Free Talk: "Stepping Outside: Nature and Society In Texas State Parks"

Jason Julian will show his new book on Texas State Parks through archival research, captivating photographs, and historical data. The story of Texas State Parks is a compelling one, rich in environmental and cultural history. Through archival research, historical data, more than a hundred interviews, visits to all 89 state parks, and captivating photographs, Jason Julian shares the story behind his new book on Texas State Parks. Topics include the benefits of birds, butterflies, and other wildlife; the role birders play in state parks; biodiversity hotspots across Texas; and the connections we share with birds and other wildlife.