Protecting
What We Love
Spending time in nature creates priceless experiences and unforgettable memories. Safeguarding it ensures we will enjoy its many benefits for generations to come.
Prairie Celestial by Troy Mullens
Gadwalls by David Morgan
Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher by FWNC&R Staff
Pipevine Swallowtail by K.P. Wilska
Our Mission
is Simple
At 3,700 acres, the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge is one of the largest urban nature parks in the country. The Friends of the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge has been a strategic force in keeping this North Texas treasure an exciting and innovative place to visit for decades. Our mission remains the same as it has since our founding: to preserve and protect the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge for future generations.
Grand Opening: Online Store
The Friends are thrilled to announce the limited-time opening of our online merchandise store! Now is your chance to snag exclusive apparel and gear that shows your love for one of the largest urban nature parks in the country. From striking designs to comfortable classics, there’s something for every nature enthusiast. But hurry – this special online store will only be open until June 30th!
Rain Drops by Trinity Arts Photo Club
Latest News

Refuge Report
With all that’s going on at the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 2025 is shaping up to be one of our most dynamic and impactful years yet!

A New Way to Explore: Introducing Educational Backpacks for Friends Members
The new Educational Backpack Program for members will allow endless discovery for families, homeschool groups, and the young at heart.

Meet the Texas Tortoise: The Slow and Steady Superstar of the Nature Center
A Texas tortoise has taken its place in the lineup of wildlife ambassadors delighting visitors of all ages at the Nature Center.
The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.
John Muir
Forest by Trinity Arts Photo Club
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