Are you over 50 and eager for birding and natural history adventures? Are you tired of driving through Houston traffic to reach a birding destination? We have the solution! We offer monthly senior bus trips with buses provided as a service by Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey. Houston Audubon books a bus every month for adults age 50 and up. We provide snacks, refreshments and an experienced tour guide at our destination.
Reservations are required and attendance is limited due to bus capacity. A small fee is charged by Houston Audubon to cover costs for refreshments and entry fees. Participants will be required to sign Precinct 3 and Houston Audubon liability release forms for the trip. Precinct 3 regulations require that all participants must be 50 years or older.
Senior bus trips depart from Memorial City Mall. You will receive directions and times when you register. Bring your lunch in a soft-sided container and we will provide snacks, cold water, and an ice chest for your drinks. Note that there is no restroom on the county buses, however we do make bathroom stops. Remember to bring your binoculars, insect protection, sturdy shoes, and rain gear if necessary.
Houston Audubon is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that operates on program fees and donations. If you have to cancel your trip for whatever reason, we will consider your fee (usually $15 per person) a donation. In order to receive a refund for your bus trip fee, you must cancel 48 hours in advance of the trip by emailing Jesi Malowitz (email below) directly and let us know you require the refund. That will allow time for members on the waitlist to join.
For more information and trip updates, contact Jesi Malowitz at jmalowitz@houstonaudubon.org.
Monday, July 6, 2026: Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge
Join Houston Audubon on July 6th for a summer excursion to the Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge, a sprawling 44,000-acre coastal sanctuary. Our group will spend the day traveling along the Big Slough Auto Tour loop, offering excellent views of the freshwater marshes and salt prairies from our climate-controlled bus. It is a fantastic opportunity for seniors to enjoy the beauty of the Texas coast and connect with fellow birders in a relaxed, accessible environment. Meeting Time: 7:30 am.
Future Trips
- August 17: Jocelyn Nungaray NWR
- September 8: Houston Museum of Natural Science, Cockrell Butterfly Center
- October 12: Smith Point Hawk Watch
- November 2: JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace/Wallisville Lake Project
