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More details on these events will be posted in the coming days.
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Nature Nights: Butterflies |
April 2, 6:00pm - 9:00pm |
 Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin |
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Join us to learn these important Texas pollinators through guided hikes, butterfly identification, and the kinds of plants they use for food at this engaging evening program. |
| Cost of event - Adults: $1 Children: $1 |
| No preregistration needed |
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Making a Living in Archaic Times Guided Hike |
April 3, 10:00am - 12:00pm |
| Near the intersection of FM 967 and FM 1626 outside of Buda. Driving directions will be sent upon preregistration. |
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Though today we value this property for water quality protection, it gave life to archaic people thousands of years ago. Evidence of their activities will be interpreted by Dr. Richard Stark, an archaeologist who has conducted research across the tract. Come discover what we have learned about ancient people’s lifestyle and see signs they left behind in this interpretive walk that will paint you into a picture of ancient tribal living. Children ages eight and up may attend, but hike content may be too advanced for young ages. |
| Cost: 0 |
| Preregistration required: Please preregister at http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/water/wildland/onlineregistration/onlineregistration.cfm |
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Upper Reaches of Bull Creek Guided Hike |
April 4, 8:00am - 11:00am |
| Near the intersection of River Place Blvd. and FM 2222 in northwest Austin. Detailed driving directions will be sent upon preregistration. |
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Located near the headwaters of Bull Creek, this Balcones Canyonlands Preserve tract is a haven for wildlife. Participants will be led on a tour through a variety of terrain that will start on a rocky plateau, before descending a slope of rich wooded golden-cheeked warbler habitat. Further explorations will reveal meadows and a stream containing Jollyville Plateau salamanders before ascending back to road. Some of this hike will take place off-trail. Participants should be ready to hike over steep rocky terrain covered with vegetation. For ages 12 and up. |
| Cost: 0 |
| Preregistration required: Please preregister here: http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/water/wildland/onlineregistration/onlineregistration.cfm |
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Spring Plant Sale and Gardening Festival |
April 10, 9:00am - 5:00pm |
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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin |
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Get a refill for your garden! The Wildflower Center holds Spring and Fall Plant Sales and Gardening Festivals at the Center. These are opportunities to choose from the best selection of Texas native plants, typically almost 300 species. The events feature artists and authors signing their works in the store and guided walks and talks and tips for your garden from experts. |
| Cost to enter facilities - Adults: $7 Children: $3 @ 5 to 12 y.o. |
| No preregistration needed |
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TOAD - Texas Outdoor Adventure Day |
April 10, 9:00am - 3:00pm |
| McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX |
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Ages 7-adult Like the first explorers of Texas, we will travel down the Colorado River, navigate through the woods, and climb to great heights. Meet up at McKinney Roughs for a day of excitement, adventure, and good food. We start the day's adventure at our rock climbing and zip line tower, where fundamentals of rock climbing will be taught. Afterwards, everyone becomes an explorer as we learn to navigate using Global Positioning System (GPS) units. After a traditional campfire lunch, we finish the day by enjoying a raft trip on the beautiful Texas Colorado. Kids ages 7-11 must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is required. |
| Cost of event - Adults: $45 Children: $45 |
| Preregistration required: Call 512-303-5073 or email outdoorprograms@lcra.org to register. |
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Inside Golden-Cheeked Warbler Habitat Guided Hike |
April 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm |
| The Crossings Preserve in north Austin. Detailed driving directions will be sent upon preregistration. |
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Please join us for an interpretive tour of The Crossings Preserve, a part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve. Located north of Lake Travis above Cypress Creek, The Crossings facilities are surrounded by a 175-acre preserve, a unique natural area that is home to the golden-cheeked warbler and a great variety of other birds and wildlife managed by Travis County Resource Staff. So come on our for a great spring hike in the woods that surround this destination hotel and spa. All ages are welcome on this hike. This hike is hosted by Travis County as part of the 2010 BCP Hike and Lecture Series. |
| Cost: 0 |
| Preregistration required: Please preregister at http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/water/wildland/onlineregistration/onlineregistration.cfm |
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Junior Naturalists Nature Club |
April 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm |
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McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX |
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10 am-noon, $10 per child, ages 6-10 Children will look deeply into the natural world to learn the skills of a true naturalist. Practicing the naturalist skills of journaling, tracking, research and keen observation, they will experience nature through outdoor art, games and activities that hone all of their senses. Pre-registration is required. |
| Cost of event - Children: $10 |
| Preregistration required: Call 512-303-5073 or e-mail outdoorprograms@lcra.org to register. |
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Stargazing at the Roughs |
April 16, 9:00pm - 11:00pm |
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McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX |
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FREE, all ages Join other night-sky revelers for a chance to marvel at the beauty of the planets and be awed by our Earth's place in the galaxy. The wonders of the universe will come to life when viewed through our Dobsonian telescopes. Our astronomer will tell stories about the constellations and point out other wonders as they appear. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for comfort. Fun for the whole family! Program will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Call (512) 303-5073 before 5 pm to confirm or call our 24-hour community program hotline at 1-800-776-5272, Ext. 7530. Registration is not required. |
| Cost: 0 |
| No preregistration needed |
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Vireo Habitat Through Time Guided Hike |
April 17, 8:00am - 11:00am |
| Near the intersection of Pascal Lane and Loop 360 in west Austin. Detailed driving directions will be sent upon preregistration. |
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While long considered a birder's paradise, this preserve has something for both the novice naturalist and the expert. Vireo Preserve's unique history has marked its landscape in interesting ways. Guides will discuss the preserve's history and how it is expressed in today's natural communities. This hike will pass through rich shrublands, golden-cheeked warbler habitat, and grassy hillsides while offering some of the best scenic views of Austin. For ages 12 and up. |
| Cost: 0 |
| Preregistration required: Please preregister at http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/water/wildland/onlineregistration/onlineregistration.cfm |
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Earth Day Kayak Trip |
April 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm |
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McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX |
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$15 per person, adults and children 14 and up in solo boats, Ages 10-13 in tandem boat with adult Learn to kayak and enjoy a serene and refreshing morning on the Colorado River. Traveling this quiet waterway gives you ample time to enjoy the scenic views and waterfowl of this Central Texas ecosystem while also learning to kayak. At this promotional price (this is regularly a $50 trip), this trip is a great opportunity for people interested in trying a new sport. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. |
| Cost of event - Adults: $15 Children: $15 |
| Preregistration required: Call 512-303-5073 or email outdoorprograms@lcra.org to register. |
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McKinney Roughs Earth Day Festival |
April 17, 10:00am - 3:00am |
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McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX |
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Earth Day Festival Saturday, April 17 10 am-3 pm, FREE, all ages Celebrate the Earth at this free festival for the whole family. Participate in guided hikes through the wildflowers and pocket prairies at McKinney Roughs. Enjoy nature crafts, conservation activity booths, nature and animal presentations, a Green Marketplace with eco-friendly vendors, food, music and fun! The McKinney Roughs Earth Day Festival is part of Austin Nature Days, a month-long campaign celebrating Central Texas beauty, vitality and diversity of natural resources. This Austin-wide event is a collaborative effort of natural resource organizations to offer unique opportunities for individuals and families to experience and enjoy open spaces and natural places. |
| Cost: 0 |
| No preregistration needed |
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Earth Day Family Raft Trip |
April 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm |
| McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX |
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2-4 pm, $15 per person, adults and children 7 and up After exploring McKinney Roughs' Earth Day festival, relax on a guided raft trip down a 3-mile stretch of the Texas Colorado River near McKinney Roughs. Enjoy the river's serene beauty while learning about its natural history, flora and fauna. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Space is limited. |
| Cost of event - Adults: $15 Children: $15 |
| Preregistration required: Call 512-303-5073 or email outdoorprograms@lcra.org to register. |
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Plants, the Green Machines |
April 17, 12:00pm - 4:00pm |
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Sheffield Education Center, 2201 Barton Springs Road, Austin |
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The Austin Nature and Science Center teams up with the American Chemical Society for this celebration of Earth Day at the Sheffield Education Center. Family friendly, hands on activities and informative volunteers help visitors learn about the inner workings of plants that make them the original green machines. Green plants energize, produce and help to clean the planet. Bring your questions task the expert volunteers that include college students, university professors and professional chemists. All activities are free. |
| Cost: 0 |
| No preregistration needed |
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Sounds of Silence Guided Hike |
April 18, 1:00pm - 4:30pm |
| Near the intersection of Highway 71 and Hamilton Pool Road. Detailed driving directions will be sent upon preregistration. |
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A new form of communicating with nature without the communication! A silent hike for the nature lovers who desire to journal, photograph, or meditate along the trail. Our guides will lead through the trail but not interpret (describe) the usual talking points. After the starting point and presenting the safety and preserve features, you will be lead to resting points that allow you to enjoy the peace of scenic overviews, shady switch-back trails, and complete the hike at a glade. Bring a LIGHT folding chair that is easy and fast to carry, water and a snack, your journal/camera/book, and a sense of repose. Please respect the theme of quiet observation during this hike. For ages 12 and up. |
| Cost: 0 |
| Preregistration required: Please preregister here: http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/water/wildland/onlineregistration/onlineregistration.cfm |
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Family Nature Quest |
April 22, 10:00am - 1:00pm |
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McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX |
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Sat., April 3 10 am-1 pm, FREE, all ages Hikes are one hour and leave from Visitors’ Center at 10 am and noon Celebrate the changing of the seasons at McKinney Roughs! Come to the park for a fun family hike with a naturalist who guides you along one of our many beautiful trails. We’ll bring together a unique blend of natural history to tell the story of how land and water stewardship are critical to thehealth and vitality of the Colorado River. After your hike, experience McKinney Roughs’ interactive exhibits, enjoy a nature craft, or borrow a trail pack to take the kids outside for a self-guided nature scavenger hunts. Bring a picnic lunch and make it a family nature day! Pre-registration is recommended for hikes. Hikes are limited to the first 20 participants and are designed to include families with children of all ages. Clubs or groups should schedule a private hike. |
| Cost: 0 |
| Preregistration required: Call (512)303-5073 or email outdoorprograms@lcra.org to pre-register for hikes. |
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Light O’ the Moon Float Trip |
April 24, 7:00pm - 10:00pm |
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McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX |
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$50 per person, ages 7 and up How do you beat the heat and still get in some good times on the river? The light O’ the Moon float trips begin with a sunset on the water and are taken over by the cool night air. Enjoy yourself as your raft is gently guided down a moonlit stretch of tranquil river. Participants must be able to swim. Pre-registration required. |
| Cost of event - Adults: $50 Children: $50 |
| Preregistration required: Call 512-303-5073 or email outdoorprograms @lcra.org to register. |
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Explore the Outdoors--Earth Day Celebration at the Austin Nature and Science Center |
April 24, 12:00pm - 4:00pm |
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Sheffield Education Center, 2201 Barton Springs Road, Austin |
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In 2010, the Austin Nature and Science Center is celebrating 50 years of exploring the outdoors with children and families. Join ANSC staff for interpretive hikes along the trails of the Zilker Nature Preserve, meet some of our resident wildlife up close and personal, look for frogs and toads in mirror ponds and enjoy the beautiful woods and meadows at the Austin Nature and Science Center site. Bring an item for trade in the Naturalist Workshop. |
| Cost: 0 |
| No preregistration needed |
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