‍What’s Happening at
Willow Waterhole

Mark your calendars for another exciting season at Willow Waterhole! From guided bird walks and volunteer opportunities to family-friendly events and community celebrations, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Saturday, August 15 | 7:00 – 8:00 AM
Bird Walk
Join Houston Audubon for a guided bird survey and discover the diverse bird species that call Willow Waterhole home.

Saturday, August 29 | 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Rooted Resilience
Spend an inspiring evening at Drop of the Creator featuring guest speakers and community members sharing stories of resilience and hope. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1993365347414?aff=oddtdtcreator

Saturday, September 12 | 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Family Fishing Clinic
Bring the whole family for a hands-on fishing clinic where kids and adults can learn the basics of fishing together. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1993691923211?aff=oddtdtcreator

Saturday, September 19 | 7:00 – 8:00 AM
Bird Walk
Start your morning with another guided bird survey led by Houston Audubon.

Saturday, September 19
Second Chance Walk
Lace up your running shoes and support Second Chance during this community fun run.

Sunday, September 20 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Trees for Birds
Celebrate Houston Audubon's Bird Week with a special guided walk exploring the native plants, insects, and habitats that sustain local bird populations. This is a collaboration with Trees for Houston, one of the Waterhole’s

Saturday, September 26 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM
National Public Lands Day VolunBEERing
Celebrate National Public Lands Day by giving back during a volunteer work session, then enjoy refreshments with fellow volunteers. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986086096980?aff=oddtdtcreator

Friday, October 3
Liver Life Walk
Join the community for this annual walk supporting liver disease awareness, education, and research.

Saturday, October 10 | 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Volunteer Workday
Help care for Willow Waterhole by assisting with conservation and park maintenance projects.

Saturday, October 17 | 8:00 – 9:00 AM
Bird Walk
Enjoy another guided morning bird survey with Houston Audubon.

Saturday, October 17
Family Foraging
Discover edible native plants on guided foraging walks, then enjoy chef demonstrations and tastings featuring locally sourced ingredients.

Saturday, October 24
Steps Against Melanoma
Join this community walk to raise awareness and support the fight against melanoma.

Saturday, November 7 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Colors of the Prairie
Celebrate art, nature, and community at our inaugural chalk art festival! Enjoy talented chalk artists, family activities, educational exhibits, food vendors, and more.

COTP Artist Registration:
https://forms.gle/GQURYEmguPSkpxeC7

COTP Vendor Registration:
https://forms.gle/pF7exURK9vZtUBaq9

We hope to see you out at the Waterhole!

Rooted Resilience:
A Night of Stories

In Houston, we don’t have to imagine extreme weather. We’ve lived it. Flooding, heat, storms. Most of us have a story, even if we don’t always think of it that way. Sometimes it’s a major event. Sometimes it’s just a moment that has stayed with you. Either way, those experiences shape how we see the place we call home.

On August 29, we’re hosting Rooted Resilience, a simple storytelling night centered on those experiences and how a changing environment shows up in our everyday lives. The event will be held at Drop of the Creator.

The format is straightforward. We’ll have a few invited guest storytellers sharing short, personal stories, along with community members who want to do the same. This isn’t a performance. It’s simply people sharing something they’ve lived through, and a room willing to listen.

Some stories will be about storms or flooding. Others might be about heat, change over time, or a moment when something shifted. Not every story has to be dramatic. The quieter ones are often the most memorable.

We’ll also have a writing table set up at the beginning of the evening with a few prompts for anyone who wants help getting started. You don’t have to share, but you might find that you want to.

At the end of the day, this is about making space. Space to reflect, to listen, and to better understand how these shared experiences connect us. If you’ve lived through a Houston summer, a heavy rain, or watched this landscape change over time, you already have a story.

Join us on August 29 for Rooted Resilience at Drop of the Creator.

Come listen. If you feel like it, come share. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1993365347414?aff=oddtdtcreator