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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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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/
LOCATION:TX
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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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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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:GBEP Events,Partner Events
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