Winter Programs at Resaca de la Palma State Park and World Birding Center: Guided Walks, Camping Events, and More!   

Tucked in the northwest corner of Brownsville’s city limits is Resaca de la Palma State Park and World Birding Center, a new park opened in December 2008.  A satellite site for the World Birding Center, Resaca de la Palma State Park offers opportunities for birding, butterfly-watching, nature photography, hiking, biking, and much more!

            This winter we have a variety of programs for families, Winter Texans, and nature-lovers:

Welcome to the amazing world of men’s professional tennis.  The City of Brownsville and The Brownsville Tennis Association will be hosting the ninth Annual United States Tennis Association Pro-Circuit men’s professional tennis tournament February 13, 2010 through the finals on February 21, 2010.  Top players come here from all over the world to compete in this 15k prize money tournament.  Generally, 35 to 40 Countries are represented, and for course many US players.  Many of these dedicated players go on to compete in many of the world’s renowned tournaments such as The Australian Open, The French Open, Wimbledon and The United States Open.  In the 2009 Wimbledon tournament, 15 of these competitors had played in Brownsville. 

Have you ever gone hiking on a glacier? Brr! Texas Parks and Wildlife volunteer Ken Smith will be talking about glaciers and the way these slow-moving ice blocks form the land over many years.  After the talk, join us for a tram tour and a brief discussion of the geology of South Texas  Join us on Tuesday, Febrauary 9, 2010 at 11:00am.

Adults and children 13 and older  $4;  Children 12 and under Free; Texas State Parks Pass holders Free, Some seniro citizen discounts available, please inquire at the visitor's center front desk call (956) 350-2920.

For more information call Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park at (956) 541-2785   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Palo Alto Battlefield is located on FM 1847 (Paredes Line Road) in Brownsville, just north of FM 511.

Following the popular response of our Summer Art Camp, the Brownsville Museum of Fine Art will now be offering art instruction year-round to kids ages 5 to 12.  They'll learn the fundamentals of drawing, painting, sculpture and more.  Courses are offered in four Saturday sessions, 9:30 a.m. till noon, and are taught by TEA Certified Instructors. 
Hurry, classes start September 19!  For scheduling information, click here.

Cost: $75 at the door or online.