Belonging is a fundamental human need.

BLK Beetles is your community to create and make meaningful connections so you never feel alone on your wellness journey.

Whether in-person or virtually, we curate the spaces, skills, and stories for you to feel authentically connected to yourself and others through community and nature.

Start to build community and experience what it means to belong by joining our free online community and knowledge hub today!

IN-PERSON EXPERIENCES

Join us out in the community at our next wellness experience! Checkout the full list of upcoming experiences on our Experiences page.

NATURE HAPPENINGS: COMMUNITY HIKE

Join us for July’s community hike at Hermann Park on Saturday, June 28th. Since summertime Houston will be in full effect, we are moving up the start time to get us moving before it gets to “spicy”.

Houston, Texas

6.28

    • A guided hike led by a welcoming member of the community on a beautiful local trail.

    • 45 minutes of movement that aligns your wellness journey.

    • Opportunities to connect with curious and conscious community members.

    • Space to reconnect with nature and find moments of reflection.

    • Hydration and healthy snacks to fuel your journey.

    • Special access to a digital story for ongoing inspiration from nature.

  • Suggested Community Re-Investment Scale: $5–$20

    When you join our Nature Happenings, you become part of our CRW that centers belonging, wellness, and community connection. Your contribution ensures these culturally inclusive experiences remain accessible to everyone while reinvesting in vital resources like nature guides and healthy resourcing. Together, we’re building trusted spaces where underrepresented communities can combat social isolation, foster wellness, and celebrate diverse identities.

    Thank you for being part of the CRW and helping create a healthier, more connected future!

  • Click here to sign-up for this event via Eventbrite.

NATURE HAPPENINGS: COMMUNITY BIRDWATCHING HIKE

Back by popular demand, we are heading back to Lake Houston Wilderness Park on Saturday, April 26! Whether you are a beginner or experienced bird watcher, this special guided experience will allow you to learn more about the various types of birds found inside and outside of Houston.

New Caney, Texas

4.26

  • Benefits - What You Receive

    • A guided hike and birdwatching experience led by a welcoming member of Lake Houston Wilderness Park team on a beautiful local trail.

    • 60 minutes of movement experience that aligns with your wellness journey.

    • Participant in an unique listening tour of aspirational stories and quotes.

    • Opportunities to connect with curious and conscious community members.

    • Space to reconnect with nature and find moments of reflection.

    • Hydration and healthy snacks to fuel your journey.

    • Special access to a digital story for ongoing inspiration from nature.

  • Suggested Community Re-Investment Scale: $5–$20 (Park fee not included).

    When you join our Nature Happenings, you become part of our CRW that centers belonging, wellness, and community connection. Your contribution ensures these culturally inclusive experiences remain accessible to everyone while reinvesting in vital resources like nature guides and healthy resourcing. Together, we’re building trusted spaces where underrepresented communities can combat social isolation, foster wellness, and celebrate diverse identities.

    Thank you for being part of the CRW and helping create a healthier, more connected future!

  • Click here to register for this event via Eventbrite.

NATURE HAPPENINGS: COMMUNITY HIKE

This month, we are taking our community hike meetup to Mercer Botanic Gardens on Saturday, May 31st! The nationally-recognized arboretum and botanical garden boasts the largest collection of native and cultivated plants in the region.

Humble, Texas

5.31

    • A guided hike led by a welcoming member of the community on a beautiful local trail.

    • 45 minutes of movement that aligns your wellness journey.

    • Opportunities to connect with curious and conscious community members.

    • Space to reconnect with nature and find moments of reflection.

    • Hydration and healthy snacks to fuel your journey.

    • Special access to a digital story for ongoing inspiration from nature.

  • Suggested Community Re-Investment Scale: $5–$20 (Park fee not included).

    When you join our Nature Happenings, you become part of our CRW that centers belonging, wellness, and community connection. Your contribution ensures these culturally inclusive experiences remain accessible to everyone while reinvesting in vital resources like nature guides and healthy resourcing. Together, we’re building trusted spaces where underrepresented communities can combat social isolation, foster wellness, and celebrate diverse identities.

    Thank you for being part of the CRW and helping create a healthier, more connected future!

  • Click here to register for this event via Eventbrite.