events
Join us for a WILD time at the Wetland!
Enjoy Story Time & S’mores with a Wetland Twist
Once upon a time, a little boy made a historic discovery. Tim Brys, with the Perot Museum of Nature & Science, tells the tale in a very special evening that includes a wetland boardwalk, engaging discussion, crafts for the kids and s’mores. Register now! Friday, April 25, 6-8 p.m.
It’s en Plein Air: Wetland Watercolors
Harness your creativity in a plein air watercolor painting session led by Thomas Strimpel, our resident visual artist and education coordinator. Please register. Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fly In for World Migratory Bird Day
Join us and partners Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, Native Plant Society of Texas, North Texas Master Naturalists, North Texas Renewable Energy Engineering and others for a celebration of migratory birds and the habitats they rely on. Enjoy bird tours (9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m.), nature exhibits, live birds of prey (9 a.m.–12 p.m.), native plants, a food truck, special guest Kathy “Mama Eagle” Decker and much more. Don’t miss the world premiere of our eagle highlight reel featuring eaglets JBS 22 and JBS 23!
Saturday, May 10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free with admission. Members free. No registration.
Flora, Fauna, Flowing, Free: A Wetland Recital
Soak in the sounds of the wetland with a one-of-a-kind musical evening featuring professional opera singer and JBS educator Susannah Woodruff. The night includes a world premiere by Dallas composer Samuel K. Sweet, inspired by the rhythms and beauty of the wetlands. A VIP reception and meet-and-greet with the artist follows. Seating is limited, so buy tickets today!
Friday, June 13. The recital begins at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. for you to explore the wetland before the concert.
JBS SUMMER STEM PROGRAM
Hands-on. Outdoor. Eye-opening. This five-day immersive program introduces teens to wetland ecology, environmental science and engineering through guided fieldwork, lab investigations and nature walks. Daily themes include wetland ecology and wildlife, bird biology (ornithology), eco-engineering and design, Blackland Prairie habitats and local geology.
This program is perfect for young minds ages 14-18 interested in STEM, conservation and the natural world. Scholarships are available!
Two sessions to choose from: May 27-31 or June 3-7. 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Classes are limited to 20 students.