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May's Rising Leaders Lunch and Learn covers the diverse range of wildlife that rely on the Bayou Greenways. April and May are great months to see migratory birds in Houston, and it’s also the earliest we get to see our local bat colonies dramatically emerge at dusk. Learn more about the wildlife you might expect to see on the Bayou Greenways this summer from HPB Board Member and bat expert, Cullen Geiselman. Dr. Geiselman holds a Doctorate in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Columbia University. Her research focuses on seed dispersal and pollination by bats. She’ll be joined by HPB Conservation Technician, Patrick Kelleher, who will provide tips on where and when to spot wildlife on the bayous! 

Virtual Lunch and Learn: Wildlife on the Bayous

Are you ready, Agent? Visit all three of Houston Parks Board’s Agents of Discovery missions and discover nature nearby! We currently have missions live at Confluence, the newest Bayou Greenways mural created by Ink Dwell studios, and on Sims Bayou Greenway at South Post Oak Rd and Simsbrook Drive. Download the FREE app onto your smart device, select a mission near you on the app, and walk along the mission’s trail to unlock and complete challenges along the way.

Please follow all local health advisories and CDC social distancing guidelines when completing these missions.

The Sims Bayou Greenway Mission is located at the corner of South Post Oak Rd and Simsbrook Drive. You’ll find a small parking lot there located on the northeast side of the S Post Oak Rd bridge over Sims Bayou. Begin your mission to explore this parklet and learn about the critters you might see in the spring!  The METRO bus route 49 follows S Post Oak Rd and stop #79 at Heatherbrook Drive is just across the street from the mission.

There are two ways to explore Confluence:

The Confluence mural mission is located at the convergence of White Oak and Buffalo Bayous near Johnny Goyen Park downtown. To play, download the app, visit the mural, and select the “Confluence Mural Mission.” Johnny Goyen Park is located at 1 Milam St., Houston, TX 77002. On-street, metered parking and several off-street lots are available during the day downtown. You can park up to 3 hours and after that, you need to move your car. Meters are FREE after 6 pm Monday-Saturday and all day Sunday. Pay-by-phone and search for spots on Parkmobile. The METRO bus route 85 follows Washington Ave, with stop #9206 at Congress just a quick walk away. The red train has an exit at UH-Downtown, which overlooks Johnny Goyen Park and Confluence.

Confluence at Home Triggers.zip

The Confluence at home mission can be played anywhere! To get started, download the app, select “Confluence at Home,” and scan the images below when prompted to unlock each of the challenges. Print the bird images below and place them around your backyard or home to get a taste of bird watching! No printer? You can scan the images directly from this webpage or download them here. Unlock your challenges to start learning about our local birds and the visiting birds who migrate through Houston.

Find upcoming park activities and fun things to do in Houston on our events calendar.

Events Calendar for Park Activities in Houston

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Join the young professionals of Buffalo Bayou Partnership, Houston Audubon, and Houston Parks Board for an evening of trivia celebrating the new Confluence mural by Ink Dwell. Special prize packs will be given to the top 3 winners. Register today!

Are you ready, Agent? Visit all three of Houston Parks Board’s Agents of Discovery missions and discover nature nearby! We currently have missions live at River Oaks Park, Sims Bayou Greenway, and the Park at Palm Center in OST/South Union. Download the FREE app onto your smart device, select a mission near you on the app, and walk along the mission’s trail to unlock and complete challenges along the way.

Please follow all local health advisories and CDC social distancing guidelines when completing these missions.

River Oaks Park is located at 3600 Locke Ln, Houston, TX 77027. Lovingly known as Pumpkin Park, River Oaks Park was established in 1938 on five acres in the River Oaks subdivision. Houston Parks Board and Friends of River Oaks Park are working on a renovation that will include updates to the park’s historic community center. Play the mission to enjoy a stroll through this beautiful, shady park and discover the magic that keeps families coming back to River Oaks Park. The METRO bus route 82 follows Westheimer Rd. and will drop off immediately south of River Oaks Park at Edloe St. at stop #5647 or 5663.  

The Sims Bayou Greenway mission is located at the corner of South Post Oak Rd and Simsbrook Drive. You’ll find a small parking lot there located on the northeast side of the S Post Oak Rd bridge over Sims Bayou. Begin your mission to explore this parklet and learn about the critters you might see in the spring!  The METRO bus route 49 follows S Post Oak Rd and stop #79 at Heatherbrook Drive is just across the street from the mission. 

Park at Palm Center is located at 5400 Griggs Rd, Houston, TX 77021 at the corner of Griggs and Beekman Rd. The METRO bus stop at Griggs Rd and Beekman (stop ID: 3571) and the Palm Center Transit Center are directly adjacent to the park. In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., families can explore the park to uncover the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Houston and across the world. This park is also the gateway to the OST/South Union Greenway, and agents will learn more about this new trail thanks to the research and support from the OST/South Union Parks Project team

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Thursday, March 25, 2021 - Noon - 1:00 PM

March's Rising Leaders Lunch and Learn covers how to show up, lead, and make change for good across Houston. Guest speaker Maria Montes, City of Houston's Director of Boards and Commissions, will discuss her experience and advice on how to get more engaged in your community. We will also be joined by Brooke Parkinson, Director of Volunteer Houston, who will share current volunteer trends and opportunities around the city.

Virtual Lunch and Learn: Civic Engagement and Leadership

Events Calendar

Virtual Lunch and Learn: Wildlife on the Bayous

Agents of Discovery Missions

Past Events

Confluence Trivia Night

Agents of Discovery Missions

Virtual Lunch and Learn: Civic Engagement and Leadership