EVENTS
SPRING BIRD WALKS »
Join us for a bird walk this spring led by local avian biologists! Westcave hosts over 170 species of birds and spring migration is one of the best times to experience our avian population. From the endangered golden-cheeked warbler to the colorful painted bunting we have it all! All levels of birding are welcome. Walks start at 8am and last 1-2 hours.
$15 per person
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BIRDS & BREW »
May 5, 2018 5:30pm
We are debuting a new event called ‘Birds and Brew’ which will be held on May 5th, starting at 5:30pm. It is a birding and social event. Top avian biologists will be on-site to lead the hikes. The evening will end listening for the endangered golden-cheeked warbler while enjoying a BYOB/snack social hour on the east patio of the visitor’s center! This event is weather permitting.
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WILDFLOWER WALKS »
Spring is the perfect time to witness the hill country transform into a painted landscape of wildflowers. Come out for an expert-guided walk about wildflowers on the Uplands and find out what is blooming. The walk will wind through 1.5 miles of trails and will last about an hour. These walks are weather permitting.
Wildflower Walks will begin at 10:30 am and last 1-2 hours on the following days:
- April...
BOOK SIGNINGS & PRESENTATIONS »
The Natural & Human History of a Hill Country Nature Preserve
In the heart of the Texas Hill Country lies an astonishing place called Westcave Preserve, a 76-acre nature preserve and environmental education facility in western Travis County, near Austin, that provides a sanctuary for the flora and fauna of surprisingly diverse ecosystems.
Westcave has been connecting children and families to nature since 1976, when the...
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STAR PARTY »
Tour the night skies at Westcave Preserve, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope.
With local astronomers on hand to answer questions, you'll be delighted and amazed by what you see and learn!
$15 adult (18+) | $5 child (4 - 17)
2018 Star Party Dates:
- April 14, 8:30 - 10:30pm
- May 19,...
MONTHLY WORKDAYS - VOLUNTEER »
Westcave relies on volunteers to preserve and protect its beautiful landscape so present and future generations can enjoy it. Our staff and volunteers have fun and work hard. If you are up for both, Westcave is your place, we welcome all levels of talent.
Workday projects include but are not limited to the following-
Trail Building & Maintenance - Help us with trail building and maintenance as needed. This may...
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