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3 years ago

Me, a stranger walked in a groovy home of birds, s...

Me, a stranger walked in a groovy home of birds, squirrels, rabbits, reptiles, fishes and insects, and fortunately they showed no rejection on me.
I soften my footsteps for trying not to disturb their fun or rest.
Sometime, I pretended I was a tree, remained silent to watch their recreation and relaxation.
If you are a nature lover, don't miss this marvelous spot!

B
3 years ago

This is a beautiful sanctuary with a lot of potent...

This is a beautiful sanctuary with a lot of potential. However I have been every day of the week and the majority of the "wildlife" i've seen has been human. Many many people come here to walk their dogs and hike their screaming children around and stroller-gossip. Very few respect the sanctuary nature of the place. Even the topmost google review has a photo of a child throwing her toy in to the aquatic habitat. Funny note that your pet must be cleared for sanctuary approved behavior but your child does not. Might as well be a bird feeder in a public park.

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3 years ago

Nice little nature park with a lot of walking trai...

Nice little nature park with a lot of walking trails. Calm and quiet. For parking, set the location to 'Houston Audubon Society' if you are visiting here. You can't see the entrance very clearly but when you see the wooden board of 'Houston Audubon Society' that is the place where you have to enter.

Most of the areas around the park is clean and well-maintained. Average vehicle park may be for 10-12 vehicles. There is a restroom.

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4 years ago

Calm

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4 years ago

Very nice and quiet like i like.. All you hear is ...

Very nice and quiet like i like.. All you hear is birds chirping and squirrels climbing the trees. Beautiful creek and beautiful little ponds and lots of areas to sit and relax and meditate if you wish. I saw birds, an owl that flew right pass me and my children, and a rabbit as we were leaving. I'm sure there are much more animals but we didn't stay too long.

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4 years ago

A fantastic hidden gem hidden near Memorial and Be...

A fantastic hidden gem hidden near Memorial and Beltway 8. I was surprised with the woodsie shade and numerous trails. The design was nice and easy to view the birds in the trees. I was impressed with the lazy creek that flows through the Audubon park. A few mini bridges that cross the creek were well built and nice to look over and take pics of birds or simply hang out and listen to the many bird songs. Thankful its 10min from my house.

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4 years ago

It's a beautiful park but the parking is terrible....

It's a beautiful park but the parking is terrible. Because the park is located in a neighborhood and all the visitors park along the side. The two way street effectively becomes a one way street. You're likely to have a hard time getting out. Be prepared if you decide to go.

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4 years ago

It is a great organization that provides great res...

It is a great organization that provides great resources and educational options using nature for Houstonians. It is a great place for a hike in the concrete jungle we call Houston. Keep in mind there is limited parking, you should bring a water bottle, and wear bug spray.

About Houston Audubon Society

Houston Audubon Society: Promoting Conservation and Appreciation of Birds and Wildlife Habitat

Houston Audubon Society is a non-profit organization that has been promoting the conservation and appreciation of birds and wildlife habitat in the Texas Gulf Coast region for over 50 years. The society manages 17 sanctuaries, which are home to a diverse range of bird species, including some rare ones. In addition to managing these sanctuaries, Houston Audubon also provides educational programs and activities for all age groups, sponsors Texas Rare Bird Alert, and advocates for conservation policies.

Conservation Efforts

Houston Audubon's primary goal is to protect birds and their habitats. The society achieves this by acquiring land or easements on land that are important for bird populations. These lands are then managed in ways that promote healthy ecosystems for birds to thrive in. Houston Audubon also works with private landowners to encourage them to adopt bird-friendly practices on their properties.

The society's efforts have paid off over the years as they have helped increase the populations of several endangered or threatened species such as Red-cockaded Woodpecker, Whooping Crane, Piping Plover, Least Terns among others.

Sanctuaries

Houston Audubon manages 17 sanctuaries across the Texas Gulf Coast region. These sanctuaries provide critical habitat for many bird species throughout their migration routes or breeding seasons. Some of these sanctuaries include High Island Sanctuaries (Boy Scout Woods & Smith Oaks), Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary & Coastal Heritage Preserve among others.

Visitors can enjoy hiking trails through forests or wetlands while observing various bird species at these sites throughout the year.

Educational Programs

Houston Audubon offers educational programs designed to teach people about birds' importance in our ecosystem while encouraging them to take action towards conserving them. These programs include field trips led by experienced guides who help visitors identify different bird species while providing information about their behavior patterns.

The society also offers summer camps where children can learn about nature through hands-on activities such as hiking trails or building nest boxes with guidance from experts in environmental education fields.

Texas Rare Bird Alert

Texas Rare Bird Alert is a program sponsored by Houston Audubon that provides up-to-date information on rare sightings of birds within Texas state boundaries via email alerts sent out daily during peak migration periods (spring & fall). This program helps researchers track migratory patterns while providing valuable data on rare sightings within Texas borders.

Advocacy Efforts

In addition to its conservation efforts, Houston Audubon advocates for policies that promote healthy ecosystems necessary for birds' survival across local communities' political spectrum. The organization works closely with government agencies at all levels - local municipalities up through federal agencies - advocating policies aimed at protecting natural resources vital not only for avian life but human life too!

Conclusion:

In conclusion, Houston Audoban Society has been doing an excellent job promoting conservation efforts towards protecting avian life across Texas Gulf Coast Region since its inception over five decades ago! With its vast network of Sancturies spread across different locations along with educational programs designed specifically around environmental education fields like summer camps etc., it has become one-stop-shop destination when it comes down learning more about nature around us!

Houston Audubon Society

Houston Audubon Society

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