How can I contact the Prairie & Timbers Audubon Society?
www.prairieandtimbers.org or 972.578.3146 What areas are handicapped accessible? The main exhibit floor is accessible and there is a ramp to access the lower level. We also have a lovely paved nature trail that is great for families with strollers and for wheelchairs. Can we bring our dogs to walk with us? Because we are a wildlife sanctuary, for your pets’ protection, please leave them at home. Large dogs and cats can harm the animals we exist to protect and little animals might make a good meal for a larger native Texas animal. My child is under 5 years old. What could he/she do at The Heard? Many of our visitors are under 5. Children of all ages love to see native animals, dig for fossils in the sand pit, and we begin offering preschool nature classes as early as age 3. Is there a problem with mosquitos? Bugs are a normal part of any nature experience. If you bring bug spray, we ask that you apply it outside as a courtesy to those with allergies. Are there picnic facilities? We have
