Nature

A strong southerly wind is helping tens of thousands of migratory birds pass through Austin on their journey north.

The center will include interactive exhibits, educational programs and indoor and outdoor learning spaces. Funding for the project comes from the Hays County Parks and Open Space Bond.

Thousands of carnivorous and rare tropical plants are hidden inside greenhouses on a dusty Hill Country road. For the first time, the plant nursery Carnivero is open to the public.

The Christmas Bird Count started in 1900 as an alternative to bird hunts. Data gathered from the counts has proven valuable in monitoring bird populations.

Fall foliage typically kicks off in mid-to-late October and peaks by late November, but record heat this fall delayed Austin's fall colors to the very end of the year.

Running is not only a great way to relieve stress, but also a good way to get out of your neighborhood and see the nature and beauty of Austin.

Central Texas summers are no joke. Whether you’re new to Austin or have been here for a while, here are some places to take a plunge.

Chirping frogs fill the night air with strange squeaks and whistles all over Austin, but they are nearly impossible to see.

A star-shaped fungus found only in Texas, Oklahoma and Japan is popping up in the Austin area this winter to the delight of mushroom enthusiasts.

The rugged unpaved trails that give people access to nature are taking a back seat to clearing more heavily used pathways.