Need another ornament to decorate your Christmas tree? Come join us on Saturday, December 14th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a Christmas ornament craft, listen to Christmas music, and enjoy a nice cup of hot cocoa. This year you will get to decorate a couple of oyster shells to take home for your […]
What: Guided Wetland Walk When: Tuesday at 9 a.m. Where: 855 East Cotter Ave., Port Aransas TX. Meet at the tarpon statue in front of the Patton Visitor Center The Wetlands Education Center is an ADA-compliant 3.6-acre wetland that allows visitors to stroll through seagrass, salty marsh plants, and dunes. During a free guided tour, you will learn […]
What: Guided Wetland Walk When: Thursday at 9 a.m. Where: 855 East Cotter Ave., Port Aransas TX. Meet at the tarpon statue in front of the Patton Visitor Center The Wetlands Education Center is an ADA-compliant 3.6-acre wetland that allows visitors to stroll through seagrass, salty marsh plants, and dunes. During a free guided tour, you will learn […]
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Patton Center will be closed for winter break starting December 24th, with normal operating hours resuming January 2nd. Organizer Venue
Bay Education Center will be closed for winter break starting December 24th, with normal operating hours resuming January 2nd. Organizer Venue
Join us for a thought-provoking session, presented by Shelby Marincasiu. She will be talking about the restoration efforts within Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve. Organizer Venue
The Public Lecture Series kicks off on January 9th with a presentation by Andrew Orgill, ARK Supervisor, shares insights into some of the most fascinating injured animal cases received during the 2024 season. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:30 PM. Organizer Venue
Join us for a fun and creative morning as we make bird feeders from popsicle sticks! This hands-on workshop is perfect for nature lovers and DIY enthusiasts. After crafting, you’ll have a beautiful, homemade bird feeder to hang in your yard and attract local wildlife. The programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and […]
The University of Texas Marine Science Institute will reveal the Discovery Starts Here video on January 11 across its social media channels, highlighting the cutting-edge research and educational facilities in Port Aransas, Texas. Be sure to watch it on YouTube @utmsi2857! Organizer Venue
Join Museum staff and bring friends on Saturday, January 11 to explore the nature of our region. If where we live shapes how we live, then the Corpus Christi Bay and Gulf of Mexico play a huge role in our lives. What’s in the bay, above the bay, and beside the bay influence our everyday lives more than we might think. Texas Master […]
Bring a touch of coastal charm into your home with the creation of a seashell windchime! This craft class will provide all the essential supplies needed, as well as guided instruction. This program is available on a first-come, first-served basis for the first 15 participants. Programs in this series are geared towards Winter Texans and […]
Presenter: Jace Tunnell, M.S. Institution: Harte Research Institute (HRI) The weekly “Beachcoming” series, hosted by HRI’s Director of Community Engagement Jace Tunnell, educates the public about the impact of marine debris on water and land in the Gulf of Mexico region and how it affects coastal communities. The series promotes the Institute’s mission, research and collaborations, […]