Lunch and Learn: The Buzz About Bees

Architecture Center Houston 902 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, United States

Most people think “honeybee” when they hear the word “bee”, but did you know that honeybees are not native to North America? In fact, they are only one among nearly 4,000 bee species on this continent and Texas alone has nearly 800 species of native bees!

$5 – $25

Pollinator Walks Along Buffalo Bayou

LOST LAKE 3422 Allen Parkway, Houston, United States

Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other creatures transfer pollen among flowers, enabling the incredible diversity of plants on our planet to flower and fruit. Dr. Gabriela Sosa, BBP’s Conservation Manager, and a representative from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, will lead you on a walk to identify those native plants and flowers that attract the necessary pollinators that the Buffalo Bayou ecosystem relies on.

Lunch and Learn: Gardening for Bees and Pollinators

Architecture Center Houston 902 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, United States

Pollinators such as bees and monarch butterflies are under threat. One of the ways to you can help is by planting a pollinator garden.  Paul Winski, Horticulture Agent of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, will show you the steps needed to create a bee-friendly habitat in your own backyard.

$5 – $25

Pollinator Walks Along Buffalo Bayou

LOST LAKE 3422 Allen Parkway, Houston, United States

Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other creatures transfer pollen among flowers, enabling the incredible diversity of plants on our planet to flower and fruit. Dr. Gabriela Sosa, BBP’s Conservation Manager, and a representative from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, will lead you on a walk to identify those native plants and flowers that attract the necessary pollinators that the Buffalo Bayou ecosystem relies on.

Busy Bees on Buffalo Bayou

Buffalo Bend Nature Park 2300 S/Sgt. Macario Garcia Dr., Houston, TX, United States

Did you know there are about 35,000 honeybees in a hive?  Get up close and watch bees in action through an observatory beehive.  Learn the role of bees in a colony, how honey is made, the life span of a bee, and so much more!  Robby Robinson, BBP’s Field Operations Manager, who has nearly 50 years of experience beekeeping, will share his knowledge about raising bees along Buffalo Bayou.

Busy Bees on Buffalo Bayou

Buffalo Bend Nature Park 2300 S/Sgt. Macario Garcia Dr., Houston, TX, United States

Did you know there are about 35,000 honeybees in a hive?  Get up close and watch bees in action through an observatory beehive.  Learn the role of bees in a colony, how honey is made, the life span of a bee, and so much more!  Robby Robinson, BBP’s Field Operations Manager, who has nearly 50 years of experience beekeeping, will share his knowledge about raising bees along Buffalo Bayou.

Lunch and Learn: Beekeeping 101

Architecture Center Houston 902 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, United States

Interested in beekeeping, but need some information to get started? Shannon Dietz with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will show you the way. You’ll learn the basics of beekeeping including gear and tools needed, beehive components, and harvesting honey.

$5 – $25

Screening: Bee Movie

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“Bee” one with nature and bring the whole family to help us celebrate National Honeybee Day at Buffalo Bayou Park. We’ll “bee-gin” the free festivities with bee-friendly crafts for kids, an observatory beehive to watch bees in action and a pop-up bee-inspired market. Tunes by a DJ will provide the perfect backdrop to do your “bee waggle” dance.

As the night falls, settle in for the screening of Bee Movie, the story of Barry the Bee who ventures outside of the hive for the first time and discovers a whole new world.

Books on the Bayou / Libros sobre el Bayou

BARBARA FISH DANIEL NATURE PLAY AREA 105 Sabine St, Houston, TX, United States

Join us for a fun, free story time event for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (best for 6 months – 4 years) and their parents/caregivers! There will be silly stories, rhymes, and songs, with a chance to check out books at Houston Public Library’s Mobile Express.

¡Únase a nosotros para un evento divertido y gratuito a la hora del cuento para bebés, niños pequeños y preescolares (mejor para 6 meses a 4 años) y sus padres / cuidadores! Habrá historias, rimas y canciones, con la oportunidad de ver libros en el Mobile Express de la Biblioteca Pública de Houston.

Birding Walk at Buffalo Bend Nature Park

YOLANDA BLACK NAVARRO BUFFALO BEND NATURE PARK

Discover the diversity of birdlife with a guided walking tour along Buffalo Bayou at Yolanda Black Navarro Buffalo Bend Nature Park (2300 S. Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive). Expert guides...

$5

Bird’s Eye View Boat Tour

ALLEN’S LANDING 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, United States

Climb aboard our pontoon boat tour for a unique and immersive experience observing birds in their natural habitat along Buffalo Bayou. Birding guides will take you on an informative,...

$35

Lunch & Learn: Why Birds Migrate

THE WATER WORKS 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, United States

Join us during your lunch hour to learn all about birds in your neighborhood, how to identify them, and ways to provide a safe environment for a variety of...

$10

Birding Walk at Buffalo Bayou Park

JACKSON HILL BRIDGE

Discover the diversity of birdlife with a guided walking tour along Buffalo Bayou. Expert guides will help you spot and identify a variety of species and share fascinating insights...

$5

Film Series: Birders: The Central Park Effect

THE WATER WORKS 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, United States

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and settle in for an outdoor film series that celebrates the wonder of birding. Selected films inspire and entertain birders and nature enthusiasts...

Free

Birding Walk at Tony Marron Park

TONY MARRON PARK 808 N. York Street, Houston, Texas

Discover the diversity of birdlife with a guided walking tour along Buffalo Bayou at Tony Marron Park (808 N. York Street). Expert guides will help you spot and identify...

$5

Books on the Bayou / Libros sobre el Bayou

BARBARA FISH DANIEL NATURE PLAY AREA 105 Sabine St, Houston, TX, United States

Join us for a fun, free story time event for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (best for 6 months – 4 years) and their parents/caregivers! There will be silly stories, rhymes, and songs, with a chance to check out books at Houston Public Library’s Mobile Express.

¡Únase a nosotros para un evento divertido y gratuito a la hora del cuento para bebés, niños pequeños y preescolares (mejor para 6 meses a 4 años) y sus padres / cuidadores! Habrá historias, rimas y canciones, con la oportunidad de ver libros en el Mobile Express de la Biblioteca Pública de Houston.

Bird’s Eye View Boat Tour

ALLEN’S LANDING 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, United States

Climb aboard our pontoon boat tour for a unique and immersive experience observing birds in their natural habitat along Buffalo Bayou. Birding guides will take you on an informative,...

$35

Lunch & Learn: Bird-Friendly Spaces

THE WATER WORKS 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, United States

Join us during your lunch hour to learn all about birds in your neighborhood, how to identify them, and ways to provide a safe environment for a variety of...

$10

Film Series: The Birds

THE WATER WORKS 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, United States

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and settle in for an outdoor film series that celebrates the wonder of birding. Selected films inspire and entertain birders and nature enthusiasts...

Free

Birding Walk at Buffalo Bend Nature Park

YOLANDA BLACK NAVARRO BUFFALO BEND NATURE PARK

Discover the diversity of birdlife with a guided walking tour along Buffalo Bayou at Yolanda Black Navarro Buffalo Bend Nature Park (2300 S. Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive). Expert guides...

$5

Birding Walk at Buffalo Bayou Park

THE WATER WORKS 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, United States

Discover the diversity of birdlife with a guided walking tour along Buffalo Bayou. Expert guides will help you spot and identify a variety of species and share fascinating insights...

$5

Film Series: Rio

THE WATER WORKS 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, United States

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and settle in for an outdoor film series that celebrates the wonder of birding. Selected films inspire and entertain birders and nature enthusiasts...

Free

Birding Walk at Tony Marron Park

TONY MARRON PARK 808 N. York Street, Houston, Texas

Discover the diversity of birdlife with a guided walking tour along Buffalo Bayou at Tony Marron Park (808 N. York Street). Expert guides will help you spot and identify...

$5