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  • Pathways Poker Tour 2025

    PATHWAYS POKER TOUR 2025 September 20, 2025 Pathways Center - Pavilion and Bridge (Tule W) Check-in and Presentation 10:15-10:30 Tour 10:30-1:30 *Registration required by Sept. 15 Register here:  https://aransaspathways.com/poker-tour-2025 Please print and sign waiver or you can fill one out at the event: https://aransaspathways.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/WaiverReleasePathways-with-emergency-contact.pdf Join some HummerBird Celebration fun! Enter the Pathways Poker Tour and take a self-guided tour to five of Aransas pathways sites and watch beautiful hummingbird displays while you collect playing cards. Build your best poker hand to compete for prizes. Kids can join in the fun too with their own special adventure! Our youth division inspires the next generation of birders by collecting educational bird cards packed with cool facts about amazing bird species. Young explorers get entered in drawings for prizes. Whether you’re young or young at heart, everyone has a chance to win the ultimate grand prize – a pair of binoculars perfect for your birding adventures! Check-in starts at 10:15 at: Pathways Center - Pavilion and Bridge (Tule West) 2491 Hwy 35 N, Rockport The instructions and scorecard will be given at check-in, which is where you will receive the first playing card. Then you will be given the locations of other sites. The last site will be the History Center for Aransas County for the prize ceremony. Refreshments will be available. For more information, call 361-556-5308

  • Up Close with Hummingbirds: Banding Demonstration

    Up Close with Hummingbirds: Banding Demonstration   Sept. 27th 8-10 AM Linda S. Castro Nature Sanctuary – 4041 Hwy 35 N, Rockport Refreshments provided   Have you ever wanted to see one of the world's smallest birds close up? Well now is your chance! Join Dr. Rebekah Rylander for a hummingbird banding demonstration where she will ethically catch, tag, and release hummingbirds for research and educational purposes. Information collected from hummingbird banding is important for understanding migration movements, hummingbird health, and conservation planning. Activities will be conducted under appropriate federal and state permits by trained professionals.   Rebekah Rylander grew up in central Texas and earned her bachelor’s degree at UT Austin. While attending the university, she took her first ornithology course which inspired her to assist in various bird-related field projects across the globe, including Australia, Ecuador, Hawaii, and Canada. Eventually, Rebekah settled into Texas State University where she earned her Master’s degree and PhD examining social behaviors and population dynamics of the Black-crested Titmouse in San Marcos, Texas. After receiving her doctorate, Rebekah was hired as the Science Coordinator for the Rio Grande Joint Venture, where she has been involved designing and implementing monitoring programs in south and west Texas, assisting with grassland-focused workshops in Mexico, and continuing to build collaborative relationships with other bird-habitat conservation partners within the RGJV geography. Rebekah has assisted and led Victor Emanuel Nature Tours (VENT) birding expeditions in southeast Arizona, established the Christmas Bird Count circle in San Marcos, and has given dozens of presentations on her research and other bird-related topics. Rebekah is also a master bander and holds educational bird banding demonstrations for naturalist groups and at school functions.   Click here to register for the event, registration will close when we reach 25 applicants.  

  • Discover the Story Behind Every Band

    Join Aransas Pathways for Chirp & Chat: Bands of Discovery, a free, family-friendly bird banding event in Rockport, Texas. This special morning blends science, nature, and community in an inspiring outdoor setting. See Dr. Rebekah Rylander and Master Bird Bander Kelly Bryan in action as they show how bird banding helps track migration and protect bird species along the Texas Gulf Coast. You’ll learn how each small band supports research and helps conserve the birds we all enjoy. Ask questions, meet other nature lovers, and discover how science and stewardship come together in our local environment. What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a camera or binoculars, water, and a curious heart for discovery. To learn more or register, visit www.aransaspathways.org.Be part of this meaningful community event—because every band tells a story, and yours begins here.

  • Pathways & Goose Island State Park Aransas Bird Days 2026

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    Connie Hagar Cottage Sanctuary 1401 S Church St, Rockport, TX, United States +2 more

    A countywide spring migration celebration featuring guided birding experiences, family programming, and coastal conservation stories across Aransas County.

  • Aransas Bird Days 2026: Pathways Bird banding at Linda Castro Nature Sanctuary

    Linda S Castro Sanctuary 4041 Hwy 35 N, Rockport, TX, United States

    Live Bird Banding Experience: Science in Action Where: Linda S. Castro Nature Sanctuary, 4041 Hwy 35 N Bypass, Rockport, TX 78382 Google Map:https://maps.app.goo.gl/aar9sa58FBQrR8JZ8 What: Get an up-close look at the fascinating world of bird science during a live bird banding demonstration led by three experienced researchers working along the Texas Gulf Coast: Rebekah Rylander, Kelly Bryan, and guest bird bander Rebecca Bracken of the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory. Learn why and how this research is used. No registration required. Bring: a chair , hydration, bug spray, and sun protection Accessibility: This program is located on a flat surface with accessible parking on-site.

  • Aransas Pathways Guided Nature & Historical Tour of Aransas County

    Aransas County Courthouse Parking Area 302 N Live Oak St, Rockport, TX, United States

    Registration Required – limited seating available Eventsbrite Tour Registration Link:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984933762316 Departure location: Aransas County Courthouse Parking Area 301 N Live Oak St, Rockport, TX 78382. The van departs promptly at 8:30am. Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KDJUjWkcaAcvehX78 What : A guided nature and history van tour of Aransas County. Discover the beauty, wildlife, and rich coastal heritage of Aransas County on this guided Nature & Historical Tour. Lunch is not provided. Bring : snacks and your sense of adventure!

  • Pathways Family Birding Event & Craft Time

    Connie Hagar Cottage Sanctuary 1401 S Church St, Rockport, TX, United States

    Where: Connie Hagar Cottage Sanctuary 1429 S Church St, Rockport, TX Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7NMHh4NTvG6qXqLk8 What: Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun and educational day celebrating birds and nature at the beautiful Connie Hagar Cottage Sanctuary. This family-friendly event features a mini bird walk, an introduction to birding for all ages, hands-on nature crafts for youth, and opportunities to learn more about local birds and their habitats. Bring: sun protection, bug spray, hydration Accessibility: This event takes place on an uneven surface. Accessible parking nearby.

  • Migration Monday Feature: May the 4th Be With You

    Migration Monday Feature: May the 4th Be With You Each spring, millions of migratory birds travel along the Central Flyway, making Aransas County one of the most rewarding places in Texas to experience bird migration. This season, Aransas Pathways invites residents and visitors alike to celebrate Migration Monday with a timely opportunity for birding enthusiasts. In partnership with a global initiative led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, a limited-time giveaway is now open to nature lovers across the United States and Canada. Participants have the chance to win a pair of ZEISS Terra ED binoculars, a high-quality tool designed to enhance birdwatching experiences in both casual and field settings. This initiative encourages individuals of all experience levels to step outdoors, observe local birdlife, and engage in the broader movement of bird conservation and citizen science. From coastal marshes and oak mottes to community trails and sanctuaries, Aransas County offers diverse habitats that support a wide range of migratory species during this peak season. Participation in the giveaway is simple and accessible. Individuals may enter by submitting their email address through the official registration form. No donation is required. Key DetailsThe contest is open to residents of the United States and Canada who are 18 years of age or older. The entry period runs through May 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Winners will be selected and announced by May 12, 2026. To enter and learn more, please visit:https://dl.allaboutbirds.org/2026-bigday-giveaway-z As migration continues across the region, Aransas Pathways encourages the community to take advantage of this season by visiting local sites, participating in birding activities, and deepening their connection to the natural environment. Explore the Pathways. Experience migration. Be part of the story. For updates, programs, and volunteer opportunities, visit:https://aransaspathways.com/volunteer/ Birding. History. Kayaking. Trails.