Though most known for its arid landscapes, Texas does, in fact, have four national forests. That's not a lot for its size, considering California, for example, has 20. Texas' national forests are all ...

Looking for a hidden gem that feels like a true escape—without ever leaving Houston? The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is just that: a peaceful, 155-acre nature sanctuary right in the heart of the ...

HOUSTON, Texas -- Kayakers get ready! A 7.7 mile stretch of water on Greens Bayou in the heart of Houston has just been anointed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) as an official ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Paddlers explore Greens Bayou, which features wildlife and wooded banks within Houston city limits. (Texas Parks and Wildlife ...

HOUSTON On Oct. 4, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will officially launch its 90th paddling trail at Greens Bayou in Houston. A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for 8 a.m., Saturday, ...

Survey of event planners highlights the Houston hub’s 150-acre nature preserve and sustainable infrastructure as top draws for corporate and social gatherings ...