With an expert guide by your side, explore the wonders of Mitchell Lake and experience the local flora and fauna as the students hike to Bird Pond and back. Or, venture out on a self-led tour of our 1,200 acre preserve, equipped with a paper guide. Choose from different activities and Q&As to do with your students.
Student Tours
Student tours are a great, cost-effective way to get your students outside! Exposure to nature can inspire critical thinking. Whether through one of our guides or your leadership along with our suggestions, an interpretive tour through nature can educate and inspire.
Guided Tours
With an expert guide by your side, explore the wonders of Mitchell Lake and experience the local flora and fauna as the students hike to Bird Pond and back.
Year-round, Tuesday-Sunday, $5 per person
Unguided Tours
Venture out on a self-led tour of our 1,200 acre preserve, equipped with a paper guide. Choose from different activities and Q&As to do with your students.
Year-round, Tuesday-Sunday, $3.50 per person
Request a Program
To schedule a tour, please fill out our Academic Guided or Unguided Tour Form.
Teachers, get up to $2,000 toward your field trip!
SAWS mini-grants subsidize field trips for students pre-K–12. Funds can be used for transportation reimbursement, admission, and workshop costs up to $2,000.
How you can help, right now
Support Our Center
Be a part of conservation and outdoor education work surrounding Mitchell Lake in south San Antonio.
Become a Member
Enjoy free admission, discounts in our nature store, and free and discounted programs.
