Wild at Heart

Texas is home to an extraordinary diversity of wild cats — from elusive bobcats and powerful mountain lions to the endangered Texas ocelot. Join Texas Native Cats, a dedicated volunteer organization, as we uncover the untold stories of these remarkable animals — their fight for survival, the challenges they face, and the vital role they play in maintaining the balance of our natural ecosystems.

Non-member Ticket Price: $25
Member Ticket Price: $10

Houston Botanic Garden offers free parking for daytime events, which are held rain or shine. If you have specific questions, please email education@hbg.org.

About the Speaker Nicole Cloutier is a Texas Master Naturalist with the Galveston Bay Area Chapter and has been a dedicated volunteer with Texas Native Cats since 2022 (learn more at TexasNativeCats.org.). Inspired by the documentary Deep in the Heart, which highlights Texas’ iconic landscapes and wildlife, she became deeply committed to protecting the state’s native species. Nicole holds degrees in journalism from Texas A&M University and biology from the University of Houston–Clear Lake. She is especially passionate about endangered species, including the Texas ocelot, and also volunteers with the Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research and Armand Bayou Nature Center.

*Photo by Karin Saucedo, from Texas Native Cats website