Environmental Learning Center Rental

Environmental Learning Center Rental

Our award-winning Warren Skarren Environmental Learning Center is the perfect place for a work, social, or corporate meeting to escape into the quiet tranquility of the Texas Hill Country. At 3,000 square feet this LEED-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) green building features a solar observatory, analemma, water catchment, and geothermal heating.

(8am - 5pm) Monday-Sunday

(Saturday & Sunday are possible for half building)

  • Discounts are available for non-profits and partner organizations!

    Half Environmental Learning Center (ELC) Rental)

    • Half day/Half ELC (South Classroom) rental: $500.00

    • Full day/Half ELC (South Classroom) rental: $1,000.00

    Entire Environmental Learning Center (ELC) Rental

    • Half day/Entire ELC rental: $1,250.00

    • Full day/Entire ELC rental: $2,500.00

    *Discounts are available for non-profits and partner organizations

    Deposit: All Environmental Learning Center Rentals need a $200 deposit to reserve the space. This deposit is non-refundable within two weeks from reservation date.

  • Includes use of the building, tables, chairs, picnic areas, etc. And restroom facilities.

    • (18) Plastic 6’0” folding tables

    • (10) Small 4‘0” Folding tables

    • (52) Padded folding chairs

    • (22) Unpadded folding chairs

    • (1) Mounted projection screens

    • (2) Mounted Dry Erase boards

    • (2) Flip Chart Stands

    • (2) Extension cords

    • (6) Patio Picnic Tables (about 8 people per table) (8) Picnic Tables (about 8-10 people per table)

    • (46) Parking Spots

    • (2 Handicap spots)

    • (1)  Optional Privacy screen available.

    • Wireless satellite internet

    Connection speeds may vary, it is recommended that all presentation and meeting materials be downloaded prior to arrival at Westcave.

  • As a non-profit organization, all facility rental opportunities at Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center must fall within our mission of inspiring a lifetime of protecting nature. For this reason, we require you to accept and acknowledge the below terms before your request to host an event at Westcave can be processed:

    • I understand that first and foremost, Westcave Preserve is a nature preserve and has federally protected endangered species. Westcave also protects many rare, endemic and fragile flora and fauna. It is also a geological gem that is a beautiful, sensitive and fragile area that can be damaged by off trail activity and other disruptive activities.

    • I understand that all regular preserve rules apply, including that:

    • I will not bring animals of any kind to Westcave.

    • I will not swim, wade, or make contact of any kind with any water at Westcave.

    • I will not bring food, gum, or drinks except bottled drinking water onto the trails.

    • I will not start fires, set off fireworks, smoke, use smoke making devices, or use stoves anywhere on the property at Westcave.

    • I will not collect or disturb natural materials.

    • I will not bring any glass bottles or containers onto the trails.

    • During Golden-cheeked Warbler season (March - July), I will not be unnecessarily loud

    • All people involved with a Facility Rental will stay on marked trails. I understand that Westcave staff has a zero-tolerance policy for off trail activity of any kind, including but not limited to: people, props, gear, lighting equipment, tripods, rigging, etc.

    • I agree that if Westcave staff determine wildlife is being impacted by any aspect of the event, I will immediately stop the event and stop the disruptive activity. *I understand that Facility Rental packages are limited to a maximum of 65 people (not including Westcave staff) at one time.

    • I understand that Facility Rentals are weather permitting and that staff may not be able to reschedule my event if inclement weather prevents the event from occurring on my scheduled date(s).

    • I understand that all equipment delivery prior to an event must be scheduled with Westcave staff and are subject to approval and availability.

    • I understand that other restrictions may apply. If additional restrictions apply to my request, I understand they will be determined during the confirmation process for my booking.

    • I understand if I, or any member of my party, does not follow any of the rules stated above a Westcave staff member reserves the right to correct the violation and/or evict individuals or groups from premises, at any time.

    • I understand that if I am asked to leave Westcave for any reason related to my violation of this agreement, my event package deposit will become a non-refundable fine and I may be charged additional fees.