Please note these exciting upcoming events. For more information, please follow the links to articles in our news blog and to outside sources.
May 2012
5th Earth Trunk Show, Houston
10am-4pm, Post Oak Whole Earth store
5th Hike on the Wild Side Hike-a-thon, Dallas
The Hike-a-thon fundraiser will raise money for improvements to Cedar Ridge Preserve's 600 acres of natural habitat featuring about 9 miles of trails. Registrations begins at 7:30am-10:30am More event details.
5th Machine Shop: Jennifer Sherburn: 90 Knots, Austin
8pm, The Off Center
A dance inspired by Mt. Everest climbing expeditions and the athletes that confront the ultimate physical and mental challenges to reach the highest peak. 90 knots is a response to their stories facing hurricane-force winds and diminishing oxygen supply, traversing impossible terrain, and the moments of recovery that revive determination. More event details.
5th Bike in Book Swap, Austin
The 3rd Annual Bike In Book Swap returns! Bike tune-ups, maintenance classes, kids’ bike rodeo, bicycle crafts and book swaps will all happen at the Twin Oaks Library Branch from 12pm-3pm. More event details.
6th Walk for the Woods, Houston
8am-pm, Americas Plaza
Walk for the Woods is a family friendly event with activities and entertainment throughout the day. Proceeds from Walk for the Woods benefit The Woods Project, a group that seeks to develop life and leadership skills through hands-on outdoor education and environmental awareness. More event details.
12th Earth Trunk Show, Austin
10am-4pm, Westgate Whole Earth Store
17th Smartwool's Feel Good Day, Austin
5pm-6pm, North Lamar Whole Earth StoreDonate a non-perishable item to Capital Area Food Bank and receive a free pair of Smartwool socks. Doesn't that feel good? More event details.
26th Doggie Du Dash, Dog Duathon, Austin
8am, Auditorium Shores
The Captial of Texas Doggie Du Dash gives man's best friend the chance to run a duathlon together! Ruff Wear Doggie Life Jackets are available for our canine friends. More event details.
19th White Rock Spring Games, Dallas
8:30am Lighting Ceremony before the games begin.
This all day family affair will host a variety of fun and games for children in grades 1st - 8th grade all day long. Throughout the day enjoy live music and food vendors from popular restaurants and grocery stores that will be on site for purchase. More event details.
15th-31st Patagonia Advocate Weeks returns to Whole Earth
Details coming soon.
24th The North Face Speaker Series presents Mark Synnott
Wortham Giant Screen Theater at the Museum of Natural Science, Houston 6pm Reception, 7pm Speaker Series begins
Mark Synnott has a mission: to seek out and climb the world’s most remote cliffs. Join us for an evening to hear about "Life on the Vertical.
Proceeds from this event benefit The Woods Project, a group that seeks to develop life and leadership skills through hands-on outdoor education and environmental awareness. Reserve your free tickets now.
June 2012
7th National Trails Day, Houston area
8am-8pm
Armand Bayou Nature Center is hosting an entire day of fun activities for the family. Events include: Breakfast on the bayou, an afternoon nature photography walk, an evening owl prowl and to finish off the day, a moonlight pontoon cruise. More event details.
July 2012
27th Los Chupacabras de la Noche 10K & 5K Trail Run, San Antonio
9pm start time
A San Antonio original, Los Chupacabras de la Noche will run through the night through heavily wooded dirt trails in the dark! Headlamps and/or flashlights are necessary to run this course. Let glow sticks in the trees guide guide your way through this unique fun run. More event details.
