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Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 1 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Children’s Nature Classes 9:30 am
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 4 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
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Prairie Friday 8:30 am
Prairie Friday @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 6 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
Children’s Nature Classes 9:30 am
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 6 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
Tyke Hike 10:00 am
Tyke Hike @ Baytown Nature Center
Oct 6 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
 Tyke Hike The fall season of the FREE pre-school program (designed for ages 3-5) begins September 1, meeting on Fridays at 10 am, through November 17. This season’s exciting topics include many hands-on nature activities for your tyke to enjoy. September 1 Lizards 8 Scavenger hunt 15 Snakes 22 Animals with Fur 29 Alligators November 3 Fall 10 Birds 17...
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Trinity River Refuge Big Sit Event
Trinity River Refuge Big Sit Event @ Champion Lake pier
Oct 7 all-day
Trinity River Refuge Big Sit Event @ Champion Lake pier  | Dayton | Texas | United States
In conjunction with National Wildlife Refuge Week, the Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge will be hosting “The Big Sit” event on Saturday, October 7, 2017.  The rules could not be easier; bird watchers, refuge volunteers, or anyone with an interest in birds can just sit in a 17-foot diameter circle and identify all the birds they see or hear during...
Hermann Park Conservancy’s 4th Annual Park to Port Bike Ride 6:30 am
Hermann Park Conservancy’s 4th Annual Park to Port Bike Ride @ Hermann Park
Oct 7 @ 6:30 am – 12:00 pm
Hermann Park Conservancy's 4th Annual Park to Port Bike Ride @ Hermann Park  | Houston | Texas | United States
The Park to Port Bike Ride gives cyclists a unique perspective of Houston. The 20-mile ride will start in Hermann Park and travel east along the Bayou Greenway trail on Brays Bayou to the Port of Houston. There will be a turn-around party at Brady’s Landing Restaurant, sponsored by Port Houston, with snacks, music, and activities. Riders will then return along the same path,...
Park to Port Bike Ride 7:00 am
Park to Port Bike Ride @ Hermann Park - Bill Coats Bridge
Oct 7 @ 7:00 am
The fourth annual Park to Port Bike Ride benefiting Hermann Park Conservancy will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2017. The 20-mile ride will start in Hermann Park and travel east along Brays Bayou to the Port of Houston. Arriving at the port, you will be welcomed by a turn-around party presented yet again by the Port of Houston Authority; with snacks, music and activities at...
Nurture Nature Series 10:00 am
Nurture Nature Series @ Baytown Nature Center
Oct 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Nurture Nature Series The popular program is from 10-am-12noon on the first Saturday of each month, except April, when the nature center hosts the Nurture Nature Festival. The family-friendly offerings with hands-on-topics are free with regular admission. Enjoy a fun, educational morning; then stay to picnic, bird, hike, fish or just relax – what a great way to spend a...
Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 7 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
Full Moon Hike 6:00 pm
Full Moon Hike @ Baytown Nature Center
Oct 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Full Moon Hike Join us each month to explore a different section of the nature center in hopes of seeing nocturnal animals. All sorts of things have been spotted – no lions, tigers, or bears, but definitely raccoons, opossums, coyotes, owls, fireflies and even flying squirrels! The monthly 90 minute hikes begin just after sunset. Hikers are asked to wear...
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Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 8 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Children’s Nature Classes 9:30 am
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 11 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
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Prairie Friday 8:30 am
Prairie Friday @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 13 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
Children’s Nature Classes 9:30 am
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 13 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
Tyke Hike 10:00 am
Tyke Hike @ Baytown Nature Center
Oct 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
 Tyke Hike The fall season of the FREE pre-school program (designed for ages 3-5) begins September 1, meeting on Fridays at 10 am, through November 17. This season’s exciting topics include many hands-on nature activities for your tyke to enjoy. September 1 Lizards 8 Scavenger hunt 15 Snakes 22 Animals with Fur 29 Alligators November 3 Fall 10 Birds 17...
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Native Plant Society of Texas’ Native Landscape Certification Program – Level 1 8:00 am
Native Plant Society of Texas’ Native Landscape Certification Program – Level 1 @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 14 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Native Plant Society of Texas' Native Landscape Certification Program - Level 1 @ Armand Bayou Nature Center | Pasadena | Texas | United States
The Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) is a four-level certification program developed by the Native Plant Society of Texas that teaches the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Level 1: Introduction to Native Landscapes Level 2: Design and Development with Native Plants Level 3: Installation and Maintenance of Native Landscapes Level 4: Advocating for Our Native Plant...
Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 14 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
45th Annual BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble 8:00 pm
45th Annual BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble @ Avenida de las Americas, Discovery Green
Oct 14 @ 8:00 pm – Oct 15 @ 12:00 am
45th Annual BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble @ Avenida de las Americas, Discovery Green | Houston | Texas | United States
The BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble is Houston’s oldest charity bike ride. It draws more than 2,000 cyclists, many of whom join us each year and add the latest commemorative Ramble T-shirt to their collection. This fun night-time bike ride is suitable for most ages and abilities. Before the ride, join us for music, food and drinks, and last-minute bike tune-ups. Show us your wildest...
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Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 15 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Children’s Nature Classes 9:30 am
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 18 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
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Prairie Friday 8:30 am
Prairie Friday @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 20 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
Children’s Nature Classes 9:30 am
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 20 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
Tyke Hike 10:00 am
Tyke Hike @ Baytown Nature Center
Oct 20 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
 Tyke Hike The fall season of the FREE pre-school program (designed for ages 3-5) begins September 1, meeting on Fridays at 10 am, through November 17. This season’s exciting topics include many hands-on nature activities for your tyke to enjoy. September 1 Lizards 8 Scavenger hunt 15 Snakes 22 Animals with Fur 29 Alligators November 3 Fall 10 Birds 17...
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Bike Around the Bay 2017
Bike Around the Bay 2017 @ Royal Purple Raceway
Oct 21 – Oct 22 all-day
Join the Galveston Bay Foundation for their 11th annual Bike Around the Bay, a two-day 170-mile fully supported ride around Galveston Bay. This unique cycling event takes riders in a complete loop around the largest estuary in Texas (and one of the biggest in North America)! All proceeds from this signature fundraising ride directly benefit GBF and its mission to...
Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 21 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 22 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K 4:00 pm
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K @ Memorial Park
Oct 23 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K @ Memorial Park | Houston | Texas | United States
Join your co-workers and friends for Houston’s “Largest Office Party” at Memorial Park. This event promotes the health and fitness of our corporate community and provides a great opportunity to network with fellow Houstonians. The race is one of a kind in Houston and around the country featuring an unassigned staggered start. The 5K main loop course will remain open at...
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Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K 4:00 pm
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K @ Memorial Park
Oct 24 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K @ Memorial Park | Houston | Texas | United States
Join your co-workers and friends for Houston’s “Largest Office Party” at Memorial Park. This event promotes the health and fitness of our corporate community and provides a great opportunity to network with fellow Houstonians. The race is one of a kind in Houston and around the country featuring an unassigned staggered start. The 5K main loop course will remain open at...
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Children’s Nature Classes 9:30 am
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 25 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K 4:00 pm
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K @ Memorial Park
Oct 25 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K @ Memorial Park | Houston | Texas | United States
Join your co-workers and friends for Houston’s “Largest Office Party” at Memorial Park. This event promotes the health and fitness of our corporate community and provides a great opportunity to network with fellow Houstonians. The race is one of a kind in Houston and around the country featuring an unassigned staggered start. The 5K main loop course will remain open at...
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Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K 4:00 pm
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K @ Memorial Park
Oct 26 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Inaugural Houston Corporate Run/Walk 5K @ Memorial Park | Houston | Texas | United States
Join your co-workers and friends for Houston’s “Largest Office Party” at Memorial Park. This event promotes the health and fitness of our corporate community and provides a great opportunity to network with fellow Houstonians. The race is one of a kind in Houston and around the country featuring an unassigned staggered start. The 5K main loop course will remain open at...
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Prairie Friday 8:30 am
Prairie Friday @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 27 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
Children’s Nature Classes 9:30 am
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 27 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
Tyke Hike 10:00 am
Tyke Hike @ Baytown Nature Center
Oct 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
 Tyke Hike The fall season of the FREE pre-school program (designed for ages 3-5) begins September 1, meeting on Fridays at 10 am, through November 17. This season’s exciting topics include many hands-on nature activities for your tyke to enjoy. September 1 Lizards 8 Scavenger hunt 15 Snakes 22 Animals with Fur 29 Alligators November 3 Fall 10 Birds 17...
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Brays Bayou 2nd Annual Invasive Species Round-Up and Carpathon 8:00 am
Brays Bayou 2nd Annual Invasive Species Round-Up and Carpathon @ Willow Waterhole Greenway
Oct 28 @ 8:00 am
Brays Bayou 2nd Annual Invasive Species Round-Up and Carpathon @ Willow Waterhole Greenway | Houston | Texas | United States
The Brays Bayou 2nd Annual Invasive Species Round-Up and Carpathon will be held on October 28 at Willow Waterhole Greenway. Admission and parking are free for all visitors. For those wishing to participate in the tournament, there will be a fee of $20 that allows them to compete in Fly Fishing and Conventional Divisions. Other activities include fishing clinics and...
Deer Park Prairie: Workday 9:00 am
Deer Park Prairie: Workday @ Deer Park Prairie
Oct 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Workday: Fourth Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. to noon or later Visitation of Deer Park Prairie is by appointment only. Since the prairie will be attended on scheduled workdays, they will be ideal days to visit. Please email HNPAT@TexasPrairie for appointment on either workdays or any other days. 1222 E. Purdue Lane, Deer Park, TX 77536  (Check out the map for...
Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 28 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Natural History Demonstration 1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 29 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Sheldon Lake State Park’s “Mommy and Me” Event 10:00 am
Sheldon Lake State Park’s “Mommy and Me” Event @ Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Oct 31 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Sheldon Lake State Park's "Mommy and Me" Event @ Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center  | Houston | Texas | United States
Bring out your little ones to explore the park through a story, activities, and a stroll! Come on down to Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center with the family for some quality outdoor time! This program is perfect for younger aged children to become excited about nature! Featuring a story, activity, and a stroll, this is a hands-on...
Texas Parks & Wildlife’s “Zombie Apocalypse Hike” Event 6:00 pm
Texas Parks & Wildlife’s “Zombie Apocalypse Hike” Event @ Galveston Island State Park
Oct 31 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Texas Parks & Wildlife's "Zombie Apocalypse Hike" Event @  Galveston Island State Park  | Galveston | Texas | United States
Could you survive and thrive on this fun, easy hike? Have you wondered about your abilities to live in the wild, such as after an apocalyptic event? Well, we’re going to talk about the basic skills needed to find food, water, shelter, and space in our short (somewhat humorous) program. We’ll begin at the Nature Center and travel to find the necessary...