Our exotic parrots are temporarily OFF DISPLAY as a precaution during spring migration season when wild birds returning back north still may be carrying Avian Flu; and while we finish some repairs. We’re sorry for this inconvenience. Meanwhile, please visit our reptiles and butterflies . . .
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NEW MINI PRIVATE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
We’ve redesigned our PRIVATE ENCOUNTERS a bit for flexibility, and different animals! Small groups can enjoy fun interactions with THREE Animal Ambassadors, bird or reptile, with guests holding each animal, giving them snacks, taking photos in private setting. A great party, birthday, anniversary treat! Fees go to our Veterinary Fund!
SATURDAY MORNING CLASS SCHEDULE: Horticulture & Environmental Education
For your convenience, we’re providing a schedule of SATURDAY MORNING Horticulture & Environmental Education classes! All begin at 9:30 am, Education Station classroom, with spaced seating for 40. Unless noted, all are covered by that day’s general admission, membership, or $5 each. Make your reservations at 361-852-2100.
Bird Flu
Latest—NEWS UPDATE!—3/1/23
Due to continued nationwide increase in Avian Flu (HPAI), we regret our parrots cannot be in their normal outdoor enclosures for risk of exposure to wild bird HPAI carriers. Instead we are rotating our personable parrots in indoor spaces for guest viewing daily. They will be happy to see you! Please check with Visitors Center Front Desk when you arrive for the day’s schedule. We continue to protect our parrot ambassadors based on latest USDA & Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) updated guidelines, & advice from their veterinarian. Weekend “Parrot Talk” events still suspended.
WINTER LECTURES BEGIN JANUARY 18!
2023 WINTER LECTURE SERIES, teaching valuable unique lessons in South Texas horticulture, are Wednesday mornings at 9:30, from January 18-February 22! Both residents and winter visitors meet new acquaintances over a up of coffee, listening to expert speakers. Included in your membership, general admission,
or $5 per lecture. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED, 361-852-2100.
MOONLIGHT ENTERTAINED MORE THAN 500!
Perfect weather, a full moon, eight food stations, superior margaritas, very
popular “Zingy Lemongrass Light“ signature beer, and vibrant sounds of the CLARISSA SERNA BAND headlined our 15th MOONLIGHT in the GARDENS signature fundraiser, Friday, October 27th, presented the ninth year by
CITGO Corpus Christi Refinery. A Fire Dancer rounded out the show!
WEEKEND ANIMAL EVENTS
Guests visiting Saturdays or Sundays are treated to REP-TALES,10:30 am, on the lawn area. “Kids” of all ages learn relationships between resident reptiles and adapted reptiles we’ve accepted as rescues. Never touched an Iguana? Now’s your chance! If you child isn’t shy, you won’t be either!
Half-Day KIDS SUMMER NATURE CAMPS REGISTRATION opens in February!
We know you’re ready to get your children scheduled for summer camps! Corpus Christi’s favorite indoor/outdoor camp choice is our Botanical Gardens Summer Nature Camps! This summer, in June & July, six camp sessions are available for two age groups, plus Girl Scout Adventure Camp!
What’s Blooming this Week?
PRIVATE MINI ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS—New!
We’ve redesigned our PRIVATE ENCOUNTERS for longer time periods! Small groups can enjoy fun interactions with THREE reptiles (USDA regulations), with guests holding each animal, giving them snacks, taking photos in private setting. A great party, birthday, anniversary, or friend treat! Fees go to our Veterinary Fund!