Student Programs and Tours
Nature of Learning Field Trips
Price: $9 per student/$7 per student-Title 1 Schools
Please note, a minimum of 15 student participants is required. If fewer than 15 students attend, a minimum of $135 will be charged for the program.
Program Options:
Wet & Wild: Wetland Researchers
Appropriate for 3rd-9th grade
Wetlands are very important for south Texas plants and animals, as well as humans. Using the scientific method students help Audubon Educators check the health of local wetlands by investigating its inhabitants and water quality.
Amazing Avian Adaptations
Appropriate for 2nd-5th grade
Be a bird’s best friend by learning about their amazing adaptations, surveying birds and learning about their various habitats, and discuss their conservation in your community.
Request a Program
To request a program for your class, please complete our Academic Program Request Form.
Customize Your Program
Some programs can be customized to align with students’ learning goals and grade level, from Kindergarten to 12th grade!
Contact us at 210-628-1639 or mlac@audubon.org for more information.
Guided and Unguided Tours
Guided and Unguided tours are a relaxed, outdoor field trip. There’s no science journal or activity stations; just freedom to explore the wonders of Texas native flora and fauna with expert guides explaining the history of Mitchell Lake, the importance of our habitats, and the wonders of all that we find on our expansive grounds. Tours can be scheduled year-round, Tuesday - Thursday.
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.
Price: $6 per student
Please note, a minimum of 10 student participants is required. If fewer than 10 students attend, a minimum of $60 will be charged for the program.
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.
Price: $3.50 per student; $5 per adult
Customize Your Program
Some programs can be customized to align with students’ learning goals and grade level, from Kindergarten to 12th grade!
Contact us at 210-628-1639 or mlac@audubon.org for more information.
Request a Tour
To request a Guided or Unguided Tour, please fill out our Community Program and Tour Request Form.
Accessibility Statement: Mitchell Lake Audubon Center welcomes everyone, no matter their physical or mental abilities. Please let us know of any accomodations needed no less than one (1) week prior to your scheduled program.
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