Events

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. All ages welcome! Festival area is grassy and uneven […]

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.   Registration Please note participants are required […]

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Texas A&M University at Galveston Join 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 […]

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. Abstract submission AND REGISTRATION are now open for the 2026 Texas Bays & Estuaries Meeting.  Abstract deadline: March […]

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. Activities will include live animal demonstrations, seed ball making, dip netting, mini Bayou Safari Tours, and more! May 2, 2026 10am to 4pm Members $6, kids 4-12 years $5 […]

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. Expect breakout sessions, practical tools, and partner-driven examples you can take back to your campus or system to strengthen career pathways, learner supports, […]

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. Don’t forget […]