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Houston Audubon’s Birdathon
Houston Audubon’s Birdathon
Apr 29 all-day
Houston Audubon's Birdathon
Birding is the birder’s equivalent to a walkathon, but better (because you get to look at birds all day). Teams of 2 or more (typically 4-5) compete to count as many bird species as possible in a consecutive 24-hour period. Birdathon is primarily a fundraiser, so teams also compete to raise the most money for the best cause: bird conservation....
Limited Kiosk Opening @ Boy Scout Woods Sanctuary
Limited Kiosk Opening @ Boy Scout Woods Sanctuary
Apr 29 all-day
Limited Kiosk Opening @ Boy Scout Woods Sanctuary | Bolivar Peninsula | Texas | United States
The kiosk at Boy Scout Woods opens on Friday, March 29 and closes on Sunday, May 5. Many activities are planned, including: Birding walks – 3 times/day (Apr. 4 – 29) Photography walks (Apr. 4-29) Bird-friendly plant sale (Apr. 1 until sold out) Land Sea & Sky binoculars – weekends in April Flight in Focus – 2-day photography event (Apr....
2019 Great Texas Birding Classic
2019 Great Texas Birding Classic
Apr 29 all-day
2019 Great Texas Birding Classic
What is the Birding Classic? Who can join the fun? All levels and ages of birders are welcome to join this Texas birdwatching event during the amazing spring migration. There’s a tournament category for everyone – from the beginning backyard birder to the competitive lister! Registration fees raise money for Texas bird and birding conservation project grants. Gather your team,...
City Nature Challenge @ Greater Houston Area, US, TX
City Nature Challenge @ Greater Houston Area, US, TX
Apr 29 all-day
City Nature Challenge @ Greater Houston Area, US, TX
Join Texas Parks and Wildlife, Texas Master Naturalists, the Audubon Society, and many others in a fun challenge to see which city can document the most species during April 26 – 29. It is easy to participate by joining an event or making observations on your own using the iNaturalist app. With the iNaturalist app, you just take a picture...
Scholarship Deadline: HW’s Great Green Quest
Scholarship Deadline: HW’s Great Green Quest
Apr 29 all-day
Scholarship Deadline: HW's Great Green Quest
Applications for Houston Wilderness‘s 2019 Great Green Quest – Careers in Conservation scholarship opportunity are open through April 29, 2019. This program is open to undergraduate and graduate interns or staff who currently work at one of HW’s 100+ Network Partner organizations in the 13-county region and are currently seeking an undergraduate or master’s level degree in environmental science and/or ecology-related careers. With...
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9:00 am GCBO Spring Fling @ Quintana Neotropic Bird Sanctuary
GCBO Spring Fling @ Quintana Neotropic Bird Sanctuary
Apr 29 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
GCBO Spring Fling @ Quintana Neotropic Bird Sanctuary | Quintana | Texas | United States
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory’s Spring Fling is an opportunity to see and celebrate the return of migratory songbirds as they arrive at stopover habitat along the Teas Gulf Coast. This is great time to enjoy the wide variety of species that migrate through Texas dressed in their spring finery. This year, Spring Fling will take place at the Quintana Neotropical...
9:30 am Tyke Hike (18 months – 3 years) @ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Tyke Hike (18 months – 3 years) @ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Apr 29 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Tyke Hike (18 months - 3 years) @ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center | Houston | Texas | United States
Encourage your child’s curiosity about nature and spend time with them exploring outdoors! Children 18 months to 3 years, with their adult companions, can join a naturalist for a story reading, a simple nature activity or craft, and a stroller-friendly hike on the beautiful Arboretum trails. Enjoy an interesting new nature experience each week with themes such as turtles, armadillos, spiders,...
1:00 pm Arboretum’s Home School Program (ages 5-12) @ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Arboretum’s Home School Program (ages 5-12) @ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Apr 29 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Arboretum's Home School Program (ages 5-12) @ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center | Houston | Texas | United States
A different three-week science unit is taught each month, with classes consisting of instructional time, hands-on activities, and outdoor activities. Extension ideas will be provided to parents so they can follow up with lessons and activities at home. Visit houstonarboretum.org for the class schedule.