Buffalo Bayou Partnership

FULL - Volunteer Workday
2018-05-19 08:30 - 11:30, 2018-04-14 08:30 - 11:30, 2018-03-17 08:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | bird-grasshopper
This volunteer event is at capacity.
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 am
Parking: City Lot H
Check-In Location: Contact volunteer@buffalobayou.org for location details
Houstonians, ages 9 and up, are invited to join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for community-wide volunteer days at Buffalo Bayou Park happening the third Saturday of each month. Whether volunteering as a large or small group, or individually, your efforts will lead to a healthier environment and a more aesthetically pleasing amenity for all to enjoy.
Volunteers will help with a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: trash pick-up, mulching and weed removal. We do ask that all volunteers bring their own work gloves. All other necessary work tools will be provided by BBP.
To sign up, please read the Volunteer Information packet and complete an online Volunteer Waiver with the event date.
Volunteer Information Volunteer Waiver
Have a larger group interested in helping out on this date? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Leticia Sierras, by email or phone 713.752.0314 ext.206.

SOLD OUT: Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tour
2018-05-12 19:00 - 20:30, 2018-04-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Volunteer
This tour is sold out. Please see other boat tour dates and times here.

Learn more about these thousands of magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us! Led by a “bat girl” docent, guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from the Waugh Drive Bridge on Buffalo Bayou.
Time: Dusk – Boat departs 30 minutes before sunset (1½ hour boat rides)
Cost: $30 per person (children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours)
Weather and water levels permitting. Reservations required.

Talking Color: Celebrating Carlos Cruz-Diez in Houston
2018-05-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Birding Walk in Buffalo Bayou East
Public Art of the University of Houston System, along with Buffalo Bayou Partnership, co-host “Talking Color: Celebrating Carlos Cruz-Diez in Houston.” This public event will delve into the eminent artist and his iconic works of kinetic and optical art.
Following an introduction by Lea Weingarten, consulting director of Public Art of the University of Houston System, Carlos Cruz-Diez, Jr., director of Atelier Cruz-Diez Paris and son of the artist, will explore his father’s work in an illustrated conversation with Mari Carmen Ramírez, Wortham Curator of Latin American Art and Director of the International Center for the Arts of the Americas at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. “Talking Color” launches a series of public events across Houston and Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s opening of Carlos Cruz-Diez at the Cistern: Spatial Chromointerence.
A small reception will follow the talk.
Visitor parking can be found at the Welcome Center Parking Garage.
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White Oak to Buffalo Bayou Trail Connection Grand Opening
2018-04-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Homepage
Saturday, April 28 from 10am-1pm
Celebrate the completion of the USDOT TIGER funded project at Johnny Goyen Park at University of Houston-Downtown.

SOLD OUT: "Looking Back" History Tour
2018-04-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Volunteer
This tour is sold out. Please see other boat tour dates and times here.

Time: 10 – 11:30 am
Cost: $40 per person (children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours)
Weather permitting. Reservations must be made by selecting an available date on the right.
Aboard BBP’s pontoon boat, take a look back to the late 1800s when Houston was founded with Louis Aulbach, local historian and author of Buffalo Bayou: An Echo of Houston’s Wilderness Beginnings or Andrew Groocock, local historian. Louis will share stories of the Allen brothers and provide historical information about the people, places and events along the bayou that helped shape Houston.

Buffalo Bayou in Bloom
2018-04-26 18:30 - 21:30 | bird-grasshopper
Help us keep Buffalo Bayou blooming!
You’re invited to join our young professionals, Bayou Buddies, to celebrate springtime at an event featuring live music, light bites and libations at Buffalo Bayou Park! Enjoy spectacular downtown views while supporting Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s mission to restore and revitalize Buffalo Bayou!
Guests will also have a chance to tour the historic Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern and bid on great silent auction packages for culinary, cultural and recreational experiences.

Pre-sale tickets: $40 for non-members and $30 for members
A limited number of tickets will also be available at the door ($50 for non-members and $40 for members).

Buffalo Bayou in Bloom is co-chaired by Patrick Bailey, Lulu Han, Monica Esqueda and Daniel Williamson (from left to right)

Interested in donating silent auction items? Fill out the form here and email back to jmcfall@buffalobayou.org.
Become a sponsor! See all levels and benefits here.
Join our young professional’s group, Bayou Buddies, and save on your ticket!

Don’t forget to check out the incredible silent auction line up from donors including:

13Celcius
A Ambassador Limousine and Transportation

Alice Blue

Astros

Backstreet Cafe, Caracol, Hugo’s and Xochi

Buffalo Bayou Partnership

BikeBarn

Birds Barbershop
The Boardroom Men’s Salon

Bombshell Bootcamp

Cane’s

Capital Genealogy

Crave Cupcakes

Dish Society

Eureka Heights Brewing

Fit Athletic Club

Goff Financial Group

Hai Hospitality, Uchi and Uchiko

Hermann Park Conservancy

High Brew Coffee

Hilton Americas-Houston

Hotel Alessandra

Houston Arboretum

Houston Ballet

Houston Bycle
Houston Maritime Museum

Innovative Images

Kendra Scott

Laurenzo’s El Tiempo Restaurants

Lighting Inc.

Lucky Strike Houston

Moss Landscaping

Moxie’s Bar

Niko Nikos

Nos Caves Vin

Pete’s Dualing Piano Bar

Stages

Studio Communications

The Dunlavy

The Nice Winery

Treebeards Restaurant

Vineyard Vines

Vinology
Warby Parker

YogaOne

Advanced ticket sales are closed. Tickets available at the door!

Expansión Hacia el Este: Reuniones Comunitarias del Sector Este #2
2018-04-25 18:00 - 20:30 | TX
¡Queremos tu opinión!
Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP), la organización sin fines de lucro encargada de renovar el canal histórico de Houston, está expandiendo sus esfuerzos hacia el este. Después del exitoso y premiado desarrollo del Parque Buffalo Bayou y otros proyectos de los espacios verdes cerca del centro de la ciudad, BBP está planeando transformar las cinco millas del canal Buffalo Bayou desde la carretera US 59, hasta su cuenca en el Puerto de Houston.
Continuando con el proceso de eventos comunitarios del Sector Este que se iniciaron en el “East End” y en el “Fifth Ward” en el mes de febrero, BBP le invita a la siguiente junta comunitaria en la que se presentará el primer borrador del Plan para el Sector Este del Buffalo Bayou. Favor de planear atender esta junta, ya que usted tendrá la oportunidad de influenciar el futuro del Sector Este.
Para más información y reservar su puesto: mande un email or llame al 713.752.0314 ext. 101

Miércoles 25 de Abril
6 – 8:30 PM
Seafarers International Union
625 North York Street

“¡déjanos saber que vienes!

Moving East: East Sector Community Meeting #2
2018-04-25 18:00 - 20:30 | TX
Wednesday, April 25
6-8:30pm
Seafarers International Union
625 North York Street
Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP), the non-profit organization revitalizing Houston’s historic waterway, is moving east. After developing Buffalo Bayou Park and other award-winning green space projects in the downtown area, BBP is developing plans to transform the 5-mile stretch of Buffalo Bayou from US 59 to the Port of Houston Turning Basin.
Following on the heels of community engagement events held in the East End and Fifth Ward this February, BBP will be hosting another meeting to present the very first draft of Buffalo Bayou’s East Sector Area-wide Plan. Please make plans to attend this meeting where you will have the opportunity to help shape the future of Buffalo Bayou’s East Sector.
For additional information and to RSVP: Email or call 713.752.0314 ext. 101.
RSVP

Ecology Walking Tour
2018-04-21 10:30 - 11:30, 2018-02-17 10:30 - 11:30 | bird-grasshopper
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 am
Parking: City Lot H
Location: The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park (105 Sabine St.)
Enjoy a free walking tour in Buffalo Bayou Park highlighting the landscape and ecology of 19th century Texas that created Houston, as well as the importance of prairies in rebuilding this astonishing and all but vanished ecosystem.
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Blanket Bingo
2018-04-19 18:00 - 21:00 | TX
Time: 6-9 pm; sales begin at 6 pm; games begin at 7 pm
Location: Market Square Park (corner of Preston and Travis streets)
This popular event is back at Market Square Park! Join BBP and the Downtown District for Blanket Bingo. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs or snag one of the tables at the park for a night of fun, music and great prizes! $10 admission includes one bingo packet (approx. 9 games). Additional games and daubers can be purchased for $1 each. Proceeds benefit BBP and Historic Market Square Park. Get there early as cards sell out quickly!

BBP hosts Dinner at The Dunlavy
2018-04-17 18:30 - 22:00 | TX
Join BBP for a unique opportunity to enjoy an exclusive Dinner at The Dunlavy on April 17th!
6:30PM Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres and Highlights of Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s Projects
7:00PM Four-Course Seated Dinner with Wine Pairings from Halter Ranch Vineyard
Alison and Chris Porter, Dinner Co-Chairs
The Dunlavy at Lost Lake in Buffalo Bayou Park
3422 Allen Parkway, Valet Parking
Business Casual
Proceeds from this fundraising event will support Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s efforts to restore the award-winning Buffalo Bayou Park after Hurricane Harvey. The estimated fair market value is $75 per person.
Seating is limited. If you have questions, please contact Leigh McBurnett, BBP Director of Development, at 713.752.0314 ext. 105 or lmcburnett@buffalobayou.org.
Online registration is now closed.

Second Saturday Boat Ride
2018-04-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Volunteer
These 30-minute boat rides are a great way to spend the afternoon with your family. Escape from the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along Buffalo Bayou’s waters. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, and even the occasional alligator sunning on the banks.
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (30-minute boat rides)
The last tour departs at 1:30 pm.
Please note that the boat departs promptly every half hour.
Departure location: Allen’s Landing, 1001 Commerce St., Houston, TX 77002
For parking, see map here.
View map of directions to boat.
Cost: $7 for adults/$5 for children (ages 4–12)*
*Children under age 4 are not permitted on boat tours
Weather permitting. Reservations are required to secure your spot.
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Buffalo Bayou in Bloom Kick-off Happy Hour at Night Heron
2018-04-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Books on the Bayou / Libros sobre el Bayou
Let’s kick-off Buffalo Bayou in Bloom with Bayou Buddies with a happy hour at Agricole Hospitality‘s newest venture, Night Heron!
Meet the event co-chairs, find out about this exciting new event and learn all about Buffalo Bayou Partnership‘s Master Plan. Night Heron will even be concocting up a themed Buffalo Bayou in Bloom drink!
We’ll be drawing names for free tickets, so bring your friends!
Interested in becoming a member of Bayou Buddies? Find out more information and purchase a membership here.
RSVP on Facebook!

ENCUENTRO: Lugares de Reunión en Buffalo Bayou
2018-04-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Gravel Silos
Acompáñanos a explorar el sector este del Buffalo Bayou (desde el centro de la ciudad hasta el puerto de Houston) a través de exhibiciones interactivas de arte de los alumnos de Diseño Gráfico de la Universidad de Houston. Localizadas en seis puntos del recorrido, estas instalaciones reflejan la relación entre Buffalo Bayou y sus comunidades adyacentes, en el área este del centro de la ciudad.
Disfruta de actividades interactivas en cada uno de los puntos de reunión y contribuye con ideas o sugerencias acerca del futuro del sector este de Buffalo Bayou. En el área de Nort York Boat Launch habrá entretenimiento, camiones de comida y bebidas proporcionadas por la cervecería St Arnold.
Encuentra los 6 puntos de reunión en Google Maps.
El evento Encuentro: Puntos de reunión en Buffalo Bayou, es traído a ti por el centro para las artes de la fundación Cynthia Woods Mitchell, la escuela de artes Kathrine G. McGovern, y la fundación de becas de la Alianza para las Artes de Houston.
Trae tu bicicleta, ya que el EastEndBikeRide estara ofreciendo un recorrido hacia los puntos de reunión empezando a la 1:00 PM en D&W Lounge – 911 Milby St. ¡No olvides tu cámara!

Encounter: Meeting Points on Buffalo Bayou
2018-04-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Gravel Silos
Encounter Continues
For those who did not have a chance to see this past weekend’s Encounter: Meeting Points on Buffalo Bayou, several sites are still available for viewing!
Students from the University of Houston Graphic Design Program created interactive installations showcasing the bayou’s relation to the East End and Fifth Ward Communities.
On view at the following East Sector sites:
Gravel Silos
507 N. Nagle Street
Japhet Creek
4600 Clinton at Emile Street
Yolanda Black Navarro Buffalo Bend Nature Park
2300 S. Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive

ENCOUNTER: Meeting Points on Buffalo Bayou
Información en español acerca de este evento.
Join us for a self-guided tour of six Buffalo East Sector installations by students from the University of Houston Graphic Design Program. These interactive installations express ideas about the bayou’s relation to the East End and Fifth Ward communities.
Enjoy entertainment and food trucks at the North York Boat Launch with beer generously provided by Saint Arnold Brewing Company. Participate in activities at each site and share your ideas related to Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s future plans along the bayou’s East Sector.

View all 6 destinations on Google Maps!

EastEndBikeRide will be leading a social pace bike ride to the Meeting Points on Buffalo Bayou on Saturday, April 7th, 1-4pm. Starting at D&W Lounge – 911 Milby St. in the East End at 1pm, rolling out at 1:30pm. All skill levels are welcome. Don’t forget to bring a camera!
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SOLD OUT - "From Port to Port" Boat Tour
2018-04-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Volunteer
This tour is sold out. Please see additional boat tour dates on our calendar.

Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Price: $45
The Port to Port Tour is a cruise east of downtown on Buffalo Bayou from Allen’s Landing to the Port of Houston Turning Basin.
In 1914 with the opening of the Houston Ship Channel and the modern Port of Houston, the section of Buffalo Bayou from the port’s turning basin to the foot of Main Street (now known as Allen’s Landing) was called the upper channel.
Very few Houstonians today get to experience the upper channel by boat which has a very different environment from that of the bayou west of downtown.
Join bayou guide Andrew Groocock on a historical tour of the upper channel of Buffalo Bayou focusing on the historic significance of this industrial stretch and Houston, as you cruise the approximately seven miles from the old port of Houston to the new port of Houston.

CANCELED- Ecology Walking Tour
2018-03-17 10:30 - 11:30 | bird-grasshopper
This walking tour is canceled. Please join us for the Ecology Walking Tour in April!
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 am
Parking: City Lot H
Location: The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park (105 Sabine St.)
Enjoy a free walking tour in Buffalo Bayou Park highlighting the landscape and ecology of 19th century Texas that created Houston, as well as the importance of prairies in rebuilding this astonishing and all but vanished ecosystem.
Register Today

Second Saturday Boat Ride
2018-03-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Volunteer
Note the tour this month will depart from Allen’s Landing and not Sabine Promenade!
These 30-minute boat rides are a great way to spend the afternoon with your family. Escape from the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along Buffalo Bayou’s waters. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, and even the occasional alligator sunning on the banks.
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (30 minute boat rides)
The last tour departs at 1:30 pm.
Cost: $7 for adults/$5 for children (ages 4–12)*
*Children under age 4 are not permitted on boat tours
Weather permitting.
Reserve Online

46th Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta presented by Gillman Subaru
2018-03-10 07:30 - 14:00 | Volunteer
NEW FINISH LINE LOCATION THIS YEAR!
Join us for Texas’ largest canoe and kayak race – the 46th Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta on March 10th! Paddlers, ages 12 and up, are encouraged to participate in the 15-mile race along the scenic Buffalo Bayou. Whether you are entering competitively or paddling for pleasure, you won’t want to miss out on this longstanding Houston tradition! Register today!
Click here to learn about team sponsorship opportunities.
The Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta is rain or shine. If cancellation does take place due to severe water or weather conditions, all entry fees will support the work of Buffalo Bayou Partnership. Note that there are no refunds given for Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta registration fees.
Downloads:
2018 Rules and Boat Specifications
Helpful Hints for Regatta 2018
2018 Canoe and Kayak Vendor List
2018 Entry Form (for military and students, please email a valid student or military ID to info@buffalobayou.org to receive the online discount code)
2018 Team Sponsorship Form
Bob Wright, Sponsorship Chair

Register Today!

RACE DAY INFORMATION:
WHEN:
Saturday, March 10, 2017
WHERE:
Starting Line: 7700 San Felipe (just west of Voss)
Finish Line: Allen’s Landing (1001-1005 Commerce Street)
SCHEDULE:

7:00 am: Regatta packet pick-up and day-of registration at San Felipe and Voss
9:00 am: Race begins
11:00 am: Free finish line festivities begin at Allen’s Landing featuring live zydeco music and food and drinks available for purchase
1:00 pm: Awards ceremony
2:00 pm: Regatta and festivities end

Trophies will be awarded to the top three paddlers in Teams, Recreational Canoe, Recreational Kayak, and Unlimited Divisions.

IMPORTANT RACE INFORMATION:
Free shuttle service for all participants (no boats) will be provided by The Wave at the Finish Line from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm near Allen’s Landing. The shuttle will transport participants back to the Start Area at 7700 San Felipe.
Race begins at 9:00 am (with 5 starts):

9:00 am: ICF K-1/Surf Skis and Solo Unlimited (NOTE: this will be an in-water start)
9:10 am: Team Sponsors and Recreational Class Canoes
9:20 am: Recreational Solo Kayaks (long and short)
9:30 am: Unlimited
9:35 am: Non-Competitive (will not be officially timed)
9:40 am: Day-of Registrants (will not be officially timed)
DUE TO THE NUMBER OF CANOES AND KAYAKS IN THE RACE THERE WILL BE MULTIPLE STARTS FOR THE DIFFERENT CLASSES. Participants can place their boats on the slopes of the bayou (perpendicular to the bayou) 10 minutes prior to the start of their division. Boats nor competitors can touch the water until the start of their division. Any participant not complying with the above will be disqualified.

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP:
Paddlers who register by 11:59 pm on Tuesday, March 6 will be eligible for early packet pick-up. Packets include boat numbers, Regatta t-shirts and additional race information.
DATES & TIMES:
Thursday, March 8 from 4-7 pm
Friday, March 9 from 11am-2pm
LOCATION:
Buffalo Bayou Partnership Office
1019 Commerce Street, Suite 200 (at Main Street) (map)
Houston, TX 77002
Paid parking located behind Spaghetti Warehouse (free after 5pm) or meter parking on Commerce Street and surrounding area.
If you have any changes to your Regatta registration (i.e. paddler names, contact information, boat classification, etc.), please notify Rebecca Leija at rleija@buffalobayou.org ASAP.

15.5-mile Race Route (view map)

PAST BBP REGATTA RESULTS:
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012 (canceled)
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017

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Wellness Walk
2018-03-03 09:00 - 10:30 | TX
Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership on a Wellness Walk led by Laura Conely, founder of Urban Paths Wellness Coaching. Anyone and everyone is invited to walk through the paths of Buffalo Bayou Park while discussing topics including mental and physical health as well as the benefits of being exposed to nature.
Walks depart at 9 am and cover 3 miles in 1.5 hours.
Register

SOLD OUT - Cupid Cruise
2018-02-14 19:30 - 20:30 | Volunteer
Date: Wednesday, February 14
Location: Allen’s Landing
Time: 7:30-8:30 pm
Cost: $50 per person (limited to 20 guests)
Hop aboard Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s Spirit of the Bayou pontoon tour boat for a cozy cruise with your Valentine. Bubbly beverages, provided by Barefoot Wine, Refresh & Bubbly, and chocolate bites will be provided during a romantic evening boat ride with spectacular views of downtown Houston.
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Expansión Hacia el Este: Reuniones Comunitarias del Sector Este
2018-02-06 18:00 - 20:30 | TX
¡Queremos tu opinión!
Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP), la organización sin fines de lucro encargada de renovar el canal histórico de Houston, está expandiendo sus esfuerzos hacia el este. Después del exitoso y premiado desarrollo del Parque Buffalo Bayou y otros proyectos de los espacios verdes cerca del centro de la ciudad, BBP está planeando transformar las cinco millas del canal Buffalo Bayou desde la carretera US 59, hasta su cuenca en el Puerto de Houston.
BBP le invita a las reuniones comunitarias para contribuir sus ideas sobre los planes del Sector Este de Buffalo Bayou.
Martes, 6 de febrero
6–8:30 PM*
DeLuxe Theater
3303 Lyons Avenue
Miércoles, 7 de febrero**
6–8:30 PM*
BakerRipley
Ripley House Community Center
4410 Navigation Boulevard
Para más información y para confirmar su asistencia, favor de mandar correo electrónico a info@buffalobayou.org o llame a 713.752.0314 x101
* Se servirá una cena ligera
** Traducción en español estará disponible

¡Déjanos saber que vienes!
