Upcoming workshops and events.
April 6 | Public Tour
A showcase of our land stewardship and conservation activities on Bamberger Ranch Preserve.
April 29 | Wildlife Enhancement Workshop
Learn effective wildlife management techniques for native Texas wildlife species.
May 8 | Annual Family Day, Picnic, and Spring Saunter
Bring your own picnic lunch to dine at one of our many beautiful spots on the ranch! (No alcohol, please.) Walk our trail system and take a Selah moment to consider the beauty of the Hill Country! Please remember to leave all pets at home. All proceeds go to our environmental education programs!
May 10 | Public Tour
A showcase of our land stewardship and conservation activities on Bamberger Ranch Preserve.
May 13th | Land Stewardship Workshop
A day on the ranch with emphasis on stewardship for the large or small landowner or anyone considering buying land, who wants to know how to improve land for all plant and animal species. Transportation is on the Bluebonnet.
May 20th | Land Stewardship Workshop
A day on the ranch with emphasis on stewardship for the large or small landowner or anyone considering buying land, who wants to know how to improve land for all plant and animal species. Transportation is on the Bluebonnet.
June 23 | Public Tour
A showcase of our land stewardship and conservation activities on Bamberger Ranch Preserve.
July 28 | Public Tour
A showcase of our land stewardship and conservation activities on Bamberger Ranch Preserve.
September 16 | Land Stewardship Workshop
A day on the ranch with emphasis on stewardship for the large or small landowner or anyone considering buying land, who wants to know how to improve land for all plant and animal species. Transportation is on the Bluebonnet.
September 23 | Land Stewardship Workshop
A day on the ranch with emphasis on stewardship for the large or small landowner or anyone considering buying land, who wants to know how to improve land for all plant and animal species. Transportation is on the Bluebonnet.
October 14th | Tree and Shrub Workshop
An outdoor workshop at Selah learning how to identify trees and shrubs using the leaf form and leaf attachment as key characteristics. Diversity of trees and shrubs is important for the health of your land and your wildlife, and selecting the best plants for your soil and range site is important.
October 21st | Native Grass Workshop
An outdoor workshop at Selah learning about grasses. The importance of grasses in conservation cannot be overstated, because they protect and build soils as well as improve water infiltration and aquifer recharge.
November 10 | Public Tour
A showcase of our land stewardship and conservation activities on Bamberger Ranch Preserve.
November 18 | Fall Colors Hike
Join us for a hike through the beautiful fall colors at Bamberger Ranch Preserve!
December 14 | Public Tour
A showcase of our land stewardship and conservation activities on Bamberger Ranch Preserve.
March 10 | Public Tour
A showcase of our land stewardship and conservation activities on Bamberger Ranch Preserve.
September 21 | Public Tour
A showcase of our land stewardship and conservation activities on Bamberger Ranch Preserve.
May 15th | Land Stewardship Workshop
A day on the ranch with emphasis on stewardship for the large or small landowner or anyone considering buying land, who wants to know how to improve land for all plant and animal species. Transportation is on the Bluebonnet.
March 26th | Herp Day
An outdoor workshop at Selah designed for kids ages 10-15 who are interested in learning field techniques associated with herpetology field work.
Fall Colors Hike
Enjoy a self-guided hike around Madrone Lake and the rarely visited Louis Bromfield Trail.
Walk and hike at your own pace. Informational signs mark the locations of the unique and native species you will see. Take pictures, bring your families and enjoy a morning of vibrant colors seen in native grasses, Big Tooth Maples, Bald Cypress, Oaks and many more!
Native Grass Workshop
An outdoor workshop at Selah learning about grasses. The importance of grasses in conservation cannot be overstated, because they protect and build soils as well as improve water infiltration and aquifer recharge.
Land Stewardship Workshop
A day on the ranch with emphasis on stewardship for the large or small landowner or anyone considering buying land, who wants to know how to improve land for all plant and animal species. Transportation is on the Bluebonnet.
Oct. 2nd Public Tour
On our 4 hour tours (9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) of the ranch you will see the results of 50+ years of habitat restoration. We will show you projects which demonstrate principles of good stewardship.
You may also see dinosaur tracks, fossil beds, a herd of endangered Scimitar-horned Oryx, the “Chiroptorium” which is a man made bat cave designed to hold a million Mexican Free-tailed bats. You’ll walk the nature trail and then enjoy Madrone Lake as you watch “The Rain Machine.”
Transportation is on the Bluebonnet, an open air trailer with a shade bonnet, so dress for the weather; and don’t forget a hat!
Wildlife Enhancement Workshop
Whether you have Wildlife Tax Valuation on your land, plan to apply for it in the future, or don’t have it at all, the techniques and management practices listed under the Tax Code for Wildlife Valuation all benefit your wildlife populations and diversity.
September School Visit, Group 2
This is a booked school tour. If you are interested in booking your own school visit, please contact us here.
For more than a decade, the Bamberger Ranch Preserve has been providing custom-designed educational programs for school groups from all over Central Texas. We pride ourselves on providing hands on science-based outdoor experiences to prepare students with the knowledge to master the TEKS requirements. We are able to accomplish this through a state Board of Education certified staff and one incredible classroom.
September School Visit, Group 1
This is a booked school visit. If you are interested in booking your own school visit, please contact us here.
For more than a decade, the Bamberger Ranch Preserve has been providing custom-designed educational programs for school groups from all over Central Texas. We pride ourselves on providing hands on science-based outdoor experiences to prepare students with the knowledge to master the TEKS requirements. We are able to accomplish this through a state Board of Education certified staff and one incredible classroom.
September School Visit, Group 1
This is a booked school visit. If you are interested in booking your own school visit, please contact us here.
For more than a decade, the Bamberger Ranch Preserve has been providing custom-designed educational programs for school groups from all over Central Texas. We pride ourselves on providing hands on science-based outdoor experiences to prepare students with the knowledge to master the TEKS requirements. We are able to accomplish this through a state Board of Education certified staff and one incredible classroom.
