Armand Bayou Nature Center

For individuals who would like to explore the ponds during the cooler months. Compare macroscopic and microscopic specimens, basic identification, collection and recording techniques and classroom activities. This class will provide you with 2 SBEC hours.

This class will take you through life in the 1895 era at the Martyn Farm and Hanson House. By comparing and contrasting a day in the life of a family in the 1890's and a family in the 2000's we can ask important questions about the direction of our current society and stewardship of the environment. Some topic areas discussed are: organizing tasks and chores, education, communication among others, entertainment, recreation and holidays, healthcare, religion, justice and legislation. TEKS correlated 3-5th grades. Call Heather or Shauna for reservations at 281-474-2551x14 or x13.

Everyone is concerned about what they will find in the wild and this helps you to identify some of the most common animals and plants in our area that might be hazardous. A compliment to any outdoor activities. Call Heather for reservations 281-474-2551x14.

Learn the basics of what makes an insect an insect and take a peek into the largest group of animals on earth. Play games, construct your own insects, do field collection and identification and view specimens. Heather for reservations 281-474-2551x14

Receive interpretation training for elementary students while "getting into nature" with hands on lessons in the three ecosystems, (prairie, forest, and wetlands), here at ABNC. Curriculum guide and 3 SBEC hours daily. Volunteer docent commitment is requested following training. This training is with a "pilot class" for those who took the training previously or would like to "buddy." Call Heather 281-474-2551x14

Water Educator Training FACILITATOR TRAINING At Armand Bayou Nature Center in the Pole Barn. Become a certified trainer for WET in the City programs. Previous WET training for educators is recommended. You will receive 12 hours of SBEC and TEEAC credit plus TEKS correlated curriculum guide and CD-Rom with your completion of training. Questions and to register, call Lanese at 713-520-1936

Or for those of you whooo have never dissected an owl pellet or would like a refresher. Demonstration of raptor species, adaptations, general information, actual dissection. This class will provide you with materials to support your lab. 3 hours of SBEC credit in environmental science/birds upon completion. Call Heather 281-474-2551x14 for reservations.