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The Clear Lake Gem & Mineral Society, Inc. hopes to fund courses in Geology, Mineralogy, Geophysics or Paleontology to students at any accredited university or college as part of a course of studies in Earth Sciences.
Amount: $500 to $1,000Â each.
An eligible applicant must be:
- A Senior in any Secondary School (High School)Â who will be entering college and majoring in any Earth Science; OR
- A student in good standing who is already enrolled in an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university and is in an established course of study towards a degree in Earth Sciences.
Application Deadline: Applications must be received or postmarked not later than the 1st of May of the year to be awarded. So applications received prior to 5/1/2018 will be judged and the winners will be awarded scholarship checks in June 2018. Late applications will be considered for the next year.
For more information, visit clgms.org.
Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge along with the Friends of Trinity River Refuge will be hosting the annual “Free Family Fishing Day” on Saturday, June 2, 2018 from 9:00am – 11:00am at the Champion Lake Public Use Area. It is the one day in the state of Texas that anyone can fish or crab without a license on public waters. We will have fishing poles and bait for those who need it along with experienced fishermen who can help children with baiting hooks and casting techniques.  All ages are invited to this free event.
Champion Lake is located at the end of CR 417, two miles east of FM 1409 in southern Liberty County. This is approximately 10 miles south of Dayton, TX from Hwy 90 or about six miles north of I-10 at the Cove exit (FM 565). Call the Refuge office at 936/336-9786 for more information. You may want to bring a lawn chair as seating is limited.
Learn the basics of fishing through hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for door prizes.
Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No fishing license necessary. Adults must accompany children. Bring sun protection and water. Registration and start time is 9:00 A.M.
What to bring:
- Be sure to get a park pass (either from park office, or self-pay station)
- Questions about local fishing
- Clothing suitable for being outdoors
- Bring your own water and snacks
Rangers will be on hand at Sunset Marina Park Store inside Lake Livingston State Park throughout this time frame to help bait hooks, rig tackle, and teach the basics of fishing. Bait and tackle is provided, and limited quantities of loaner fishing poles will be available.
They recommend bringing a bottle of water and wearing comfortable, flat shoes when participating in any activity.
Regular park admission fees of $5 per adult ages 13 and up apply; no additional charge for activities.
No reservations necessary.
Adults and Youth 12 years and older can learn the basics of fishing through hands-on activities
Topics will include equipment, knot tying and tackle assembly; casting and fishing skills; using a net to land fish; fish ID and habitats; regulations and ethics; and safety and stewardship.
No fishing experience necessary. Event is free. Adults must accompany children. Participants are encouraged to bring snacks and drinks if they need them. Class will take place indoors. Start time is 11:00 A.M.
Meet Precinct 4’s Trails As Parks staff at the canoe launch. Closed-toe shoes, a hat, and sunscreen are recommended. Fishing is allowed at Marshall Lake with a Texas Parks & Wildlife Department fishing license. For more information about fishing at Precinct 4 parks and to view the rules and regulations, please visit Canoe & Fish
How does air pollution impact your life? If you had the chance, what would you tell local elected leaders to do about it? Air Alliance Houston’s State of the Air holds a high school essay contest open to students in 9-12th grade. Top three winners will receive a scholarship. The first place winner will also receive an invitation to speak at the 2019 State of the Air event. Entries are due by Nov. 16, 2018. For more information, visit airalliancehouston.org.
The Apprentice Ecologist Initiative awards three scholarships to the authors of the three best Apprentice Ecologist essays. Applicants should embody the spirit of the Apprentice Ecologist Initiative by demonstrating personal leadership and environmental stewardship in their project. Middle school, high school, or undergraduate college/university students (ages 13-21) are eligible to apply.
The deadline for this scholarship is Dec. 31, 2018.
Meet at the canoe launch for an evening of canoeing and fishing on Lake Marshall. Closed-toed shoes, a hat, and sunscreen are recommended.
Night hikes at 7 and 8 p.m., mini owl prowl at 7:30 p.m., cabin tours, winter bird craft, pond fishing and live animal time. Campfire, s’mores and tacos. (Vegan and gluten-free options available). Tacos catered by Tacos A GoGo – veggie, chicken, beef tacos with corn/flour tortillas available. Reservation includes 2 tacos per person.
Cost:Â $30 adult/$35 non-member adult; $15 children (ages 3 & up); $20 non-member children; FREE for children under 3 years