About us
If you love camping, backpacking, kayaking, paddleboarding, nature walks, hiking, biking, fishing, geocaching, photography, outdoor cooking, birding, wildlife viewing, travel, and anything else outdoors... Plus, if you enjoy throwing in some cultural activities, cooking, movie nights, and other one off events with fun people, NEO is for you!
If you like fun volunteer opportunities working with schools and the community to teach others how to enjoy nature and the great outdoors, we have that too! Welcome to NEO (Nature & Eclectic Outdoors)!
NEO is a Texas based 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to helping people of all ages and backgrounds lead more outdoor oriented lives for better health, happiness, and life balance. Check out our website at [www.NEOproject.org!](http://www.neoproject.org/)
NEO events are open to everyone, and most activities are family, kid, and pet friendly! Events are free or low cost! We supplement our regular outdoor events with amazing cultural opportunities and affordable travel adventures. Our goal is to make outdoor activities and incredible travel events accessible to everyone.
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We love being outdoors! We want to make sure everyone has the chance to experience hiking, camping, backpacking, cycling, kayaking, geocaching, and anything else they would like to try out. We love to travel and get out of the hustle and bustle of the city, and we want others to have this opportunity to travel with us in a safe and relaxed environment.
NEO may host an all day hike at Brazos Bend State Park, a weekend camp at Pedernales Falls, or a cool mid-week night hike at Memorial Park. You could even find us introducing members to the Colorado Rockies on a long weekend! Whatever NEO does, we’re going to make some new friends, create amazing lifelong memories, and have a blast!
NEO has several special initiatives described on our website atwww.neoproject.org, but one initiative in particular has gained us incredible respect and notoriety. Through our “Wilderness Kids” initiative, NEO encourages kids and families to get off the couch, away from the video games and cell phones, and OUTSIDE. With the help of contributions and donations, NEO hosts events and clinics designed to teach kids necessary skills for enjoying outdoor activities and thriving in the natural world. Kids develop leadership and teamwork skills while learning about water safety, hiking, camping, nature and wildlife, and much more! They are also introduced to people from all walks of life and from all over the world, giving them a broader understanding of the world and cultures around them.
We partner with schools, businesses, and other organizations to facilitate field trips, on campus events, and team builders. We also host private events that help support our nonprofit mission. Get in touch with us today to discuss these special programs and events.
If you would like to learn more about becoming involved in our NEO Volunteer Corps helping out at fun community outreach events and in our school partnerships, email us at [contact@neoproject.org!](http://www.neoproject.org/?page_id=891)
Upcoming events
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Bike ride, weekday Westchase & Brays bayou trails 11-14 miles (12+ mph pace)
Chick Fil A, 6840 W Sam Houston parkway 77072, Houston, TX, USNEO is dedicated to helping people of all ages and backgrounds lead more active outdoor-oriented lives for better health, happiness, and wellbeing. https://youtu.be/YLPJrHs5PCk?list=TLGGYXrB28dE2rIxNjAzMjAyMg
This weekday bike ride will be +/-11 miles along paved trails of Arthur Story park, Brays Bayou.
12+ mph pace
If it is more than you are use to it is an out and back ride. At any point you can stop and wait for the other riders to return or turn around and head back to Storey park.
Arthur Storey park is quite large and has an incredible view of the sunset from behind The Home Depot. The park closes at dusk.
Before the day of the ride, fill your tires with air, check your brakes, oil your chain. When riding with the group, ride as if you are riding by yourself. look both ways when crossing intersections.
Be familiar with changing the gears of your bike as you ride to help with the down & ups of the trail.
What to bring:
Bike
Helmet (strongly recommended)
Extra bike tire tube
Hydration/water/electrolytes
Snacks
Bike lights (approx 200 lumens)1 attendee
Elevation - Hill and Stair Interval Training - Meet at the Cistern
The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, USParking:
Please refer to the map below for available parking areas, indicated with a P.
Parking MapMeeting Location:
We will meet at the Buffalo Bayou CisternWelcome to a unique workout in the flatlands of Houston – Elevation Training using one of the few topographic features in Houston, Buffalo Bayou!
We start with a couple stations along the Bayou itself then go on to downtown and utilize the structures and monuments there. You may choose to go up and down the stairs as slow or fast as you want. This hike is meant to help you push a little and see your strength improve over time. There are 6 stops total, covering a distance of about 4.5 miles in about 90 minutes and, if you’re ambitious, can get about 1,000 feet of elevation gain!
I want to stress, this is a workout. You will need to wear tennis shoes and proper workout attire. Headlamps are desired in the winter, and water is especially needed in the summer. Be sure to dress for the weather, regardless!
The paths may be slippery, muddy, or dark.
No worries if you're running late. Just meet up with us along the route. Follow the link to see the route and stops:
Elevation Training Map11 attendees
Sunset hike Cullinan park 5-6 miles
Cullinan Park, 12414 Hwy 6, Sugar Land, TX, USNEO is dedicated to helping people of all ages and backgrounds lead more active outdoor-oriented lives for better health, happiness, and wellbeing. https://youtu.be/YLPJrHs5PCk?list=TLGGYXrB28dE2rIxNjAzMjAyMg
This park has some nice dirt trails along with an observation platform. Very slight elevation changes along Red Gully and the ever winding Oyster creek. A trail around the lake passes through Hodges Bend cemetery. Hodges was apart of the "old 300 settlers" of Texas. The 1st grave is 1831, his wife, and the last was in 1942. I've seen and heard an owl out here so there's a remote chance to run across one. Ooo, a deer 🦌
If the trails are muddy we can stay on the paved section and walk the driveway that has forest on each side of it. If they are not too wet we can test the trails and walk around the puddles so don't wear your best shoes that might get a little dirty.
Park closes at dusk. Sunset is 8 pm-ish
Restrooms at parking/trail head.
After the walk/hike we can grab a bite/beverage. Any ideas, post in the comments section.
There are a # of places around the HEB Hwy 6 @ US 90.
What to bring:
Water
Bug spray
Skin protection
Comfortable walking shoes
Snack21 attendees
Bike ride and a bit of nature +/-13 miles Herman Brown park, Hunting bayou
Herman Brown Nature Trail, 300 Oates Rd, Houston, TX, USNEO's mission is to help people of all ages and backgrounds lead more outdoor-oriented lives for better health, well-being, and resilience.
Pic slide.
https://youtu.be/YLPJrHs5PCk?list=TLGGYXrB28dE2rIwODAyMjAyMwNEO Eclectic video. https://youtu.be/NexlAV5hTZc
Bike ride +/-13 miles along mostly paved trail, very little along neighborhood street.
This will be an 8-12 mph
Before the day of the ride, fill your tires with air, check your brakes, oil your chain. When riding with the group, ride as if you are riding by yourself. look both ways when crossing intersections. I have extra yellow construction vests. Ask me for one if you would like to borrow for the bike ride.
What to bring:
Bike
Helmet (Highly recommended)
Water hydration electrolytes
snacks1 attendee
Past events
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