Austin, TX: Nature Nights – Spooky Critters

Nature Nights are free, family-friendly events filled with exciting explorations of native plants, animals and the ecology of Central Texas. Each evening features interactive presentations, hikes with experts in their fields, and nature crafting for kids of all ages.

In anticipation of Halloween, guests of all ages can: 

  • Learn about nighttime critters, including bats. 
  • Discover whether spiders are pollinators.
  • See what the gardens look light once the sun goes down and more!

Austin, TX: Nature Nights: Wild Things in The Garden

Nature Nights are free, family-friendly events filled with exciting explorations of native plants, animals and the ecology of Central Texas. Each evening features interactive presentations, hikes with experts in their fields, and nature crafting for kids of all ages.

Amazing Birds: Explore the adaptations that help birds fly and investigate the wingspans of an albatross, falcon, and vulture. Determine how a bird’s wingspan affects flight and design an Amazing Bird glider that will remain in flight for as long as possible.

Austin, TX: Homeschool Day @ The Bullock

Connect with Texas nature, wildlife, and art at this special “Wild Texas” themed Homeschool Day! Explore regional geography, the life science of plants and animals, and how to explore nature as we feature our new special exhibition Art of Texas State Parks. This exhibition celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Texas State Park System through works of art that highlight the diversity of the landscape of Texas. Drop in anytime between 10 AM to 2 PM to participate in activities with Girlstart!

Thank you Unrivaled Group!

On MLK Day 2023, Unrivaled Group joined us at the Girlstart Austin office to help with outdoor cleanup. Volunteers helped to clean and organize two of Girlstart’s outside storage sheds, power washed our picnic tables, and prepped materials for our upcoming Community STEM events. Our outside space looks incredible thanks to the laborious efforts of the Unrivaled Group volunteers.

We want to thank you for all of your support, and in the spirit of a servant leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., ask you to reflect on his wise words, “Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve”.

Sign up to volunteer at Girlstart HERE.