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• TAS/FOB Field Trip at Balcones Canyonlands - Simons Tract

  • When
    Sunday, March 11, 2012
  •  
    7:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    15 attendees

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  Co-sponsored by Travis Audubon and Friends of Balcones Canyonlands NWR
  

  Please join us for a bird walk at the Balcones Canyonlands NWR. Participants will visit the Simons tract of the Refuge, which has a variety of habitats. We’ll be looking and listening for winter birds, early migrants, and the common residents. The trip is moderately strenuous and will include walking for approximately four hours on rocky, hill country terrain.

  The trip is limited to 15 participants and registration is required.  If you’re interested, REGISTER HERE. After you register, you will receive more details on the trip. For further questions, contact Shelia Hargis at Shelia.hargis@gmail.com or 512-294-0272.

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• TAS/FOB Field Trip at Balcones Canyonlands - New Salem/Post Oak Tract

  • When
    Sunday, April 08, 2012
  •  
    7:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    12 attendees

  Registration is closed

  
  Co-sponsored by Travis Audubon and Friends of Balcones Canyonlands NWR
  

  Please join us for a bird walk at the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife refuge. Participants will visit the New Salem and Post Oak tracts of the Refuge, which have a variety of habitats. We’ll be looking and listening for migrants and breeding birds including Golden-cheeked Warblers. The trip is moderately strenuous and will include walking for approximately four hours on rocky, hill country terrain. 

  The trip is limited to 12 participants and reservations are required. If you’re interested, REGISTER HERE. After you register, you will receive more details on the trip. For further questions, contact Shelia Hargis at Shelia.hargis@gmail.com or 512-294-0272.

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• Spring Wildflowers on the Refuge with Diane Sherrill

  • When
    Sunday, April 22, 2012
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge
  • Spaces left
    8
  • Registered
    7 attendees

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  Join Diane Sherrill, owner of NativeEarthscapes, for a tour of one of the most beautiful tracts on the Refuge. With some winter rains, we're hoping for a good wildflower season, in spite of the horrendous drought. Other plants--grasses, trees and shrubs--will also be noted. Tips on identification, drought tolerance, wildlife preferences, and landscaping will be discussed. Be prepared for a 3 hour hike in Hill Country terrain. Dress for the weather, including sturdy walking shoes. Bring water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, and a curious attitude.

  Directions will be provided after registration is received.

  Registration is limited to 15 people.

   

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• Balcones Songbird Festival

  • Start
    Friday, April 27, 2012
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  • End
    Monday, April 30, 2012
  • Location
    Balcones Canyonlands NWR

  
  

  
  

  see our Tour Lineup
  
  Birding Tours & Workshops

  Nature Tours & Presentations

  Bird Countdown Sessions
  
  

  
  

  VENT, BIRDQUEST & FIELD GUIDES are leading tours in addition to our signature birding tours led by TAS (Travis Audubon Society), ABC (American Birding Conservancy), and other like-minded organization members.

  
  

  Equally intriguing are the nature tours that include Blossoms, Butterflies, and Bird Identification for Beginners led by NPSOT (Native Plant Society of Texas) member, Joan Mukherjee and Native Plants on the Refuge lead by Biologist Bill Carr & Diane Sherrill of NativeEarthscapes. 

  
  

  Bring your friends and enjoy the tours with nature experts who can help you see the endangered songbirds, unique native plants and wildlife in the natural habitat of the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge. 
  

  
  

  Sunday Afternoon the SONGBIRD SAFARI ADVENTURES begin! Bring the family for activities and exhibits to educate and delight children of all ages! 

  
  

  
  

  REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR NATURE TOURS 

  Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge 

  Located about 30 miles NW of Austin, TX. 

  call: (512) 965-2473 

  email: friends@friendsofbalcones.org

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