Our Mission

To protect a sustainable portion of the Katy Prairie
for the benefit of its wildlife and all Texans forever.

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Discover The Flat Out Wonderful Katy Prairie!

A broad sweep of land that stretches from just beyond the Houston city limits, west toward Brookshire, and northwest toward Hempstead, the Katy Prairie has a decidely unique heritage.  Ranging from the flat coastal plains that girdle Interstate 10 to gently rolling pastures in the northern reaches of the prairie soils that mark the area, this terrain is typical of what is found along much of the upper Texas Gulf Coast.

However, in autumn, just after the crops are in and the land lies fallow, this unassuming Prairie becomes the site of one of the most incredible natural spectacles in North America, as thousands, then millions, of migratory birds arrive - especially waterfowl.

For most of them, the Katy Prairie is a winter home until March when they return to nesting areas in the upper Midwest and Canada. Others use the Prairie as a staging area on their way to southerly climates, or may even remain here for the entire year.

As a land trust, the Katy Prairie Conservancy ischarged with ensuring the protection of a portion of this invaluable resource in perpetuity for thebenefit of its wildlife and all Texans.

2008 KPC Events Calendar
*All dates and tim to change

Open Trails
Revolutionary Nature

What's the connection between Chinese tallow trees on the Katy Prairie and Benjamin Franklin? In celebration of Independence Day, we will explore connections between the living organisms of the Nelson Farms Preserve and the Colonists who founded our nation two hundred and thirty-four years ago. Guests will receive a full-color interpretive guide for their self-guided walk of 'historic' proportions.

Date | July 6, 2008 from 9 AM - 12 PM
Location | Barn Owl Woods | Text Directions | Printable Map
What to Bring | All participants should wear appropriate outdoor clothing, including closed-toe shoes and long pants. A long-sleeve shirt is also recommended. Participants should bring their own water and insect repellent.
Registration not required | Up-to-date information and event status will be posted on this page and on our phone answering system by 7:00 AM on the day of the event.
Day of Event Posting| Event will proceed as scheduled. Posted at 7:06 AM on 7/6/2008

Prairie Discovery Tour
Sunset Walk at Mary Manor

The prairie sky at sunset is an intense and moving canvas of fiery reds, powerful purples, and deep blue hues.

Come and join expert nature guides as they show you some of the summer's sizzling sights and soothing sounds of this amazingly rich wildlife preserve.

Date | July 12, 2008 from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location | Mary Manor Preserve | Text Directions | Printable Map
What to Bring | All participants should wear appropriate outdoor clothing, including closed-toe shoes and long pants. A long-sleeve shirt is also recommended. Participants should bring their own water and insect repellent.
Registration required | 713.523.6135 or info@katyprairie.org for more information. | Up-to-date information and event status will be posted on this page and on our phone answering system by 10:00 AM on the day of the event.

 

2008
State of the Prairie Report

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