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Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center » Environmental Resource Guide

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Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center

Work 20634 Kenswick Drive Humble TX 77338 Work Phone: (281) 446-8588 Website: Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center Website

Mission

Purpose: A 312-acre, Harris County Precinct 4 nature park dedicated to environmental and natural history, education, wildlife conservation, and passive recreation. It opened in 1982.

Programs: Wide variety of weekday tours and free weekend educational programs, ranging from the lifestyles and customs of local early settlers to the environmental benefits of nature. Teacher workshops and training programs are offered as well.

Major Events: Arbor Day Celebration – 3rd weekend in January; Homestead Heritage Day – 2nd Saturday in February; NatureFest – 1st Saturday in March; Pioneer Day – 2nd Saturday in November

Children’s Activities: Wide variety throughout the year, including Summer Nature Camp, Tadpoles Club, and scout programs. Playground with separate toddler section. Field trips are available to the park for your class or student group.

Volunteer Opportunities: Trail guides, invasive plant removal, trail maintenance, greenhouse help, office aide.

Publications: Bi-annually the Update – Harris County Precinct 4 Parks.

Darlene Conley Hostetler, Director
dconley@hcp4.net

Joe Stinebaker, Media Contact

Richard Almeida, Outreach Coordinator

Notes

Programs: Wide variety of weekday tours and free weekend educational programs, ranging from the lifestyles and customs of local early settlers to the environmental benefits of nature. Teacher workshops and training programs are offered as well.

Major Events: Arbor Day Celebration – 3rd weekend in January; Homestead Heritage Day – 2nd Saturday in February; NatureFest – 1st Saturday in March; Pioneer Day – 2nd Saturday in November

Children’s Activities: Wide variety throughout the year, including Summer Nature Camp, Tadpoles Club, and scout programs. Playground with separate toddler section. Field trips are available to the park for your class or student group.

Volunteer Opportunities: Trail guides, invasive plant removal, trail maintenance, greenhouse help, office aide.

Publications: Bi-annually the Update – Harris County Precinct 4 Parks.

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