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SUMMARY:Roots & Range: Stewarding Working Lands of the Coastal Prairie
DESCRIPTION:February 20 | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM CST\nIndiangrass Preserve\n31975 Hebert Rd.\, Waller\, TX 77484 \nThis hands-on\, field-based workshop is designed for landowners\, land managers\, and conservation practitioners\, and features TCPI partners and on-the-ground learning. \nRegistration Link: https://coastalprairieconservancy.eventcalendarapp.com/roots-and-range-stewarding-working-lands-of-the-coastal-prairie \nAgenda & Speakers: \n\n9:00–9:15 a.m. | Welcome & Introductions\n9:15–10:35 a.m. | Site Tour & Forage Inventory Demonstration\nStephen Deiss\, Coastal Prairie Conservancy\n10:45 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Prescribed Fire on Working Lands: Planning & Practice\nGreg Pleasant\, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department\n(Live burn demonstration\, conditions permitting)\n12:00–1:00 p.m. | Lunch & Ask the Experts\n1:00–1:50 p.m. | Reading Your Land\nClint Faas\, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department\n2:00–2:50 p.m. | Managing Working Lands for Wildlife\nFaith Chase\, Wildlife Habitat Federation\n2:50–3:00 p.m. | Wrap-up & Final Questions\n\nRefreshments and lunch are provided. Registration is $40.
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/roots-range-stewarding-working-lands-of-the-coastal-prairie/
LOCATION:Indiangrass Preserve\, 31975 Hebert Rd\, Waller\, TX\, 77484
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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SUMMARY:NatureFest
DESCRIPTION:Wildlife lovers of all ages are invited to Jones Park for a day of discovery about the natural world. Visitors can enjoy a guided hike\, wildlife presentations\, and educational exhibits from 20 organizations from across Texas. Native plants will be available from Jesse Jones Park Volunteers. \nAll ages welcome! Festival area is grassy and uneven at times with some sloping around the perimeter.  Seating is available at our outdoor stage and in the picnic area.  Pets are not permitted in festival areas. \nUpon entering park\, please follow all signs and/or instructions for parking.
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/naturefest-2/
LOCATION:Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center\, 20634 Kenswick Dr.\, Humble\, Texas\, 77338
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta
DESCRIPTION:Be part of the 54th Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta! The largest canoe and kayak race in Texas returns to Houston’s most significant natural waterway on March 21\, 2026. Join this fun-filled tradition and support BBP’s ongoing work creating and stewarding parks\, trails\, and unique destinations along the bayou. \n  \nRegistration\nPlease note participants are required to bring or reserve their own boats. View 2026 Boat Rental Vendors here. \nFor information on Team Sponsorship\, click here. \nRegistration fee (does not include boat rental) is $55 per person / $60 after February 28 / $65 Day-of \nMinimum entry age is 12. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \n$10 discount for BBP Members\, military\, and students (with valid ID). Contact info@buffalobayou.org or 713.752.0314 ext. 101 for coupon code. \nSIGN UP TODAY \n  \nSchedule of Events\nStarting Line:  7700 San Felipe (1/4 mile west of Voss) \nRace Day Registration: 7 – 8:45am \nStart Time: 8:00am \nFinish Line and Awards Ceremony: 11am – 2:30pm (Awards at 1:30pm) \nDowntown at Allen’s Landing (1005 Commerce Street at Main Street) \n  \nStart Times\nNote of the new start time of 8am for Non-Competitive and Day-of-Registrants \nThe race begins at 8am with 4 starts. ALL starts will be in-water. \n8:00am: Non-Competitive and Day-of Registrants \n9:00am: Tandem Kayaks and Solo Kayaks \n9:10am: Team Sponsor Canoes and Tandem Canoes \n9:20m: Solo Unlimited and Performance Unlimited \n  \nWhat to Know\nView Regatta Rules and Regulations here. \nView Helpful Hints here. \nView 2026 Boat Rental Vendors here. \nThe 2026 race will begin along Buffalo Bayou at San Felipe and Voss and end at Allen’s Landing. View the 15-mile race route here. \nFree parking is located at the Starting Line (7700 San Felipe). \nA complimentary shuttle service is available at the Finish Line to transport paddlers back to pick up their cars. \nAdditional details will be shared with registrants one week prior to the event. \nView 2025 BBP Regatta race results here.
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/2026-buffalo-bayou-partnership-regatta/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Texas Plastic Pollution Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 \nTexas A&M University at Galveston \nJoin us for the 8th Annual Texas Plastic Pollution Symposium\, on March 25\, 2026\, at Texas A&M University at Galveston in Galveston\, TX! This event brings together scientists\, researchers\, and advocates to explore Texas’s latest studies on plastic pollution. Beyond sharing the latest research\, the symposium aims to inspire action and raise awareness about the profound impacts of plastics on our environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect\, learn\, and contribute to meaningful change! \nEvent highlights\nResearch Presentations\nPosters Sessions\nProject Discussions\nNetworking Opportunities \nFor more information\, registration\, and abstract submission information\, visit the TPPS website. 
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/texas-plastic-pollution-symposium/
LOCATION:Texas A&M University at Galveston\, 200 Seawolf Parkway\, Galveston\, TX\, 77554\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T080000
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SUMMARY:Trash Bash
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Trash Bash event will be held at 14 locations throughout the lower Galveston Bay watershed on Saturday\, March 28\, 2026. \nVisit the Trash Bash website for more information on locations and registration.
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/trash-bash-2/
CATEGORIES:GBEP Events,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
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SUMMARY:Nature Day at Sea Center Texas
DESCRIPTION:This is a free event. Activities will include\, but are not limited to: Live Reptiles\, Learning Activities\, and More\, 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. Birds of Prey Show\, 12 P.M. & 2 P.M. \nJoin Sea Center Texas for Nature Day – a wild and wonderful event celebrating the natural world. \nWhile our ponds will be undergoing maintenance and we won’t be hosting fishing this year\, there’s still plenty to explore. \n🦅 Birds of Prey Show\n🦎 Live Reptiles & Wildlife Booths\n🌱 Hands-On Nature Activities \nBring the whole family for a day of discovery\, learning\, and outdoor adventure!
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/nature-day-at-sea-center-texas/
LOCATION:Sea Center Texas\, 302 Medical Drive\, Lake Jackson\, TX\, 77566
CATEGORIES:GBEP Events,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000
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SUMMARY:Texas Bays and Estuaries Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We invite researchers\, practitioners\, and students to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations highlighting research\, management\, and applied work related to Texas bays\, estuaries\, and coastal ecosystems. There will be 2 days of presentations and an evening poster session. \nAbstract submission AND REGISTRATION are now open for the 2026 Texas Bays & Estuaries Meeting.  \n\n\n\nAbstract deadline: March 30\, 2026 \nAbstract limit: 250 words \nEveryone must register: Students $80\, non-students $100\, virtual $10\nMeeting dates: April 22 – 23 at University of Texas Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas\, TX.
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/texas-bays-and-estuaries-meeting/
LOCATION:University of Texas Marine Science Institute\, 855 East Cotter Avenue\, Port Aransas\, TX\, 78373
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
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SUMMARY:Spring Fling: An Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating Earth Day by meeting some of the animals that call ABNC home and learn why every day is Earth Day at ABNC. \nActivities will include live animal demonstrations\, seed ball making\, dip netting\, mini Bayou Safari Tours\, and more! \nMay 2\, 2026 10am to 4pm \n\nMembers $6\, kids 4-12 years $5\nNon-Members $12\, kids 4-12 years $10\nKids 3 and under free\n\nPurchase ticket in advance or at the door
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/spring-fling-an-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Armand Bayou Nature Center\, 8500 Bay Area Blvd\, Pasadena\, TX\, 77507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T080000
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SUMMARY:TEA Region 4 STEM Conference
DESCRIPTION:A one-day\, future-ready conference where educators\, campus and district leaders\, and counselors connect the dots between STEM learning\, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways\, and workforce partnerships—so students graduate with real options. \nExpect breakout sessions\, practical tools\, and partner-driven examples you can take back to your campus or system to strengthen career pathways\, learner supports\, and student readiness.
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/tea-region-4-stem-conference/
LOCATION:Region 4 McKinney Conference Center\, 7200 Northwest Drive\, Houston\, TX\, 77092
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
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SUMMARY:Wetlands Walkabout
DESCRIPTION:The Exploration Green Conservancy helps celebrate American Wetlands Month in May. This includes our annual chalk drawing contest – guests of all ages and drawing skill levels are welcome to join the fun – as well as rain barrel demonstrations and other activities. Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy a picnic. \nDon’t forget your binoculars to view the wildlife.
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/wetlands-walkabout/
LOCATION:Exploration Green Phase I\, 16350 Diana Ln\, Houston\, Texas\, 77062\, United States
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SUMMARY:Texas Association for Environmental Education Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Location – Camp Aranzazu\, Rockport\, TX \nDates – October 13-15\, 2026 \nMore details to come soon. Visit www.taee.org for more information on TAEE and for conference updates.
URL:https://backthebay.org/event/texas-association-for-environmental-education-annual-conference/
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