The Magic Valley’s early 20th Century transition into an agricultural powerhouse is retold at the Old Hidalgo Pumphouse, which also embraces nature conservation as a wing of the World Birding Center. Visitors to this museum on the Rio Grande can learn about the steam-driven irrigation pumps that transformed Hidalgo County into a year-round farming phenomenon. They also can wander the museum’s grounds, where hummingbird gardens are planned, and where many of the Valley’s amazing bird species are regular visitors as well.
The 100-acre National Butterfly Center is the premier location in the United States to experience the beauty, drama, and emotion of wild butterflies. A project of the nonprofit North American Butterfly Association, the center is designed to attract incredible numbers of beautiful, wild butterflies. Clouds of butterflies may be found at the National Butterfly Center because, by planting thousands of plants that the butterflies need for nectar and for caterpillar growth, we have created an outdoor paradise that sustains large populations and hundreds of species of wild butterflies.
We are the Rio Grande Valley’s premier destination for birdwatching. Our unique location on South Padre Island is the perfect place to observe the birds, butterflies, and natural wildlife in coastal South Texas. Visit us on South Padre Island, walk the bayfront boardwalks, take a birding tour and explore the natural life of the Rio Grande Valley.
History and nature meet on scenic bluffs above the Rio Grande, where the World Birding Center in Roma can be found on the old plaza of a once-thriving steamboat port. Part of a national historic district, the WBC Roma Bluffs includes a riverside nature area of three acres: The gateway to unforgettable birding adventures across Starr County.
Brownsville’s Resaca de la Palma boasts the largest tract of native habitat in the World Birding Center network. Visitors can enjoy over 8 miles of off-road trails, four observation decks that overlook four miles of resaca wetland, and a 2.76-mile paved loop by tram, hiking and biking. Bikes, binoculars, and Explorer Packs are available for rent.
Estero Llano Grande in Weslaco attracts a spectacular array of South Texas wildlife with its varied landscape of shallow lake, woodlands and thorn forest. Even beginning birders and nature lovers will enjoy exploring this 230 plus-acre refuge, which is convenient to all the Rio Grande Valley has to offer.
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park and World Birding Center is a great place to begin a south Texas nature adventure. Guided tours offer our visitors a chance to see wildlife in their natural habitats. Special programs for teachers, students and young naturalists are available as well as citizen science projects such as Hawk Watch and the Christmas Bird Count. Make sure to check our program calendar for special events and workshops scheduled throughout the year.
Boca Chica State Park is located near Brownsville in southeastern Cameron County, Texas. Boca Chica is part of the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge, as is Brazos (Santiago) Island.
A 40-acre wetlands oasis in the midst of a lively urban landscape, the Edinburg Scenic Wetlands offers watchable wildlife year-round in a setting friendly to birds, butterflies and other water-loving creatures. The grounds offer three acres of paths and butterfly gardens, a large lake for wildlife viewing, Dragonfly pond, discover pond and indoor kids’ area and gift shop. You can check out Junior Ranger packs filled with activities and materials to help your little ones explore South Texas nature!
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center hosts school groups from pre-K through high school, scout groups, birding tours for all ages, challenge course facilitation, youth family programming, adult and senior history tours, speaker series programs, adult short courses in backyard habitat and birding! We have something for everyone!
Norma Hess is a birth photographer & videographer in McAllen, Texas. She offers on-location documentary photography & videography. Norma believes in capturing your family’s love story with organic and unposed documentary sessions. Norma serves McAllen and surrounding areas. (Tambien se habla español.)
This group is a safe place where RGV Moms can find support, resources, encouragement and friendship from other moms in our community. We come here to share and relate, seek advice, celebrate joy, empathize difficulties, and be honest. This group is being moderated by RGV Moms Blog – http://www.RGVMomsBlog.com
Fine Art Wedding Photography based in Texas and serving the continental United States
While my main focus is wedding photography, I love photographing all types of subjects. I take on a limited amount of portrait work and enjoy documenting the smallest of details in my subject(s). I strive to capture you in your most natural element and provide you with tangible goods that you can share with your family and loved ones throughout the years. My work consists of a mixture of both digital and film work, a slight throwback to a bygone era. I am based out of Texas, and work continuously in the Rio Grande Valley. I also travel for work and love visiting new places and meeting new people.
Wedding • Portrait
Usborne and Kane Miller books are the most exciting, engaging, and educational books on the market today. They are high-quality, innovative, lavishly-illustrated, and best of all, they are the books kids love to read. Choose from over 1,800 bright, colorful, and fun titles covering a wide variety of subjects.
“I enjoy photojournalism immensely. There is just something about making the ordinary daily routines of life seem extraordinary. I love babies, children, families and when my clients are just as excited as I am to be creative or spontaneous.
I can’t wait to spend some time with you to see where our photography journey takes us!”
Lifestyle • Family • Children • Maternity • Seniors
While nothing can eliminate every mosquito from your property, our service works so well we guarantee you won’t be bothered by mosquitoes between treatments. If you are? Well all you have to do is call. We’ll come back out, re-assess your property and, if necessary, re-treat at no additional charge. If you aren’t happy with your results, we will cheerfully refund your investment.
The International Museum of Art & Science is a Smithsonian Affiliate and fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. IMAS is the premier art and science museum of South Texas and contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space. The IMAS galleries host a number of revolving art and science exhibits each year. The museum provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in hands-on science exhibits and to learn about original works of art while encouraging creativity and innovation. The IMAS permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens and 4,500 folk art and textile objects. The 1,500 fine art works in the permanent collection reflect many countries and artistic movements beyond Mexico, dating from the 16th century to the present.
The purpose of this group is to share family-friendly FREE or LOW COST Events in the RGV Area! Invite your friends!
The community group members are all welcome to post local events in the RGV that would be of interest to moms, dads, and kids!
Sports enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy the lighted softball/baseball, football, and soccer fields, a jogging trail, a lighted basketball pavilion, lighted tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, and aquatic facilities. Exciting playground equipment is also available in the 27-acre park.
Welcome to our family-focused dental practice! We understand the importance of personalized care and strive to create a warm and welcoming environment for patients of all ages. Whether you’re bringing your child in for their first dental checkup or seeking treatment for yourself, our team is committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive dental care. Our goal is to empower you and your family to achieve optimal oral health through education and individualized treatment plans. We look forward to serving you and your loved ones and helping you maintain healthy and beautiful smiles for years to come.
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center hosts school groups from pre-K through high school, scout groups, birding tours for all ages, challenge course facilitation, youth family programming, adult and senior history tours, speaker series programs, adult short courses in backyard habitat and birding! We have something for everyone!
This spot in South McAllen has everything! It’s located at the Palmview Community Center, so there’s a branch library, gym, as well as the outdoor facilities. The splash pad is very interactive, and has restrooms and picnic tables with shade. It’s also a summer meals location through the McAllen ISD summer feeding program. The playground is perfect for kids 5-12. There are some high slides and steep drops for the little ones. There’s also a walking path, exercise equipment, basketball court and skate park.
KpPhotography will be having children’s valentines minis on February 13th, 2021 at the Wyndham Garden on 10th street (across from la plaza mall)
25 minutes
5 edited images
2 backdrops to choose from
$60 up to 3 children
RGV Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition
“The Rio Grande Valley Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition is a collaborative effort, providing county-wide leadership on the issue of Teen Pregnancy through community awareness, health education and youth development.”
When: Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of every other month
(Jan, Mar, May, Sept, Nov)
Time: 9am-11am
Where: UTRGV McAllen Teaching Site 1800 S. Main St, McAllen
Contact Information: [email protected]
Like us on Facebook “Rio Grande Valley Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition”
or “RGVTPPC”
Specializing in Portraits, Family, Senior, Children’s, Cake Smashes, Birthday Shoots, and small events in the Mcallen, Texas, and surrounding cities.