Did you know that one in every three bites of food you eat is made possible by pollinators? Our beloved bees, butterflies, and birds play an important role in our ecosystem, but they need our help to keep doing their job. Join Green Spaces Alliance to learn how you can show your love for pollinators […]
On this guided bird tour around the various habitats of Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, guests will see at least 30-50 different bird species with our expert guide. Travelling by both car and by foot to access as many areas as possible, this tour is best suited for the birder age 15+ as it can last […]
Join SAPL and the San Antonio Botanical Garden for a plant swap! Bring plants or plant cuttings to trade! Plants should be pest & disease free. No invasive plants. Seeds and other clean and in good condition plant supplies are also welcomed. Please label your plants if possible.
Join Conservation Educators with the San Antonio Botanical Garden on this guided tour to experience, Otherwild, featuring 10 Enchanted Trees throughout the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s 39 acres and a soaring SkyNet installation, Flora Borealis, above the Lucile Halsell Conservatory. This immersive exhibition celebrates color, connection, and the joy of shared experiences. Fee: Included […]
Join us at Mitchell Lake after dark to celebrate National Moth Week! This worldwide community science event highlights the beauty, diversity, and ecological importance of moths. Often called nature's nighttime pollinators, moths play a vital role in pollinating native plants and serve as an important food source for many birds and other wildlife. Learn about […]
Open to public with free admission. Contributions to Dr. Tom Harris Memorial Scholarship Fund are encouraged. Doors open to public at 11:30. Lunch provided by GVST members. Session 1: Rene Gonzalez, Senior Resource Analyst of Water Resources of San Antonio Water System, will explain how drought is defined, current drought conditions and Impacts to the […]
Join Ashton Ellis at Gardopia Gardens to learn the best secrets to caring for your garden through the summer. He'll discuss ways to prep your soil for fall as well as the best things to plant in a Texas summer garden. Tickets are donation based.
Community Access Coordinators and Conservation Educators will host an educational program all about gardening with Texas native plants. Activities will include making seed balls with Texas wildflower seeds, a pollinator matching game, and information about how planting Texas native wildflowers supports local ecosystems and saves water!
Come to Eco Centro for another delightful presentation by Gregg Eckhardt of San Antonio Water Systems, who will take you on an engaging exploration of the San Antonio River history. The San Antonio River is deeply embedded in the identity and culture of our city. This workshop details the economic, environmental, and cultural importance of […]
Community Access Coordinators and Conservation Educators will host an educational program all about gardening with Texas native plants. Activities will include making seed paper with Texas wildflower seeds, a pollinator matching game, and information about how planting Texas native wildflowers supports local ecosystems and saves water!
Join the staff of Mitchell Lake Audubon Center for an engaging presentation on the bird species that visit Mitchell Lake and South Texas. Learn what it means for San Antonio to be a Bird City and discover the stunning diversity of birds you can expect this fall and winter, while gaining valuable insights into how […]
Get outside in celebration of World Nature Conservation Day and enjoy free entry all day at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center. Participate in the conservation of our natural world, and take home native plant educational material to learn what plants would work best in your space to save water and attract beneficial pollinators.