EVENTS

The Borderlands Research Institute provides opportunities for the public to learn from and engage with researchers, experts, and specialists in natural resources. Check out the upcoming events below.

Upcoming Events

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Guided Hikes on Hancock Hill

Join SRSU staff on guided hikes on Hancock Hill.

Learn about the history of Alpine and Sul Ross and the natural history of Hancock Hill, while taking in stunning views.

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Upcoming events will be posted here when they are announced.

Past Events

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Far West Texas 101 - The Alamito Foundation

A land steward workshop caring for the greater Alamito Valley.

We invite you to join us for a workshop about land stewardship and an opportunity to meet new neighbors.

When: August 2, 2024
Where: Marfa, Texas

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Wildlife Day in Alpine

When: February 3, 2024

Time: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Where: Sul Ross State University, Holland Hotel, Downtown Alpine, Granada Theatre

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Water in the Desert - A Conference About Water in the Chihuahuan Desert of West Texas

When: January 18, 2024

Time: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Where: Sul Ross State University | E Sul Ross Ave, Alpine, TX 79832

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Trans-Pecos Wildlife Conference

When: August 4-5, 2022

Time: Thursday, August 4, 2022 8:30 AM CDT – Friday, August 5, 2022 12:00 PM

Where: Sul Ross State University, Morgan University Center | E Sul Ross Ave, Alpine, TX 79832

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Summit on Healthy Lands and Energy Development

When: April 6, 2022

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Where: Bush Convention Center, Midland, TX

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Finding Common Ground: A Conservation Vision for the Big Bend Region

When: June 16, 2021

Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Where: Online

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Borderlands Birding Bonanza - November 14

When: November 14, 2020

Times: 7:30 am – 11:00 am

Where: Dixon Water Foundation’s Mimms Unit

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Borderlands Birding Bonanza - October 25

When: October 25, 2020

Times: 8:00 am – 11:00 am or 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Where: Dixon Water Foundation’s Alamito Creek Preserve

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Borderlands Birding Bonanza - October 24

When: October 24, 2020

Times: 8:00 am – 11:00 am or 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Where: Dixon Water Foundation’s Alamito Creek Preserve