My mother early on taught us to respect all animals, and I mean all animals – not just cats and dogs but rats and snakes and spiders and fish and wildlife; so I really grew up believing they are just like us and just as deserving of consideration.
— Joanna Lumley
Texas Master Naturalist Program
The Texas Master Naturalist Program’s mission is to develop a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities for the State of Texas.
junior Texas Master Naturalist Program
The Junior Texas Master Naturalist is for students between the ages of 9 and 13. The Heartwood Chapter has a new Junior Master Naturalist class each fall. Classes take place one Saturday each month, typically starting in September and ending in June. Classes are held on Saturdays from 9-11 a.m., plus optional volunteer service to 12:30 p.m. A parent or guardian must attend each session with their child.
The classes are held at different locations around north Harris, Montgomery, and Walker counties so students can visit some of our local nature centers and parks while learning from environmental educators who are experts in their field.
Completion of the Junior Master Naturalist Program requires 10 hours of initial training and 6 hours of volunteer services.
SWCHR
The Southwestern Center for Herpetological Research (SWCHR) is dedicated to promoting the education of the Association’s members and the education of the general public relating to the natural history, biology, taxonomy, conservation and preservation needs, field studies, and captive propagation of the herpetofauna indigenous to the American Southwest. In addition to our promotion of herpetological education, our directors and members are firm supporters of Citizen Science and believe that amateur herpetologists and hobbyists have much to offer the academic world of science. To this end, SWCHR offers various grants and awards each year to students, researchers and citizen scientists around the country. Even if your interest in herpetology focuses only on photographing these fascinating creatures, SWCHR welcomes you.
Snakes of The Woodlands
Welcome to Snakes of The Woodlands. A group dedicated to the better understanding of snakes found within the Woodlands, Texas. This group provides a great opportunity to learn, inspire and empower the people within our community about our local snakes. It creates awareness that values, appreciates and conserves nature as well as these important animals and their vital role in our ecosystem.
Knowledge is key and our goal is to provide accurate information regarding the snakes found specifically in our community; from proper identification and education to helping with questions and concerns. We take pride in protecting the snakes while keeping you and your family safe.