
WILD PLACES BINGO
Explore Texas. Celebrate Conservation. Have Fun.
Celebrate Earth Day by exploring, engaging with, and advocating for Texas’ extraordinary wild places.
Wild Spirit Wild Places invites you to play Wild Places Bingo all summer long as an adventurous way to experience our state's stunning landscapes, all while supporting vital conservation efforts.
Challenge Dates:
April 22, 2025 – August 31st, 2025
How It Works:
1. Get Your Bingo Card
Download or save your Wild Places Bingo Card, featuring 25 remarkable Texas locations tied to critical conservation themes:
Birds, Invasives, Night Skies, Grasslands, and Oasis.
2. Visit and Snap
Head out to the spots on your card, snap a photo at each location, and aim to complete at least one BINGO row (minimum 5 locations).
3. Post & Tag
Share your adventure! Post your photos, tag @wildspiritwildplaces and use the hashtag #WildPlacesBingo.
4. Claim Your Prize
Once you've achieved BINGO, head back and submit the form at the bottom of the page with your photos. We will be in touch shortly after with your prize!
Feeling ambitious? Complete the entire card (blackout) for a chance to win our grand prize!

Locations
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Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory
Renowned for birdwatching, Hornsby Bend supports crucial habitats for migratory birds, providing shelter and rest stops essential for avian conservation.
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Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge
This refuge safeguards endangered species like the golden-cheeked warbler, promoting biodiversity through habitat preservation.
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High Island—Smith Oaks Sanctuary
A critical sanctuary for spring migration, offering refuge for diverse bird species, helping sustain avian populations along the Gulf Coast.
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Bentsen-Rio Grand Valley State Park
A tropical birdwatching paradise, this park conserves unique habitats, essential for protecting species exclusive to this region.
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Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge
Vital for migratory waterfowl and shorebirds, These wetlands play a significant role in regional bird conservation and habitat health.
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Shoal Creek
Shoal Creek Conservancy actively removes invasive plants, restoring native species to enhance biodiversity and watershed health in urban Austin.
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Sylvan Rodriguez Park
Revitalizing native ecosystems by removing invasive woody plants and replanting native trees, benefiting wildlife and community spaces in Houston.
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San Marcos River
Protecting endangered species by actively removing invasive aquatic vegetation, preserving the river’s unique ecology and water quality.
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Lake Conroe
Successfully implementing proactive measures to prevent invasive zebra mussels, Lake Conroe exemplifies dedicated conservation efforts, protecting native aquatic life, preserving water quality, and maintaining healthy recreational waters for future generations.
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Bull Creek Preserve
Dedicated volunteer efforts help remove invasive plants, restoring Bull Creek’s natural habitats and improving ecosystem health and water quality.
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Enchanted Rock
Recognized for exceptional stargazing, its dark sky initiatives protect natural nightscapes from light pollution.
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Reimers Ranch
Promotes appreciation for astronomy and advocates against light pollution, protecting dark skies in the Texas Hill Country.
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Copper Breaks State Park
Offering pristine night skies, this park actively supports dark-sky preservation, essential for wildlife health and ecological balance.
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Big Bend Ranch State Park
Home to some of the darkest skies in the U.S., fostering conservation awareness through astronomy and ecological stewardship.
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South Llano River State Park
Certified International Dark Sky Park, dedicated to reducing light pollution and preserving natural nocturnal environments.
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Indiangrass Preserve: Ann Hamilton Trail
Managed by Katy Prairie Conservancy, dedicated to restoring and protecting native grasslands, crucial habitats for pollinators and wildlife.
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Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park
Showcases restored native grasses and wildflowers, supporting pollinators and local biodiversity.
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Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center
Promotes native plant conservation, emphasizing sustainable landscapes through grassland restoration and education.
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Caprock Canyons State Park
Protects expansive prairie ecosystems and wildlife, including a significant herd of Texas bison, preserving native grassland habitats.
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Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Conserves dramatic canyon grasslands, supporting biodiversity, soil health, and ecosystem resilience in the Panhandle.
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Balmorhea State Park
This desert oasis safeguards spring-fed pools critical for local wildlife, conserving rare aquatic ecosystems in an arid region.
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Pedernales Falls State Park
Protects vital river and waterfall habitats, maintaining crucial water resources and diverse ecosystems.
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Matagorda Bay
Serves as a key coastal wetland habitat, supporting marine biodiversity, fisheries, and bird populations.
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McKenny Falls State Park
Preserves natural water features and riparian zones, essential for sustaining regional wildlife and maintaining water quality.
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Caddo Lake State Park
A unique wetland ecosystem, critical for water conservation, biodiversity, and protection against drought and climate change impacts.
