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Nature Fest

Each spring, Concordia University Texas hosts NatureFest, a week-long event dedicated to learning about and celebrating the unique natural setting of the University.

NatureFest features tours of the nature preserve, guided bird watching, live animal demonstrations, and more! Bring your family to enjoy Concordia's beautiful campus and preserve, and get to know the Office of Environmental Stewardship, who will guide tours of the preserve and Tornado Trail.

Most importantly, we encourage you to get outside for classes, meetings, prayer, and leisure throughout the year.

Nature Fest Calendar

Nature Fest Schedule & Locations

Follow CTX Environmental Stewardship on social media channels for information or visit the University Calendar for more information. #CTXNatureFest

Don't miss out on some exciting Nature Fest Events

All Things Wild Education Program

Outdoor Chapel/ Pack the House

Raptor Demonstration by Sky Kings Falconry

Grand Finale Preserve Tour

Raptor showcase in Luther Park
Tornado Trail
Birding at Nature Fest
Bird of prey at flight
A bird in a tree.
Group watching the Raptor presentation.
A group of students that enjoyed Nature Fest

#CTXNatureFest

Upcoming Events

Mar 27
Nature Fest 12:00 AM - 12 :00 AM

Each spring, Concordia University Texas hosts Nature Fest, a week-long event dedicated to learning about and celebrating the unique natural setting of the University. Join us on campus to engage with...

Mar 27
Birding Outing 8:30 AM - 10 :00 AM

90 minute bird watching tours around campus, Tornado Trail & more, with Carol Trovall. Meet at the Pier. Binoculars will be provided.

Mar 27
Preserve Tour - Short Loop 9:00 AM - 9 :45 AM

45-minute guided tour of the Concordia Preserve via the Short Loop. Meet in Building B / Student Center.

Mar 27
CTX Chapter of the Citizens Climate Lobby 10:00 AM - 5 :00 PM

"Concerned about climate change? Come join the Citizen’s Climate Lobby! By participating in this organization, you will have the opportunity to develop transferable professional skills, improve...

Mar 27
Planting Poetry - Hosted by Writing Club 10:30 AM - 1 :00 PM

Join the Writing Club as they host Planting Poetry. You will have the opportunity to write poems or nature-inspired thoughts on seed paper that grows into wildflowers when planted. There will be a...

Mar 27
All Things Wild Education Program 12:00 PM - 1 :30 PM

Please join the Office of Environmental Stewardship as we welcome All Things Wild for an educational, hands-on wildlife interaction. This event will be presented by experienced wildlife rehabilitators...

Mar 27
Preserve Tour - Long Loop 1:00 PM - 2 :30 PM

90-minute guided tour of the Concordia Preserve via the Long Loop. Meet in Building B / Student Center.

Mar 27
Stewardship Service Opportunity – Campus Cleanup 2:00 PM - 3 :00 PM

Let’s serve together to keep CTX beautiful! Join our campus cleanup efforts this week. To get involved, stop by the tables between C & D any day during Nature Fest to pick up trash bags...

Mar 28
Preserve Tour - Short Loop 9:30 AM - 10 :15 AM

45-minute guided tour of the Concordia Preserve via the Short Loop. Meet in Building B / Student Center.

Mar 28
Stewardship Service Opportunity – Campus Cleanup 10:00 AM - 11 :00 AM

Let’s serve together to keep CTX beautiful! Join our campus cleanup efforts this week. To get involved, stop by the tables between C & D any day during Nature Fest to pick up trash bags and...

Mar 28
Tornado Trail Tour 11:30 AM - 12 :15 PM

Come experience the Tornado Trail & wildlife observation blind. Visit with Zach Stark & the CTX Ranger team for fellowship and a wonderful outdoor experience. Meet under the live oak trees...

Mar 28
Planting Party - Hosted by Gardening Club 1:00 PM - 3 :00 PM

We will be preparing the raised bed outside building C for planting crops and flowers. Beginner gardeners can enjoy starting seeds, while the more adventurous can join us in preparing soil and transplanting...

Mar 28
Preserve Tour - Long Loop 2:00 PM - 3 :30 PM

90-minute guided tour of the Concordia Preserve via the Long Loop. Meet in Building B / Student Center.

Mar 28
Tree hugging Event/Adopt a Tree Event 3:30 PM - 4 :00 PM

Attendees go around campus trying to hug as many trees as possible in a specified amount of time and document each one with pictures. Whoever has hugged the most at the end of the time will be awarded...

Mar 28
Learn about Environmental Policy : Dr. Sam Whitehead 3:30 PM - 4 :15 PM

Come engage in a conversation about environmental policy. Meeting in Luther Park, on the statue side.

Mar 29
Birding Outing 8:30 AM - 10 :00 AM

90 minute bird watching tours around campus, Tornado Trail & more, with Carol Trovall. Meet at the Pier. Binoculars will be provided.

Mar 29
Preserve Tour - Short Loop 9:00 AM - 9 :45 AM

45-minute guided tour of the Concordia Preserve via the Short Loop. Meet in Building B / Student Center.

Mar 29
Outdoor Chapel and #Packthehouse: “Zero Waste Edition” 10:00 AM - 11 :00 AM

Join us for #packthehouse Wednesday chapel at the Pier on Wednesday, March 29 at 10am. We will be praising God outside through songs, readings, prayers and a short devotional time in God's Word. Let's...

Mar 29
Planting Poetry - Hosted by Writing Club 10:30 AM - 1 :00 PM

Join the Writing Club as they host Planting Poetry. You will have the opportunity to write poems or nature-inspired thoughts on seed paper that grows into wildflowers when planted. There will be a...

Mar 29
Outdoor FLUNCH 12:00 PM - 1 :00 PM

Outdoor (No waste?) FLUNCH – 12-1PM. Commuter students are invited to our first outdoor flunch! Come enjoy a free meal on our beautiful campus.

Concordia Environmental Stewardship Survey

Please help the Office of Environmental Stewardship and Department of Environmental Science and Conservation measure community environmental awareness and desire for outdoor events and amenities. Input from students, faculty, and staff will help guide campus development for years to come. The questionnaire will be available from March 27th through April 14th. Look for posters with access codes and for student groups promoting the survey during the week. Or, access the survey with this link. Participants may enter a drawing for one of several prizes!

Survey

 

Tornado Trail Map

Contact

For more information, contact:

Zach Stark,
zach.stark@concordia.edu

Sam Whitehead,
sam.whitehead@concordia.edu