Advanced Training

This highly educational and fun talk will discuss the types of fireflies (Lampyridae) found in Texas and across the US. Ben will take you on an illuminating virtual journey through... Read More →

$200/The Advanced Master Gardener Trees and Tree Care training is an intensive multi-day training that provides Master Gardeners with knowledge and skills required to effectively support and multiply Texas A&M... Read More →

Reservations are required for canoe trips.  Call the visitor center at 409-951-6700.  Join park rangers for a guided canoe on the waters of the preserve.  This program targets the casual... Read More →

Have you ever experienced Big Thicket at night? Explore some of the stories that make Big Thicket special and mysterious.  Bring a flashlight and bug spray.  Meet at Sundew Trail. ... Read More →

Explore a natural garden of carnivorous plants with a ranger.  This easy walk on the boardwalk will give you and up-close look at these unusual plants.  Meet at the Pitcher... Read More →

7th Annual Texas Plastic Pollution SymposiumApril 3rd, 2025Houston Zoo, 6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030Join us for the 7th Annual Texas Plastic Pollution Symposium, hosted at the Houston Zoo... Read More →

Free. First Saturday Van ToursThe first Saturday of each month, a guided van tour of the refuge will take visitors on a 11/2 hour trip through the prairie.Join one of our staff for... Read More →

Any season is a great season to learn about trees! Jim McKee, a Master Naturalist, tree lover, and bird watcher will be leading more walks throughout the year to teach... Read More →

Reservations are required for canoe trips.  Call the visitor center at 409-951-6700.  Join park rangers for a guided canoe on the waters of the preserve.  This program targets the casual... Read More →

Explore a natural garden of carnivorous plants with a ranger.  This easy walk on the boardwalk will give you an up-close look at these unusual plants.  Meet at Pitcher Plant... Read More →