Spring Migration Birding & Nature Journaling in Galveston

Explore the Coastal Heritage Preserve on a nature journaling walk. Slow down, sharpen your observation skills, and connect with the coastal landscape through curiosity and creativity.

• Walk through permanently preserved coastal prairie and wetlands
• Look for birds during spring migration
• Document plants, wildlife, and natural patterns through art

What's Included

• Binoculars available to borrow

Important details

• Ages 12+ only. Children under 16 require an accompanying adult.
• No pets allowed.
• No strollers or wagons allowed.
• Review the American Bird Association Code of Birding Ethics before arriving. Avoid disturbing birds or exposing them to danger.
• Stay on mowed paths, walk slowly, and talk quietly. Respect wildlife, other visitors, and facility structures.
• Park in designated areas and keep vehicles off the trails. Keep skateboards, bikes, and scooters in parking areas.
• Take your trash with you and do not feed wildlife.
• No fishing, hunting, firearms, alcohol, drugs, smoking, or fires allowed.
• Arrive a few minutes early to sign a waiver and pick out binoculars.
• Exit the preserve by 7:00 pm to avoid the risk of your vehicle being towed off the property.