News from Friends of Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge:
In April, we are holding a new event, the Wildflower Wander, to help people learn about wildflowers, as well as learn about identifying plants and the importance of native plants. Here is the event registration page and information for Wildflower Wander: https://www.friendsofbalcones.org/event-5211236
We also have a number of other fun April events. (See the full calendar here.)
- Saturday, April 1, 10 AM
- Wildflower Wander – Explore the Beauty of Wildflowers at Doeskin Ranch!
- Register here
- Sunday, April 2, 9 AM
- Martin Tract Guided Hiking Tour – Adventure behind-the-scenes at the wildlife refuge with a hike on the Martin Tract!
- Register here
- Saturday, April 8, 7:30 AM
- Birding Walk with Sherry Bixler – Meet our feathered friends with a birding walk at Doeskin Ranch!
- Register here
- Friday, April 14, 7:00 AM
- Warbler Vista Guided Hiking Tour – Have a relaxing start to your Friday with an early morning walk through Warbler Vista!
- Register here
- Friday, April 21 through Sunday, April 23
- Songbird Festival – Small group birding tours through Hill Country – the Texas Hill Country has long been a favorite spot known for its unique terrain and bountiful wildlife. Migrating birds also consider the Texas Hill Country a favorite as it serves as an important waystation where they can rest, nest and gather strength for their journey.
- Multiple days & registration opportunities here
- Saturday, April 22, 1:00 PM
- Earth Day Guided Hiking Tour at Doeskin (Indiangrass Trail) – Celebrate Earth Day by taking in views at the top of Rim Rock, and the flora and fauna along Indiangrass trail!
- Register here
- Saturday, April 29, 8:00 AM
- Igau Tract Guided Hiking Tour – Adventure behind-the-scenes of the Refuge for the day, with an 8-mile hike on our Igau Tract!
- Register here
(This is not a NPSOT event.)