EarthShare Texas

Plum Creek Re-Leaf
2022-12-10 09:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-09 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Plum Creek Wetlands Preserve, 3105 US-183 S., Lockhart, TX, 78644, United States
The Plum Creek Re-Leaf is an annual volunteer reforestation project at our preserve in Lockhart. Volunteers will help plant over 1,000 native tree seedlings helping to restore the streamside forest. The event is open to the public. Lunch, refreshments, tools and training will be provided.

Up on the Rooftop
2022-12-08 18:30 - 21:00 | Sunset Coffee Building, 1019 Commerce St., Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Join us for Up on the Rooftop, Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s festive fundraising fête hosted by The Currents, BBP’s Young Professional Group. Come celebrate the season with holiday-themed music, bites and libations, magical views of downtown from the Sunset Coffee Building rooftop, and Holiday Cruises on our pontoon boat led by our very own Mr. and Mrs. Kringle. All proceeds from Up on the Rooftop will support Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s mission to restore and revitalize Houston’s historic waterway.
For questions, contact gguterrez@buffalobayou.org.

Hue Marketplace's 1st Annual Fall Festival - 45+ Local Vendors
2022-12-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Live Oak Brewing, 1615 Crozier Ln., Del Valle, TX, 78617, United States
EarthShare Texas, TreeFolks, and Austin Ale Trail will be at Hue Marketplace’s 1st Annual Fall Festival!
Come celebrate this gorgeous season and enjoy 45+ local vendors.
TreeFolks will be hosting a small tree adoption (75 tree limit), first-come first-served. These trees will be planted by recipients to help your community and city by reducing Austin’s heat index and tree canopy cover.
Austin Ale Trail will be selling ATX Ale Trail passports. Proceeds will help all 35+ EarthShare Texas nonprofit members.
Support your local favorite organizations this weekend!

Water Works: Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance Dinner and Art Auction
2022-12-01 18:30 - 22:30 | Biga on the Banks, 203 S St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX, 78205, United States
Celebrate Texas Waters through a Dinner & Art Auction with Texas Artists to benefit the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance. Join us for an evening of celebrating Texas water with some of Texas’ most distinguished artists. Biga on the Banks will serve a special four course dinner with unlimited selected libations.
For inquiries, contact annalisa@aquiferalliance.org.

Stewards of the Wild - Austin Chapter Wild Game Chili Cookout
2022-11-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Community First! Village, 9301 Hog Eye Road, Suite 950, Austin, TX, 78724, United States
This is our Stewards of the Wild Austin Chapter’s annual wild game chili cookout that feeds the needy. Join Texas Parks and Wildlife, Austin chapter.
For inquiries, contact austin@stewardsofthewild.org.

Volunteer at our 500 Tree Adoption Event!
2022-11-12 08:00 - 13:00 | Gives Park Pavilion, 3811 E 12th St, Austin, TX, 78721, United States
Join us to help distribute, organize, and hand out trees at our tree adoption event! Volunteers will assist us from 8am-1pm at the Givens Park Pavilion.
For questions, please contact volunteer@treefolks.org or (512) 761-8738.

Guardian Gala
2022-11-11 18:30 - 23:30 | The Revaire, 7122 Old Katy Rd, Houston, TX, 77024, United States
Please join us for Galveston Bay Foundation’s annual Guardian Gala fundraiser! There is much to delight in and celebrate so get ready for an evening of jubilee! There will be craft cocktails, a seated dinner, live entertainment, and thrilling auction items.
Cost details to come.
Contact nscanlin@galvbay.org for inquiries.

Ready, Set, Plant!
2022-11-11 09:00 - 13:00 | TX
Join TreeFolks & our community partners for a seedling planting on Eleanor Street in East Austin – (full address sent upon registration). TreeFolks will bring all the tools and materials needed, as well as coffee and light refreshments.
Ready, Set, Plant! is a volunteer tree-planting program that plants 10,000 trees each year along Austin’s creeks and rivers. We educate volunteers on proper tree planting techniques and riparian restoration in partnership with the City of Austin’s Watershed Protection Department and Keep Austin Beautiful. Our events are family friendly and provide an opportunity for community members to connect with Austin’s public lands.
For questions, please contact volunteer@treefolks.org or (512) 761-8738.

Nature's Best Hope by Dr. Doug Tallamy
2022-11-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual
In this online program, Dr. Doug Tallamy will discuss how we can create landscapes that enhance local ecosystems rather than degrade them, including how we must add the native plant communities that sustain food webs, sequester carbon, maintain diverse native bee communities, and manage our watersheds. If we do this in half of the area now in lawn, we can create the Homegrown National Park, a 20-million-acre network of viable habitats that will provide vital corridors connecting the few natural areas that remain. The cost for a ticket is $5.
For inquiries, contact Patsy Inglet, engagement@bexaraudubon.org.

Texas Coastal Prairie Conference: Preserving Lands and Legacies
2022-10-28 - 2022-10-29 | University of Houston – Clear Lake, University of Houston - Clear Lake 2700 Bay Area Boulevard, Houston, TX, 77058, United States
The Texas Coastal Prairie Conference: Preserving Lands and Legacies will include a full day of workshops and presentations on Friday, October 28th at the University of Houston – Clear Lake, followed by field trips to remnant and restored prairies as well as working ranches and farms on Saturday, October 29th. Conference attendees will be welcomed to a special networking dinner on Friday evening on the UHCL campus.
General Admission: $85 – Student Price: $45

Bexar Audubon Society Online Auction
2022-10-20 - 2022-11-04 | Virtual
Bexar Audubon Society is raising funds to support our Community Grant program to help local organizations with conservation projects that benefit birds and their habitat.
Auction items include: Artwork, Hill Country Escapes, Photography Ranch Trip, Handmade Quilt, Game Cameras, and more. An anonymous donor will match the amount raised up to $10,000, which means we can do even more for community conservation projects!
For inquiries, contact Britt Coleman, presBAS@bexaraudubon.org.

Unplugged Adventure: Backpacking Basics with REI Co-op
2022-10-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Indiangrass Preserve – Coastal Prairie Conservancy, 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, TX, 77484, United States
Learn how to explore the great outdoors at a whole new level with an REI expert! We’ll take the mystery out of backpacking with an overview of planning, preparation and gear. Learn how to choose a pack, select proper clothing and footwear. Plus, we’ll give you important notes on trail etiquette and Leave No Trace principles.
Whether you are a seasoned camper who wants to take the next step in traveling outdoors, or if you are new to outdoor recreation, this Unplugged Adventure will give you the essential information you need to put together a great plan. From outdoor gear to nutrition and much more, your REI Expert will provide tips and answer questions to inspire your next trip.
$5.00 registration fee per person.

STAR 24th Annual Texas Recycling Summit
2022-10-12 - 2022-10-14 | Tanglewood Resort, 290 Tanglewood Cir, Lake Texoma, TX, 75076, United States
Join STAR for the 24th Annual Texas Recycling Summit on Oct 12-14!
This year’s event will be in-person at the beautiful Tanglewood Resort on Lake Texoma, with more than 20 expert speakers in more than 12 professional sessions. ($299.00 registration price for STAR Members only. See Event Website for detailed registration prices).
Summit has been Texas’ premier recycling conference for 24 years, offering annual CEUs, exclusive networking opportunities and cutting edge updates to the recycling industry of Texas.
CHECK OUT THE TENTATIVE SCHEDULE HERE
If you are a Mission Partner and your membership is managed by your organization, contact your bundle administrator for your link and access code.

Unplugged Adventure: Ranger Treks on the Prairie
2022-10-08 11:30 - 12:30 | Indiangrass Preserve – Coastal Prairie Conservancy, 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, TX, 77484, United States
Join us for our monthly nature hike on the Katy Prairie! This month’s theme is Texas Pollinator BioBlitz in participation with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department! Enjoy a guided hike through the prairie, exploring different areas each month. Observe and learn about wildflowers, insects, and birds. Finish with pond dip-netting at the prairie potholes.
All ages are welcome. We’ll start with a brief overview and safety talk. Please wear outdoor clothing including sun/insect protection and close-toed shoes (high socks/boots preferred). Please also bring a water bottle. Binoculars and cameras are welcome. Rain or shine! No registration needed.

Greens Bayou Regatta
2022-10-08 07:30 - 13:30 | Brock Park, 8201 Ralston Rd., Houston, TX, 77044, United States
Experience Houston’s most secluded and natural paddling destination. The Greens Bayou Regatta is back after a three year Covid-induced hiatus!
Join us for this fun 7.7 mile race from Brock Park to Thomas Bell Foster Park. Racers receive a t-shirt, plus lunch, beverages, awards and music at the end-of-race party.
Funds raised support the mission of Greens Bayou Coalition to improve the quality of life in the Greens Bayou watershed, including the development of the Greens Bayou Paddle Trail.
Register Now: https://www.greensbayou.org/ October 8 7:30 am – 1:30 pm $29 Online/$40 Race Day. For early packet pickup, register by 10/3/22. Online registration closes 10/6/22.
Starting Line: Brock Park (Old Golf Course) 8201 Ralston Rd. Houston, TX 77044 — Finish Line: Thomas Bell Foster Park 12895 Greens Bayou St. Houston, Texas 77015
Contact info@greensbayou.org for any inquiries.

Bexar Audubon Monthly Meeting: Species of Greatest Conservation Need in Texas
2022-09-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Online
Join us for the Bexar Audubon Society September online meeting as Romey Swanson, Director of Conservation Strategy for Audubon Texas, presents a program about the Species of Greatest Conservation Need in Texas. Natural habitat and open spaces are disappearing at an alarming rate. Protections for wildlife, natural places, and clean air and water are in jeopardy. By protecting birds, we’re also safeguarding Texas’s great natural heritage for future generations, preserving our shared quality of life and fostering a healthier environment for us all.
Note: Bexar Audubon Society is an affiliate of EarthShare Texas member Audubon Foundation of Texas. Please contact rtaylorb2@sbcglobal.net (Becca Taylor, Bexar Audubon Program Chair) for inquiries.

Bayou Preservation Association 19th Annual Symposium
2022-09-28 - 2022-09-29 | TX
Bayou Preservation Association 19th Annual Symposium will once again be virtual to continue reaching a wider audience over two days. The two-day symposium will take place on Wednesday, September 28th, and Thursday, September 29th, via Zoom from 8 am to 12 pm. This year’s theme is The Cost of Doing Nothing – Opting for Resilience.

As regional leaders focus on building a resilient, sustainable community, we want to inspire action to support these efforts and to discuss how we manage this new normal in the region. Building on the most recent BPA symposia, we will update sustainable solutions implementation in the area and present an ‘action agenda’ including ways you can help our region avoid the ‘cost’ of inaction.

Join us for the 19th Annual Bayou Preservation Association Symposium to be informed and inspired!

Trash Makeover Challenge
2022-09-24 17:00 - 21:00 | Texas Disposal Systems Event Pavilion, 11508 Carl Rd, Creedmoor, TX, 78610, United States
Please join us for the return of our favorite edgy, exciting, and creative event—the Trash Makeover Challenge!
Join us to enjoy a unique show that challenges designers to make clothing out of repurposed materials, participate in deciding the People’s Choice awards, and learn more about our work to fight pollution all over Texas.
This unique fashion show features amateur and professional fashionistas who use at least 90% recycled materials to craft spectacular garments and showcase them in a dazzling spectacle for attendees. This event draws fashion visionaries and tastemakers, local celebrities, elected officials, top environmental activists, business leaders, and other prominent Texas figures.
Featuring: – Live, interactive performance by SaulPaul – Honorees: Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea & Environmental Attorney Marisa Perales – Emcee Sara Smith, Mrs. Houston World.
Our live and online event will start at 5:00 pm (CST) on Saturday 9/24/22. The in-person event will be at the Texas Disposal Systems Event Pavilion in South Austin.
The Zoom registration link for the online streaming of the event will be sent to ticket purchasers.

Unplugged Adventure: Camping 101 & Outdoor Ethics with REI Co-op
2022-09-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Indiangrass Preserve – Coastal Prairie Conservancy, 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, TX, 77484, United States
Join REI and the Coastal Prairie Conservancy to learn what you need to take your first (or second or third) camping trip. We will cover the basics including: how to be warm, dry and comfortable camping, gear and equipment necessities, ideas for fun activities, and more. Camping is a fun and affordable way to take a vacation – let REI and CPC staff help you get outdoors. No experience necessary!
$5.00 registration fee per person.
Event Contact: info@coastalprairieconservancy.org

Walk, Bike & Roll
2022-09-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Sinclair Elementary School, 6410 Grovewood Ln, Houston, TX, 77008, United States
Celebrate the new trail in the Sinclair Elementary SPARK Park with Bike/Scooter games, Emergency Vehicle Rides, and Traffic Safety Games, sponsored by Harris County Precinct 4 and Safe Routes Texas.
Organized by Lazybrook/Timbergrove/Super Neighborhood 14.

Fall Volunteer Orientation
2022-09-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Indiangrass Preserve – Coastal Prairie Conservancy, 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, TX, 77484, United States
This is a great training opportunity for new and current volunteers alike. Come to learn about the Coastal Prairie Conservancy’s latest news, updates on our preserves, history of the Katy Prairie, ecology of the coastal prairie, and important information on all of our current volunteer opportunities. This will also be a great opportunity to meet fellow volunteers and help to host new volunteers!
Event Contact: info@coastalprairieconservancy.org

Unplugged Adventure: Ranger Treks on the Prairie
2022-09-10 11:30 - 12:30 | Indiangrass Preserve – Coastal Prairie Conservancy, 31975 Hebert Road, Waller, TX, 77484, United States
Join us for our monthly nature hike on the Katy Prairie! This month’s theme is “Nature Detectives.” Enjoy a guided hike through the prairie, exploring different areas each month. Observe and learn about wildflowers, insects, and birds. Finish with pond dip-netting at the prairie potholes. All ages are welcome. We’ll start with a brief overview and safety talk.
Please wear outdoor clothing including sun/insect protection and close-toed shoes (high socks/boots preferred). Please also bring a water bottle. Binoculars and cameras are welcome. Rain or shine! No registration needed.
Event Contact: info@coastalprairieconservancy.org

Houston Community Climate Summit
2022-09-10 09:00 - 16:00 | The Rice University Glasscock School for Continuing Studies, 6100 Main St, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
This event is to support collaboration between frontline community members, community leaders, organizers, activists, and environmental advocacy professionals to share resources, learn about neighborhood-specific issues, identify sustainability strategies, support each other’s existing initiatives, and create a shared vision and action plans toward both short and long term goals to protect the health of Houston communities.
Event contact: Paige Powell | paige.powell@cechouston.org

2nd Saturday Habitat Work Day
2022-09-10 07:30 - 10:30 | Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, 10750 Pleasanton Road TX, San Antonio, TX, 78221, United States
Join us and other members of the community to help our habitat. We depend on our amazing volunteers to help manage our gardens and habitat. This can involve trail maintenance, removal of invasive species, and planting native plants for birds and butterflies depending on the tasks of the day. All training provided.
Groups are welcome! All children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult.  SAWS Watersaver Rewards eligible.
Note: This event is hosted by Audubon Texas (affiliate of Audubon Foundation of Texas). Please direct all inquiries to mlac@audubon.org.

Marsh Mania
2022-06-18 | TX
Plant marsh grass at Galveston Bay Foundation’s most popular hands-on conservation event of the year! You will help restore marsh, and enjoy lunch and giveaways. All participants must pre-register. Space is limited.

Saturday Morning Bird Walk at the Heard Natural Science Museum and Sanctuary
2022-06-11 08:00 - 09:30 | Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Second Saturday Bird Walks in the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary are offered by Prairie & Timbers Audubon Society (PTAS) members. These bird walks are intended to help beginning and intermediate birders with bird spotting and identification techniques. There are also plenty of opportunities provided for participants to ask questions from experienced birders. Prairie, woodland, and wetland habitats are included in these walks.

Just show up. Send questions to aftpresident@gmail.com

Inaugural Houston Oyster & SeaFest
2022-06-04 11:00 - 16:00 | Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
The Galveston Bay Foundation will host its inaugural Houston Oyster & SeaFest sponsored by Coca-Cola benefitting the foundation’s Oyster Shell Recycling Program. Guests will enjoy a variety of menu items including cooked oyster bites and signature seafood dishes from several of Houston’s hottest restaurants, beer, wine and vodka bars, live music, educational exhibits and more! Ticket prices range from $35 for a regular ticket to $150 for a VIP experience.

4th Annual National Trails Day Fun Run on the VCT
2022-06-04 08:00 - 12:00 | The Violet Crown Trail Dick Nichols Park, 8011 Beckett, Austin, TX, 78749, United States
Join Hill Country Conservancy for our fourth annual fun run on National Trails Day! National Trails Day is a nationwide event held to encourage people to discover their local trails and celebrate spending time outdoors, and what better way to celebrate than enjoying the Violet Crown Trail.
You can choose between a 5k or 1mi route. Both routes begin at Dick Nichols Park in South Austin. The 5k route follows the Violet Crown Trail to the Dick Nichols Trailhead at Latta Drive and the Deer Park Trailhead at Davis Lane. The route highlights the interconnectivity of the trail between neighborhoods, peaceful wooded areas, convenient urban amenities, and neighborhood parks.
After the run, stick around and celebrate with us at the finish line party! We’ll have tacos and coffee and live music by Will Dupuy.
Your registration fee directly supports Hill Country Conservancy and the Violet Crown Trail you love.
Plus, you’ll receive:

A quality Dri-fit Fun Run shirt provided by Georgetown Shirt Co.
A link to the route on Strava
A fun run bib & some fun goodies
A chance to win some great outdoor gear from REI!

Snap a picture of you at the finish line and tag Hill Country Conservancy for a chance to win the REI gear! Be sure to use the hashtag #NTDontheVCT!
We’ll see you on the trail!

SPARK Parks are Blooming! (Wharton K-8 Dual Language)
2022-05-27 09:00 - 10:00 | Wharton K-8 Dual Language, 900 West Gray St., Houston, TX, 77019, United States
Join us for our celebration of new and improved SPARK Parks!
For more information, call (832) 393-0911 or email kathleen@sparkpark.org
Friday, May 27
9:00 AM
Wharton K-8 Dual Language
Houston ISD
900 West Gray St. 77019
