This summer, head out to the Wetlands and discover nature through our fun, interactive and hands on programs. Whether its family fun days, delicious outdoor cooking, wild nature walks, adventurous summer camps, or kids only overnights, there's something for everyone!
Summer Nature Camps
Parents, are you looking for something for your little ones to do this summer? Why not send them to Nature Camp, where they will learn all about animals, plants, and our outdoor world! Kids will have a wonderful time exploring the outdoors, seeing animals up close, creating cool arts and craft, and learning to appreciate the environment. All programs are grade level specific and activities are appropriate for the age group specified. Fee includes snacks, materials, and supplies. Lunch is not included and sack lunches are necessary for camps running until 2 or later.
Registration deadline is one week prior to camp. Space is limited, so please register your children early!
Polliwogs Nature Camp
Ages: 4 to 5 (going into Kinder and 1st grade)
Dates: Tuesday, July 8th to Friday, July 11th
Time: 8 am to 12 pm
Fee: $8 per day Member child. $10 per day non-Member child.
Eco-Explorers Nature Camp
Ages: 6 to 8 (going into 2nd, 3rd or 4th grade)
Dates: Tuesday, July 22nd to Friday, July 25th
Time: 8:30 am to 2:30 pm (early drop off available at 8 am)
Fee: $12 per day Member child. $15 per day non-Member child.
Aquanuts Nature Camp
Ages: 9 - 12 (going into 5th, 6th and 7th grade)
Dates: Tuesday, June 17th to Friday, June 20th
Time: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm (early drop off available at 8 am)
Fee: $15 per day Member child. $18 per day non-Member child.
Leadership in Nature
Ages: 13 - 18 (8th grade and High School students)
Dates: August 4th to August 8th
Time: 8 am to 4:30 pm
Fee: $20 per day Member. $25 per day non-Member.
ECISD Science Camp
Grade: Edinburg CISD Science GT students, Grades 4th & 5th
Dates: June 9th - 13th and June 23rd - 27th
Time: 8:30 am to 11:30 pm
Fee: $35 per week or $7 per day.
Click HERE for Day Camp flyer.
Nature at Night! Overnight Camp-ins
Kids, come explore the wonders of night time! During this overnight, EWBC staff will lead you and your friends through trail and pond exploration, where you can discover nocturnal creatures big and small. From frog calls to night moths to owls and other birds, there is a whole world to discover after dark! ! Kids will be camping inside the EWBC interpretive Center. Please bring sleeping bag and overnight personal gear, including dark clothing and flash lights. Dinner and breakfast will be provided, but additional snacks are welcome.
Registration deadline is one week prior to camp-in. Space is limited, so please register your early
Nature at Night: Boys Only!
Ages: 10 to 12
Dates: Thursday, July17th to Friday July 18th
Time: 6 pm (Thursday) to 9 am (Friday)
Fee: $25 member, $30 non-member
Nature at Night: Girl’s Only!
Ages: 9 to 11
Dates: Thursday, July 31st to Friday, August 1st
Time: 6 pm (Thursday) to 9 am (Friday)
Fee: $25 member, $30 non-member
Outdoor Cooking Series
This summer, let EWBC staff show you the joys of outdoor cooking, chuck wagon style! Each month, we will showcase a different menu, using Dutch Ovens and other outdoor cooking gear. During the presentation, we will also show you how to use and maintain your equipment, prepare food outdoors, and teach basic outdoor cooking skills. After watching our staff prepare the mouthwatering cuisine, you will be invited to taste the different items. Refreshing (non-alcoholic) beverages are also included.
Saturday, June 21st: Pan de Campo and Corn Bread
Saturday, July 19th: Cabrito & Game
Saturday, August 16th: Cobblers, Cookies and Muffins
Time: 11 am to 12 pm
Fee: $5 for adults. $2 per youth, 10 and up
Restrictions: For their safety, children under 10 are not allowed to participate.
Registration: Required. Please call at least two days in advance.
Summer Nature Explorations
Join the EWBC naturalist for wildlife observations and tours. Each day offers amazing sightings of animals that inhabit our gardens and wetlands. Binoculars, scopes and field guides are provided. To book a tour, please register at least two days in advanced.
Guided Bird Tour
DATE: Varies. Call Ahead for Schedule
TIME: 8:30 am to 10 am
FEE: FREE with Admission or Membership
Deck Observations at the
DATE: Every Friday & Saturday
TIME: 5:30 pm to 6 pm
FEE: FREE with Admission or Membership
Evening Critter Walk
DATE: Last Friday of the month
TIME: 7 pm to 9 pm
FEE: Members free. $3 per adult and $1 per child for non-members
“Friday Night with a Naturalist” Series
Upcoming Programs:
June & July: No programs
August 1:
Family Fun Day!
This summer, EWBC has a new nature series just for families! From little kids to “kids at heart”, this is your chance to have fun with your kids while exploring the many joys of nature! Reservations required at least TWO days in advance.
Dip netting
Saturday, June 7
10 am to 11:30 am
FEE: $5 for Member Family. $7 per non-Member family
Restrictions: One adult for every three children, ages 12 and under. Up to eight per family.
Solar Cooking
Saturday, July 5
11 am to 1 pm
FEE: $5 for Member Family. $7 per non-Member family
Restrictions: One adult for every three children, ages 12 and under. Up to eight per family.
Saturday, August 2
10 am to 11:30 am
FEE: $5 for Member Family. $7 per non-Member family
Restrictions: One adult for every three children, ages 12 and under. Up to eight per family.
FREE SUMMER SATURDAYS
On the last Saturday of the month through the summer, EWBC will open its doors for FREE to the general public. If you have not been into our beautiful center, this is your chance to check us out. Binoculars are available free of charge, with a driver’s license. Free entry does not include fee for concurring programs and activities.
Saturdays, June 28th, July 26th, August 30th
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fee: FREE ALL DAY
Kids’ Birding Club
SPRING SCHEDULE
Events are from 9:30 a.m to 11:30 a.m.
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June 14 Journal Writing Fee: Member’s Free, $2.00 Non-member July 12 Fee: $3 Member, $6 Non-Member July 26 Bird Behavior Fee: Member’s Free, $2.00 Non-member August 9 Bird Flights Fee: Member’s Free, $2.00 Non-member August 23 Birds & Weather Fee: Member’s Free, $2.00 Non-member
Just For Scouts
Our programming will help your Scout complete badge or patch requirements.
Junior Girl Scouts : “Outdoor Surroundings”
Wednesday, June 25th
9 am – 11 am
Fee: $4/scout
Tiger/Wolf Cub Scouts: “Sharing Your World with Wildlife”
Wednesday, July 30th
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Fee: $6/scout