Spring Creek Forest is an area of bottomland forest and prairie, with many trees 100-300 years old, native grasses, wildflowers and a large variety of wildlife. Over 630 species of plants and animals have been observed there. It is preserved and protected as a cultural and natural resource for study and enjoyment by the public. The Preservation Society for Spring Creek Forest was established in 1987 and is sponsored by the City of Garland Parks and Recreation Department.
Volunteers help maintain the preserve by removing invasive species, clearing trails, removing woody growth to keep the prairie clear, maintaining bird nest boxes. They also assist with nature walks. Work sessions are held monthly on the Saturday following the first Tuesday of the month, September through May. Sometimes additional work sessions are scheduled. There are no activities June through August.
Business Address:
P.O. Box 450176
Garland, TX 75045
972-205-2750
2024 Activities – 34 volunteers with 843 hours of service performed
- Conducted the annual Jan.1 walk with 5 walk groups leading close to 100 guests
- Completed 9 2-hour monthly workdays and 8 small-group/individual activities July/August
- Conducted 9 4th Sun. public walks and 4 bird walks
- Participated in Tri-City Trash bash and a workday for Texas Conservation Alliance volunteers.
- Completed 9 monthly 1.5 hour zooms with guest speakers.
- Conducted 2 forest field trip walks for new class members
- Conducted 2 vine ID workshops
- Conducted the annual moth night event with Sam K.
- Conducted 3 winter tree ID workshops for new class members
- Conducted 2 trout lily walks for Spring Creek Forest volunteers/members and the public