We do activities

We gather occasionally and informally to watch birds, share knowledge, and enjoy the rhythms of West Texas. Whether you're new to birding or have a life list as long as a scissor-tail flycatcher, you're welcome here. Check below for upcoming activities.

Bird Hike on Mimms Ranch

7:00am on July 23 - Marfa, Texas

Mimms Ranch of the Dixon Water Foundation promotes healthy watersheds through sustainable land management to ensure that future generations have the water resources they need. We have a special guided hike planned to an area of the ranch with water and diverse bird habitat. Hope to see you!

Lannan Park Birds and Books

Monthly - Marfa, Texas

A gentle morning walk through Lannan Park and a casual reading under the trees. Bring binoculars and a book or notebook to trade sightings, swap stories, and share sketches.

A hummingbird perched on a thin branch with pink flowers, against a bright blue sky and green trees in the background.

Davis Mountains Hummingbird Celebration

August - Fort Davis, Texas

We plan to coordinate a field trip to this incredible celebration of hummingbird migration. Expect a flurry of wings, expert talks, and open gardens where you can witness up to a dozen species of hummingbirds up close. We’ll carpool from Marfa and keep it low-key and community-driven.

Register here.

Single tree standing in open landscape with mountains in the background, under clear blue sky at sunset.

Highest Golf Course in Texas

Monthly - Marfa, Texas

The Marfa municipal golf course offers open skies and tree-lined fairways that are home to owls, flycatchers, and the occasional surprise migrant. We’ll walk slowly, listen closely, and enjoy the long desert light as the day winds down. Bring binoculars, layers, and a sense of calm.

IDEAS FOR FAR WEST TEXAS BIRDING? TELL.

IDEAS FOR FAR WEST TEXAS BIRDING? TELL.

Past Events

Two bicycles leaning against a metal gate in a desert landscape, on Pinto Canyon Road outside of Marfa, Texas. A shadow of a goalpost overhead and a clear blue sky.

Bikes and Birds on 2810

Monthly - Marfa, Texas

Monthly on the last Sunday we ride bikes out Pinto Canyon Road, 10 to 20 miles, and stop along the way to look for Chihuahuan Meadowlarks, Swainson’s Hawks, and Loggerhead Shrikes. Bring snacks, water, binoculars and your bike.

Camping at Sunset in Boot Canyon, in the Chisos Mountains of Big Bend National Park, while searching for the Colima Warbler.

Colima Warbler Backpacking Expedition

May 2025 - Big Bend National Park

Three days and two nights backpacking into the Chisos Mountains, exploring Boot Canyon and Colima Trail, in search of the elusive Colima Warbler. Challenging hiking, limited water, and volatile weather likely. Exciting!

A person with a backpack walking on a rocky trail in a semi-arid landscape with leafless trees and a bright blue sky.

New Year Birding in Hot Springs Arroyo

January 2025 - Chinati Hot Springs

A morning walk through the arroyo below these remote hot springs to observe the local winter birds – Canyon Towhees, Varied Buntings, Vermillion Flycatchers and more – and time to relax and reflect in the healing waters of Chinati Hot Springs. Overnight.