OUR CONSERVATION PARTNERS
Galveston Bay Estuary Program
Officially established in 1989, the Galveston Bay Estuary Program (GBEP) is one of two estuary programs in Texas. We are also one of twenty-eight National Estuary Programs (NEPs) in the United States.* As a non-regulatory program administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, we are charged with implementing The Galveston Bay Plan — a Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan for Galveston Bay. Our office is located in Houston, Texas. A Program Director and seven staff members oversee The Plan’s implementation.
Since many agencies carry out a multitude of laws, coordinating a broad range of issues among them is necessary. Our program is committed to forging diverse and vital partnerships with various organizations. We effectively work with local governments, businesses, ports, commercial fisheries, recreational anglers, environmental organizations, and state and federal natural resource agencies.
HOUSTON, DID YOU KNOW?
Other important bayous in the Houston area include White Oak Bayou, which flows from northwest Harris County to the Heights; Hunting Bayou, a... Learn about Bayou Wilderness
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS SEASON
- Free Family Fishing Day Event at Trinity River Refuge
- Open House at New Trinity Refuge Headquarters
- Artist Boat Media Coverage on My Fox Houston
- Local Businesses donating 5% of your Purchase on Earth Day!
Check out our Events Calendar to find out what other exciting things are happening this season!
EXPERIENCE & LEARN IN NATURE
OUR CONSERVATION PARTNERS
All network members share a commitment to cooperate and work together to protect, preserve and promote the unique biodiversity of the Houston Wilderness. Learn more about our Conservation Partners
