NATURE CENTERS & LIKE ORGANIZATIONS
Please note: The following information is only as accurate as it was reported by various members and other sources. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Contact information is provided wherever it was available, so please confirm this information before attending.
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Armand Bayou Nature Center: 281-474-2551
8500 Bay Area Blvd., Pasadena, TX
Volunteer meetings - 2nd Thursday, 7 pm
Social 6:30 pm
Guided Canoe Tours - A morning of education and adventure paddling canoes on a guided tour down the backwaters of Armand Bayou. Meet at Bay Area Park for a leisurely morning of wildlife watching, wetland education, relaxation and fun. Observe numerous birds, reptiles, deer and other residents at the water's edge. Beginning and experienced canoers welcome. Life jackets provided. Cost: $20 members; $25 non-members
Every Saturday 9:30 am & 2:00 pm
Owl Prowl - Enjoy a moonlit walk through the woods as we look for owls and listen for fascinating night sounds. Bring a flashlight. Cost: Members - $2 adults, $1 children & seniors; Non-members - $5 adults, $3 children & seniors
Pontoon Boat Cruises - Sunset & Moonlight Cruises - Experience a relaxing and education trip on the bayou in the cool of the evening. Depart from Bay Area Park. Cost: Members: $15 adults, $10 children & seniors; Non-members: $20 adults, $15 children & adults
***Check back for dates
Prairie Night Ride - From the elevated view of a hayride, we will explore the sights and sounds of the transforming prairie landscape. With the aid of a powerful spotlight the guides will interpret the prairie's beauty, wildlife and ecology. Bring your own drinks and snacks. Cost: $5 members; $7 non-members
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Artist Boat - Eco-Art & Eco-Tour Adventures
2415 Avenue K, Galveston, TX
Offering opportunities that include paddling and safety instruction and hands-on outdoor environmental and art enrichment activities. Trips cost $20 if you have your own equipment (kayak or canoe, paddle, PFD). Equipment is available to rent for an additional $20 per person. Bring lunch and water. For more information and to register, contact Artist Boat at info@artistboat.org or 409-770-0722. For detailed information about this program, visit www.artistboat.org.
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Brazos Bend State Park
21901 FM 762, Needville, TX
Visit http://www.bbspvo.org or call 979-553-5101 for events and more information
Bird Watching Hikes - 8 am - Leaving from the 40 Acre Lake Restroom
Night Hike - 7 pm - Meet at the Park Headquarters. Reservations and pre-payment required. Cost: $5 per person (7-12 yrs old); $9 per person (13 yrs and up).
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Butterfly Enthusiasts of Southeast Texas (BEST) - Houston Museum of Natural Science, lower level classroom.
Meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of the month except November, January & February.
Social time: 7 pm
Meeting/Program: 7:30 pm. For more information, visit www.best-naba.org
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Galveston Island State Park - 409-737-1222
14901 FM 3005, Galveston, TX
Exploring Sea Life. Get a close up look at the myriad of critters that inhabit the sand, surf and seaweed under the guidance of local beachcombers. FREE.
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Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, 4501 Woodway Drive
http://www.HoustonArboretum.org - 713-681-8433
Urban Nature Series - FREE - 2 pm
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Houston Audubon Society - Membership Meetings - Children's Museum of Houston, 1500 Binz
Social time: 7 pm. Program: 7:30 pm
For more information, visit www.houstonaudubon.org or call 713-932--1639
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Houston Audubon Society - Sanctuary Seminars - NOTE: Monthly seminars rotate on an every-other-month basis between Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary (ELMNS) and Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center (SBUNC).
Social time: 7 pm. Program: 7:30 pm. Fee: $5 donation requested.
For more information and reservations, visit www.houstonaudubon.org or call 713-932--1639
Owl Prowls - 7 - 9 pm
Owl prowls begin with a program on owls and an opportunity to meet live, rehabilitated owls in the Sanctuary's log cabin. Cost:$6.00, payable in advance. For more information and reservations, contact Betty Henderson at 713-464-4900.
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Jesse Jones Park & Nature Center: 281-446-8588 (free)
20634 Kenswick, Humble, TX 77338
http://cp4.hctx.net/jones/index.htm
Breakfast with the Birds. Join naturalist Jerry Walls for an "early bird" walk (7:45 am).
Check back for dates
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Katy Prairie Conservancy
Field Office - 31950 Hebert Rd, Waller, TX 77484
For information about events, call 936-931-5564 or visit www.katyprairie.org
KPC PrairiECOnnection Course - The Katy Prairie Conservancy (KPC) is launching a new series of interpretation courses specifically designed for new and currently active KPC volunteers interested in leading public tours. Each class will focus on making connections between various natural history, historical, economic, and cultural topics.
***Sat, Dec 1st, 9 am to 12 pm - Pioneers & First Peoples: Interpreting local history and agriculture.
Space is limited to 20 persons per class, so participants are asked to make a commitment of ten hours of volunteer service (2-3 tours) to KPC. (This commitment is waived for KPC volunteers who have given at least 10 hours of service in the past year.) Classes will be held at the KPC field office in Waller. For more information, or to register, contact Jaime Gonzalez at jgonzalez@katyprairie.org or 713-523-6135.
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Lake Houston Area Nature Club - Trailwood Village Pool/Community Room
Kingwood, TX 77338
Meetings are the first Wednesday of every month, September to May. Social time: 7 pm. Program: 7:30 pm.
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Mercer Arboretum - 281-443-8731
22306 Aldine Westfield, Houston
Birding Walk. Join Piney Woods members on a walk through Mercer in search of birds that call the area home. Binoculars, birding guides, comfortable and quiet walking shoes, and no brightly-colored clothing are recommended. Free. Call for reservations.
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Native Plant Society of Texas Houston Chapter - Houston Arboretum and Nature Center, 4501 Woodway
Meetings are third Thursdays; February - November. Meeting Time: 7 pm - 8:45 pm
Field Trips - Meet at the Houston Arboretum (4501 Woodway) at 8 am. Trips will be led by Dr. Larry Brown. Bring sack lunch, water and bug spray. Footwear is weather dependent since sites are often wet. Contact Flo Hannah with any questions at 713-932-1639 ext. 14 or fhannah@wt.net
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Nature Discovery Center - 7112 Newcastle, Bellaire, TX 77401
Meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 pm. FREE. Light refreshments served. For more information, call 713-667-6550 or email naturediscoverycenter.org.
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Outdoor Nature Club (ONC) – Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet (just west of Hillcroft)
Meetings are the second Thursday of every month. Social time: 7 pm. Program: 7:30 pm.
http://www.OutdoorNatureClub.org
ONC Botany/Entomology – Bayou Manor (basement), 4141 South Braeswood.
Meetings are the second Tuesday of every month. Social time: 7 pm. Program: 7:30 pm.
For more information, contact Leland Day at 713-668-2617
ONC Conchology – Bayou Manor, 1st Floor, 4141 South Braeswood
Meetings are the fourth Thursday of every month. Social time: 7 pm. Program: 7:30 pm.
For more information, contact Lernie Ruthven at 713-861-7301
ONC Ornithology – Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet (just west of Hillcroft)
Meetings are the first Monday of every month. Program: 7 pm.
For more information, contact Michael Williams at 713-228-9064
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Sheldon Lake State Park - 15315 Beaumont Highway (Business 90) @ Park Rd. 138, Houston.
Birder Walk and Talk 8:30 - 10 am - Stroll around the park's many trails on this guided hike as we seek neotropic migrants and nesters.
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