This Thursday, we're welcoming Justin LeClaire, an Avian Conservation Biologist with cbbep specializing in managing and monitoring rookery islands in the Laguna Madre for declining colonial nesting water birds!🙌 In addition to his professional work, he serves as the Field Trip Coordinator for the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival and has dedicated thousands of volunteer hours to wildlife research projects, rescues, and eBird reviewing🐦✅ Join Justin for a presentation detailing the challenges and conservation efforts shaping the future of Texas' costal birds, FREE with general park admission #mcallenevents #coastalbirdconservation #conservationintexas #quintamazatlan #exploremcallen

Coastal birds in Texas face mounting threats from all sides, including habitat loss, human disturbance, increased predators, and the accelerating impacts of climate change. 🌎😥 Join Avian Conservation Biologist with the Coastal Bend Bays & Estuaries Program Justin LeClaire, this Thursday, February 26th for insight into the conservation work being done across key sites such as the Laguna Madre, Boca Chica, La Sal del Rey, and other critical coastal habitats, as well as the actions that can help protect these vulnerable species.🌳 #southtexasecology #coastalbirdconservation #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

For decades, the Rio Grande Valley has seen rapid growth and urbanization🏙- Houses, roads, stores, sidewalks. Like every ecosystem, our growing cities need balance. This Stem Stops we take a closer look at the infrastructure that keeps urban ecosystems balanced and healthy- Native Trees! 🌳 #STEM #southtexastrees #urbanecosystems #plantnative #quintamazatlan

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Did You Know? - Trees increase biodiversity and remove pollutants from the air! 🍃On this exploration of urban ecosystems, visitors will understand the importance of trees in cities, especially those native to the region. Join us tomorrow at STEM Stops to learn more.🌳 #STEM #Urbanecosystems #plantnative #southtexasecology #quintamazatlan

Take a closer look at one of South Texas’ most beloved pollinators with a professional beekeeper and self-described “bee bother-er.” Devin Johnston!✨🌼 Explore the often-hidden reproductive lives of native bees, and the surprising differences and shared strategies that connect the Valley’s diverse bee species.🐝 #nativebees #quintamazatlan #beekeeper #southtexasecology #mcallenevents

Join us tomorrow for our weekly "Walk With A Naturalist" program, offered Wednesdays from 9 AM - 10 AM. We will be taking a walk around the park and observing plants in bloom and the animals that call Quinta Mazatlan home - binoculars are available to borrow if needed. Program included with park admission.

Interested in keeping dance accessible, building community, and encouraging connection, Laurenzi started a series called TERRESTRIALscapes (TS); a reflective experience that takes place in nature and stimulates creativity as participants respond to the experience through movement, writing, and art-making. Participants meet up and take short hikes pausing for a reflection and guided movement meditations Join Gina Wednesday at 6:30pm for General Movement in Nature! 🍃 Tickets at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com #exploremcallem #natureconnection #meditation #quintamazataln

Interested in keeping dance accessible, building community, and encouraging connection, Laurenzi started a series called TERRESTRIALscapes (TS); a reflective experience that takes place in nature and stimulates creativity as participants respond to the experience through movement, writing, and art-making. Participants meet up and take short hikes pausing for a reflection and guided movement meditations Join Gina Wednesday at 6:30pm for General Movement in Nature! 🍃 Tickets at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com #exploremcallem #natureconnection #meditation #quintamazataln

While bees are best known for their vital role in pollinating plants, much of their most important work happens quietly and out of sight.🐝 This Thursday Night Live join Devin Johnston for an engaging presentation, exploring the often-hidden reproductive lives of native bees, learning how different species court, mate, nest, and ensure the survival of future generations.🌼💛 #nativebees #love #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents #thursdaynightlive

While bees are best known for their vital role in pollinating plants, much of their most important work happens quietly and out of sight.🐝 This Thursday Night Live join Devin Johnston for an engaging presentation, exploring the often-hidden reproductive lives of native bees, learning how different species court, mate, nest, and ensure the survival of future generations.🌼💛 #nativebees #love #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents #thursdaynightlive