Nature Center

We maintain over 11 miles of trails on Bear Springs Blossom. It is a lot of work, but it is wonderful to see how Nature can be restored. This refuge is now home to a variety of native wildlife species. Over 88 bird species have been sighted on the property. 6 pairs of the endangered Golden cheeked Warbler found a home and raise here their young ones. More than 30 grass species found a place to survive. Outdoor gardens provide opportunities for visitors to view wildflowers and herbs, birds and butterflies in season.

Activities

Seasonal Nature walks for all ages are offered throughout the year. Wildflower walks, Fall foliage walks, native grass workshops and early morning bird walks provide year-round entertainment as well as first-rate learning experiences. During the summer months, evening Nature walks provide an opportunity to learn about nocturnal creatures.

Bear Springs Blossom is open to the public for guided tours and other programs. This provides an opportunity to educate people about species conservation. "We want people to see all variations of Nature, particularly those that make them go 'wow'", says Peter Bonenberger. "It reminds them that Nature is fascination and there are wonders in it, like orchids without leaves, the rare Texas Madrone or the endangered Golden cheeked Warbler. We hope that seeing well cared for animals and plants will make people think more about Nature and the fact that it is a good thing to preserve." Nature can exist without humans, but humans cannot exist without Nature.
"What we do pales in comparison to what people could do," says Marianne. "Ensuring that people care about Nature goes hand in hand with conserving it. Because if people don't care, the other part is pointless!"
In addition to our regular schedule of Nature-related programs, special events include:
How to build a house in the Texas Hill Country, individual Native plant advice, advice on Solar-, PV- + Wind energy; rainwater harvesting and special events for members and friends.

Our Drop-Off-Recycling station helps people to reduce air pollution and water contamination.
Peter and Marianne spend many volunteer hours to give the people the opportunity to recycle for FREE. "The less material goes into the landfills, the better it is for Nature, for our water- and air quality," says Marianne Bonenberger.

Membership