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

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON

Edith L. Moore Nature Center NATURE EXPLORERS CAMP Jun. 5 – Jun. 9 & Jun. 12 – Jun 16, 9 a.m. - noon, (weekly thru July 7), summer nature camp for ages 5 – 10, hike trails, play games, do crafts & science projects, interact with animals & more, 440 Wilchester Blvd., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/adults/speaker-event.html enjoy, learn, class, kids, animals, fish, walk, tree, Houston

WAUGH BAT COLONY BOAT TOUR Jun. 7, 5:15 p.m., senior outing, baot tour to see bats energe at dusk, transportation provided from Fairbanks Library, 9600 W. Little York Rd., http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, boat, animals, Houston

STARTING A COMMUNITY OR SCHOOL GARDEN Jun. 18, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., learn process building community, setting goals, exploring funding, creating garde n & ensuring sustainability, University of St. Thomas, 3812 Yoakum Blvd., http://urbanharvest.org/ learn, class, garden, kids, Houston

FAMILY CONCERT IN LEVY PARK Jun. 3, 4:30 p.m., enjoy family-friendly concert in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ enjoy, kids, park, Houston

ENDING ENERGY POVERTY May 30, 10:30 a.m. – noon, distinguished panel discussion lack of access to energy both in developed & developing world, online event, https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7466338544180338178 learn, media, meeting, Houston

NATIONAL TRAILS DAY Jun. 3, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., join volunteers to build trails & fencing in the Stanley Preserve, 11701 Garrett Rd., see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston

BACKPACKING MEET & GREET Jun. 1, 7 p.m., discussion of upcoming backpacking trip to Lake Houston Wilderness Park, Onion Creek Coffee House, 3106 White Oak Dr., http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ learn, meeting, walk, park, Houston

GALVESTON HARBOR TOUR Jun. 1/Jun. 2, 8 a.m., senior outing, narrated boat tour of Galveston Bay & Port of Houston, see birds & marine life, (6/1): transportation provided from St. Luke’s Health – The Vintage Hospital, 20171 Chasewood Park Dr., (6/2): transportation provided from Oaks Presbyterian Church, 1576 Chantilly Ln., http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, boat, animals, fish, bird, Houston

SOLARIZE HOUSTON ROOFTOP SOLAR WORKSHOP Jun. 10, 10:30 a.m. – noon, learn how to participate in group purchase program for rooftop solar, get answers to question on rooftop solar installations & equipment, Green Building Resource Center, 1002 Washington Ave., https://www.solarize-houston.org/ learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL Jun. 10, 8 a.m., senior outing, enjoy all things strawberry, transportation provided from Oaks Presbyterian Church, 1576 Chantilly Ln., http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, farmers, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO YOGA Jun. 10, learn yoga, as well as how to make a difference for animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ learn, class, animals, Houston

Buffalo Bayou SUMMER FEST Jun. 3 & Jun. 4, music Festival in the park, Eleanor Tinsley Park,500 Allen Pkwy., www.buffalobayou.org enjoy, park, Houston

TOXIC TOUR Jun. 9, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., bus tour of areas of Houston suffering from significant air pollution, departs from 3917 Leeland, lunch included, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/non-toxic-tour-tickets-34328281815 learn, pollution, Houston NATIONAL TRAILS DAY – MEMORIAL PARK Jun. 3, 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers perform trail maintenance in the park, including trimming overgrowth, N. & S. Picnic Ln.s, http://ghorba.org/event/national-trails-day-memorial-park/ care, garden, park, Houston BACKPACKING 101 Jun. 7, 7 – 8 p.m., learn how to pack light for a backpacking trip, Eleanor Tinsley Park, 3600 Allen Pkwy., http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com/clubportal/Calendar.cfm?clubID=3 learn, class, walk, camp, park, Houston Buffalo Bayou WAUGH BAT COLONY BOAT TOUR Jun. 10 & Jun. 24, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn more about bats that live under the Waugh St. bridge, and enjoy amazing view of them emerging at dusk

form boat on Buffalo Bayou, 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 Jun. 10, 6 p.m. – 9 a.m. (Jun. 11), 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 KAYAKING 101 Jun. 14, 7 – 8 p.m., learn about gear, stokes, where to paddle, safety & more, Allen’s Landing, 1005 Commerce St. http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com/clubportal/EventDetailPublic2.cfm?clubID=3&EventID=243594&mo=6&tDate=%7Bd%20%272017%2D06%2D29%27%7D learn, class, boat, park, Houston Buffalo Bayou BLANKET BINGO Jun. 15, 6 – 9 p.m., fundraiser bingo event in Market Square Park, corner of Preston & Travis, admission fee + charge for bingo packet, www.buffalobayou.org care, enjoy, park, Houston

SUP 101 May 31, 7 – 8 p.m., learn how to choose paddleboard, safety, strokes, locations to paddle & more, 288 lake, 4900 Schurmier, http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com/clubportal/Calendar.cfm?clubID=3 learn, class, boat, Houston

Discovery Green PARTY ON THE PLAZA May 31 & Jun. 7, 7 - 9 p.m., (Weds. thru Jun. 28) Houston bands perform at the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston

HOME-BASED REHABILITATION Jun. 17, 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

HAPPY TRAILS & HOT DOGS Jun. 3, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., nature tours, pop-up playground, fishing contest (registration 8 - 9 a.m.), & more, Woodland Park, 212 Parkview, http://www.friendsofwoodlandpark.org/ enjoy, kids, fish, walk, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center ARBORETUM AT NIGHT: FROGS Jun. 10, 7 – 9 p.m., learn about frogs, enjoy beers/coffee & snacks, hit the trails to look for frogs & other nocturnal creatures 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ learn, enjoy, animals, walk, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NEWS & BREWS Jun. 7, 5:30 – 6:45 p.m., learn about master plan now underway at arboretum, enjoy beverages & take a hike on the trails, 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ care, learn, enjoy, walk, Houston

Nature Discovery Center SNEAK A PEEK Jun. 13 – Jun. 15 & Jun. 20 – Jun. 22, 10 – 11:15 a.m., (Tues. – Thurs. until Aug. 10, except week of Jul. 3), pre-schooler class, ages 3 – 5, hands-on & fun learning activities, (6/13): Simple Machines, (6/20): Rainforest Adventures, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, kids, Houston

REI CAMP STOVES & WATER FILTRATION Jun. 13, 7 – 8:30 p.m., sample advanced camp stoves & water filtrations tools, course will discuss how to use & maintain camp stoves, water filters & water purifiers, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, Houston

Discovery Green COMPAGNIE XY Jun. 2, 8 – 9 p.m. & Jun. 3, acrobatic performances in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston

REI WRENCH NIGHT May 31 & Jun. 7, 7 – 8:30 p.m., work on your bike alongside professionals, 8th Wonder Brewery, 2202 Dallas, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, cycle, Houston

Nature Discovery Center CAMP TROPICAL RAINFOREST Jun. 5 – Jun. 9 & Jun. 12 – Jun. 16, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., games, crafts, outdoor exploration, hands-on science experiences & more, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, kids, Houston

REI TEXAS! CAMPING BASICS Jun. 3, 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn TX camping basics: gear & equipment, local activities, regional resources & more, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science MEMBER FILM SCREENING Jun. 2, 1, 2, 3, & 4 p.m., screening of Penguins 3D for members, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, media, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office MASTER GARDENER CLASS Jun. 7 & Jun. 14, 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

Houston Museum of Natural Science HMNS AFTER DARK May 31, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., enjoy museum after dark, includes tour of malacology hall (sea shells), 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, fish, Houston

TEACHING SYSTEMS THINKING TO FILL THE CLIMATE LITERACY GAP June. 1, 12:15 – 1:45 p.m., webinar in which leaders from business, education & philanthropy discuss climate literacy gap, ways to teach systems thinking, concepts to develop climate literacy & role of philanthropy & community colleges, http://securityandsustainabilityforum.org/ learn, lecture, media, pollution, Houston

OLD TIME TRADE DAY’S TRIP Jun. 10, 9 a.m., senior outing, flea market visit, transportation provided from Kingwood Library, 4400 Bens View Ln. Or St. Luke’s - The Vintage Hospital, 20171 Chasewood Park Dr., http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ care, recycle, Houston

BABY BIRD ORIENTATION Jun. 3 & Jun. 17, 2 p.m., learn to care for baby birds, Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ learn, care, class, bird, Houston

NIGHT HIKES May 31, Jun. 5, Jun. 7, & Jun. 12, 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

REI BACKPACKING BASICS II Jun. 6, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn how to cut weight in your backpack & tailor gear to suit your needs, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston

OUTDOOR FUN FOR PRE-SCHOOLERS Jun. 7, 8:30 a.m. - noon, volunteers set up tent, lawn fishing, dry-dock kayaking & more for kids to learn about outdoors, St. Pauls’ School, 5501 Main St., https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ enjoy, camp, kids, fish, boat, Houston

DEVELOPING A CLIMATE ACTION PLAN FOR YOUR COMMUNITY Jun. 8, 2 p.m., webinar in which experts use example of Florida Keys plan to increase climate resiliency, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/developing-a-climate-action-plan-for-your-community-lessons-from-the-florida-keys/view learn, media, lecture, pollution, Houston

REI WOMEN’S LIGHTWEIGHT BACKPACKING BASICS Jun. 10, 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn tips on lightweight backpacking, including shelters, backpacks, food choices & fuel, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston

Buffalo Bayou PORT TO PORT BOAT TOUR Jun. 10, 10 a.m. – noon, learn history of Houston’s port on this tour from Allen’s Landing, 1001 Commerce St., to Houston Turning Basin www.buffalobayou.org enjoy, learn, boat, park, Houston DROUGHT & RANGELANDS Jun. 7, 1 p.m., webinar in which experts discuss issues related to drought in rangelands, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/drought-rangelands/view learn, media, lecture, animals, garden, water, Houston

PUTTING A PRICE ON NATURE – SHOULD WE? Jun. 26, 6 p.m., free webinar by PhD in ecology on eco-system valuation, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/putting-a-price-on-nature-should-we-tickets-34765658019 learn, lecture, media, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR EXHIBIT thru Jun. 4, exhibit showcases award-winning photography of nature, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, photo, animals, Houston

RESULTS OF A NATIONAL TRANSITION TO ORGANIC SURVEY Jun. 6, 2 p.m., webinar to learn about motivation, needs & challenges in going organic for agriculture, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/results-of-a-national-transition-to-organic-survey/view learn, media, lecture, farmer, Houston

LEARN TO RIDE CLASSES Jun. 3 & Jun. 17, 1 – 2 p.m. & 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. (& 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on 6/3), 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

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

USING FIRE & GRAZING TO MAINTAIN PRODUCTION GRASSLANDS Jun. 1, 1 p.m., webinar by experts discusses effect of fire & grazing on grasslands wildlife & opportunities to manage to accomplish production & wildlife goals, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/using-fire-and-grazing-to-maintain-productive-and-ecologically-resilient-grasslands/view learn, media, lecture, animals, garden, Houston

OPOSSUM & PAL ORIENTATION Jun. 10 & Jun. 24, 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 AMBER SECRETS ongoing, exhibit of amber gems, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council NATURALIZED OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS IN CHILD CARE CENTERS Jun. 6, 6 – 7:30 p.m., learn about role outdoor learning environments can play in preventing obesity, 3555 Timmons Ln., http://www.h-gac.com/home/residents.aspx learn, meeting, kids, Houston

REI WOMEN’S ROCKCLIMBING BASICS Jun. 7, 7 – 8:30 p.m., introduction to rock climbing, including gear specific to women, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, climb, 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

REI HANDS-ON BIKE MAINTENANCE – DRIVE TRAIN Jun. 14, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn about drivetrain, how to inspect, adjust & maintain front/rear derailleurs, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, Houston

RUN FOR WELLNESS Jun. 4 & Jun. 25, 8 – 9:30 a.m., free 5K run, (6/25): Freedom Park, 18050 Westheimer, (6/4): White Oak Bayou, The Heights, https://thehwporg.presencehost.net/news-events/event-calendar.html enjoy, walk, park, Houston

POST-SESSION RECEPTION ON TEXAS LEGISLATURE Jun, 1, 6 – 8 p.m., reception to review legislation related to the environment from this legislative session, 2640 Arbuckle St., https://www.texasenvironment.org/events/houston-reception/ learn, meeting, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WORLD OCEANS DAY Jun. 8, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. life-size 2D coral reefs, presentations, hands-on learning stations, & more 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, water, kids, Houston

Hermann Park HAVANA NIGHTS Jun. 8, 7 – 10 p.m., fundraiser for the park, in the historic clubhouse, 1700 Hermann Dr., https://www.houstonjapanfest.org/ care, enjoy, park, Houston

HOUSTON GALVESTON EXTREME WEATHER EXPO Jun. 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., presentations, exhibits & more to prepare residents for extreme weather, George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001Avenida de las Americas, www.hurricaneworkshop.com learn, conference, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS May Deep Sea divers, grades 1 – 8; earth science lab, grades 1 – 8; & techno science lab, grades 1 – 8, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, class, 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 EASY ENERGY & WATER CONSERVATION FOR HOUSES OF WORSHIP Jun. 4, 5:30 p.m., lecture on energy & water saving measures, University of St. Thomas, Robertson Hall, or online, register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interfaith-

environmental-network-of-houston-easy-energy-water-conservation-for-houses-of-worship-tickets-34919935467?aff=es2 learn, lecture, water, pollution, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science YOGA WITH THE DINOS Jun. 1, 6:30 p.m., yoga class in the dinosaur hall, for members of catalysts group, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, Houston Nature Discovery Center FAMILY NATURE NIGHT: TEXAS TURTLES Jun. 14, 6:30 – 8 p.m., snacks, craft, nature walk, kid-friendly presentation, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, walk, animals, kids, Houston

Hermann Park AN EVENING IN THE GARDEN Jun. 22, 5 – 7:30 p.m., learn about design of garden from architect & horticulturist, in McGovern Centennial Garden, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ learn, enjoy, lecture, garden, park, Houston

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

KICKERILLO PADDLE Jun. 10, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., join group paddling outing to Kickerillo Misher Preserve, family-friendly, opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking, biking, includes sell/swap of kakaks/canoe & accessories, 20207 Chasewood Park Dr., http://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, fish, cycle, walk, park, Houston

HOW SUSTAINABLE IS OUR GLOBAL CLIMATE ETHOS? Jun. 8, 12:15 p.m., webinar with variety of experts addresses whether the world has reached a point of collective commitment &

common purpose to address climate change, https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/3671419241038516481 learn, lecture, pollution, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SONIC SEAS SCREENING Jun. 8, 6:30 p.m., screening of Sonic Sea documentary, which investigates impact of human-made sound on marine animals that use sound to communicate/navigate, etc.., , 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, learn, media, animals, Houston

DRINKS ON THE DRIVE Jun. 2, 4 – 7 p.m., fundraiser for Trees for Houston during happy hour at Hotel ZaZa, 5701 Main St., https://www.yelp.com/events/houston-hotel-zaza-trees-for-houston-presents-drinks-on-the-drive-happy-hour care, tree, Houston

CLEAN DRINKS – IMPACT INVESTING Jun. 7, 6 p.m., expert from Morgan Stanley explains impact investing as a tool to address our greatest challenges, such as climate change and water scarcity, Surya India, 700 Dunham Dr., https://www.facebook.com/houstainable/ learn, lecture, Houston

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES IN 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 FISHING 101 Sat., 11 – 11:30 a.m., 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 Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, kids, fish, Houston

Discovery Green SUNDAYS IN THE PARK Sun., (thru Jun. 25), enjoy music & games in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jun. 4 & Jun. 11 enjoy, park, 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 care, farmer, kids, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park CRITTER TOUCH TABLE Sat., 2 – 2:30 p.m., touch animal skins, pelts, bones, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, kids, animals, Houston

Discovery Green KIDS LEARN A LANGUAGE Sat., 11:30 a.m. - 12:30p.m., kids, ages toddlers - 10 years, learn Spanish, each lesson is independent, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 learn, class, kids, 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 Jun. 6 learn, meeting, garden, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park ARTS IN THE PARK Sun., 11 – 11:30 a.m., create art inspired by the park, materials provided, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, kids, animals, 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 May 31 & Jun. 7 care, farmer, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park ROAMING FOR REPTILES Sun., 2 – 2:30 p.m., learn about reptiles in the park & join ranger to search for them, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, kids, animals, 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

Sheldon Lake State Park BE A SCIENTIST Fri., 2 – 2:30 p.m., learn to become a citizen scientist & make a difference, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunity TBD care, enjoy, park, kids, 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 Jun. 24 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 Jun. 3 enjoy, kids, park, Houston

DANCE FOR KIDS AT LEVY PARK 1st, 3rd & 5th Sat., 1 p.m., dance class for kids in the park taught by experts from MET, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Jun. 3 enjoy, learn, class, 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 Jun. 5 & Jun. 12 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 DANCING IN THE STREETS Thurs. 7 - 9 p.m., learn to dance on the Avenida, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity Jun. 8 learn, enjoy, park, 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 Jun. 17 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 Jun. 11 learn, enjoy, class, kids, park, Houston

DON GREENE PARK WORK DAY 3rd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers plant trees & pocket prairie, and clear non-native plants, 6009 Cypress St., https://www.facebook.com/friendsofdongreene/ Next Opportunity Jun. 17

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 Jun. 20, Topic: TBD

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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 care, recycle, park, Houston

HULA HOOPING AT LEVY PARK Tues., 11:30 a.m., hula-hooping class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities May 30 & Jun. 6 enjoy, learn, class, 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 Jun. 23 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 Jun. 1 & Jun. 8 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS I one Thurs. or Sat./month, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., (during school year), 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 TBD 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 Jun. 24 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 Opportunities TBD http://www.hmns.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/2017-Spring-Schedule-Interactive-Final.pdf learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

Discovery Green SCREEN ON THE GREEN varies, family-friendly movie in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jun. 3, 8:45 – 10 p.m. enjoy, media, kids, park, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS II one Mon. or Sat./month, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., (during school year), kids ages 2 – 3 learn about animals thru hands-on activities & meet/greet live animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD 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 May 30 & Jun. 6 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 Jun. 10 care, pollution, garden, Houston

Discovery Green CIRCUS ARTS Tues., 6 – 8 p.m., ground arts & acrobatics, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities May 30 & Jun. 6 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 TBD, Topic: TBD 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 Opportunities TBD http://www.hmns.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/2017-Spring-Schedule-Interactive-Final.pdf 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 Jun. 10 enjoy, Houston

Discovery Green STEM SATURDAYS Sat., 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., fun, hands-on science, technology, engineering & math education program for kids, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 learn, enjoy, class, kids, park, Houston

PIANO CONCERT AT LEVY PARK Weds., noon, enjoy piano concert in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities May 31 & Jun. 7 enjoy, park, 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 Jun. 3 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 Jun. 13 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 Jun. 2 & Jun. 9 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 May 31 & Jun. 7 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 Jun. 10 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 May 31 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 Jun. 3 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 Jun. 2 – Jun. 4 & Jun. 9 – Jun. 11 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 – 8 p.m., cyclist get-together, location varies, partners each month with a like-minded organization, www.bikehouston.org Next Opportunity TBD, 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 Jun. 8 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 May 30 & Jun. 6 enjoy, park, garden, Houston

Discovery Green BLUES AT THE BROWN Weds., 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., free lunchtime blues concert, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities May 31 & Jun. 7 enjoy, park, 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 Jun. 1 & Jun. 8 learn, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park BIRD SURVEY 3rd Sat. (Sep. – May), bird survey in the park, contact Hannah.Buschert@tpwd.texas.gov for details, 14140 Garrett Rd. Next Opportunity Jun. 17 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 May 31 & Jun. 7 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 Mcedwards@tamu.edu for details, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunities Jun. 1 & Jun. 8 care, garden, water, Houston

Discovery Green YOGA Mon., 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., strengthen, relax & recharge, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity Jun. 5 & Jun. 12 enjoy, class, park, 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 Jun. 15, Topic: Using Federal Farm Bill to Improve Wildlife Habitat learn, class, media, animals, Houston

Discovery Green TODDLER TUESDAYS Tues., 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., toddlers enjoy story & activity in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities May 30 & Jun. 6 enjoy, kids, park, Houston

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

BOOTCAMP AT LEVY PARK Sat., 8:30 a.m., intense exercise class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

DANCE FOR ADULTS AT LEVY PARK Thurs., 6 p.m., dance class for adults in the park with MET, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Jun. 1 & Jun. 8 enjoy, kids, park, Houston

PILATES AT LEVY PARK 1st & 3rd Fri., 4 p.m., pilates in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Jun. 2 enjoy, kids, 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 Jun. 10 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 Jun. 1 learn, enjoy, class, photo, park, Houston

PAWSITIVE PUPS AT LEVY PARK 2nd Sun., 2:30 p.m., kids read to trained therapy dogs in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Jun. 11 enjoy, kids, animals, 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 May 31 & Jun. 7 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 Jun. 2 & Jun. 9 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

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 Jun. 1 & Jun. 8 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 Jun. 17 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 Jun. 17, 6 – 8:30 p.m. enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GREEN THUMB LECTURE (Jan – Oct.): 2nd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Barbara Bush Library, 6817 Cypresswood Dr., 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Spring Branch Memorial Library, 930 Corbindale, 3rd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Freeman Branch Library, 16616 Diana Ln, register 281-855-5600, http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/. Next Opportunities TBD, Jun. 20, & Jun. 15, respectively, June Topic: Propagation & Seed Saving 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 May 30 & Jun. 6 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 bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, 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 Jun. 17 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 bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, http://www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD, Topic:TBD learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Discovery Green STROLLING SATURDAYS Sat., 7 - 10 p.m., strolling musicians along Avenida, different musical styles each week, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 enjoy, class, park, 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 Jun. 8, Jun. Topic: All about beneficials 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 Jun. 17 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 May 30 & Jun. 6 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

Discovery Green MEDITATION Mon., 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., take time to tune into your heart, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jun. 5 & Jun. 12 enjoy, class, park, 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

Discovery Green BOLLYWOOD FUN & FIT Mon., 7 - 8 p.m., get fit in the park with Bollywood dancing, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Jun. 5 & Jun. 12 enjoy, class, park, 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 - 9 p.m., teens perform poetry, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Jun. 2 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 May 30, Jun. 5, Jun. 6, & Jun. 12 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: Jun. 17 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 Jun. 17 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 Jun. 8, Topic: Update on National Forest Planning Process in TX 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 Jun. 12 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 Jun. 10 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 Jun. 12, Topic: Exploration Green Stormwater Wetland Project 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 Jun. 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., justin.bower@h-gac.com Next Opportunity Jun. 28 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 Jun, 14 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 Jun. 2 & Jun. 16 learn, enjoy, animals, Houston

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

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURE REVEALED usually one Sat./month, 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 Jun. 17, Topic: Freshwater World learn, class, animals, garden, Houston

CITY HALL FARMERS’ MARKET Weds., 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., (except summer/winter) in front of city hall, 901 Bagby, www.urbanharvest.org Next Opportunities May 31 & Jun. 7 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 Jun. 6, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TUESDAY TRAIL CREW Tues., 9 a.m. – noon, trail maintenance, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities May 30 & Jun. 6 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 Jun. 10 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 Jun. 11 learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

Houston Audubon ARCHBISHOP FIORENZA PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 4th Weds., 8 a.m., join group to survey birds, 13551 Westpark, maweber@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Jun. 28 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 Jun. 27 & Jun. 5/Jun. 19, 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 fhannah@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Jun. 2 & Jun. 9 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 Jun. 15 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 Jun. 23 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 Jun. 4 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 Jun. 10 learn, walk, Houston

Rice University FARMERS MARKET Tues., 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 5491 Greenbriar. Next Opportunities May 30 & Jun. 6 care, farmers, Houston,

SENIOR BIRDING BUS TRIPS usually monthly, day varies, normally 8 or 9 a.m., bus transport from Memorial City Mall, snack & guide, reservations required, maweber@houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity May 30, 8 a .m. – 4 p.m. & Jun. 5, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: High Island & Bolivar Flats and Sabine Ranch, respectively 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 Jun. 15, Topic: Water U Doing Houston? 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 Jun. 24 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 Jun. 4 & Jun. 11 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 Jun. 3 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 May 29 – Jun. 2 & Jun. 3 & Jun. 5 – Jun. 9 & Jun. 10 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., https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e9wwgro7d5ce3ee6&oseq=&c=&ch= Next Opportunity Jun. 15 care, Houston

Houston Audubon BIRDING CLASS & FIELD TRIP usually 3rd or 4th Sat. & prior Tues. (except summer), birding trips in/outside Houston for ages 12+, see calendar at www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunities TBD, Topic: TBD, 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 May 30 & Jun. 6 care, garden, Houston

Houston Audubon MEMBER BIRDING CLASS & FIELD TRIP usually 3rd or 4th Sat. & prior Tues. (except summer), birding trips in/outside Houston for ages 12+, see calendar at www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity TBD, Location: TBD enjoy, bird, Houston

WHITE OAK BAYOU BOARD MEETING 2nd Tues. (except November), 7 – 8 p.m., monthly board meeting of the White Oak Bayou Association, location varies, to attend, call them at 765-426-1743,

http://whiteoakbayou.org Next Opportunity Jun. 13 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 Jun. 3, Topic: Sea Lions 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 Jun. 24 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 Jun. 20 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 Jun. 3/Jun. 4 & Jun. 10/Jun. 11 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 Jun. 5 learn, care, garden, Houston

Hogg Bird Sanctuary BIRD SURVEY usually 1st Mon., 8:30 - 11 a.m., 1 Westcott St., Contact Aaron at aandkstoley@yahoo.com or 713-781-1372, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next opportunity Jun. 5 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 Jun. 6 enjoy, animals, Houston

WOODLAND PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 2nd Sat., 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., join group for birding, 212 Parkview, jason.bonilla@gmail.com or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Jun. 10 enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

BUTTERFLY ENTHUSIASTS OF SOUTHEAST TX MEETING 1st Tues. (every other month), 7 p.m., social & lecture at each meeting, Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park

Dr., http://www.naba.org/chapters/nababest/ Next Opportunity Jun. 6, 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 Jun. 17 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 Jun. 1, 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 Jun. 12 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 Jun. 15 learn, cycle, meeting, Houston

EASTSIDE FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 300 Richmond Ave. Next Opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 care, farmers, Houston

FOOD POLICY WORKGROUP Monthly Meeting 2nd Weds., 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Bring your own lunch, Upper Kirby Building,3015 Richmond Ave, RSVP jay.crossley@houstontomorrow.org, Next opportunity Jun, 14 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 Jun. 12 care, learn, meeting, garden, Houston

BRAYS BAYOU ASSOCIATION MEETING 3rd Mon., 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of the association, speaker at each meeting, The Gathering Place, 5310 S. Willow Dr., Contact bobx206@gmail.com Next Opportunity Jun. 19 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 Jun. 1 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, bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, 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 Jun. 8 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 Bissonet, Speaker each month, Next opportunity Jun. 5, Topic: Birding in Cuba 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 Jun. 1 & Jun. 8 care, farmers, Houston

NATIVE PRAIRIES ASSOCIATION of TEXAS Meeting usually 4th Weds. (except Nov./Dec.), 6:45 – 8:30 p.m., McGovern Centennial Gardens, 1500 Hermann Dr., Speaker each month, HNPAT@texasprairie.org, https://hnpat.wordpress.com/ Next opportunity Jun. 28, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, lecture, Houston

Don Greene Park WORK DAY 3rd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers work to restore new pocket park,6009 Cypress St., www.facebook.com/friendsofdongreene Next Opportunity Jun. 17 care, garden, park, 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, smithedith@aol.com http://hunstem.uhd.edu/EEE/ Next opportunity TBD Details: TBD learn, meeting, kids, Houston

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

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE HOUSTON

WOODLANDS GREEN ANNUAL MEETING Jun. 5, 7 p.m., review of activities, scholarship awards, media awards, refreshments & more, Parks, Recreation & Environmental Services, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandsgreen.org/ learn, meeting, outside

BACKPACK LAKE HOUSTON WILDERNESS Jun. 10 – Jun. 11, join group backpacking outing to Lake Houston Wilderness Park, New Caney, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ enjoy, walk, camp,. park, Houston

Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston EASY ENERGY & WATER CONSERVATION FOR HOUSES OF WORSHIP Jun. 4, 5:30 p.m., lecture on energy & water saving measures, online,

register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interfaith-environmental-network-of-houston-easy-energy-water-conservation-for-houses-of-worship-tickets-34919935467?aff=es2 learn, lecture, water, pollution, outside

CAMP/KAYAK GALVESTION ISLAND STATE PARK Jun. 10 – Jun. 11, volunteers assist with Texas Outdoor Family program in Galveston Island State Park , volunteers will teach camping & kayaking skills to participants, Galveston., https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ care, enjoy, camp, kids, boat, park, outside

Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center THE ECTOTHERMS ARC Jun. 8, 7 p.m., St. Louis Zoo herpetologist presents on how zoos are saving endangered reptiles & amphibians, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/springcreekgreenwaynaturecenter/events/?ref=page_internal learn, lecture, animals, park, outside

Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center STORY TIME IN THE FOREST Jun. 12, 10 a.m., reading of children’s book about nature, Henry the Impatient Heron, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/springcreekgreenwaynaturecenter/events/?ref=page_internal enjoy, kids, bird, park, outside

HOW SUSTAINABLE IS OUR GLOBAL CLIMATE ETHOS? Jun. 8, 12:15 p.m., webinar with variety of experts addresses whether the world has reached a point of collective commitment & common purpose to address climate change, https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/3671419241038516481 learn, lecture, pollution, outside

WATER MONITOR TRAINING Jun. 16, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., training to collect water quality data from local lakes, rivers & streams, Brazoria County Public Library, Alvin, http://txmn.org/coastal/ care, learn, water, outside

USING FIRE & GRAZING TO MAINTAIN PRODUCTION GRASSLANDS Jun. 1, 1 p.m., webinar by experts discusses effect of fire & grazing on grasslands widllife & opportunities to manage to accomplish production & wildlife goals, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/using-fire-and-grazing-to-maintain-productive-and-ecologically-resilient-grasslands/view learn, media, lecture, animals, garden, outside

FOREST WALK Jun. 10, 7:30 a.m., join group hiking outing to Stephen F. Austin State Park, meet at Starbucks in Meyerland Plaza at 7:30 a.m. to carpool, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ enjoy, walk, tree, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park TEXAS OUTDOOR FAMILY Jun. 2 - Jun. 4 & Jun. 17 – Jun. 18, camping workshop for families, learn to make camp, geocache, cook in outdoors, kayak, explore beach, fish, leave no trace principles, & more, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, enjoy, boat, walk, camp, kids, beach, fish, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park SUNSET PADDLING TRIP Jun. 3 & Jun. 17, 5:30 - 8 p.m., adults go on guided paddle, paddling instruction beforehand, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events enjoy, learn, boat, park, outside

WORLD OCEANS DAY FESTIVAL Jun. 8, 4 – 7 p.m., family-friendly event with hands-on activities to learn about human connection to oceans, marine debris art contest, Stewart Beach Pavilion,

Galveston, http://www.galvestonnaturetourism.org/naturecalendar.asp#/?i=1 learn, enjoy, water, kids, beach, outside RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP Jun. 10, 9:30 a.m., rain barrel workshop; rain barrel & connector included in price, learn to use a rain barrel to conserve water 7 reduce pollution, Chambers County, http://galvbay.org/events/chambers-county-rain-barrel-workshop/ care, learn, water, pollution. outside Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Center WADE INTO WETLANDS SUMMER CAMP Jun. 5 – Jun. 9 & Jun. 12 – Jun. 16 (daily Mon. – Fri. thru Aug. 18), summer camp for kids, (week of 6/5): Creepy Critters for grades 4 – 6; (week of 6/12): Artful Antics for grades 1 – 3, Baytown, http://www.baytown.org/home/showdocument?id=6039 learn, enjoy, kids, animals, outside RUN FOR WELLNESS Jun. 18, 7 – 8:30 a.m., free 5K at San Jacinto Monument in LaPorte, https://thehwporg.presencehost.net/news-events/event-calendar.html enjoy, walk, outside RIVER RESCUE CLASS Jun. 25, 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 LONE STAR TRAIL HIKE Jun. 3, 9 a.m., join group 9.5mi. hike along Lone Star Trail, New Waverly, meet at Forest Service Rd.s 202 & 207, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails-More/events/ enjoy, walk, park, outside

Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center NATURE DRAWING & SKETCHING Jun. 21, 1:30 p.m., tour thru the wonderful world of drawing with resident artist, kids welcome, with adult, if old enough

toparticipate in class, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/springcreekgreenwaynaturecenter/events/?ref=page_internal learn, class, kids, park, outside

COASTAL CONSERVATION BANQUET Jun. 1, 6 p.m., fundraiser for Coastal Conservation Association, dinner, drinks, auctions, raffles, Knights of Columbus Hall, Columbus, http://www.ccatexas.org/ care, enjoy, fish, beach, water, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-CAMP Jun. 5 – Jun. 9 & Jun. 12 – Jun. 16, 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 of 6/5): Creature Features & Trail Blazers (ages 4 – 5); Water Explorers & Urban Safari (ages 6 – 8); and Aquatic Odyssey & Superhero BioMimics (ages 9 – 13), (week of 6/12): 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 SAND CASTLE CONTEST Jun. 3 & Jun. 17, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., ocean-inspired sand sculpture contest for families, gear provided, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events enjoy, kids, beach, park, outside

Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center LIFE IS SHORT BUT SNAKES ARE LONG Jun. 8, 1:30 p.m., St. Louis Zoo herpetologist present on herpetology & how to become a herpetologist, Spring, https://www.facebook.com/springcreekgreenwaynaturecenter/events/?ref=page_internal learn, lecture, animals, park, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Ctr PHOTO HIKE Jun. 3, 6 a.m., guide gives overview of various habitats in the center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.houstonaudubon.org enjoy, photo, walk, outside

BREATHABLE CITIES: USING VW FUNDING TO IMPROVE AIR Jun. 5, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., meeting to solicit feedback on possible uses of funding from VW for clean air projects, HARC, The Woodlands, https://healthyportcommunities.org/contact/ learn, meeting, pollution, outside

FARM TO TABLE DINNER Jun. 2, 6 – 10 p.m., 7-course fundraiser dinner for the Blackwood Educational Land Institute, Hempstead, https://blackwoodland.org/training/wilderness-medicine-training/ care, outside

Galveston Island State Park GEOCACHING 101 Jun. 10, 1 - 2 p.m., learn high tech treasure hunting basics, meet in Nature Center, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, enjoy, walk, kids, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park TURTLE PATROL JUNIOR Jun. 3 & Jun. 10, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., (Sat. thru Jun. 24), kids 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

Galveston Island State Park TEXAS OUTDOOR FAMILY TRAINING Jun. 9 - Jun. 11, training for outdoor leaders, covers skills in areas of outdoor leadership, camping, outdoor recreation & interpretation, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events learn, class, kids, camp, fish, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park TURTLE PATROL Jun. 2 & Jun. 9, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., (Fri. thru Jul. 7), 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

RESULTS OF A NATIONAL TRANSITION TO ORGANIC SURVEY Jun. 6, 2 p.m., webinar to learn about motivation, needs & challenges in going organic for agriculture, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/results-of-a-national-transition-to-organic-survey/view learn, media, lecture, farmer, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Ctr GUIDED HIKE Jun. 3, 6:15 a.m., guided hike when center is normally closed, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.houstonaudubon.org enjoy, walk, outside

DROUGHT & RANGELANDS Jun. 7, 1 p.m., webinar in which experts discuss issues related to drought in rangelands, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/drought-rangelands/view learn, media, lecture, animals, garden, water, outside

RESALE SHOP HOP Jun. 13, 9 a.m., senior outing, trip to 3 different resale shops, transportation provided from Humble Civic Center, Humble, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ care, enjoy, recycle, outside

BACKCOUNTRY NAVIGATION WITH MAP & COMPASS Jun. 10, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., learn to translate map to surroundings, 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

Katy Prairie Conservancy PHOTOGRAPHING INSECTS WITH SMARTPHONE Jun. 17, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., lens kit provided for your smartphone, go on insect safari & take shots, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org enjoy, learn, animals, walk, photo, outside

INTRO. TO GOLF Jun. 7, 8 a.m., senior outing, learn to play golf at Cypresswood Golf Course, transportation provided from Barbara Bush Library, Spring, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ learn, class, outside

SAN BERNARD RIVER PADDLE & FISHING TRIP Jun. 3, 10 a.m., join group outing on San Bernard River in Bates Allen Park for kayaking, canoeing, fishing, bird watching, biking, geocaching, photography & more, Kendleton, http://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, fish, cycle, walk, photo, park, outside

REI MOUNTAIN BIKING BASICS Jun. 6, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn about gear, safety, trail responsibility, bike maintenance & more, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, outside

Jesse Jones Park CREEK BASH Jun. 3, 9 - 10 a.m., on water and on land clean-up of the creek shores, all ages, but 16+ for canoeing, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/Calendar/monthly-calendar care, water, kids, pollution, park, outside

REI WOMEN’S MAP & COMPASS NAVIGATION BASICS Jun. 13, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn parts of a compass, how to read a topo map and how to use map & compass together, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, outside

SAND CASTLE COMPETITION Jun. 3, annual sand castle competition in Galveston, teams compete for prizes, East Beach, Galveston, https://aiahouston.org/v/site-home/AIA-Sandcastle/3m/ enjoy, beach, outside CRAWFISH BOIL Jun. 13, 6 – 9:30 p.m., fundraiser dinner for ducks unlimited, auctions, drawings & dinner, Repka’s Country Store, Brookshire, http://www.ducks.org care, birds, Houston

WILDERNESS ADVANCED FIRST AID COURSE Jun. 2 – Jun. 5 & Jun. 6 – Jun. 9, learn ins & outs of wilderness first aid, good for those in leadership in the outdoors, Blackwood Educational Land Institute, Hempstead, https://blackwoodland.org/training/wilderness-medicine-training/ learn, class, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Ctr OWL PROWL/NIGHT HIKE Jun. 10, 8 - 10 p.m., guided walk thru the woods to look for owls & listen to sounds of the night, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.houstonaudubon.org enjoy, bird, walk, outside

QUICK START TO KAYAKING CLASS Jun. 4, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., short program to learn skills needed for all types of kayaks, also covers safety, Sugarland Memorial Park, Sugarland, http://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ learn, enjoy, class, boat, park, outside

PADDLEBOARD YOGA Jun. 4, 9 – 11 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

QUICK START TO SUP CLASS Jun. 4, 1 –3 p.m., learn how to handle a stand-up paddleboard, Sugarland Memorial Park, Sugarland, http://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ learn, enjoy, class, boat, park, outside

TOMATO CONTEST Jun. 3, 10 a.m., judges choose best-tasting as well as largest fruits, various categories, Arbor Gate, Tomball, http://arborgate.com/classes/ enjoy, garden, outside

ATTWATER PRAIRIE CHICKEN FRIENDS MEETING Jun., 8, 5:30 p.m., meeting of members, followed by board meeting, meal provided, Eagle Lake, RSVP to garykwoods@sbcglobal.net learn, meeting, outside

GALVESTON HARBOR TOUR Jun. 8 & Jun. 15, 8 a.m., senior outing, narrated boat tour of Galveston Bay & Port of Houston, see birds & marine life, (6/8): transportation provided from Kingwood Library, Kingwood, (6/15): transportation provided from Spring Cypress Presbyterian Church, Spring-Cypress, http://apps.hcp4.net/sapevents/ enjoy, boat, animals, fish, bird, outside

REI TEXAS! CAMPING BASICS Jun. 8, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn TX camping basics: gear & equipment, local activities, regional resources & more,18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, outside

Sea Center Texas YOUTH PUBLIC FISHING Jun. 3, 8 - 10 a.m., bring your own gear for catch & release fishing, ages 16 & under, accompanied by adult, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/ enjoy, kids, fish, outside

ENDING ENERGY POVERTY May 30, 10:30 a.m. – noon, distinguished panel discussion lack of access to energy both in developed & developing world, online event, https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7466338544180338178 learn, media, meeting, outside

Jesse Jones Park DRAGONFLY WORSHIP Jun. 24, 9 a.m. - noon, citizen science project to monitor migratory dragonflies, take walk to identify them & photograph them, Humble,

http://www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks/Jones/Programs care, learn, class, animals, walk, photo, park, outside

DEVELOPING A CLIMATE ACTION PLAN FOR YOUR COMMUNITY Jun. 8, 2 p.m., webinar in which experts use example of Florida Keys plan to increase climate resiliency, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/developing-a-climate-action-plan-for-your-community-lessons-from-the-florida-keys/view learn, media, lecture, pollution, outside

HIKE BIG THICKET Jun. 4, 10:30 a.m., guided 4 – 6 mile hike along developed trail in Big Thicket National Preserve, Kountze, http://bigthicket.org/ enjoy, walk, outside

PUTTING A PRICE ON NATURE – SHOULD WE? Jun. 26, 6 p.m., free webinar by PhD in ecology on eco-system valuation, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/putting-a-price-on-nature-should-we-tickets-34765658019 learn, media, lecture, media, outside

HIKE MERCER BOTANIC GARDEN Jun. 10, 8 a.m., join group 10 mi. hike around Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden, Humble, meet visitors’ center, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Area-Trails-More/events/ enjoy, walk, garden, tree, park, outside

THE UNTOUCHABLES Jun. 15, 6 - 8 p.m., kids 5 – 8 learn about animals & plants with poison, fangs, stingers, spikes & thorns, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org/events/?view=calendar&month=June-2017 learn, enjoy, kids, animals, garden, outside

NECHES RIVER RENDEZVOUS Jun. 3, join group to canoe 10 mile route along Neches River, shuttle & lunch service provided, Lufkin,

http://www.houstoncanoeclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=87&club_id=496051&item_id=669156 enjoy, boat, outside

KAYAK SAFETY & RESCUE CLASS Jun. 4, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m., learn to rescue self & others, Sugarland Memorial Park, Sugarland, http://www.meetup.com/KayakingHouston/events/ learn, enjoy, class, boat, park, outside

VOLUNTEER AT WORLD OCEANS DAY Jun. 8, 4 – 7 p.m., volunteer to give attendees at World Oceans Day assistance in paddling in paddling pool, Stewardt Beach, Galveston, http://www.houstoncanoeclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=87&club_id=496051&item_id=654112 care, enjoy, boat, outside PADDLEBOARD YOGA Jun. 17, 9 – 11 a.m., instructors walk you thru the basics & safety, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ learn, enjoy, class, boat, outside PATHWAY CLEAN-UP Jun. 3, 8:30 a.m., join volunteers in cleaning up paths in Shadowbend Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandsgreen.org/calendar care, pollution, park, outside Brazos Bend State Park LIVING WITH REPTILES Jun. 7, 9:30 a.m., learn what makes a reptile a reptile, how to find them in the wild, learn details about alligators & snakes & enjoy two crafts, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org learn, enjoy, animals, kids, park, outside

Brazos Bend State Park NATURE HIKE Jun. 3 & Jun. 4, 10 a.m., guided ½ mile nature hike, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org, enjoy, walk, kids, park, outside

Brazos Bend State Park SNAKES ALIVE! Jun. 3, 3:30 p.m., learn about snakes & their importance in ecosystem, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org, learn, animals, park, outside

ADOPT A BUTTERFLY GARDEN WORKDAY Jun. 5, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., volunteers perform light gardening in butterfly garden, Wendtwoods Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2017&month=6&day=5 care, enjoy, garden, animals, park, outside

REI WRENCH NIGHT Jun. 10 & Jun. 17, 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

George Observatory MEMBER NIGHT Jun. 9, 8 – 10 p.m., membrs enjoy night under the stars, astonomers on hand with telescopes, Needville, www.hmns.org enjoy, outside

RIVER KAYAK CLASS Jun. 24, 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

Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS TBD, see their website, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland learn, class, kids, animals, outside

PADDLES & PAWS Jun. 5, & Jun. 12, 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 Jun. 4, 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 Brazos Bend State Park WILDLIFE VIEWING Jun. 3, 10 a.m., meet ranger at viewing platform to view wildlife on Elm Lake, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org enjoy, learn, animals, park, outside

TEACHING SYSTEMS THINKING TO FILL THE CLIMATE LITERACY GAP June. 1, 12:15 – 1:45 p.m., webinar in which leaders from business, education & philanthropy discuss climate literacy gap, ways to teach systems thinking, concepts to develop climate literacy & role of philanthropy & community colleges, http://securityandsustainabilityforum.org/ learn, lecture, media, pollution, outside

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center FIELD TRIP: BRAZOS BEND STATE PARK Jun. 3, 8 - 11 a.m., enjoy guided bird watching experience in state park, learn about bird habitat, Needville, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ enjoy, learn, walk, bird, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SUMMER SCOUT CLASSES Jun. 12 - Jun. 16, classes for boy/girl; Boy Scout: Citizen of the Nation & the World & Robot Inventor; Webelos: World Pioneer, Juniors: Junior Journeys, Sugarland, http://www.hmns.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/2017-Spring-Schedule-Interactive-Final.pdf learn, enjoy, class, kids, outside

INTRO. TO PADDLING Jun. 3 & Jun. 11, 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 Jun. 18, 8:30 a.m., ladies-only event, easy 2 – 3 hour trip along Spring Creek, equipment available from SouthWest Paddle Sports, Spring, http://www.meetup.com/TOWNHouston/events/ enjoy, boat, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden LANDS WORKSHOP Jun. 2, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., hands-on teacher workshop to teach land stewardship, native wildlife & water conservation to K – 8th grade, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/. learn, class, kids, garden, animals, water, outside

BIRDING 101 Jun. 10, 9 – 11 a.m., learn basics of birding, Moody Gardens, Galveston, http://www.galvestonnaturetourism.org/naturecalendar.asp#/?i=1 learn, class, bird, walk, outside Brazos Bend State Park CHILDREN’S STORY TIME Jun. 4, 2 p.m., kids enjoy reading of The Tree in the Ancient Forest, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org, enjoy, learn, tree, kids, park, outside

Brazos Bend State Park ALL ABOUT ALLIGATORS Jun. 4, 11 a.m., hear a story about alligators & how they alter their environment, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org, learn, kids, animals, park, outside

Brazos Bend State Park GOTTA HAVE GATORS Jun. 3, 2 p.m., learn how alligators play multiple key roles in the health and survival of native wetlands, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org, enjoy, learn, animals, water, park, outside

APOSTLE ISLAND TRIP Jun. 13 – Jun. 27, past youth participants in a Woods Project summer experience have opportunity for leadership & career focus kayaking trip in WI, http://www.thewoodsproject.org/new-summer-trip-apostle-islands-alumni-leadership-program/ enjoy, learn, kids, boat, outside BIRDING 201 Jun. 17, 9 – 11 a.m., instructor takes participants to visit areas of island for bird watching, Moody Gardens, Galveston, http://www.galvestonnaturetourism.org/naturecalendar.asp#/?i=1 learn, class, bird, walk, outside REI FIND YOUR PARK: ZION NATIONAL PARK Jun. 15, 7 – 8:30 p.m., learn about history, natural wonders & recreational opportunities at Zion National Park, Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, 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 Jun. 1 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 Jun. 9 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science GIRL SCOUT CLASSES dates/times vary, classes for girl scouts of all ages, Sugarland, electronics 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 Jun. 4 & Jun. 11 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 Jun. 10 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 TBD learn, enjoy, animals, kids, 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 Jun. 15 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 Jun. 7 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 Jun. 4 & Jun. 11 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 Opportunities 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 Jun. 10 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 Jun. 4 & Jun. 11 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 Jun. 6 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 Jun. 1, Topic: Potluck welcome to new members 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 Jun. 20 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 May 31 & Jun. 7 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 Jun. 24 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 Jun. 3 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 Jun. 18 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 Jun. 21 & Jun. 24 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 May 31 & Jun. 14 care, enjoy, garden, outside

SUP RENTALS daily (May – Oct.), rentals & guided stand-up paddle tours in various locations, http://www.surfsuptx.com/event-calendar/ enjoy, boat, outside

STORMWATER WETLAND PROGRAM VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers propagate plants in nursery at Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, or at Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson, Contact Mcedwards@tamu.edu for details, http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunities Jun. 1 & Jun. 8 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 Jun. 2 & Jun. 9 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 Jun. 1 – Jun. 5 & Jun. 9 – Jun. 12 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 Jun. 15, Topic: Using Federal Farm Bill to Improve Wildlife Habitat 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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, HNPAT@TexasPrairie.org https://hnpat.wordpress.com/hnpat-activities/field-trips/ Next Opportunities Jun. 24 & Jun, 14 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 May 31 & Jun. 7 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 Jun. 24 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 Jun. 17, Topic: Propagation & Seed Saving 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 enjoy, boat, outside

KINGWOOD FARMERS MARKET Thurs., 3 – 7 p.m., Town Center Park, 8 North Main St., Kingwood. Next Opportunities Jun. 1 & Jun. 8 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 Jun. 11 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 Jun. 26

KATY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, Church of the Holy Apostles, Katy. Next Opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 Jun. 3 enjoy, bird, outside

HUNTSVILLE AUDUBON SOCIETY MEETING 3rd Thurs. (except Dec.), Huntsville Service Center, Huntsville, http://www.huntsvilleaudubon.org/index.html Next Opportunity Jun. 15 learn, meeting, bird, outside

CROSBY FARMERS’ MARKET Tues., 3 - 7 p.m., 311 Wahl St., Crosby Next Opportunities May 30 & Jun. 6 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 Jun. 20 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 Jun. 3 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 May 31 & Jun. 7 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 May 31, Jun. 5, Jun. 7, & Jun. 12 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 Jun. 3 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 Jun. 2, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Location: Galveston Island State Park, Jun. 3, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Location: Galveston Island State Park; Jun. 4, 9 - 11 a.m. & 12 – 2 p.m., Location: East End Lagoon Jun. 9, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m., Location: Galveston Island State Park, Jun. 10, 9 - 11 a.m. & 12 - 2 p.m., Location: East End Lagoon; Jun. 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Location: Armand Bayou 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 Jun. 15 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 Jun. 3 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 Jun. 7 & Jun. 14 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 Jun. 25 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 Jun. 11 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 Jun. 10 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 Jun. 7 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 May 30, Jun. 2/Jun. 3 & Jun. 6, Jun. 9/Jun. 10 care, garden, outside

CLEAR LAKE SHORES FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1020 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores. Next Opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 May 30 - Jun. 2/Jun. 3 & Jun. 6 - Jun. 9/Jun. 10 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 Jun. 23 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside

PEARLAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd & 4th Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, Zychlinski Park, 2243 N Grand Blvd, Pearland, Next Opportunity Jun. 10 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 Jun. 17 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 Jun. 19 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 Jun. 21, Topic: TBD care, learn, Houston

TOMBALL FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 205 W. Main, Tomball Next Opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 May 30/Jun. 1 & Jun. 6/Jun. 8 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 Jun, 14, Topic: Carnivorous Plants 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 Jun. 7 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 pdeichmann@houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Jun. 10 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 Jun. 3 & Jun. 10 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 Jun. 3/Jun. 4 & Jun. 10/Jun. 11 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 Jun. 3/Jun. 4 & Jun. 10/Jun. 11 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 Jun. 2 & Jun. 9 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 Jun. 3 (a.m. & p.m.) & Jun. 10 (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 opportunities Jun. 3 & Jun. 24 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 Jun. 3 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: Jun. 3, 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 Jun. 18 care, farmers, outside

BOLIVAR BEACH RAMBLE 1st Sat., explore Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity: Jun. 3 enjoy, bird, walk, outside

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

GALVESTON COUNTY AUDUBON MEETING & BIRDING FIELD TRIP usually 3rd Sat. & prior Weds., (except Dec.), time varies, various locations, galvestoncountyaudubongroup@gmail.com, http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/calendar.html Next opportunity (field trip): Jun. 17 Location: TBD learn, meeting, enjoy, walk, bird, outside