This trip to a private ranch is so popular we offer it twice, pre-festival and post-festival. Don’t miss the chance to begin or end your FeatherFest adventure at Hall’s Bayou Ranch!
Location: Hall’s Bayou Ranch encompasses over 25,000 acres of private land that begins at Halls Lake near Alvin TX and flows southeasterly into West Galveston Bay. It is somewhat secluded and normally open only to members. FeatherFest has been given exclusive entry to this beautiful locale. Founded in 1943, the focus was farming and ranching; management later changed the focus to hunting, fishing and a strong dedication to habitat development and conservation. This bayou is host to tens of thousands of waterfowl in the winter attracted by extensive beds of wild celery.
What to Expect: Part of the Galveston Bay western estuary, Hall’s Bayou is a welcome corridor for migrants featuring freshwater and saltwater habitat. Passerines forage on native grasses and open tree lines of secluded live oak. Shorebirds and waterbirds work the tides of the marsh. The area draws its share of raptors as well to the open ranch.
What to Bring: water, snacks, sunscreen, insect repellent, and wear closed-toed walking shoes
Important Information: There are bathroom opportunities at the beginning and end of the trip but none once out on the ranch. This is a meet-at-site trip. Driving directions will be provided prior to the trip. Once at the meeting site, participants will board a bus to enter the ranch.
