"a limestone crevice leads to a lush, green canyon grotto...
a natural terrarium canopied by giant cypress trees"
Interview with Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods
Westcave Preserve is a natural treasure of the Texas Hill Country, possessing unique and majestic beauty and ecological diversity. Located adjacent to the Pedernales River in southwestern Travis County about 40 miles from downtown Austin... More »
To highlight successes in connecting children with nature and to inspire even more families, educators, health care professionals and developers, five winners have been selected for the 2009 awards.
On September 30, 2009, Westcave Preserve will bring Carter Smith, Executive Director of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to The 2009 Celebration of Children in Nature Awards. Mr. Smith will talk about the current disconnect between children and nature and the urgency in finding regular opportunities for kids to actively explore the natural world. Connecting our children to nature is one if the highest priorities for the Texas Parks and Wildlife and they have been leaders in helping families and children discover the wonder of nature for decades. Tickets are $125. More »
Austin architect designs gateway to pristine Texas Hill Country preserve: Experience the Warren Skaaren Environmental Learning Center at Westcave Preserve
When architect Robert Jackson stepped into the Santa Maria degli Angeli Church in Rome two summers ago, the experience sparked the perfect idea needed to put the finishing touches on an architectural endeavor back home in Texas... More
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