Save Barton Creek Association - Promoting public awareness of Barton Springs and Barton Creek via scientific and environmental information.
American Botanical Council - Listing of the services and publications of the ABC. Includes a number of publications and samples of medicinal plant monographs, a glossary, and resource lists.
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - Publications, native plant information, and schedules of events and ongoing educational programs.
Capital of Texas Aquarium - An overview of the prospective Austin aquarium, including volunteer and donation specifics.
Austin Astronomical Society - A non-profit organization for anyone interested in astronomy or space sciences.
Central Texas Paleontological Society - A scientific, non-profit, community-based organization devoted to the study of fossils. Site includes contact information and meeting times.
Bat Conservation International - Austin-based group whose mission is to protect and restore bats and their habitats worldwide. Includes information about education, conservation efforts, articles, projects, places to see bats, and the "Bat Cam."
Save Our Springs Alliance - News, legal documents, and updates on this ongoing environmental protection project.
Austin Sierra Club - Information about membership and meetings, trips, and workshops. Includes an archive of newsletter articles and a section for singles.
Plateau Integrated Land and Wildlife Management - Works to preserve the natural environment by managing private property for native wildlife. Includes information about requirements and tax benefits, FAQ, and profiles of the staff.
Austin Pond Society - Includes a list of Koi and pond clubs around the world. Also includes photos, a forum, calendar of events, and membership information.
Tree Folks - Promotes the renewal, restoration, and care of urban forest through public tree plantings and education. Includes a planting guide, a list of projects, and membership information.
Capital Area Beekeepers - Includes information about all kinds of bees and why they form an integral part of the environment. Also includes information about their annual workshop.
Bull Creek Foundation - Promotes a balance between nature, recreation, and sustainable economic development within the Bull Creek watershed. Includes information about trails, water quality, and educational and volunteer events.
City of Austin - Nature Preserves - Sanctuaries for native plants, native animals, and unique natural features providing educational and scientific opportunities. Includes maps to preserves, photos, and volunteer opportunities.
Spa Waters of Texas - Promotes educational forums, presents historical research, and provides consultation to bring about a revival of authentic spa lifestyle. Site includes recommended reading and consulting information.
Clean Air Force - Coalition working to increase community awareness of air quality issues. Site includes a citizen's guide to cleaner air, a list of programs, calendar of meetings and events, and links to daily ozone readings.
Keep Austin Beautiful - Empowers citizens to take personal responsibility for enhancing the community's environment. Includes a calendar of events, a list of programs, trash facts, FAQ, donation information, and how to get involved.
Scenic Austin - Non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the visual environment of Austin and its surroundings.
City of Austin Oak Wilt Suppression Program - Information on the oak wilt disease, and its control in the city.
Bill Hicks Foundation for Wildlife Rehabilitation - Rescues orphaned and injured wildlife in the Texas Hill Country. Includes photos of Hicks and wildlife, video clips, and an online store with donation form.
Austin Reptile Service - Works for the conservation of native Texas reptiles through education. Includes a list of educational programs and snake myths.
Austin Paleontological Society - Membership includes people with various levels of interest and expertise in the field of Paleontology. Describes club activities, meeting time and place, officers, and links to related clubs.
Austin Fossils - Locations for fossil collection. From the University of Texas.
Zilker Metropolitan Park - 351 acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and special events.
Hornsby Bend - Recycling center for sewage and yard trimmings, popular birdwatching site, demonstration site for green building, and a research site for riparian ecology, biosolids, and the soil food web.
The Medical Institute for Sexual Health - A nonprofit scientific, educational organization to confront the global epidemics of nonmarital pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease with incisive health care data.
Austin Nature and Science Center - Acts as a living museum to increase knowledge, awareness, and appreciation of the area's natural environment and its connection to other world ecosystems. Includes a list of programs, schedule of exhibits, and resources for teachers.
Austin Koi Club - Includes a calendar of events and membership information.
Bob's Backyard Squirrel Cam - Includes live cam and photos of squirrels, birds, and reptiles.
Austin Nature Day - A celebration of Austin's beauty, vitality and diversity of natural resources and landscapes. Includes list of events.
GreenGirls.Net - Aims to be a network of powerful women who care deeply about the environment, and are committed to helping protect the precious natural resources of our neighborhoods, communities, and the world.
Bats of Austin - Night Wings - Information about the Mexican freetailed bats living under the Congress Avenue bridge.
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