BIRDING
2011-2012
San
Benito, TX area is a birders paradise. When you want to explore
all the natural wonders of southernmost Texas, then San Benito nis
ideally situated in the middle of the Rio Grande Valley. There is
plenty of local parks, state parks, and national wildlife refuges to
enjoy. The World Birding Centers add to the interest providing
birding and butterfly centers, guides, literature, and environmentally
friendly places to seek out your favorite birds.
South Padre Island and Mexico, only about 25 miles away, are both
renowned places to see some of south Texas's 550+ species of birds.
Have you seen Green or Ringed Kingfishers, olive sparrows, Chachalacas,
altimra Orioles, common paraques, grooved billed anis, kisskidees,
long-billed thrashers, green jays,
or a 
white
cardinal? Well, come join in!! You may enhance your "life
lists"! Fun and Sun has 2 monthly trips to various sites.
Our local Audubon club supplements that with field trips.
Whether you are a rookie or pro birder, San Benito is for YOU!
Come see!
Birding trips
are day long trips so bring a lunch, binoculars, field guide
and insect repellant.
1st Tuesday and 2nd Monday of each Month
9 am Front Parking Lot
Glenn Hindman
bring water, bug spray, binoculars and bag lunch
pictures from Laguna Atascosa 26 people went
Mar 9 and sometimes you see more than birds
with new tram tour
see bulletin board in Mail room for details
Virginia and Glen Hindman
399-9315
