SummerNatureSeries

Fighting Nature With Nature!

Biological Control InitiativeWednesday, June 19

Walk in Nature

Trails As ParksTuesday, July 9

Tall Tails: Urban Wildlife Myth Busters

Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature CenterTuesday, July 23

Herbs: Your Own Scratch ‘n Sniff Garden

Mercer Botanic GardensWednesday, July 17

Backyard Bass

Kickerillo-Mischer PreserveWednesday, June 26

Learn about nature from 10 a.m. to noon

during these free lectures!

Celebrate the end of the Summer Nature Series with an evening filled with outdoor fun! See more details on reverse side.

NatureNight

LEVY PARK, 3801 EASTSIDE STREET, HOUSTON, TX 77098

August 17 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Harris County Precinct 4Commissioner R. Jack Cagle

@HCPrecinct4 @LevyParkHouston

Wednesday, June 19

Anita Schiller Biological Control Initiative, Director

Learn how the Texas “mosquito assassin” helps reduce the pest mosquito population and test your bug knowledge. As larvae, these insects feed on newly hatched pest mosquitoes and mature into colorful pollinators.

Tuesday, July 9

Kristina LinberkTrails As Parks, Director

Walk on the wild side with Precinct 4’s Trails As Parks. Explore animal skins, skulls, and tracks while learning about nature from experts.

Tuesday, July 23

Anni RanckJesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center, Outreach Coordinator

Dispel common myths concerning local urban wildlife. Participants will discover how myths begin, solutions to common wildlife problems, and that truth really is stranger than fiction.

Wednesday, July 17

Jennifer GarrisonMercer Botanic Gardens, Education Director

Jamie HartwellMercer Botanic Gardens, Volunteer Coordinator

Explore the colors, textures, and fragrances of an assortment of herbs during this hands-on presentation. Learn about the cultural requirements, culinary inspiration, historical aspects, and folklore of different herbs.

Wednesday, June 26

Ashley DeLeon Torres Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, Outdoor Education Coordinator

Practice casting a fishing rod while on land, and learn about common freshwater fish species in Harris County.

SummerNatureSeries

Nature NightEnjoy a showing of Disney’s Monkey Kingdom on

the big screen, along with a variety of outdoor activities. Nature enthusiasts will fall in love with this documentary following a family of monkeys navigating the complex social hierarchies of the jungle.

FreeEvent!

August 17 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

OUTDOOR MOVIE • CHILDREN’S CRAFTS AND GAMES • NATURE EDUCATION BOOTHS