Trail Tales
From owl encounters to camper discoveries, the trails at The Cibolo are full of unforgettable moments. Noah Lawrence shares a few favorite stories that celebrate the wonder of slowing down and paying attention to the world around us.
Putting Childhood Back in Motion
Did you know that the average child has only 4-7 minutes of unstructured outdoor play daily, but average screen times are up to 7 hours per day? Discover how The Nest is getting children and their families outside.
Bee Program at Herff Farm
The Cibolo’s Bee Program supports pollinator conservation and provides meaningful learning opportunities for children through nature-based education programming at Herff Farm.
Thorn Pigs of The Cibolo
Discover why Craig Hensley recommends looking up once in a while the next time you wander the trails of The Cibolo.
The Mouse Bird of Cibolo Creek
Discover the mouse bird of Cibolo Creek with Craig Hensley. From elusive Winter Wrens to Barred Owls, embrace patience and wonder on your next nature walk.
Teen Ambassador Program
Our Teen Ambassadors lead interactive lessons in the Visitor Center, answer questions at Herff Farm, and engage with visitors on the trails. If you see one while exploring The Cibolo, be sure to stop and chat!
A Hoot of a Time
Craig Hensley recalls a special Barred Owl calling trip at the Cibolo Nature Center with his young nephew.
A Time to Connect
Craig Hensley invites us to reconnect with the natural world using some help from tools like iNaturalist and the annual City Nature Challenge.