Outings
Many Bexar Audubon South Central Texas outings take place in Bexar County, but we regularly venture farther afield to explore the other counties we serve, state parks, and natural areas.
Wherever we go, we hope you’ll join us!
Bird Outing at Comfort Water Treatment Plant and James Kiehl Park
Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Time: 8:00–11:30 AM
Locations: Comfort Water Treatment Park and James Kiehl River Bend Park
Leader(s): Kenneth Butler
Difficulty: easy to moderate Distance: Less than 1 mile
Language: English
Meet leader Kenneth Butler at the parking lot of the Buckhorn Golf Course in Comfort. The adjacent water treatment ponds are where we will do our birding. Please park on the gravel area near the paved lot and not in any spaces reserved for golfers. This lot is adjacent to the gate where we can enter the pond area.
For the second part of the outing, we will drive to James Kiehl Park and continue birding. If you are not able to stay for the entire outing, we will always be near the parking lot so you can leave whenever needed.
There are restrooms at James Kiehl Park and the golf course. Please bring binoculars, water, and sun/insect protection. Wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. If you have any questions or need to cancel, please contact Ann Brown at ann@bexaraudubon.org (830-857-5793) or Kenneth Butler at kenbbutler67@gmail.com. Ken will be sending out a reminder email a few days before the event.
Sign up HERE
Bird Outing: Crescent Bend Nature Park
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Time: 8:00-11:00 AM
Location: 12805 W. Shaeffer Rd., Cibolo, Texas
Leader: Sandi Wheeler
Difficulty: Mostly Easy; Areas Around Creek Moderate
Distance: About 1.6 miles
Weather Considerations: Most of the trails are unshaded.
Languages: English
Meet leader Sandi Wheeler at the parking area near the restrooms at 8:00 AM. You will walk on easy gravel and paved paths and visit the two bird blinds. Restrooms available.
Bring binoculars, water, and sun/insect protection. Wear closed-toe shoes and a hat.
Please check the weather forecast the day before the outing to assess the potential for extreme temperatures and/or precipitation. Prepare accordingly. Check your email the day before the outing in case the outing had to be canceled due to weather.
Questions: Call Sandi Wheeler 210-632-2812.
Cancellations:
ann@bexaraudubon.org
wheels5683@gmail.com
To sign up, please click HERE
Bird Outing at Senator Frank Madla Natural Area
Date: Thursday, Nov 19, 2026
Time: 8:00–10:30 AM
Locations: Senator Frank Madla Natural Area
Leader(s): Veronica Wenzel
Difficulty: easy to moderate Distance: 1.5 mile
Language: Spanish and English
Meet leader Veronica Wenzel by driving up Park Road to parking area and meet at the pavilion. Warbler Way trail has flat and rocky trails with a few inclines. We will be on trail for 1.5 miles stopping at the natural amphitheater and bird blinds.
There will be an optional uphill hike to the Beckman House Overlook. This is an amazing view and excellent site to watch migratory hawks.
Restrooms are located near the parking area. Wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. If you have any questions or need to cancel, please contact Karen Wilson at wilsonkaren0007@gmail.com or Veronica Wenzel at 361-813-1164. We will be sending out a reminder email a few days before the event.
Sign up HERE
Bird Outing at Comfort Water Treatment Plant and James Kiehl Park
Date: Monday, Nov 23, 2026
Time: 8:00–11:30 AM
Locations: Comfort Water Treatment Park and James Kiehl River Bend Park
Leader(s): Kenneth Butler
Difficulty: easy to moderate Distance: Less than 1 mile
Language: English
Meet leader Kenneth Butler at the parking lot of the Buckhorn Golf Course in Comfort. The adjacent water treatment ponds are where we will do our birding. Please park on the gravel area near the paved lot and not in any spaces reserved for golfers. This lot is adjacent to the gate where we can enter the pond area.
For the second part of the outing, we will drive to James Kiehl Park and continue birding. If you are not able to stay for the entire outing, we will always be near the parking lot so you can leave whenever needed.
There are restrooms at James Kiehl Park and the golf course. Please bring binoculars, water, and sun/insect protection. Wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. If you have any questions or need to cancel, please contact Ann Brown at ann@bexaraudubon.org (830-857-5793) or Kenneth Butler at kenbbutler67@gmail.com. Ken will be sending out a reminder email a few days before the event.
Sign up HERE
Bird Outing: San Antonio Arboretum
Date: Friday, November 27, 2026
Time: 8:00-11:00 AM
Location: 4226 SE Military Dr, San Antonio
Leaders: Sherie Gee and Patsy Inglet
Difficulty: Easy, mostly flat surface
Distance: About 2 miles
Weather Considerations: The trails are unpaved.
Language: English
We will be walking along a 2 mile track following the area parallel to Salado Creek. There are several birding stops along the way, including a pond, a bridge (where the Belted Kingfisher has been seen) and a foot bridge.
It is mostly walking on a flat and easy surface. Participants will have to sign a liability form which will be sent closer to the walk date. Bring binoculars, plenty of water, and dress for the weather. If you don’t have binoculars, there will be some available for you to use.
If you have any questions or need to cancel, please contact Ann Brown at 830-857-5793.
Questions: Contact Ann Brown at 830-857-5793 or ann@bexaraudubon.org
Cancellations:
To sign up, please click HERE.
Other Places to Visit for Outings
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
Seasonal Hours
Tuesday through Sunday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Center is closed on major and/or Federal holidays.
Visit the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center website.
Visit Warbler Woods
Warbler Woods Bird Sanctuary, located just northeast of San Antonio, is open year-round. Click here for visitor information.
Visit our Conservation ACTION page to sign up for our conservation events including Birding with a Purpose Surveys and Golf Course Bird Counts.
Use iNaturalist to Post Observations, Help with IDs
You can take pictures of plants, birds, insects, and other animals to upload to iNat for identification. Or, you can help identify others’ photos. The observations in iNaturalist uploaded by others always have species in need of identification. If you need instructions on helping with the IDs, please read this helpful guide. Watch our iNat presentation by Craig Hensley of TPWD and Texas Nature Trackers.