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River Legacy Foundation - EST. 1988 Our mission is to preserve and enhance the land along the Trinity River and its tributaries as an extraordinary recreational, educational and natural resource. River Legacy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
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    Creature Feature Free Events
    September 26, 2026
    Free Animal Presentation: Yellow Belly Ball Python
    Join us for Creature Features and meet River Legacy Nature Center’s featured animal ambassador: Sunny, the yellow belly ball python! Learn about the animal’s adaptations,...
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    Free Events Public Programming
    September 26, 2026
    Coexisting with Bobcats Presentation (ages 12+)
    Coexisting with Bobcats: Living Alongside Texas’ Elusive Wild Cat   Join Karin and Roberto Saucedo of Song Dog Watch for a fascinating look at the...
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    education Nature Adventurers
    October 8, 2026
    Adventures with Rabbits (2.5-4 yrs old)
    Hop on over and learn all about rabbits! This is a 1 1/2 hour learning opportunity for preschoolers (ages 2 1/2 to 4 years old)...
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    October 8, 2026
    Nature Center closed October 8-9
    River Legacy Nature Center will be closed to the public on October 8 and 9 as we prepare for Fall Fest on October 10. Please...
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    Free Events Fundraiser
    October 10, 2026
    Fall Festival
    Get ready for a day of family fun at River Legacy’s Fall Festival 2026! 🍂🎃 Join us for an exciting autumn celebration filled with nature,...
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    Free Events Public Programming Story Time
    October 16, 2026
    Family Story Time: Migration
    Join us on October 16 for a family-friendly nature program all about story time and migration! In partnership with the Arlington Public Library, this interactive...
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    Free Events Hikes Public Programming
    October 17, 2026
    Saturday Morning Hike
    Join a River Legacy naturalist for a free Saturday morning hike through the trails of River Legacy Park! Enjoy a relaxed walk while learning more...
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    education Nature Adventurers
    October 22, 2026
    Adventures with Skunks (2.5-4 yrs old)
    Join us to learn all about skunks! This is a 1 1/2 hour learning opportunity for preschoolers (ages 2 1/2 to 4 years old) and...
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    education Enrichment Classes
    October 26, 2026
    Pumpkinology Enrichment Class (Ages 5-9)
    In this hands-on science class, students will explore pumpkins inside and out! We’ll dissect a pumpkin to examine its parts, test whether it sinks or...
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    Creature Feature Free Events
    October 31, 2026
    Free Animal Presentation: Sonoran Gopher Snake
    Join us for Creature Features and meet River Legacy Nature Center’s featured animal ambassador: the Sonoran gopher snake! Learn about the animal’s adaptations, behavior, lifestyle...
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    – John Muir