Trees
Posted on Friday, March 17, 2006
Purpose: To protect and restore the richness and diversity of our waterways through activism, advocacy, collaboration and education. BPA monitors water quality, plans clean-ups for bayous, restores habitat, reviews permit application and sponsors seminars on flood reduction.
3201 Allen Parkway, Suite 200
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 529-6443/fax: (713) 529-6481
sroman@bayoupreservation.org
Purpose: Preserves approximately 400 acres of hardwood uplands, high quality tidal marsh, and freshwater wetlands. Natural habitat for over 300 species of resident and neotropical migrant birds. Excellent for both fishing and bird watching. Surrounded by Burnett, Crystal and Scott Bays. Excellent view of San Jacinto Monument. (more…)
Purpose: To promote an understanding and appreciation of reptiles and amphibians among the general public. To encourage captive breeding.
P.O. Box 141
Katy, Texas 77492-0141
(713) 934-7668
clint@texassnakes.net
www.eths.org
Purpose: Care and rehabilitation of wildlife, public education concerning wildlife, and promoting the co-existence of wildlife and humans through education.
(HEART)
Purpose: To work for the preservation of endangered turtles and to be involved in the international project to save Kemp’s Ridley Turtle. HEART is an affiliate of the Sea Turtle Restoration Project – Texas.
Purpose: The Hermann Park Conservancy is a citizens’ organization dedicated to the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park, today and for generations to come.
Purpose: To provide nature education to people of all ages and to act as a haven and sanctuary for native plants and animals.
4501 Woodway Drive
Houston, Texas 77024
(713) 681-8433/Fax: (713) 681-1191
arbor@houstonarboretum.org
Purpose: Promote the conservation and appreciation of birds and wildlife habitat.
440 Wilchester Boulevard
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 932-1639/Fax: (713) 461-2911
info@houstonaudubon.org
Mission Statement: To provide a fun unique and inspirational experience fostering appreciation, knowledge, and care for the natural world.
Purpose: To preserve a sustainable portion of the Katy Prairie for the benefit of its wildlife and all Texans forever.
Purpose: To establish and maintain a versatile botanical facility for Houston and the greater Gulf Coast region, serving the general public, the horticulture industry, and the scientific community. Publication: Quarterly newsletter, Parkscape, published by Harris County Precinct 4 Parks. Programs: Various education programs offered throughout the year focused on gardening and plant related topics.
Purpose: To cooperate in the enjoyment and study of nature; to further conservation of natural resources and foster interest in them, and to work toward the establishment and maintenance of natural sanctuaries and preserves.
Purpose: A nonprofit organization for people interested in nature and dedicated to the study and protection of the environment.
Purpose: To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
Purpose: Dedicated to the orderly and organized planting of street trees along residential and commercial thoroughfares in Houston.