Title: 2012 Adopt-a-Beach-Event
Location: Scenic Galveston’s Preserves
Description: What? SCENIC GALVESTON’s 24th AAB-E cleaning participation! Saturday
April 28, let’s do it again! Thanks to you who have stepped “through and into the Tide” for
years to clean tons of debris and invasive species from SG’s preserves.
Registration required between 8 and 9 – into the field from 9 to 12. Teams return by 12:30 to
the Pavillion for custom lunches, RSVP required, with update on SG’s habitat conservation
work, site reports, and the day’s bird observation count. Team efforts produce an invigorating
day in spectacular scenic marshes and prairies, and on two bay shorelines!
Where? Take Exit 6 off I-45 just south of Bayou Vista to service road, then 1st right to park in
SG’s Reitan Point event site with its landmark Pavillion in the John M. O’Quinn I-45 Scenic
Estuarial Corridor’s West Marsh. No parking in ROW. Shuttles take teams to cleaning sites in
the I-45 Corridor Preserve or Virginia Point Peninsula Preserve. Briefing gives volunteers
their choice of various sites—“hard-to-easy” wetlands, to bay shores or prairies.
Dress? Jeans for protection, caps/hats, sunglasses, lace tennis (or mud boots) as some
must cross channels to work in wetlands – no flip flops allowed. Cameras/binoculars urged
for scenery and birds. After lunch breakdown, volunteers invited to view magnificent
marshes, kayak, canoe, “bird”, fish, and photograph until sunset.
Supplies? SG provides restrooms, washing facilities, water bottles, litter bags, gloves,
repellent, suntan lotion, midmorning fruit, cold drinks with lunch, souvenirs and tons of fun.
Join SG! Enjoy conservation work and the splendid outdoors in “your parklands” every day!
RSVP attendance – 979-234-2096 or 409-789-4996, evangelinewhorton@yahoo.com
Start Time: 08:00
Date: 2012-04-28

Title: Champion Lake Earth Day Event
Location: Champion Lake is located at the end of CR 417, two miles east of FM 1409 in southern Liberty County
Link out: Click here
Description: Contact person – Stuart Marcus – Refuge Manager 936/336-9786

Champion Lake Earth Day Event

In commemoration of Earth Day 2012, Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge
along with the Friends of Trinity River Refuge, will host an afternoon of
outdoor activities at the Champion Lake Public Use Area. The fun-filled
afternoon is on Saturday, April 21 from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm. Activities
will include refuge boat tours, canoeing, kayaking, bird and butterfly
viewing, walking the levee trail, dip netting and fishing lessons in the
lake for the kids, and a “Wildlife Experience.” Champion Lake is located
at the end of CR 417, two miles east of FM 1409 in southern Liberty County.
This is approximately 10 miles south of Dayton, TX from Hwy 90 or about six
miles north of I-10 at the Cove exit (FM 565). Admission is free. Call
the refuge office at 936/336-9786 for more information. You may want to
bring a lawn chair as seating is limited.
Start Time: 11:00
Date: 2012-04-21
End Time: 14:00

Title: Houston Zoo’s Earth Day
Location: Houston Zoo
Link out: Click here
Description: It’s a Party for the Planet and you’re invited to go green on April 21 and 22 during The Houston Zoo’s Earth Day celebration! Join us from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day for entertainment with a “green theme.” Learn what you can do to conserve our natural resources and preserve the world’s wild places for future generations.
The Houston Zoo’s Earth Day celebration is fun for the whole family. Explore the Houston Zoo on a self-guided Earth Day Scavenger Hunt to learn more about some of the endangered species that call the Zoo home and enjoy our “green themed” activities. After completing the Scavenger Hunt make sure to pick up your prize (while supplies last).
While you’re here you can also test your green knowledge as you make environmentally-smart choices and find your way to the end of the Mother Earth Maze. Put your skill and imagination to work at the Re-Usable Mural, and see how fast you are when you Race to Recycle! Plus enjoy fun and informative Meet the Keeper Talks featuring information about animal conservation and intriguing animal enrichment activities. See the complete list of The Houston Zoo’s Earth Day activities below.
The Houston Zoo’s Earth Day celebration is generously sponsored by Orkin and Fiesta.

Earth Day Activities Schedule

Earth Day DJ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Reflection Pool
Mother Earth Maze 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Okapi Lawn
Coloring Mural 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Reflection Pool
Earth Day
Scavenger Hunt 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Throughout the Zoo
Race to Recycle 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Reflection Pool

Meet the Keeper Talks

10 a.m. Asian Elephant Bath McNair Asian Elephant Habitat

10:30 a.m. Fruit Bat Feeding McGovern Children’s Zoo Bat Cave
Piranha Feeding Natural Encounters Building
Story Safari Butterfly Pavilion
11 a.m. Bats Natural Encounters Building
Sea Lions McGovern Mammal Marina
Story Safari Butterfly Pavilion
11:30 a.m. Lions Big Cat Window

12 p.m. Orangutans Wortham World of Primates
12:30 p.m. Zooper Challenge Butterfly Pavilion
Chimpanzees African Forest
1 p.m. Red Panda Red Panda Exhibit
1:30 p.m. Asian Elephants McNair Asian Elephant Habitat

2 p.m. Aquarium Kipp Aquarium
Birds Tropical Bird House

2:30 p.m. Cheetah Lothel-Butter Cheetah Exhibit
Sea Lions McGovern Mammal Marina
3 p.m. Coastal Pool Feeding McGovern Children’s Zoo
Discovery Cart Werler Lawn

Start Date: 2012-04-21
Start Time: 09:00
End Date: 2012-04-22
End Time: 15:00

Title: Earth Day Concert in Sugar Land
Location: Oyster Creek Park, 4033 State Highway 6 South
Link out: Click here
Description: Performance: Earth Day Zydeco, Motown, R&B, Blues

Sugar Land, TX ­- Do a little dance and boogie on down to Sugar Land’s Concerts in the Park every Sunday, April 15 through May 13, from 5-7 p.m., at Oyster Creek Park, 4033 State Highway 6 South. The final concert will be held on May 20 at Eldridge Park, 2511 Eldridge Road. The series will present a variety of themes and musical genres, and each concert will include several family-oriented activities and other entertainment.

Children’s activities will include a caricature artist, funny clown performances, magic acts and tattoo spray station. In addition, each Sunday will include various interactive activities such as a petting zoo, a mechanical bull, a rock wall, craft areas, sample massages, a Catch the Moment photo station or a classic car showcase. There will also be walk-around performers such as a rope trick artist, Ben the Recycle Man, giant puppets or an Elvis impersonator to coincide with the theme of each event. Concerts in the Park will also celebrate well known local events such as Jackson Pollock at the Park on April 29 and Lemonade Day Houston on May 6.

Onsite refreshments will be available for purchase from the First Colony Lions Club.

Start Time: 17:00
Date: 2012-04-22
End Time: 19:00

Title: Earth Day 2012 – Blessed Earth
Location: All over
Link out: Click here
Description: “Make Earth Day a Church Day”
April 22, 2012

Tune in to the live broadcast of the events below. Or, on Sunday evening, gather together to view highlights of Blessed Earth’s National Cathedral events (available mid-afternoon) as a congregation or with a small group.

8:45 – Worship Service at the National Cathedral
10:15 – Forum
11:15 – Second Worship Service at the National Cathedral
1:00 – Luncheon Honoring Wendell Berry
Time TBD – Matthew Sleeth to speak live for the Earth Day Network on the Washington Mall
Start Time: 08:45
Date: 2012-04-22

Title: Spring Fling – Earth Day Celebration
Location: Nature Discovery Center
Link out: Click here
Description: Come to celebrate Earth Day at the Nature Discovery Center. This FREE family event has something for everyone: children’s crafts and activities, nature walks, environmental exhibitors, and music on the front porch. Inside the house visitors may browse a Spring Gift Market. The Bellaire Garden Club’s annual Spring Plant Sale takes place out back under the pavilions from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m
Start Time: 10:00
Date: 2012-04-14
End Time: 15:00

Title: “E-Waste” Recycling Event
Location: Toshiba International Corporation, 13131 W. Little York Road, Houston, TX 77041
Link out: Click here
Description: Toshiba Celebrates Earth Day with its 3rd annual FREE “E-Waste” Recycling Event on Wednesday, April 18th

Bring your used electronics to Toshiba to be recycled and receive a
free Toshiba gift!

WHAT: In honor of Earth Day and as part of its ongoing commitment to environmental
sustainability and giving back to its local community, Toshiba International
Corporation (TIC) will hold its 3rd annual free “e-waste” electronics recycling event at its
Houston headquarters.
Members of the community may bring in used electronic items to dispose of safely.
Start Time: 10:00
Date: 2012-04-18
End Time: 16:00

Title: HANC Hike the Arboretum for Earth Day – Let’s G.O. (Get Outside)
Location: Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Link out: Click here
Description: The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is encouraging families to Get Outside for Earth Day with free activities including a hike along an Arboretum trail, Animal Activity Challenge stations, and more on Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Families are encouraged to hike along the Arboretum’s Outer Loop trail which will feature “Animal Activity Challenge” stations where visitors can learn about animals of the Houston area and how they move.

Staff from REI’s Houston store will be onsite from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a demonstration campsite and information on opportunities for outdoor family recreation.

Arboretum memberships will be discounted for the day and those joining will receive discount coupons to local museums and attractions.
Family Membership: $70 $50; Couple Membership: $50 $35; Individual: $35 $25
Senior/Student: $30 $20

The hike will end at the Arboretum’s building where visitors can shop at a Native plant sale. Refreshments, including will also be available for purchase.
Admission to the Earth Day Celebration is free.

For more information, call 713-681-8433.
Start Time: 10:00
Date: 2012-04-14
End Time: 16:00

Title: Basic Organics Class
Location: Georgia’s Market West Houston
Link out: Click here
Description: Earth Day weekend topic on Basic Organics is given by Mike Serant of San Jacinto Environmental Supplies. Mike steps you through the organic path. Break for lunch and stay around for Greener Yards…

The class will break at lunch, and all attendees will receive complimentary tea service and ½ Off Georgia’s Full Lunch Feast.
Start Time: 10:00
Date: 2012-04-21
End Time: 11:00

Title: Bayou Land Conservancy’s BioBlitz for Beginners
Location: Spring Creek Greenway Nature Center, 1300 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring, TX 77386
Link out: Click here
Description: Celebrate Earth Day by joining Bayou Land Conservancy expert biologists
and naturalists to learn how to identify the plants and animals of the
Houston area. Â You’ll be teamed up with a botanist to seek out
wildflowers and unique tree species, or join an ornithologist to learn
how to identify local birds by sight and sound.  Whatever your interest,
Bayou Land Conservancy will have a specialist to show you the wonders of
our wild places.

RSVP Required.
281-576-1634 or e-mail info@bayouland.org
A suggested donation of $5 at site appreciated
www.bayoulandconservancy.org
Start Time: 09:00
Date: 2012-04-21
End Time: 11:30