Graminoid Plant ID Class
A three day workshop on Graminoids (Grasses, Rushes, and Sedges) led by retired Botanist, Dr. Charles Allen, including classroom time and field trips.
Is Life a Beach for Coastal Breeding Birds?
Kiara Valentine talks about the daily reality for beach-nesting birds.
Bats in the Backyard (Online)
Join Wild Ones and experts from Bat Conservation International for an online webinar to explore how native plants, healthy insect populations, and thoughtful landscape choices can help support North America’s night flyers.
Thirsty for Knowledge Series in Folsom: It’s A Bug Eat Bug World
A free nature series by local expert Mikayla Mettler.
Wild on Tap: Bug Basics
Pint-sized lessons about Louisiana’s natural world. This week’s topic is Bug Basics led by Amanda Pennington, entomologist and forensic scientist.
Dialogues: Native Plants with Emily Stich, Baton Rouge
Learn about the benefits and beauty of native plants, and the wisdom of going native in your garden.
Composting / Cool Season Flowers, Baton Rouge
The gardening series by EBR Master Gardeners.
Haunted Hike for Kids at Bluebonnet Swamp
Kids will love learning about “creepy critters,” hunt for treasures, and enjoy the carnival activities.
Paddle on the Ouachita River
A day full of activities, featuring a morning paddle on the Ouachita River and an all-day ULM Bioblitz with nature hikes.
Intro to Hiking, Birding, Nature Photography
LDWF’s hands-on, instructor-led workshop. Introduction to hiking, birding, and nature photography.
ULM's Annual Bioblitz!
Join ULM biology students, faculty and the public for an all-day event to observe, document and identify as many life forms as possible.
Native Plant Sale & Market on Alligator Bayou
Native plant sale and market in St. Gabriel, LA.
Where to Start: Gardening with Natives, Prairieville
A native plant class for home gardeners who want to do the gardening themselves but would appreciate some local guidance along the way.
Tom Sawyer Day at Briarwood
Bi-annual volunteer day! Lunch provided. Indoor/outdoor work available.
Acadiana Native Plant Project Fall Plant Sale
The Acadiana Native Plant Project Fall Plant Sale features native plants and informal talks to inspire your connection to nature.
Louisiana Iris Bare Root Sale, New Orleans
The Greater New Orleans Iris Society’s (GNOIS) annual Louisiana iris rhizome sale.
Creepy Critters: A Family Nature Adventure at NNC
Bring the family to take a closer look at some of nature's most misunderstood creatures.
Nature Unplugged: Nature Walk & Art Experience, Abita Springs
A guided nature walk and art experience created especially for kids and their parents.
Art Adventure: Orbweaver Spiders, Greenwell Springs
Experience nature and art as one, featuring orb weaver spiders.
Fall Flower Pressing: Botanical Workshop at Hilltop Arboretum
Celebrate the beauty and color of fall through the art of botanical pressing with this two-session workshop led by botanical artist Connie McLeod.
Bugs, Bats & Bones, Shreveport
Bugs, Bats, & Bones is an evening of non-scary, FREE, family-friendly fun!
Full Moon Walk at Black Bayou Lake NWR
Enjoy a guided evening stroll on the boardwalk under the light of the Full Hunter’s Moon.
Virtual Firefly Symposium (online)
A virtual symposium all about fireflies, straight from the experts!
Bats & Brews at Hilltop Arboretum
Celebrate Bat Week with Bats & Brews, a one-of-a-kind evening of science, stewardship, and locally crafted beer at LSU Hilltop Arboretum.
Louisiana Bats, Baton Rouge Audubon
Learn about Louisiana’s native bats and explore their natural history and important ecological roles.
Sankofa Sunset Stroll Conservation Celebration, New Orleans
This evening is all about building community in the heart of nature.
Haunted Hike for Kids at Bluebonnet Swamp
Kids will love learning about “creepy critters,” hunt for treasures, and enjoy the carnival activities.
BTNEP's Paddle the Estuary: Bayou Pierre Part
An exciting 5.5-mile or 10-mile paddle along the winding Bayou Pierre Part, surrounded by lush native vegetation and vibrant wildlife. Your registration includes an event t-shirt, breakfast, lunch, and other BTNEP swag!
Halloween Art & Nature Festival
Spend Halloween in the woods with art, performances, science, strange creatures, Dungeons & Dragons, nocturnal hikes, and more!
Super Science Saturday at LSU
A free public outreach and science education event for K-12.
Basinkeeper Paddle Trip & Fish Fry, Lake Fausse Pointe State Park
Join the Atchafalaya Basinkeeper for a special paddle trip in one of the most beautiful areas of the Atchafalaya followed by a fish fry.
Junior Naturalist Sunday
Learn and explore the nature trails of Fontainebleau State Park.
Create Overwintering Habitat for Beneficial Insects, Baton Rouge
Teri Gegenheimer will share simple, beautiful, and practical ways to support beneficial insects through the colder months.
Conservation Club, Moncus Park
Volunteer to help care for and restore Moncus Park’s natural spaces.
Thirsty for Knowledge Series in Folsom: Life On Earth, A History
A free nature series by local expert Mikayla Mettler.
Bluebonnet Swamp Bird Walk
Enjoy a morning hike through the forest and swamp with a member of the Baton Rouge Audubon Society.
Louisiana Professional Native Landscape Certification Class
A two-day workshop to get your Louisiana Professional Native Landscape certification.
Yard-to-Habitat Workshop, Lafayette
A half-day workshop designed to help homeowners and landscapers transform property to work as habitat for pollinators, birds and other wildlife, and improve ecological resilience.
Children’s Garden Party: Edible Gardening, Baton Rouge
A fun-filled day all about edible gardening!
Night Hike at Poverty Point
A ranger-led night hike to see nocturnal animals, enjoy a bonfire, and learn about the natural and cultural world of the site.
Community Coastal Day at LSU
Explore exhibits, view the River Model, meet coastal experts, and discover why our coast is an irreplaceable asset worth protecting for future generations.
Tree Spree at Clegg’s
Tree giveaway, plus Baton Rouge Green arborists will be on hand to help you shop hard-to-find native trees and shrubs.
Louisiana Grass Roots Film Screening, Lake Charles
A special screening of the documentary Louisiana Grass Roots. Be sure to visit the traveling exhibit too.
Wild on Tap: Longleaf Pine
Pint-sized lessons about Louisiana’s natural world. This week’s topic is Longleaf Pines and How Land Trust Louisiana is Shaping the Northshore with Jacob Bopp, wildlife biologist and Restoration Manager for Land Trust Louisiana.
Louisiana Grass Roots Film Screening, Moncus Park
A screening of the Louisiana Grass Roots documentary.
Nature Journaling Workshop, Baton Rouge
Learn the essential skills of nature journaling with BREC Conservation.
Garden Discoveries: Transforming The Suburban Yard, Baton Rouge
Enjoy a presentation that traces the evolution of the Coates Garden from a 1970’s suburban yard of Asian exotics into a vibrant native landscape.
Junior Naturalists of WBJNC: Ecology Workshop
Kids ages 7-12 can learn all about birds, herps, plants, mammals, insects, and ecology.
LSU Raptor Rehab, Mandeville
See magnificent raptors up close and learn about the vital work LSU does in conservation, research, and education.
Cypress Island Preserve Trail Grand Reopening
Join a tour the site during the reopening of Cypress Island Preserve Trail.
Rooted in Healing, Ft. Cockeyed Farms, Hilltop Arboretum
Discover Nature Series presents the Breaux family of Cockeyed Farms for “Rooted in Healing,” a personal journey exploring the connections between gardening, native plants, agriculture, family, and wellness.
The Habitat Check-in (online)
A look at: Food, structure, water, how you manage your space, and the pressures holding your wildlife habitat back.
Thirsty for Knowledge Series in Folsom: Conservation Biology, It’s A Math Problem
A free nature series by local expert Mikayla Mettler.
Wings Over the Delta: Plaquemines Parish Birding Festival
A family-friendly festival to celebrate the birds, wildlife and natural beauty of Plaquemines Parish.
Birding at Burden
A two-hour guided tour led by different birding specialists through the birding loops at Burden.
Northshore Naturalist Weekend Workshop
This 2-day workshop provides a quick study of the natural world in Southeast Louisiana with a mix of classroom instruction and guided field instruction.
Privet Pull-ooza Volunteer Event, Baton Rouge
Join BREC's Conservation team removing invasive privet at Bayou Manchac Park!
Discovery Day: Caroline Dormon Day, Baton Rouge
A museum day dedicated to Caroline Dormon, a pioneering Louisiana naturalist, botanist, artist, and writer.
Art Adventure: Lizards, Baton Rouge
Experience nature and art as one, featuring lizards.
Supermoon Paddle at Cross Lake
A guided interpretive night paddle which will highlight the natural and cultural history of the Cross Lake area.
Cat Island Hike with Atchafalaya Basinkeeper
A guided hike to Cat Island led by Atchafalaya Basinkeeper.
Ouachita Paddling Trails: Eagle's Nest Paddle
Spend your morning exploring Black Bayou Lake NWR, one of the most scenic routes on the Ouachita Paddling Trails!
Fall Owl Prowl at Audubon State Historic Site
A ranger-led night walk to look for and learn about owls.
Thirsty for Knowledge Series in Folsom: Fur, Feather, and Scales
A free nature series by local expert Mikayla Mettler.
Wild on Tap: Marine Biology
Pint-sized lessons about Louisiana’s natural world. This week’s topic is the Marine Biology of Lake Pontchartrain with Watershed Specialist, Lisa Landry.
Bluebonnet Swamp Bird Walk
Enjoy a morning hike through the forest and swamp with a member of the Baton Rouge Audubon Society.
First Saturdays at BREC's Frenchtown Conservation Area
Enjoy an outing at Frenchtown plus different activities and topics each month.
Louisiana Grass Roots Film Screening, Baton Rouge
A special screening of the documentary Louisiana Grass Roots, followed by an engaging Q&A session with the film creators.
Louisiana Grass Roots Film Screening, Baton Rouge
A special screening of the documentary Louisiana Grass Roots, followed by an engaging Q&A session with the film creators.
Junior Naturalist Sunday
Learn and explore the nature trails of Fontainebleau State Park.
Keep Louisiana Beautiful State Conference
Learn about proven practices and innovative programs designed to achieve a cleaner, greener, and more resilient Louisiana.
Nature Night Hike & Campfire at Frenchtown Conservation Area
Learn about local nighttime ecology and nocturnal animals while you creep through the woods on a blacked-out night hike.
Birding at Burden
A two-hour guided tour led by different birding specialists through the birding loops at Burden.
BREC Green Force Volunteer Training
Become part of BREC’s official conservation volunteer force!
Thirsty for Knowledge Series in Folsom: Animal Brainiacs
A free nature series by local expert Mikayla Mettler.
LSU Raptor Rehab, Baton Rouge
Meet the birds of prey being cared for and rehabilitated at LSU's Raptor Rehab Center.
Louisiana Arbor Day & Tree Giveaway at Burden
Be an arborist for a day and enjoy lots of activities out at Burden. 1,000 trees will be given away!
BREC Green Force Volunteer Training
Become part of BREC’s official conservation volunteer force!
Louisiana Native Plant Society Annual Conference, Loranger
Connect with other native plant enthusiasts, explore with guided tours and learn from some of the native plant legends from our area.
Love the Boot Week
Our state’s largest litter removal and beautification effort.
City Nature Challenge
Your help is needed to document all of the amazing plants and animals in Southeast Louisiana for the global City Nature Challenge!
State of the Coast Conference
An interdisciplinary forum to exchange timely and relevant information on the dynamic conditions of Louisiana’s coastal communities, environment and economy.
Feliciana Wildflower Festival
Visit historic downtown Clinton, Louisiana for the Feliciana Wildflower Festival featuring educational classes, vendors, plant sales, activities for children, art, and shopping.
The Life of a USFWS Wildlife Biologist, Black Bayou Lake NWR
Hear about the fascinating life and work of US Fish & Wildlife Service Wildlife Biologist, Gypsy Hanks.
Seed Swap - Wild Ones Greater Baton Rouge
Wild Ones Greater Baton Rouge chapter’s annual event to swap and donate native plant seeds.
Better the Earth Fest, Lafayette
A free event celebrating local healthy living and promoting education about the climate and environment.
Extraordinary Caterpillar Movie at Big Branch Marsh NWR
A screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar documentary.
Nature For Kids at the Louisiana State Arboretum
Learn about a different topic every month and take a short hike and make a craft to take home.
Fall Celebration at Black Bayou Lake NWR
Drop by for educational activities, live animals, etc.
NOLA BugFest
Learn about the beauty and diversity of insects, spiders, and other animals found in and around your home and garden.
Wildlife Celebration at Red River NWR
The annual wildlife celebration with activities, food trucks, and more.
Conservation for Landowners Workshop, Lake Charles
A conservation workshop for landowners of an acre or more.
Nature Journaling Workshop, Baton Rouge
Learn the essential skills of nature journaling with BREC Conservation.
Plant Sale: Pelican Greenhouse
Local vendors will be at the plant sale providing a wide selection of Gulf Coast native species.
Birding at Burden
A two-hour guided tour led by different birding specialists through the birding loops at Burden.
Community Night Hike & Moth Sheeting at NNC
An exploration of the nocturnal environment at Northlake Nature Center.
Haunted Hike for Kids at Bluebonnet Swamp
Kids will love learning about “creepy critters,” hunt for treasures, and enjoy the carnival activities.
South Central Plains Biodiversity Challenge: Fall 2026
Help document nature during this 4-day bioblitz by posting photos in iNaturalist.
Fall Into Nature: HERPS of Louisiana, Ponchatoula
Join Jessica McDaniel for an engaging look at the reptiles and amphibians of Louisiana.
Wild Ones Pontchartrain Native Plant Seed Social
A social opportunity to discuss native plants while cleaning and packaging seeds.
Invasive Species Education and Removal Workday at NNC
Learn about common invasive plants and help remove a patch at the Beaver Pond.
Plant Fest!
LSU Hilltop Arboretum’s annual plant sale featuring favorite traditional landscaping plants and native plants.
Plant Fest!
LSU Hilltop Arboretum’s annual plant sale featuring favorite traditional landscaping plants and native plants.
Turtles on the Tenth at Black Bayou Lake NWR
Turtle talk and turtle rescue release with ULM Professor of Biology John L. Carr.
Fall Birdwatching Walk at Fontainebleau
Join Pelican Park Naturalist Alex Landry for a guided bird walk at Fontainebleau State Park. All experience levels are welcome!
Greaux Native: Plants, Bugs, and People of the Southern Landscape
The St. Tammany Master Gardeners, in conjunction with LSUAgCenter, are hosting the 2026 Fall Seminar, "Greaux Native," featuring expert speakers, native plants, and educational exhibits.
Plant Fest! (Member Day)
LSU Hilltop Arboretum’s annual plant sale featuring favorite traditional landscaping plants and native plants.