array of fish, corals & sea jellies, adults only, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, fish, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office RAINWATER HARVESTING WORKSHOP Feb. 11, 9 a.m. - noon, learn to make a rain barrel that you can take home, learn to capture, store & divert rainwater, 3033 Bear Creek Dr., http://harris.agrilife.org/ learn, class, garden, water, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science GIRLS EXPLORING MATH & SCIENCE Feb. 18, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., open-house style event highlights careers, presents studen projects in grades 4 - 12, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy animals, trees, garden, Houston

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES IN 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 Opportunities Feb. 10 & Feb. 17 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 GROWING ORGANIC VEGETABLES SERIES some Thurs., 6:30 - 9 p.m. (thru May 18), learn everything you need to know about growing organic vegetables, UH – Central Campus, McElhinney Hall, Wheeler Ave/Cullen, http://urbanharvest.org/ Next Opportunities Feb. 9 & Feb. 23 learn, class, garden, Houston

BIKE TOURS daily, Bayou City Bike Tours offers guided rides for groups along Heights Blvd. & Buffalo Bayou, 1824 Spring St., http://www.bayoucitybiketours.com/book-a-tour/ enjoy, cycle, Houston

Discovery Green RECYCLING SATURDAYS 3rd Sat., 11 a,m. – 2 p.m., recycle paper, plastic and glass at the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity TBD care, recycle, park, Houston

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 Feb. 2 or Feb. 11, Topic: Daring Dragons learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

VEGAN FOR LIFE Meeting last Sat., 7 p.m., monthly meeting for vegans to plan activities & activism, Central Market Community Room, 3815 Westheimer, Next Opportunity Feb. 25 learn, meeting, Houston BIKE RIDES various days/times, join group rides, various locations, organized by Bike Barn stores, http://bikebarn.com/articles/upcoming-rides-pg66.htm enjoy, cycle, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science BOY SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for boy scouts of all ages, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS II one Mon. or Sat./month, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., kids ages 2 – 3 learn about animals thru hands-on activities & meet/greet live animals, , 6200 Hermann Park Dr.,

www.houstonzoo.org Next Opportunities Feb. 13 or Feb. 18, Topic: Terrific Tortoises learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

KEEP 5 ALIVE 2nd Sat., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers pick up trash & clean flower beds in Fifth Ward Civic Club, corner of Market & Lockwood, http://www.houstonbeautiful.org/news--events.html Next Opportunity TBD care, pollution, garden, Houston

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 Feb. 22 or Feb. 25, Topic: Outrageous Okapis (with Giraffe Stride!) 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 GIRL SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for girl scouts of all ages, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science EARLY OPENING 2nd Sat., 8 a.m., the museum opens one hour early for members on the second Saturday, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, Next Opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, Houston

OLIVEWOOD CEMETERY CLEAN-UP 1st & 3rd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers remove brush & do landscaping at historic cemetery, 1300 Court St., http://www.descendantsofolivewood.org/category/events/ Next Opportunity Feb. 18 care, garden, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SOLAR SUPERSTORMS, DARK UNIVERSE, BLACK HOLES, STARRY NIGHT EXPRESS, DARK SIDE OF THE MOON & WE ARE STARS ongoing thru Jun. 1, times vary, Burke Baker Planetarium shows, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, Houston

Bike Houston BOARD MEETING 2nd Tues., 7 – 8 p.m., board meeting open to public, Central Market, 3815 Westheimer, https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 14 learn, meeting, cycle, Houston

Hermann Park CHILDREN’S STORY HOUR 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 Feb. 10 & Feb. 17 enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Exploration Green NATIVE TREE NURSERY WORK DAY certain Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers re-pot, stake, & prune trees that will be used to transform a former golf course into greenspace, Exploration Green nursery, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, tree, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science HMNS AFTER DARK monthly, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., museum open late one day/month, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity Feb. 22 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 Feb. 18 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 Feb. 10 – Feb. 12 & Feb. 17 – Feb. 19 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 opportunities Feb. 9, Topic: Chicks; Feb. 16, Topic: Metamorphosis learn, kids, class, animals, walk, Houston

HULLABALOO 3rd Thurs., 6 – 8 p.m., cyclist get-together, location varies, partners each month with a like-minded organization, www.bikehouston.org Next Opportunity Feb. 16, Location: TBD 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 Feb. 9 care, garden, Houston

SATURDAY MORNING WALKS Sat., usually 8:30 a.m., join group walk 3 – 4 mi. walk in Terry Hershey Park, meet at gazebo near restrooms, http://www.meetup.com/Casual-Walking-and-Hiking- in-West-Houston/ Next Opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 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 Feb. 7 & Feb. 14 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 Feb. 9 & Feb. 16 learn, 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 Feb. 9 & Feb. 16 care, garden, water, outside

WILDLIFE for LUNCH usually 3rd Thurs., 12 - 1 p.m., online course by expert on each monthly topic, offered by Texas Wildlife Association., https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ Next Opportunity Feb. 16, Topic: Acquatic Plant Identification & Control 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 Feb. 25 care, kids, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park WETLAND RESTORATION Weds., 9 a.m. – noon, ongoing restoration of wetlands, 14140 Garrett Rd, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar / Next Opportunities Feb. 8 & Feb. 15 enjoy, park, garden, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr TADPOLE TROOPERS one Sat./month, 9 – 10:15 a.m., 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. & 1 – 2:15 p.m., (during school year), kids ages 3 – 5 (with parent) learn natural science, do craft, walk outside, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity Mar. 4, Topic: Ode to Owls learn, class, kids, animals, Houston

Exploration Green PLANT PROPAGATION Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers propagate plants in wetland nursery at Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunities Feb. 9 & Feb. 16 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 2nd Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.., 30 minute boat rides along Buffalo Bayou, from 150 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GREEN THUMB LECTURE (Jan – Oct.): 2nd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Barbara Bush Library, 6817 Cypresswood Dr., 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Spring Branch Memorial Library, 930 Corbindale, 3rd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Freeman Branch Library, 16616 Diana Ln, register 281-855-5600, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/. Next Opportunities Feb. 9, Feb. 21, & Feb. 16, respectively, Topic: Spring vegetable gardening 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 Feb. 7 & Feb. 14 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 Feb. 16, Topic: Wildlife Valentines 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/default.aspx/MenuItemID/1063/MenuGroup/Docents.htm Next opportunity Feb. 11, Topic: Meet Edith! History Tour, Craft: Noah the Pig learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Discovery Green GREEN FLEA BY NIGHT usually 3rd Sat., 6 – 10 p.m., flea market, artful kitsch, vintage items, recycled/repurposed, collectibles & more, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/flea Next Opportunity TBD care, recycle, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr NATURALIST EXPLORERS one Sat. each month, 9 – 11 a.m. (during school year), kids ages 5 - 8 learn natural science thru instruction & hands-on activities, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity Mar. 4, Topic: Totally Turtles learn, class, kids, Houston

HISTORIC HOUSTON SALVAGE WAREHOUSE open by appointment, purchase materials reclaimed from historic homes, 4300 Harrisburg Blvd, (713) 522-0542, http://www.historichouston.org/ care, recycle, Houston

BIRD WALK 2nd Sat., 7:30 a.m. (Sep. - May), meet at cabin, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900 or http://www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, bird, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM 3 Mon.s/month, 1 – 3 p.m. (during school year), kids ages 5 - 12 learn natural science thru instruction, hands-on activities, &

guided nature walks, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunities Feb. 6, Feb. 20, & Feb. 27 Topic: Outdoor Adventures learn, class, kids, Houston

ECO-OLOGY Tues., 3 – 4 p.m., EXPLORATION Mon.s 5 – 6 a.m., VEGAN WORLD Tues., 8 – 9 p.m., KPFT. Next opportunities Feb. 7, Feb. 13, Feb. 14 & Feb. 20 learn, care, media, Houston

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

Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr BIRD COUNT 3rd Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., meet in front of center to document birds in arboretum, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity: Feb. 18 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 Feb. 18 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 Feb. 9, Topic: Young Adult Sustainability Presentations 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 Feb. 13 learn, meeting, park, Houston

PROJECT BLAZING STAR 2nd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers plant native grasses, forbes & wildflowers, Bayou Parklands, meet at pavilion near 6520 Almeda, parking lot P, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, garden, Houston

URBAN FOREST MICRO-GRANT 15th of each month, deadline to apply for micro matching (1:1) grant of $500, http://www.texasurbantrees.org/ Next Deadline Feb. 15 care, tree, Houston

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

Houston Galveston Area Council LIVABLE HOUSTON INITIATIVE 4th Weds., 12 - 1:30 p.m., discuss vision of desired future for Houston residents & how to achieve, 3555 Timmons Ln., [email protected] Next Opportunity Feb. 22 learn, meeting, park, Houston

LOCAL ECONOMY ACTION GROUP Meeting 2nd Weds., 6:30 p.m., seedbed for approaches to sustainable businesses, Start Houston, 1121 Delano St., Next Opportunity Feb. 8 care, meeting, learn, Houston BAT CHAT 1st, 3rd, & 4th Fri., 30 min. before sunset, Waugh Street Bridge Allen Pkwy & Waugh, www.waughbatmonitor.org Next Opportunities Feb. 17 & Feb. 24 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 Apr. 1 Topic: April fools! learn, class, animals, garden, Houston

CITY HALL FARMERS’ MARKET Weds., 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., (except summer/winter) in front of city hall, 901 Bagby, www.urbanharvest.org Next Opportunity Feb. 22 care, farmers, Houston

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

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TUESDAY TRAIL CREW Tues., 9 a.m. – noon, trail maintenance, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Feb. 7 & Feb. 14 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 Feb. 11 care, learn, class animals, Houston

NATURE PHOTO ASSOC Meeting usually 3rd Weds., 7 p.m., (Sep. – May) meet at library, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 15, Topic: The Bald Eagle enjoy, photo, bird, Houston

HOUSTON CLIMATE PROTECTION ALLIANCE Meeting usually 1st Sun., 1:15 p.m., speakers on climate science, 1st Unitarian Church, 5200 Fannin, http://www.houstonclimateprotection.org/ Next Opportunity Mar. 5 learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

Houston Audubon ARCHBISHOP FIORENZA PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 4th Weds., 8 a.m., join group to survey birds, 13551 Westpark, [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Feb. 22 care, enjoy, walk, park, bird, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office OPEN GARDEN DAY 4th Tues., (except Dec.), 9 – 11:30 a.m., workshop & childrens’ activity at 10 a.m., self-guided garden tours, 3033 Bear Creek Dr., 3rd Mon, 8:30 – 11 a.m., 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd, fun & education for adults/kids, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/ Next Opportunities Feb. 28 & Feb. 20, respectively learn, enjoy, garden, kids, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATIVES NURSERY VOLUNTEERS Fri., a.m., separate seedlings, re-pot plants, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Feb. 10 & Feb. 17 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 Feb. 16 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 Feb. 24 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 Mar. 5 enjoy, cycle, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center PHENOLOGY WALK 2nd & 4th Sat., 9 a.m., guided walk along phenology trails, 4501 Woodway Dr., Next Opportunity Feb. 11 learn, walk, Houston

Rice University FARMERS MARKET Tues., 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 5491 Greenbriar. Next Opportunities Feb. 7 & Feb. 14 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], http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next opportunity Feb. 11, 3 – 8 p.m. Location: Katy Prairie enjoy, learn, walk, bird, Houston

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 3rd Thurs., 7 – 9:30 p.m., Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://npsot.org/wp/houston/ Next opportunity Feb. 16, Topic: Texas Native Grapevines 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 Feb. 25 care, recycle, Houston

Nature Discovery Center CURIOUS KIDS Tues., 10 – 11:15 a.m. or 4 – 5:15 p.m. (during school year), pre-K science program, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunities Feb. 7 & Feb. 14 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 Feb. 12 & Feb. 19 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 tolearn to identify trees, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity Mar. 4 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 Feb. 6 – Feb. 10 & Feb. 11, Feb. 13 – Feb. 17 & Feb. 18 learn, Houston, outside, park, animals, media

Houston Audubon BIRDING FIELD TRIP usually 3rd or 4th Sat. (except summer), birding trips in/outside Houston for ages 12+, see calendar at www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity Feb. 25, 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 Feb. 7 & Feb. 14 care, garden, Houston

WHITE OAK BAYOU BOARD MEETING 2nd Tues. (except November), 7 – 8 p.m., monthly board meeting of the White Oak Bayou Association, location varies, to attend, call them at 765-426-1743, http://whiteoakbayou.org Next Opportunity Feb. 14 learn, meeting, water, 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 Mar. 4, Topic: Kipp Aquarium enjoy, animals, Houston

WESTBURY COMMUNITY GARDEN WORK DAY 4th Sat., 12:30 – 4 p.m., volunteers tend the garden, 12581 Dunlap, http://westburycommunitygarden.org/ Next Opportunity Feb. 25 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 Feb. 21 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 Feb. 11/Feb. 12 & Feb. 18/Feb. 19 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 Mar. 6 learn, care, garden, Houston

Hogg Bird Sanctuary BIRD SURVEY usually 1st Mon., 8:30 - 11 a.m., 1 Westcott St., Contact Aaron at [email protected] or 713-781-1372, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next opportunity Mar. 6 care, Houston, bird

Houston Zoo FREE AFTERNOON 1st Tues., noon - closing, (Sep. – May) visit zoo for free, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next opportunity Feb. 7 enjoy, animals, Houston

WOODLAND PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 2nd Sat., 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., join group for birding, 212 Parkview, [email protected] or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

BUTTERFLY ENTHUSIASTS OF SOUTHEAST TX MEETING 1st Tues. (every other month), 7 p.m., social & lecture at each meeting, Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.naba.org/chapters/nababest/ Next Opportunity Feb. 7, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, animals, Houston

Willow Waterhole Reserve BIRD COUNT 3rd Sat., 8 – 11 a.m., http://wwgc.org/ or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Feb. 18 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 Mar. 2, Topic: TBD learn, lecture, meeting, Houston

Hermann Park BIRD SURVEY 2nd Mon., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Call Jim or Harlan at 713-932-1639, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Feb. 13 care, bird, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE Subcommittee Meeting 3rd Thurs, bimonthly, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., 3555 Timmons Lane, Call 713-993-2497, Next opportunity Feb. 16 learn, cycle, meeting, Houston

EASTSIDE FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 300 Richmond Ave. Next Opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 care, farmers, Houston

FOOD POLICY WORKGROUP Monthly Meeting 2nd Weds., 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Bring your own lunch, Upper Kirby Building,3015 Richmond Ave, RSVP [email protected], Next opportunity Feb. 8 learn, meeting, Houston

nd HOUSTON URBAN GARDENERS Meeting 2 Mon., 6:30 pm, 1475 W. Gray, 832-345-7333, http://www.houstonurbangardeners.org/where-we-meet/ Next opportunity Feb. 13 care, learn, meeting, garden, Houston

BRAYS BAYOU ASSOCIATION MEETING 3rd Mon., 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of the association, speaker at each meeting, The Gathering Place, 5310 S. Willow Dr., Contact [email protected] Next Opportunity Feb. 20 learn, meeting, water, Houston Nature Discovery Center BELLAIRE GARDEN CLUB Meeting 1st Thurs., 7 p.m., 7112 Newcastle St, Bellaire, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/, Next opportunity Mar. 2 learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURALLY WILD FAMILIES one Sat./month, times varies, outdoor experiences for families with naturalist guide/instructor, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity Mar. 4, Topic: Kayaking learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TITMOUSE CLUB Tues. & Wed, 10 a.m., (Sep. – May), ages 2.5 - 5, stories, hands-on activities, nature walks & crafts, [email protected], www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunities Feb. 7/Feb. 8, Topic: Down in the Dirt; Feb. 14/Feb. 15, Topic: Animal Valentines 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 Feb. 18, Webelos: 9 – 11 a.m., Into the Woods 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 Feb. 9 care, learn, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center GIRL SCOUTING CLASSES monthly, times varies, girl scouts learn about nature, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org. Next Opportunities Feb. 18, Juniors: 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., Geocacher; Brownies: 9 – 11:30 a.m., WOW Journey (LOVE Water Award) & 1 – 3 p.m., Hiker enjoy, learn, kids, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center TYKE HIKE some Mon.s, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m., (except June/July), kids 18 mo. – 3 with parent, story, craft & stroller-friendly hike, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org. Next Opportunity Feb. 20 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, Houston

OUTDOOR NATURE CLUB, ORNITHOLOGY Meeting 1st Mon., 6:30 – 8 p.m., 713-664-5206, Bayland Community Ctr, 6400 Bissonet, Speaker each month, Next opportunity Mar. 6. 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 Feb. 9 & Feb. 16 care, farmers, Houston NATIVE PRAIRIES ASSOCIATION of TEXAS Meeting usually 4th Weds. (except Nov./Dec.), 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., McGovern Centennial Gardens, 1500 Hermann Dr., Speaker each month, [email protected], https://hnpat.wordpress.com/ Next opportunity Feb. 22, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, lecture, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BIRD WALK 2nd Sat., 8 - 10 a.m., (except summer), enjoy relaxed guided walk to look for/observe birds, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org. Next Opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS EXCHANGE 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

BACKCOUNTRY NAVIGATION WITH MAP & COMPASS Feb. 18, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., learn to translate map to surrounding area, use compass easibly & effectively to find your location & then

combine map & compass to plan a route, Cullinan Park, Sugarland, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, outside

BIRDING TRIP TO CORPUS CHRISTI Feb. 10 – Feb. 12, visit various location in Corpus Christi area to see birds, http://www.ornithologygroup.com/FieldTrip/index.html enjoy, bird, outside

SEA TURTLE SATURDAY Feb. 11, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., educational seminar about Ridley’s sea turtles, offered by National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, learn about research, rehabilitation, nesting & conservation, plus tour of sea turtle barn, Galveston, http://www.galvestonnaturetourism.org/Sea_Turtle.asp learn, class, animals, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science EVENING OF CELEBRATION, SURROUNDED BY SCIENCE Feb. 14, 6 p.m., reception, 3-course seated meal with wine, behind the scenes lecture, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland enjoy, learn, lecture, Houston

TREE PLANTING Feb. 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., regional tree planting competition, teams invited to participate, bring your own shovels, Houston Area Urban Forestry Council, Missouri City, http://txmn.org/coastal/events/ care, tree, outside

CONNECTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE & NATURE: INVASIVE SPECIES Feb. 26, 6 p.m., free webinar by Rice University Biosciences professor, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connections-between-people-nature-invasive-species-tickets- 31402950069?aff=eac2 learn, lecture, media, outside

Galveston Island State Park STARGAZING 101 Feb. 24, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., guided hike to learn about the importance of the dark & our connection to the stars, equipment & take-home materials

provided, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, enjoy, walk, park, outside

HIKE BUFFALO RUN PARK Feb. 11, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., join group 11 mile hike in along trail in Buffalo Run Park & elsewhere in Missouri City, meet at Progtessive High School, Missouri City, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails-More/events/ enjoy, walk, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park GEOCACHING 101 Feb. 11, 1 – 2 p.m., learn to find hidden treasure in the park, and around the globe, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston- island/park_events learn, enjoy, class, walk, park, outside

WINTER BAT SURVEY Ongoing, researchers requesting TX landowners to submit surveys of bats on their property, form to fill out and submit can be found here: http://bit.ly/2i6bq31 care, animals, outside

COLORADO ROCKIES TRIP Feb. 10 - Feb. 13, join group trip to Rocky Mountain National Park for fun in the snow,https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ enjoy, walk, park, outside

Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center JUNIOR EXPLORERS: FOOD CHAINS Feb. 9, 10 - 11 a.m., kids learn about importance of food chains in the forest & other ecosystems, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/events/1894118987487203/ learn, class, kids, park, outside

ARTS IN THE PARK Feb. 11, 2 - 6 p.m., teen talent show, original artwork, activities for kids, Rob Fleming Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship- tx.gov/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2017&month=2&day=11 enjoy, kids, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park FISH & WILDLIFE MERIT BADGE Feb. 18, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., boy scouts join staff naturalist to learn proper fish & wildlife management practices & why they are important, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks/Jones/Programs learn, class, animals, fish, kids, park, outside

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office FRUIT TREE & TOMATO SALE Feb. 18, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., purchase fruit trees & tomato plants, presentation at 8 a.m., master gardeners on hand to answer questions, other vendors, Pasadena Fairgrounds, Pasadena, http://harris.agrilife.org/ care, garden, tree, outsiden

SAN BERNARD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE VISIT Feb. 11, 7:30 a.m., join group outing to the refuge to see birds & largest live oak in Texas, Brazoria, meet at Starbucks in Meyerland Plaza to carpool from Houston, https://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ enjoy, walk, bird, park, outside

LOCAL SNAKES 101 Feb. 9, 7 p.m., learn quick and simple ways to identify snakes found in the greater Houston area, see live contained snakes, McCullough Jr. High School, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2017&month=2&day=9 learn, lecture, animals, outside

VOLUNTEER WORK DAY Feb. 11 & Feb. 16, 9 a.m. – noon, volunteer at Coastal Heritage Preserve, Galveston, RSVP to [email protected], http://www.artistboat.org/volunteer- workdays.html care, water, garden, outside Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center PARENT’S NIGHT OUT Feb. 11, 6 - 10 p.m., drop kids off at center and enjoy a night out, Valentine’s themed activities for the kids, proceeds benefit EPIC year-

end trip, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, http://www.baytown.org/city- hall/departments/parks-recreation/eddie-v-gray-wetlands-education-center/calendar/-curm-2/-cury- 2017 enjoy, kids, outside

REI WOMEN’S BACKPACKING BASICS Feb. 9, 7 – 8:30 p.m., women only class, overview of backpacking planning, preparation & gear, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, walk, outside

SPRING CREEK PADDLE TRIP Feb. 19, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, easy 2 – 3 hour trip, gear may be rented from SouthWest Paddle Sports, Spring, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, outside

REI INTRO TO TEXAS STATE PARKS IN HOUSTON AREA Feb. 7, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn about outdoor possibilities of state parks in Houston area , 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, park, outside

DUCKS UNLIMITED FUNDRAISER Feb. 9, 6 – 10 p.m., fundraiser dinner for Ducks Unlimited, Tomball VFW, Tomball, http://www.ducks.org/texas/events/44142/tomball-dinner care. bird, outside

RUN FOR WELLNESS FREE 5K Feb. 19, 8 – 9:30 a.m., free 5K run at the San Jacinto Monument, La Porte, https://thehwporg.presencehost.net/news-events/ enjoy, walk, Houston

Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center FANTASTIC LIZARDS & WHERE TO FIND THEM Feb. 11, 1 - 2 p.m., learn all about area lizards, both native and introduced, for all ages, interact with live

lizards, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/events/392662467735083/ learn, enjoy, animals, kids, park, outside

Katy Prairie Conservancy COMING HOME TO ROOST Feb. 8, 4 – 7 p.m., observe sandhill cranes roosting on prairie, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org/field-days. enjoy, bird, outside

PRESERVE WORK DAY Feb. 10, 8:30 a.m., volunteer at The Nature Conservancy Texas City Preserve, contact [email protected], http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar care, outside

REI GOURMET CAMP COOKING Feb. 11, 2 – 3:30 p.m., course will break down components of great meals and how to translate to the outdoors, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, outside

CAMP/HIKE PALO DURO CANYON STATE PARK Feb. 17 – Feb. 20, join group to camp & hike in state park, Canyon, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails-More/events/ enjoy, camp, walk, park, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS Feb. 23 & Feb. 24, (2/23): Myrmecology for grades 1 – 8, learn all about ants, (2/24): Earth Science lab for grades 1 – 8, learn about comets, asteroids, meteors & meteorites, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland learn, class, kids, water, outside

HIKE BUFFALO RUN PARK Feb. 11, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. join group 11mi. hike on trails in Buffalo Run Park, Missouri City, meet at Progressive High School, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails- More/events/ enjoy, walk, park, outside

INTRO TO PADDLING Feb. 12, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, learn advanced skills to kayak on creeks, streams & rivers, all gear included, SouthWest Paddle Sports, Spring, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ learn, class, boat, outside

FROBERG FARM TRIP Feb. 17, 9 a.m., senior outing to pick-your-own organic strawberry farm in Alvin, transportation from Humble Civic Center, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly- calendar enjoy, garden, outside

MANAGING YOUR LAND FOR WILDLIFE Feb. 11, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., workshop with experts covers variety of topics related to the general theme of managing land for wildlife, Big Stone Lodge, Spring, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar learn, care, class, animals, outside

CLEAR CREEK CLEAN-UP Feb. 11, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., volunteers remove trash from Clear Creek, League City, http://clearcreekcleanup.org/ care, water, outside

REI BACKPACKING BASICS Feb. 17, 7 – 8:30 p.m., overview of planning, prepartion & gear, including pack, clothing & footwear 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, camp, outside

Katy Prairie Conservancy OWL PROWL & COYOTE HOWL Feb. 12, 4 – 8 p.m., naturalist-led search for owls, listen to night sounds on prairie, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org/field-days. enjoy, bird, animals, walk, outside

REI WRENCH NIGHT Feb. 8 & Feb. 15, 7 – 8 p.m., work on your bike alongside expert guide, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, outside

TREE PLANTING Feb. 18, 8 a.m. - noon, volunteers plant trees in Footbridge Way Pond Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship- tx.gov/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2017&month=2&day=18 care, enjoy, tree, park, outside

REI HIKING THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL Feb. 16, 7 – 9:30 p.m., learn what you need to know to get started hiking the AT, whether for short distance or long backpacking trip, course covers food & equipm,ent selection, including clothing & gear,18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, outside

Galveston Island State Park WINTER BIRDING 101 Feb. 25, 1 – 2 p.m., family friendly class on most common birds during winter, binos provided, walk to spot birds, meet at nature center, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, enjoy, class, walk, bird, kids, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park FULL MOON HIKE Feb. 10, 6 – 7 p.m., explore trails with guide, learn astronomy & view moon, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events enjoy, walk, park, outside

ABANDONED CRAB TRAP REMOVAL Feb. 18, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., volunteers remove abandoned crab traps & destroy them, both boat-based and land-based volunteers needed, Fort Anahuac Park, Anahuac & Stingaree Restaurant, Bolivar, http://www.galvbay.org/events/trees-and-tees/ care, water, park, boat, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science BOY SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for boy scouts of all ages, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland Next Opportunities TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside

Galveston Island State Park BAY TOWER HIKE Feb. 11 & Feb. 25, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., guided hike to observation tower, up-close view of life in a salt marsh, get hands in the water, learn about estuaries, meet at nature center, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston- island/park_events enjoy, learn, walk, animals, kids, park, outside

ADVANCED VEGETABLE GARDENING: TOMATOES Feb. 11, 9 a.m. – noon, learn soil preparation, planting techniques, best varieties to plant & organic gardening methods, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship- tx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=5617&day=11&month=2&year=2017&calType=0 learn. care, garden, outside

LAKE WOODLANDS SCAVENGER HUNT Feb. 18, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., put your kayak skills to the test as you try to collect as manyobjects as possible in two hours, Riva Row Boat House, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship- tx.gov/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2017&month=2&day=19 enjoy, boat, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Feb. 11 & Feb. 18, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., classroom & outdoor activities for new volunteers to learn about volunteer opportunities at center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org learn, care, class, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center OWL PROWL/NIGHT HIKE Feb. 11, 5:45 – 7:45 p.m., walk thru woods to listen for owls & other sounds of the night, ages 6+, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org enjoy, walk, kids, bird, outside

LAND STEWARDSHIP DAY Feb. 11, 8 a.m. - noon, volunteers plant trees, Exploration Green, Clear Lake, http://www.galvbay.org/events/trees-and-tees/ care, tree, park, outside

OYSTER RESTORATION Feb. 16, 1 – 2 p.m., learn about tool used to set oyster restoration goals & hear real-world examples of its use, webinar, http://txmn.org/coastal/event/at-nfws-webinar-oyster- restoration/ learn, lecture, fish, media, outside

TENNIS TOURNAMENT Feb. 11, 12 - 5 p.m. & Feb. 19, 12 – 3 p.m., (2/11): kids 11+ compete, (2/18): kids 10- compete, Bear Branch Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship- tx.gov/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2017&month=2&day=11 enjoy, park, outside

HUNTSVILLE STATE PARK TRAIL WORK PARTY Feb. 18, 9 a.m., volunteers maintain trails in Huntsville State Park, Huntsville, http://ghorba.org/events/clinics care, cycle, park, outside

Houston Zoo FAMILY NATURE CLUB Feb. 18, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., immersive nature experience for families, use all 5 senses to explore gardens & enjoy scavenger hunt, Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden,Humble, http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ enjoy, garden, tree, kids, outside

ANIMAL SKULL INVESTIGATION Feb. 15, 9 & 10:30 a.m. & 12:45 & 2 p.m., youth videoconference for grades 1 – 6, investigate skulls of native TX animals, adaptations, students will identify skull structures & their function, https://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/ learn, class, media, kids, animals, outside

Seaborne Creek Nature Park FISHTASTICS Feb. 18, 8 - 11 a.m., kids fishing event in the park, ages 4+, prizes in various age groups, adults may not fish but can only accompany children, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ enjoy, fish, kids, park, 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 Mar. 2 enjoy, kids, walk, garden, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science GIRL SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for girl scouts of all ages, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland Next Opportunities TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside

Lake Houston Wilderness Park FAMILY ACTIVITY Sun., 2 – 3 p.m., different activity each Sunday, from archery to fly fishing, New Caney, see activities catalog link at: http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/ Next Opportunities Feb. 12 & Feb. 19 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 Feb. 11 care, recycle, outside

Lake Houston Wilderness Park ANIMAL CLASSES Sat., 10 – 11 a.m. & 2 – 3 p.m., learn about animals in the park, New Caney, see activities catalog link at: http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/ Next Opportunities Feb. 11: Geocaching 101 (a.m.) & Beginner Orienteering (p.m.); Feb. 18: Scavenger Hunt (a.m.) & Archery 101 (p.m.) learn, enjoy, animals, kids, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park BEACHCOMBING 101 Sat., 1 – 2 p.m., learn to find & identify shells then go walk beach to find some, meet at the nature center, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state- parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 enjoy, learn, animals, park, outside

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory NURSERY WORK DAY 3rd Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers work in wetland nursery in Lake Jackson, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 16 care, enjoy, garden, outside SEABORNE CREEK BIRD WALK 1st Weds., 8 - 10 a.m. (Nov. – May), join group for birding walk in park, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, walk, bird, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park SUNSET PHOTO HIKE some Weds., 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., ranger explores tips for better photos to capture those special moments, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunity Feb. 22 learn, enjoy, photo, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park SHELLING 101 some Weds., 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., meet at nature center to explore beach for shells left behind by mollusks, bivalves, & crustaceans, pets on leash may participate, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunity Feb. 22 enjoy, beach, fish, park, outside

CEDAR BAYOU FRIENDS MEETING 1st Tues., 7 p.m. (every other month), group dedicated to preserving & protecting Cedar Bayou, Roseland Park Pavillion, Baytown, http://www.cedarbayoufriends.org/cedar-bayou-voyager-canoekayak-event.html Next Opportunity Feb. 7 learn, care, meeting, water, outside

Lake Houston Wilderness Park NATURE HIKE Sun., 8 a.m., guided stroll with naturalist, meet at Nature Center, New Caney, see activities catalog link at: http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/ Next Opportunities Feb. 12 & Feb. 19 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, park, outside

George Observatory SCOUTING at the OBSERVATORY dates vary, courses for girl scouts of all ages, Needville, www.hmns.org Next Opportunities TBD enjoy, learn, kids, outside

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

PLANT STUDY GROUP 2nd Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., join group for plant walk in park, Seaborne Creek Park, followed by classroom session, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, walk, bird, park, outside

Exploration Green WORK DAY 2nd Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers repot, prune & stake trees, 1801 Neptune Ln., Alvin, http://www.txgcmn.org/calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, walk, park, outside

COASTAL PRAIRIE MASTER NATURALIST Meeting 1st Thurs, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., social/snacks followed by expert presentation & then chapter business, Bud O’Shieles’s Community Center, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/events/ Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, garden, outside

SURF, PADDLE, KAYAK SURFSIDE BEACH daily, rent surf or paddle boards & kayaks at Surfside Beach, http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, beach, outside

SEABORNE CREEK NATURE PARK WALK 4th Sat., 10 a.m. - noon, guided interpretive walks in park, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Feb. 25 enjoy, walk, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park INVASIVES BEWARE 3rd Sun., 9 - 11 a.m., document & remove invasive plants & animals, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar Next Opportunity Feb. 19 care, garden, animals, park, outside

SEABORNE 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 Opportunity Feb. 15 care, enjoy, garden, beach, outside

BUCKET BRIGADE INTERPRETIVE BEACH TOURS daily, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (curing summer), free interpretive beach tours, for all ages, on the half hour, Stewart Beach, plus several other locations (Thurs. – Sun. only), Galveston, http://www.artistboat.org/take-a-tour.html learn, enjoy, beach, outside SEABORNE VOLUNTEER DAY usually 1st Sat. & 2nd Weds., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers work in gardens, or greenhouse, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Feb. 8 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 Feb. 9 & Feb. 16 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 Feb. 10 & Feb. 17 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 Feb. 9 – Feb. 13 & Feb. 16 – Feb. 20 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 Feb. 16, Topic: Acquatic Plant Identification & Control 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 Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 enjoy, outside

DEER PARK PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAY 2nd Weds. & 4th Sat., 9 a.m. - noon, join Houston chapter of Native Prairies Assoc. of TX in work at preserve, 1222 E. Purdue Ln, Deer Park, [email protected] https://hnpat.wordpress.com/hnpat-activities/field-trips/ Next Opportunity Feb. 8 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Jesse Jones Park TAI CHI in the PARK Weds., 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. beginner class taught by third degree black belt, low impact stretching, range of motion exercises, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/, Next opportunities Feb. 8 & Feb. 15 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 Feb. 25 care, bird, park, outside

Dennis Johnston Park TRAIL WALKING Fri., 8:10 – 9:10 a.m., 2-mile guided trail walk along Spring Creek, Spring, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly- calendar/ModuleID/751/ItemID/23276/mctl/EventDetails Next Opportunities Feb. 10 & Feb. 17 enjoy, walk, water, park, outside Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GREEN THUMB LECTURE 3rd Sat., 10 a.m. – noon, (Jan. – Oct.) Maude Marks Library, 1815 Westgreen Blvd, Katy, register 281-855-5600, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/. Next Opportunity Feb. 18 Topic: Spring vegetable gardening 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 Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 enjoy, boat, outside

KINGWOOD FARMERS MARKET Thurs., 3 – 7 p.m., Town Center Park, 8 North Main St., Kingwood. Next Opportunities Feb. 9 & Feb. 16 care, farmers, outside

Jesse Jones Park SECOND SUNDAY PICKERS 2nd Sun., 2 – 4 p.m., concert in the park, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/, Next opportunity Feb. 12 enjoy, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park VOLUNTEER Meeting usually 4th Mon., 7 p.m., programs on nature, open to all, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/jones/ learn, meeting, park, outside Next Opportunity Feb. 27

KATY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, Church of the Holy Apostles, Katy. Next Opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 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 Mar. 4 enjoy, bird, outside

CROSBY FARMERS’ MARKET Tues., 3 - 7 p.m., 311 Wahl St., Crosby Next Opportunities Feb. 7 & Feb. 14 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 Feb. 21 learn, meeting, lecture, bird, outside

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Sat., 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Kingwood Metro Park & Ride, http://keepkingwoodgreen.org/LocalRecyclingGuide.html Next opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 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 Feb. 8 & Feb. 15 enjoy, outside, bird, walk

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 2nd Mon., 6:30 p.m., University of Houston – Clear Lake, Clear Lake http://npsot.org/wp/houston/ Next opportunity Feb. 13, Topic: A Monarch’s View of the City learn, meeting, lecture, garden, outside

MARYSEE PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAYS 1st Sat., 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 220 County Rd. 2077, Hull, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events, Next opportunity Mar. 4 care, outside

KAYAK ADVENTURES usually Sat./Sun. & occasional Fri./holiday, times vary guided/interpretive kayak trips on Galveston Bay, kids 7+ may accompany parents, includes equipment, Galveston, https://kayak.destinationnext.com/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, boat, kids, outside

Baytown Nature Center BIRD SURVEY 3rd Thurs., 8 a.m. – 9 a.m., (except summer), 6213 Bayway Dr, call (281) 424-9198, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Feb. 16 care, bird, outside Baytown Nature Center NURTURE NATURE SERIES 1st Sat., 10 - 11 a.m., 6213 Bayway Dr, 281- 424-9198, http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/baytown-nature- center/calendar, Next opportunity Mar. 4 learn, kids, outside

Baytown Nature Center FULL MOON HIKE one Sat./month., start time varies, enjoy 90 minutes guided hike by moonlight, for adults/older children, 6213 Bayway Dr, call (281) 424-9198, http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/baytown-nature-center/calendar, Next opportunity Feb. 11, 5:30 p.m. enjoy, walk, kids, outside GROGAN’S MILL FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 2230 Buckthorn Pl, Spring. Next Opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 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 Feb. 8 & Feb. 15 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 Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 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 Feb. 26 care, garden, outside

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

Armand Bayou Nature Ctr BIRD COUNT usually 2nd Sat., 7 – 10 a.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunity Feb. 11 care, bird, outside

HEARTWOOD MASTER NATURALIST Chapter Meeting 1st Weds., 6 – 8 p.m., for members & prospective members, guest speaker at each meeting, W.G. Jones State Forest Education Bldg., 1328 FM 1488, Conroe, http://woodtmn.org, Next opportunity Mar. 1 learn, meeting, lecture, outside

Katy Prairie Conservancy WORK DAYS Tues, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Fri & Sat, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, remove invasives, mulch trails, restore habitat, remove brush, http://www.katyprairie.org/field-days. Next Opportunities Feb. 7, Feb. 10/Feb. 11 & Feb. 14, Feb. 17/Feb. 18 care, garden, outside

CLEAR LAKE SHORES FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1020 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores. Next Opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 care, farmers, outside

BIKE RIDES various days/times, join group rides, various locations, organized by Bike Barn locations, http://bikebarn.com/articles/upcoming-rides-pg66.htm enjoy, cycle, outside

Sea Center Texas FISH HATCHERY TOURS Tues. - Fri., 9, 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. & 2:30 p.m., reservations needed, 300 Medical Dr., Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/, Next opportunities Feb. 7 - Feb. 10/Feb. 11 & Feb. 14 - Feb. 17/Feb. 18 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 Feb. 24 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 Feb. 11, Feb. 17, & Feb. 18 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside

PEARLAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd & 4th Sat.s, 8 a.m. – noon, Zychlinski Park, 2243 N Grand Blvd, Pearland. Next Opportunity Feb. 11 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 Feb. 18 care, bird, outside

Mercer Arboretum STORY TIME IN THE GARDEN 3rd Mon., 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/. Next opportunity Feb. 20 enjoy, kids, garden, outside

SIERRA CLUB 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 Feb. 15, Topic: TBD care, learn, Houston

TOMBALL FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 205 W. Main, Tomball Next Opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 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 Feb. 7/Feb. 9 & Feb. 14/Feb. 16 care, enjoy, garden, outside Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden LUNCH BUNCH 2nd Weds., noon – 2 p.m., learn about a gardening topic, bring your own lunch, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/. Next opportunity Feb. 8, Topic: Micro-Greens 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 Feb. 15 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside

HIGH ISLAND WORK DAY 2nd Sat., 8:30 a.m. – noon, maintain bird sanctuary, lunch provided, 2088 5th St, High Island, Contact [email protected], Next opportunity Feb. 11 care, bird, outside

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory YOUNG ORNITHOLOGISTS 3rd Sat., 9 a.m., birding & exploring for kids up to 17, 103 Hwy 332, Lake Jackson, www.gcbo.org, Next opportunity Feb. 18 care, bird, kids, outside

NASSAU BAY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 18045 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay. Next Opportunities Feb. 11 & Feb. 18 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 Feb. 11/Feb. 12 & Feb. 18/Feb. 19 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 Feb. 11/Feb. 12 & Feb. 18/Feb. 19 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 Feb. 8/Feb. 10, Topic: Owls; Feb. 15/Feb. 17, Topic: Aquatics I: Hydrology 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 Feb. 10 & Feb. 17 care, garden, outside Armand Bayou Nature Center PONTOON BOAT CRUISES most Sat.s, 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. and/or 6 – 7:30 p.m.; 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, Fees & registration may be required. http://www.abnc.org Next opportunities Feb. 11 (a.m. & p.m.), & Feb. 18 (a.m. only) 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 Feb. 8/Feb. 10, Topic: Skunks; Feb. 15/Feb. 17, Topic: Armadillo 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 Feb. 11 enjoy, boat, outside Armand Bayou Nature Center BOY SCOUTING PROGRAMS usually monthly during school year, times vary opportunity to earn various badges, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Webelos: Feb. 12, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m., Into the Wild; Bears: Feb. 26, 2 – 4 p.m., Fur, Feathers & Ferns learn, class, kids, walk, animals, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center STEWARDSHIP SATURDAY 8 – noon, 1st & 3rd Sat.s, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, registration required, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunity Feb. 18 care, outside Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-TOTS alt. Fri., 9:30 – 11 a.m. (during school year), adult + kids 18 mo. – 3, different nature topic each session (course repeats for two successive Fri.), includes story/songs/short hike/etc., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Feb. 10/Feb. 17, Topic: Rocks learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside Brazos Bend State Park BRAZOS RIVER PICKERS 2nd Sat., 5 – 7 p.m. (Oct. – Apr.), bluegrass/old time music in the park, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity Feb. 11 enjoy, park, outside Armand Bayou Nature Center GIRL SCOUTING PROGRAMS usually monthly during the school year, times vary opportunity to earn various badges, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Brownies: Feb. 18, 1 – 3 p.m. Outdoor Art Explorer; Juniors: Feb. 18, 9 a.m. – noon, Get Moving Journey – Session 3 & Feb. 25, 9 a.m. – noon, Animal Habitats; Daisies: Feb. 25, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Flower Garden Session 1 & Mar. 4, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Flower Garden – Session 4 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 Feb. 11 enjoy, bird, walk, park, outside

Brazos Bend State Park GUIDED PHOTO HIKE 1st Sat., (except Jan.), start time varies, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org, Next opportunity: Mar. 4, 3 p.m. enjoy, photo, walk, park, outside

MILLIKAN RESERVE FARMERS’ MARKET 3rd Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 19851 FM2154, College Station, Next Opportunity Feb. 19 care, farmers, outside

BOLIVAR BEACH RAMBLE 1st Sat., explore Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity: Feb. 4 enjoy, bird, walk, outside

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

GALVESTON COUNTY AUDUBON MEETING & BIRDING FIELD TRIP usually 3rd Sat. & prior Weds., (except Dec.), time varies, various locations, [email protected], http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/calendar.html Next opportunities: TBD & Feb. 18, Topic: TBD, Location: TBD learn, meeting, enjoy, walk, bird, outside