The Cibolo Center for Conservation sits in the heart of Boerne with two beautiful nature campuses, the Cibolo Nature Center and Herff Farm. The two campuses protect the Cibolo Creek that flows beneath the towering cypress tree canopy that runs throughout Boerne. The Cibolo welcomes guests into its beautiful natural setting offering nature education programs, enriching community events and workshops, outdoor recreation and research. Timeless themes like water conservation, land stewardship, care for wildlife, sustainability, gardening, farming, and the celebration of harvest remind guests of their shared humanity, resulting in a community connection that is signature to this Hill Country gem. 

If you are looking for a way to connect with your community and fun engaging experiences, then the Cibolo has everything you need. Visit www.cibolo.org to find a calendar of upcoming events and information on the important conservation work that protects and preserves this quality of life in our region. 

Situated along the majestic canopy of cypress trees that line the Cibolo Creek, the Nature Center offers something for everyone, from serious trail enthusiasts to families with young children and dogs, to enjoy. 

The Cibolo Nature Center offers approximately three miles of trails for all ages and abilities that span 4 distinct ecosystems-- a tallgrass prairie, riparian forest, spring-fed marsh, and live oak savannah. Trails are open daily from dawn to dusk. There is no admission charge, but donations are appreciated. 

Visitors are encouraged to properly dispose of their garbage along the receptacles situated along the trails. Clean trails = healthy ecosystems! 

Be sure to stop by our Visitor Center during your visit to get Cibolo Merch, look through our wall of Discovery Boxes, meet a few animal friends, and learn about upcoming events! 

DINOSAUR TRACKS 

Millions of years ago, enormous dinosaurs roamed this area. Walk in their footprints! The Cibolo Nature Center trails include dinosaur tracks that are replicas of real tracks found nearby. 

CAMPS & CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS 

The Cibolo offers wide-ranging educational experiences such as Homeschooling Programs for students (and their parents too!), Outdoor field trips for grades K-12, and Trailblazers for high schoolers interested in nature. The Cibolo also holds various camps throughout the year for ages 3-13 that focus on nature themes and incorporate science learning and fun activities such as archery -with farming and gardening on the Herff Farm campus. 

Experience the trails after dark and catch a glimpse of the nocturnal animals that call the Cibolo home! Night hikes occur monthly from May through October and begin at sunset. Family Hikes include low impact walks suitable and fun for young children and grandparents. Adult Hikes feature longer hikes and a more scientific discussion of our five ecosystems. 

Join us from spring to fall for concerts under the oaks and the full moon. Bring a lawn chair, an ice chest, and enjoy food trucks while jamming out to live local music.  

The Nest is the Cibolo’s nature-based preschool for 3 to 5 year olds where we incorporate play and learning in nature to best support the whole child and foster a deep love for life-long learning, a sense of wonder for the natural world, and confidence in their brains and bodies.  

The historic Herff Farm campus is nestled along Cibolo Creek just across from the Cibolo Nature Center. This important Boerne landmark serves as a community center with a special focus on learning about agriculture, gardening, and sustainable living. 

The Farmers Market at Herff Farm combines community, ecology, health, and fun. This Saturday morning outdoor experience includes local handmade and homegrown goods, walking trails, wellness classes, children's activities, organic gardens, the Hatch, and the Chicken Schoolyard. The Farmers Market at Herff Farm is open every Saturday 9am-1pm, January to December, with a few holiday-weekend and weather exceptions.  

The Cibolo hosts a wide variety of workshops from art classes to native plant landscaping certification courses. Topics range from gardening to land management to foraging, and so much more to spark your interests and build on your skills. 

Learn all about raising backyard chickens! Children are encouraged to hold baby chicks and ask questions about chicken care and life cycle. This is a great learning opportunity and photo op! 

Step inside our Chicken Schoolyard in the Teaching Garden and meet the hens of Herff Farm! Watch how chickens interact with one another and see where they live and lay their colorful eggs. If you’re lucky, a volunteer may have you feed them! 

Visit our Teaching Garden to see demonstrations of native Texas pollinators and in-ground vegetable gardening. Volunteer throughout the year on various farm projects like planting and harvesting! Attend gardening classes, play in the sandbox, and take home some inspiration for your own gardens!