Week of Events
City Nature Challenge 2023
The TPWD Texas Nature Trackers put on a virtual event every year using the iNaturalist app. You are encouraged to make observations within the eligible cities from 4/18 - 5/1. This event is designed to get people outside and discover nature. The data from the observations may also be used by TPWD staff or graduate... Read More →
The Big Sit
The Big Sit
This annual birding event is officially called the "Great Texas Birding Classic." Our team will be birding at Martin Dies Jr. State Park at the Walnut Ridge unit boat ramp (near the dining hall). You must sign up for the team (which comes with a T-shirt) by March 20th. Contact Claire Boutte for more details.... Read More →
Neches River Rally
Neches River Rally
This is a paddlecraft event (canoe/kayak/paddleboard) that benefits the Big Thicket Association. You'll put in your craft at the Lower Neches River Authority (LNVA) Saltwater Barrier 9th Annual Neches River Rally. This year’s route will take paddlers through the Big Thicket National Preserve via the 4.8-mile Cooks Lake to Scatterman Paddling Trail. This is a... Read More →