Botanical bike rides are back! And we are starting off the Spring season botanizing under the new moon and in anticipation of Earth Day!

The Sandhill cranes are departing, the Cormorant fledglings are experimenting with flight and we welcome all the plants that are returning from dormancy. As we move towards warmer weather, we will notice which flowers prefer current climate conditions. There will be many flowers to smell, touch and taste! On this program, participants will learn the basics of local botany and dive into stories that consider the cultural and ecological knowledge of the Middle Rio Grande Valley.

Participants should expect to bike up to 8 miles total, on mostly flat and paved, gravel and dirt trails. We will begin at Tingley Beach and make stops along the way to the Rio Grande Nature Center. This program will run for three hours with breaks for rest, snacks and observations. Please bring water, snacks, a journal or sketchbook and something to write with.

*Spanish interpretation is available*

Space is limited as we have only have room for 8 cyclists. Registration is offered through a sliding scale exchange, please select the price that best reflects your current financial capacity & privilege:

Community - $35 ( Low Cost )

General - $45 ( True Cost )

Support - $55 ( Pay It Forward )