Two of the most iconic birds in North America visit Armand Bayou every winter and spring. The American bald eagle and osprey spend November through April hunting and fishing the productive waters of the bayou. Once threatened by the use of pesticides, the recovery of these species is a great testament to the value of clean water and habitat preservation. It’s hard to believe you’re in Houston’s backyard when enjoying this incredible viewing opportunity.
What to Expect: Join us as we take a bayou tour onboard the Armand Bayou Nature Center’s pontoon boat for some of the best viewing opportunities on the Texas coast. Osprey are fish-eating birds which put on a spectacular show as they dive into the water from significant heights. Few of us forget such an aerial display or the chance to see an eagle in the wild.
What to Bring: water, sunscreen, insect repellent, and wear closed-toed walking shoes.
Important Information: This will be a meet-at-site trip. Driving directions will be sent prior to the festival.
In case of inclement weather, issues with the tide or unforeseen circumstances in which the pontoon boat cannot go out, this trip is planned to be switched to a Bayou Safari Tour in lieu of cancellation. A description of the Bayou Safari Tour trip states, “Experience Armand Bayou Nature Center on a guided outing! Begin the tour observing wildlife from the elevated boardwalk. You will visit our animal ambassadors in the lobby of our newly renovated Environmental Learning Center. Then board our electric vehicle and leisurely explore the riparian forest down to the bayou, over to the prairie, farmhouse, and finally to the bison.”
