Trinity River Audubon's FREE 3rd Thursday - Dallas
All 3rd Thursday events include: Food & Wine Tastings, Music, Kids Crafts, Nature Hikes,
Paddling or Fishing, Art, Book Club, Education, Citizen Science & More.
See website for details.
Family Friendly
These event are deemed appropriate for younger children
Kids Club - Dallas
Kids Club Member Activities; partnership with the Trinity River Audubon Center.
Kids Club is a partnership between the Dallas Museum of Art, the Dallas Zoo, the Museum of Nature and Science, the Trinity River Audubon Center, the Crow Collection of Asian Art, and our newest member, the Dallas Arboretum. By joining Kids Club at any of these organizations, your family receives special benefits from all five organizations.
Each of the Kids Club partners offers a membership with family-oriented benefits. When you join the Kids Club at the Dallas Museum of Art, your family will receive the full benefits of a Museum membership PLUS fun benefits exclusive to Kids Club members, including:
Birds of Paraguay Photo Exhibit - Dallas
"Celebrate the Biodiversity of Paraguay in its Bicentennial"
[ibimage==2222==original_size==none==self==ibimage_right]A photographic display about the biodiversity of Paraguay will be offered in context of the year-round celebrations of the county's Bicentennial. This exhibit encourages the public to support Paraguay's conservation efforts, details the importance of the flora and fauna in Paraguay, and helps to promote national ecotourism.
One hundred photographic images of birds, wildlife, and landscapes will be displayed to the general public, free of charge. The images will be accompanied by detailed descriptions regarding the species, places, and ecosystems portrayed. The public will have the opportunity to purchase copies of the photos in display with detailed information, books, and other articles regarding Paraguayan biodiversity.
The Details
Time Frame
Opening night:
Thursday, October 27, 2011 from 6:30 - 9:00 PM:
Paraguay Ambassador Rigoberto Gauto will open the exhibit with remarks at 7:00 PM.
Additional hours:
Saturday, October 29, 2011 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Bison Feeding Hayrides - Ft Worth
Tuesday & Thursday,
December 27 & 29
10 - 11:30 a.m.
1 - 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy an old-fashioned hayride to the bison range where you will get to see the bison up close as you
assist staff with feeding the bison range cubes. We will also share our bison management practices and see the equipment necessary to care for these large animals. During the hayride, we will discuss the habitats represented at the Nature Center. Pre- registration required. $16 (includes admission)/MEMBERS $8.
Resolution Hike - Ft Worth
It is New Year’s Eve and you know that that means: resolutions. Make a resolution of getting outdoors and enjoying our wonderful natural world. Visit with us and get into the habit of hiking and learning about our local flora and fauna. $5 (with admission)/MEMBERS FREE.
Current Admission fees:
$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)
Winter Constellations - Ft Worth
Winter is a great time for stargazing. The skies are clearer and you do not have to stay up too late to see
the stars. For those that are not familiar with some of the constellations that are above you, stop by and learn some of the common constellations we have in our night sky. Programs are :30 and begin on the hour and half hour. FREE (with paid admission).
Current Admission fees:
$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)
Tree-cycle - Ft Worth
The Nature Center is fortunate to be surrounded with many trees. In the spring and summer, we can take in the beauty of the dark greens. In the fall, we can enjoy the reds, oranges and yellows leaves. In winter, the silhouettes of branches is great for exposing birds. Join us as we discuss the importance of trees in the ecosystem throughout their life cycle. $5 (with paid admission)/ MEMBERS FREE.
Current Admission fees:
$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)
Make A Bird Feeder - Ft Worth
Winter can be a little more difficult for birds to find food. Let us help them out a little bit and make some bird
feeders. When you stop by the Visitors’ Center, join us in making a feeder to take home. Supplement a bird’s diet and attract more birds to your backyard. FREE (with paid admission).
Current Admission fees:
$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)
The Way Things Were - Ft Worth
The Nature Center is a very large place and takes lots of dedication and hard work to maintain it. In addition to the space, we are affected by invasive and non-native plants outcompeting our native plants. Learn about the various invasive and non-native plants that have adversely affected the native flora and fauna and how we are trying to restore the ecological balance. $5 (with paid admission).
Current Admission fees:
$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)
Bottomlands Hike - Ft Worth
The Bottomlands along the river and creeks of the Nature Center are a great place to see many different species of wildlife. Join us as we hike around the Wild Plum Trail and Forked Tail Creek Trail to take in this habitat and see the wildlife that are stirring. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.
Current Admission fees:
$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)