Bayou Greenways Conservation Academy is a low-cost adult education program focused on volunteering and conservation.  

Participants will explore different Houston bayous, learn more about local flora and fauna, and build community—all outdoors! 

This year’s class is full and registration is now closed.

Join the waitlist and be the first to know when registration for 2027 opens!

TENTATIVE FALL 2026 SCHEDULE

September 26 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 
Orientation & Habitats 
Location: HPB Main Office / Thomas Bell Foster Park 
Orientation attendance is required to participate in the rest of the program. 

October 3 | 9:00 AM – Noon 
Plant Propagation 
Location: Coolgreen Nursery 

October 17 | 9:00 AM – Noon 
Wildlife & INat 
Location: Hill at Sims 

October 24 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM 
Bat Emergence 
Location: White Oak Bayou 
Optional evening program 

November 7 | 9:00 AM – Noon 
Parks By You 
Location: Coolgreen 

December 6 | 11:00 AM 
Graduation 
Location: TBD 

For questions, please contact volunteer@houstonparksboard.org. 

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