East Texas landowners gathered this past Saturday at Fairchild State Forest for the second of three State Forest Centennial Celebration events hosted by the Texas A&M Forest Service. Attendees toured the 2,788-acre forest, learning about […]
Category: Nature
Texas’ Big Tree Champions: Guardians of Our Natural Heritage
Texas is home to an impressive 62 National Champion Trees and 240 State Champion Trees, as recognized by the Texas Big Tree Registry. These towering giants are celebrated not just for their sheer size but […]
Celebrate Texas Native Plant Week at the Wildflower Center
This week marks the beginning of Texas Native Plant Week, a celebration dedicated to recognizing the critical role of native plants in maintaining ecological balance within the state. Native plants, which are species that have […]
Big Bend National Park to Benefit from $6.5 Billion Federal Program with Chisos Basin Revamp
Big Bend National Park, a key part of Texas’ natural landscape, is slated for significant enhancements starting May 1, 2025, thanks to the $6.5 billion Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund. This multi-year […]
Stunning Ocotillo Blooms Captured in Big Bend Ranch and Big Bend National Park
The desert landscapes of Big Bend Ranch and Big Bend National Park have been home to the captivating blooms of ocotillos, captured at various times following seasonal rains. Known scientifically as Fouquieria splendens, these plants […]
Explore the Cosmos: Star Gazing Event at Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls State Park is set to host an enchanting evening under the stars this Saturday, March 2, from 7 to 11 p.m., inviting the public to gaze upon the celestial wonders of the night […]
Mark Your Calendars for the 3rd Annual Gear Up for Game Wardens Online Auction
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation (TPWF) is thrilled to announce the return of the highly-anticipated 3rd Annual Gear Up for Game Wardens Online Auction, scheduled to take place from September 26th to 28th. This […]
Bell County Museum and Master Naturalists of Central Texas Partner to Celebrate Earth Day
On April 22, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Bell County Museum is hosting an Earth Day event in partnership with the Master Naturalists of Central Texas. The event will take place at the […]
Mother Neff State Park Honored with Lone Star Legacy Designation
Mother Neff State Park, located in the Waco, Texas area, has been awarded the Lone Star Legacy Park designation by the Texas Recreation and Parks Society (TRAPS). The park is the only state park to […]
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