The Connemara Meadow Preserve is closed to the public to give the meadow a chance to recover from more than two decades of use and to give the Connemara advisory team adequate time to assess the immediate health of the ecosystem as well as its future needs. In order for the public to continue enjoying the land's beauty during this time, Connemara is hosting periodic events and guided walks on the property.
* Upcoming Events:
Guided Walks
Family Activities
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Guided Walks Schedule
Guided walks in the Meadow Preserve are open to the general public. All ages are welcome. Walks currently scheduled are listed below. All walks start at the parking lot off Alma and Bethany Drives in Allen
-- see directions below.
Although free of charge, please register by phone to 214-351-0990 or email so we can notify you of any changes in plans.
8am on Saturday, Jul 4, 2009: Bird Walk with Gailon Brehm and Rodney Thomas
Begin your Independence Day celebration by watching the symbol of independence in flight!
Bring your binoculars and field guides if you have them, and learn what to watch for in habits, characteristics and calls from Gailon and Rodney, both with Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society. You can expect about 30+ species. All ages are welcome.
8am on Sunday, Aug 2, 2009: Bird Walk with Rodney Thomas
Bring your binoculars and field guides if you have them, and learn what to watch for in habits, characteristics and calls from Rodney with Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society. You can expect about 30+ species. All ages are welcome.
-- If you would like to lead a future walk, please contact us.
Family Nature Club
The Connemara Meadow Preserve has introduced a children-and-nature movement to help parents, grandparents and caregivers connect children with nature. These events are fun, family-oriented activities – ones that help kids (and adults) become happier, healthier and even smarter.
Springtime Adventures in the Meadow:
Experience the wonders of nature with your children! Our walking "Adventures" will have learning activities for all ages: pre-school and above. Download the flyer (pdf).
2-4pm on Sunday, March 22, 2009: Springtime Comes to the Meadow*
Enjoy a ‘Nature Break’ with your family as we learn what a meadow is and talk about the plants and animals that call the meadow their home.
2-4pm on Sunday, April 19, 2009: Tracking Families in Nature*
Bring your children to the Connemara Meadow Preserve where they can safely explore a stream and meadow habitat and learn who lived here long ago.
2-4pm on Sunday, May 17, 2009: Exploring a Different Habitat*
Our third adventure will introduce children to the ‘forest floor habitat’ by climbing on rocks, looking under logs and gazing at the sky.
All ages are welcome. Events are held in the Connemara Meadow Preserve.
We will meet at the parking lot off Alma and Bethany Drives in Allen -- see directions below.
Please register by phone to 214-351-0990 or email to ensure we have sufficient supplies for all attending.
Donation: $5.00 per familiy or $5.00 per individual
*Portable facilities will be available on site.
Facts and Directions:
Location: |
Parking lot at Main Entrance - at Alma and Bethany Drives in Allen. |
Access: |
Currently closed except for special events. |
Trails: |
Roughly mowed, Not paved, Surrounded by tall grasses most of year. |
Facilities: |
Portable facilities are available for family nature activities only. |
Gates Open: |
15 minutes before event. |
Ages: |
All ages welcome on guided walks. 10 and over for work days. |
What to Bring: |
Binoculars for bird watching, Gloves for work days, Water always. |
What to Wear: |
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On Walks: |
Closed-toe shoes, Bug spray, Sunscreen or Hat. |
On Work Days: |
Sturdy shoes, Bug spray, Hat, Layered clothing - Long pants, Long-sleeved shirt. |
Directions: From Highway 75 --
Exit Bethany Drive and go west approximately 1 mile.
Turn left (south) onto Alma Drive.
Take the next left though the open gate.
(If you reach Hedgcoxe and Tom Thumb, you have gone too far.)
Park to the left of the entrance.
No facilities are available on the property.
For more information, call 214-351-0990, or send an email.
No pets please.
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Page Last Updated:
June 27, 2009
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Photo by Eileen Sullivan
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