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ECONOTES 2011-06-29: Environmental Headlines for the Houston Region

Featured Unwanted guests, Invasive Species (Shannon Tompkins – Houston Chronicle, 06/22/2011) Scientists are working primarily in the Galveston Bay conducting surveys and collecting samples to catalog alien and invasive species, which are non-native organisms that cause ecological or economic damage. The scientists are trying to understand and monitor the impact of the growing number of alien/invasive species in Texas. This…

Big Thicket Cardinal Cruise

Title: Cardinal CruiseLocation: Big Thicket National PreserveLink out: Click hereDescription: Cardinal Cruise, 10:00 am. Learn about the natural and cultural history of the Neches River on this scenic 2-hour pontoon boat tour. Meet at Colliers Ferry Park in Beaumont. Fee required. Call 409-880-8907 or go to www.lulearn.net for more information. Start Time: 10:00Date: 2011-08-06

“Science, Nature, and You”

Title: “Science, Nature, and You”Location: Big Thicket National PreserveLink out: Click hereDescription: “Science, Nature, and You”, 11:00 am. Kids! Learn how science works by doing a study of your own “carbon footprint”. Learn to conduct scientific research and collect your own data. Meet at the Kirby Trailhead at 11 am and be prepared for a 2-mile hike. Bring 2 empty…