Texas Recycles Day

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Celebrate Texas Recycles Day at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center! Presented by H-E-B’s Our Texas, Our Future initiative, this special three-day celebration invites visitors to recycle and explore the beauty of Texas.

Bring one single-use plastic bag or one plastic bottle per person to receive free admission to the Wildflower Center. Spend the day exploring our gardens, discovering native plants and enjoying the outdoors while supporting recycling efforts in our community.

Visitors without a recyclable item will be charged regular admission. This special offer is available November 13–15 only.

Learn more about H-E-B’s recycling and sustainability efforts at Our Texas, Our Future.

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Walk and Talks & Demonstrations

Short, guided programs led by Wildflower Center staff and partners.

10:30 a.m. — Understory Trees

11:30 a.m. (Demonstration) — Tree Planting for Success

12:30 p.m. — Understanding Oak Wilt (Texas A&M Forest Service)

1:30 p.m. — Caring for Oak Trees

Ongoing Activities (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

Hands-on stations and educational activities will be offered throughout the day. Partners include Texas A&M Forest Service, Austin Fire Department’s Wildfire Division, Bartlett Tree Experts, Capital Area Master Naturalists, the City of Austin’s Youth Forest Council, and more.

Highlights include:

Firewise information and home-safety tips

Emerald ash borer education

Mythbusting about Ashe juniper (Juniperus Asheii)

Bird nest–making + endangered bird information

Scavenger hunt

Tree pruning basics

Tree parts crafts

Yard games like cornhole and giant Jenga

Shop & Gallery Specials

Enjoy 10% off select tree-focused books and 15% off wood-crafted items (excluding consignment).

Food & Treats

Warm up with something tasty during your visit.

S’mores at the fire pit (weather permitting)

Food truck

Admission: Unless otherwise stated, all activities are included with garden admission. Free for members!

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Presented by H-E-B

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Want to learn more about H-E-B’s plastic recycling program?

Discover how H-E-B collects and recycles plastic bags and film, what materials are accepted, and how they’re turned into new products.

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