At the GBF EcoCenter Greenhouse, staff & volunteers cultivate native plants to restore & manage native coastal tallgrass prairies in four counties that surround Galveston Bay.
Every Thursday and Saturday, 8-11:00 am, volunteers work in our native plant nursery to help heal one of America’s rarest and most endangered landscapes: the Coastal Tallgrass Prairie.
This is not just gardening – this work creates homes for wildlife and builds a natural shield against floods; you’re growing a legacy for future generations.
You will help with general nursery maintenance, including but not limited to:
- Weeding and potting plants
- Mixing soil and rotating plants
- Cleaning and sorting seeds
- seasonal maintenance as needed.
No experience is necessary; we will show you what to do!
GETTING THERE
- Search for “EcoCenter Sponsored by Reliant” when using Google Maps – View site on Google.com
- From TX-99 and W Bay Rd/Old F-M Rd 1405
- Head north to turn into Bayer Rd.
- Turn left on the restricted road; you will see an EcoCenter directional sign (its like a small yard sign with a blue arrow).
- Continue on the restricted road for 200 ft until you reach the EcoCenter on the left.
Deatils
- Volunteers should be between the ages of 17 and 99
- Inclement Weather Plan: *Event is rain or shine; only canceled due to severe weather. The Volunteer Coordinator or Nursery Operation Specialist will send you an email with any weather-related information that will impact the shift. Check your local weather forecast before your shift and never leave your home if road conditions are not safe.
- Need closed-toe shoes
- Wear sunglasses and hat
- Equipment provided
- Indoor restrooms available
- Bring a water bottle
