Climate by the Bayou

November 16–17, 2023

Armand Bayou Nature Center
8500 Bay Area Boulevard
Pasadena, Texas 77057

Hosted by Texas Sea Grant in partnership with Post Carbon Cities of Tomorrow and the Southern Regional Climate Center.

Texas Sea Grant would like to welcome you to two days of talks and discussions addressing climate issues important for coastal Texas. Bringing together a transatlantic exchange of knowledge by connecting researchers and practitioners from the US and Germany, the first day is hosted by Post Carbon Cities of Tomorrow and explores the resilience and biodiversity in coastal areas of Houston, Texas. The Climate Change and Biodiversity event includes sessions on the benefits of nature-based solutions for coastal resilience, the productivity of resilience in terms of biodiversity and carbon storage, and the community and social advantages of such solutions. Attendees can also delve into the emerging blue-green economy through interactive group sessions for collaborative insights. Toward the end of the first day, attendees will have the option of participating in one of two tours hosted by the Armand Bayou Nature Center, either a Pontoon trip or Safari trip on the bayou.

The second day, a climate services workshop hosted by the Southern Regional Climate Center (SRCC), convenes experts to explore critical aspects of coastal resilience. Learn about the local impacts of climate change on sea level rise, hurricanes, coastlines, and freshwater inflows, the influence of sea breezes, and tools and initiatives supporting resiliency for the Texas coastal region. In bringing together experts, professionals, and stakeholders, these two days promise to advance our collective understanding and response to climate challenges faced by coastal Texas. The event stands as a testament to our shared commitment towards building a resilient and sustainable future for our coastal communities.

Registration Information

To register for this event and secure your spot, use our online registration form. Online registration closes on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. (CST).

Special Activities

(Indicate Your Preference at Registration)

Field Trips

You have the opportunity to attend one of two field trips hosted by the Armand Bayou Nature Center on November 16, 3:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m. Tour registration is limited and will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Bayou Safari Tour

Embark on an enriching guided journey through the Armand Bayou Nature Center! Commence your adventure by observing wildlife from the elevated boardwalk. Visit our beloved animal ambassadors in the newly renovated lobby of our Environmental Learning Center. Afterward, hop on board our electric vehicle for a leisurely exploration, venturing through the riparian forest, down to the bayou, across the prairie, and concluding at the bison habitat.

Tour Details

• Maximum Capacity: 16 participants per tour
• Recommended to bring: Water and insect repellent.
• Attire: We suggest wearing long pants for the safari tour
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. Participants without suitable footwear will not be able to join the tour.

Tour Registration

Registration will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. The trip is limited to a maximum of 16 participants.

No Fee required!

Pontoon Cruise

Armand Bayou Nature Center Pontoon Cruises give you unique opportunities to see bayou wildlife up close! The “Bayou Ranger II” will take you on an adventure through the heart of the nature center along the Armand and Horsepen Bayous where wildlife gathers to find food, water, and shelter.

Cruise Details

• The max capacity for a cruise is 16 people.
• Please bring insect repellent in case you need it.
• Participants must have the physical ability to climb two stair steps to board the boat, as the profile of the boat makes the use of a ramp not readily achievable.
• No eating or drinking will take place on the boat, except for drinking water. Please bring a reusable water bottle.

Cruise Registration

Registration will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. The trip is limited to a maximum of 16 participants.

No Fee required!

Dinner

Dinner has been planned at Viola & Agnes on November 16, 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Registration is limited to 30 people and will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.

For More Information

Program Content

Madgellen A. Cleary
Coastal Resilience Specialist
Division of Research, Texas Sea Grant College Program
Texas A&M University
[email protected]

Max Gruenig
POCACITO LLC
1004 Fern Ct
Charlottesville, VA 22901-4000
ph. (202) 550-9072
[email protected]

John Nielsen-Gammon, PhD
SRCC Director
Regents Professor
Texas State Climatologist
ph. (979) 862-2248
[email protected]

Registration Information

Event Management & Planning
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
3135 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-3135
ph. (979) 317-2222
[email protected]