March 2016
Warbler Walks
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Spring is here! Wildflowers are blooming, the days are warming up, and a tiny songbird has returned to Texas from its wintering grounds in the tropics. Come out to Westcave Preserve for a chance to see one of North…
Find out more »April 2016
Warbler Walk
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Spring is here! Wildflowers are blooming, the days are warming up, and a tiny songbird has returned to Texas from its wintering grounds in the tropics. Come out to Westcave Preserve for a chance to see one of North…
Find out more »May 2016
Warbler Walk
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Spring is here! Wildflowers are blooming, the days are warming up, and a tiny songbird has returned to Texas from its wintering grounds in the tropics. Come out to Westcave Preserve for a chance to see one of North…
Find out more »November 2016
Westcave Fall Festival
From the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us for a wonderful day of Family, Fun, Nature, and Books! Activities include: guided Canyon Tours, self guided hiking on the Uplands Trail, bird feeder building, arts and crafts, and the "Discovering Westcave" book release and signing…
Find out more »March 2017
Westcave Bird Walks
From the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us at 9 am on Tuesdays during the spring at Westcave Preserve for a bird walk. From the endangered Golden-cheeked warbler to the beautiful painted bunting, Westcave has over 170 species of birds to enjoy and one…
Find out more »Westcave Warbler Walk
From the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Spring is here! Wildflowers are blooming, the days are warming up, and a tiny songbird has returned to Texas from its wintering grounds in the tropics. Come out to Westcave Preserve for a chance to see one of…
Find out more »April 2017
Westcave Warbler Walk
From the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center – Spring is here! Wildflowers are blooming, the days are warming up, and a tiny songbird has returned to Texas from its wintering grounds in the tropics. Come out to Westcave Preserve for a chance to see one of…
Find out more »June 2017
Monarch Butterfly Workshop
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Workshop Topics Include: Milkweed ecology, monarch biology and life cycle investigation, monarch migration & reasons for decline, citizen science, preferred native nectar plants, and in field monitoring. Presenters: Cathy Downs of Monarch Watch & Craig Hensley of TPWD *Bring…
Find out more »September 2017
Star Party at Westcave
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Tour the night skies at Westcave Preserve, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope. $15 adults/ $5 kids With local…
Find out more »October 2017
Coffee and Birds
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - A leisurely morning of bird watching fueled by coffee! Sit at our bird blind and learn about the resident and migratory species that call Westcave home with an expert avian biologist. Binoculars will be available to borrow. All levels…
Find out more »Fall Bird Walks
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us in the fall for expert led bird walks. Westcave has over 170 species of birds to enjoy and one of the best times of year is during migration! All levels of birders welcome. Walks begin at 8am. $15 per…
Find out more »Roundtable Social – Conservation Easements
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us for a fun evening of socializing and exploring the benefits of conservation easements. Katherine Romans, Executive Director of the Hill Country Alliance will be presenting. This is a free event! Please BYOB and bring a snack to share Please…
Find out more »November 2017
Fall Native Grass Hike
From the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Learn to identify native grasses and their importance in our ecosystem guided by a local expert. Limited to 10 people. This is a weather permitting event. You can purchase your ticket here.
Find out more »Night Hike
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Discover the wonders of Westcave on a full moon night! Join us for a guided hike into the canyon. Bring your headlamps/flashlights, hiking shoes, long pants and bug spray. This is a weather permitting hike. You can purchase your ticket here.
Find out more »December 2017
Star Party At Westcave Preserve
From the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Tour the night skies at Westcave Preserve, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope. With local astronomers on hand…
Find out more »January 2018
First Day Hikes at Westcave Preserve
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Start the new year off on the right foot by spending time outdoors! Join us for a guided hike into our canyon to see the waterfall, cave, and pristine natural canyon. Tours times: 11am & 1pm Gates open 10am…
Find out more »March 2018
Managing Groundwater in Travis County: How, Why and Where?
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center, the Hill Country Alliance, and the Meadows Center for Water and The Environment - The Meadows Center will host a moderated panel discussion on March 7 from 6pm to 9pm at the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center to provide insight on the newly…
Find out more »Star Party at Westcave Preserve
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Tour the night skies at Westcave Preserve, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope. With local astronomers on hand to…
Find out more »April 2018
Spring Bird Walk
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us for bird walk this spring led by local avian biologist! Westcave hosts over 170 species of birds and spring migration is one of the best times to experience our avian population. From the endangered golden-cheeked warbler to…
Find out more »Star Party At Westcave Preserve
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Tour the night skies at Westcave Preserve, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope. With local astronomers on hand to…
Find out more »Spring Wildflower Walks
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Spring is the perfect time to witness the hill country transform into a painted landscape of wildflowers. Come out for an expert-guided walk about wildflowers on the Uplands and find out what is blooming. The walk will wind through…
Find out more »May 2018
Birds And Brew
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - We are debuting new event called ‘Birds and Brew’ which will be a birding and social event. Top avian biologists will be on site to lead bird hikes and the evening will end with a BYOB/snack social hour on…
Find out more »Aquatic WILD Workshop
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center and Texas Project WILD - Aquatic WILD invites you to explore and share the fascinating world of aquatic wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities. You will experience engaging TEKS-aligned activities while networking with other educators. Anyone who works…
Find out more »October 2018
Nature Photography Workshop
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - *Please note - this event has been cancelled due to the weather* Introduction to Nature Photography will cover the subjects of bird, wildlife and landscape photography. The workshop will cover camera settings, shutter speeds, f-stops, camera equipment, focusing and…
Find out more »November 2018
Star Party at Westcave Preserve
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Tour the night skies at Westcave Preserve, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope. With local astronomers on hand to…
Find out more »Fall Bird Hike
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us at Westcave Preserve to learn about local and migratory bird species from an expert avian biologist. Westcave hosts over 170 species of birds throughout the year, and is situated along the central flyway - an important migration…
Find out more »Fall Bird Hike at Westcave Preserve
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us at Westcave Preserve to learn about local and migratory bird species from an expert avian biologist. Westcave hosts over 170 species of birds throughout the year, and is situated along the central flyway - an important migration…
Find out more »December 2018
Night Hike at Westcave Preserve – Canceled
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - *Please note - due to the weather, this event has been canceled.* Discover what goes on during the night at Westcave Preserve! Join us for a hike into the canyon led by local biologists. Please wear sturdy shoes and…
Find out more »April 2019
Westcave Wildflower Walk
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Spring is the perfect time to witness the hill country transform into a painted landscape of wildflowers. Come out for an expert-guided walk about wildflowers on the Uplands and find out what is blooming. The walk will wind through…
Find out more »Spring Bird Walk at Westcave Preserve
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us for a bird walk this spring led by local avian biologists! Westcave hosts over 170 species of birds and spring migration is one of the best times to experience our avian population. From the endangered golden-cheeked warbler…
Find out more »Nature Photography Workshop at Westcave Preserve
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Introduction to Nature Photography will cover the subjects of bird, wildlife, and landscape photography; discussing the camera settings of each. The workshop will include discussions on shutter speeds, F-stops, camera equipment, focusing, and composition. There will also be tips…
Find out more »May 2019
Birds and Brew
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - A birding social event! Top avian biologists will be on-site leading bird walks. This is a potluck and BYOB social hour. Join us for some socializing and bird watching! This is a weather permitting event. You can RSVP here.
Find out more »Spring Bird Walk
From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us for a bird walk led by local avian biologists! Westcave hosts over 170 species of birds and spring migration is one of the best times of year to experience our avian population. From the endangered golden-cheeked warbler…
Find out more »September 2019
Westcave Star Party
Hosted by the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Tour the night skies at Westcave Preserve, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope. With local astronomers on…
Find out more »Westcave Night Hike
Hosted by Westcave - Discover what goes on during the night at Westcave Preserve! Join us for a hike in the canyon, led by local biologist, Amy Sugeno. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Registration required. $15/person. Weather permitting.
Find out more »October 2019
Native Grass Walk
Hosted by the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Learn to identify native grasses and discover their importance in our ecosystem. This walk will take place on the Uplands and will be guided by a local plant expert. Registration required. $15/person. Weather permitting. Book online now!
Find out more »Westcave Fall Bird Hike
Hosted by Westcave - Join us at Westcave Preserve to learn about local and migratory bird species from an expert avian biologist. Westcave hosts over 170 species of birds throughout the year, and is situated along the central flyway - an important migration route for…
Find out more »November 2019
Birds and Brew + Grand Opening Of Leif’s Blind
Hosted by the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center - Join us for a birding social event that includes the grand opening of the Leif's Bird Blind. Top, local avian biologists lead bird walks at Westcave Preserve. This is a potluck and BYOB social hour. Join us…
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