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Jan
3
Thu
Winter Camp with Houston Arboretum @ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Jan 3 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

WinterCamp Banner2019 Winter Camp —
Goosebumps & Mysteries

Come unravel nature’s mysteries as Houston Arboretum explores creatures of the night, creepy crawlies and the folklore that surrounds them. Learn about bats, owls and other mysterious creatures of the animal world. Live animal encounters, outdoor games, nature hikes, and lots of hands-on fun science activities are always a part of the Arboretum experience. Winter Camp is for explorers ages 4 to 12.

Jan
4
Fri
Wetlands Winter Camp (1st-3rd grade) @ Baytown Nature Center
Jan 4 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

From Jan. 2- 4, 2018, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day, dance along to the beat as Baytown Nature Center takes a journey to the Antarctic. Discover how animals adapt to living in the cold and how we all impact their habitat from right here in Texas. Conclude camp enjoying snow just like the penguins.

Registration opens on Dec. 3, 2018.

Bring a sack lunch and reusable water bottle each day.

Holiday Break Camp – “Winter in the Woods” @ Edith L. Moore Natural Sanctuary_
Jan 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Let the winter adventures begin! Discover how woodland creatures adapt to cooler weather. Seek out animal tracks and clues along the trails and creek banks. Learn winter survival skills. Make cozy dens for education animals. Create nature crafts and science projects to take home, including snow slime.

Ages: 5-10 years old
Fee: $100 per child ($90 for 2nd child in same family)

Winter Camp with Houston Arboretum @ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Jan 4 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

WinterCamp Banner2019 Winter Camp —
Goosebumps & Mysteries

Come unravel nature’s mysteries as Houston Arboretum explores creatures of the night, creepy crawlies and the folklore that surrounds them. Learn about bats, owls and other mysterious creatures of the animal world. Live animal encounters, outdoor games, nature hikes, and lots of hands-on fun science activities are always a part of the Arboretum experience. Winter Camp is for explorers ages 4 to 12.

Mar
9
Sat
47th Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta @ Allen's Landing Park
Mar 9 @ 7:30 am – 2:00 pm

https://buffalobayou.org/event/47th-annual-buffalo-bayou-partnership-regatta-presented-by-gillman-subaru/Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for Texas’ largest canoe and kayak race – the 47th Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta on March 9th. Paddlers, ages 12 and up, are encouraged to participate in the 15-mile race along the scenic Buffalo Bayou. Whether you are entering competitively or paddling for pleasure, you won’t want to miss out on this longstanding Houston tradition.

Jul
6
Sat
Nurture Nature Series @ Baytown Nature Center
Jul 6 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

The family-friendly offerings with hands-on-topics are free with regular admission. Enjoy a fun, educational outing; then stay to picnic, bird, hike, fish or just relax.

Sep
28
Sat
Greens Bayou Regatta @ Brock Park Golf Course
Sep 28 @ 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
The Greens Bayou Regatta, hosted by Greens Bayou Coalition, combines recreation, stewardship, and education on one of Houston’s most beautiful and secluded waterways, Greens Bayou. The 7.5 mile race course showcases two planned launch locations, Brock Park and Thomas Bell Foster Park and occurs, rain or shine.This annual event raises funds and awareness to implement the proposed 27.5 mile paddle trail. Register by September 26th for this exciting race and experience some of Houston’s hidden natural areas!  

Nov
6
Wed
Environmental Educators Exchange: Kickerillo Mischer Preserve @ Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
Nov 6 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

The Environmental Educators Exchange meets quarterly on the first Wednesday of the month. Our goal is to provide a neat space to rejuvenate, network and learn about trends in environmental education. All are welcome (including children). Bring a snack to share and invite a friend.

Tentative Agenda:
3:30 – 5:00 canoe in the lake
5:00 – 5:45 networking & resource sharing
5:45 – 6:30 night hike & bonfire?!?

A few rules: For canoeing, we can accommodate children weighing 30 pounds or more. Also, there must be one adult paddler per canoe and one adult per child 10 years and younger. Example: 2 adults with 2 children 10 and younger, 1 adult with 1 child 11+. Maximum 4 persons to a canoe. i.e. One parent cannot ride alone with two children. Canoes and PFDs will be furnished. You may bring your own canoe/kayak.

Mar
28
Sat
Canoe Spring Creek @ Jesse H. Jones Nature Center
Mar 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Enjoy a leisurely, guided paddle downstream on Spring Creek. Registration required. Ages 16+.

Mar
29
Sun
Canoe Spring Creek @ Jesse H. Jones Nature Center
Mar 29 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Enjoy a leisurely, guided paddle downstream on Spring Creek. Registration required. Ages 16+.