Get ready for your weekend getaway on Galveston Island! Enjoy a 2-night stay at a canal house in Jamaica Beach with 6 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths. Accommodates up to 16 people. Private pool, guest house, expansive deck, great fishing & more!

This canal front Galveston vacation home is perfect for multiple families or couples with 3 king bedrooms (2 in the main house, 1 in the guest house), 2 queen bedrooms, and a ground level bedroom with a twin trundle and attached bath. Spacious rooms, a deck that extends around the home, and a resort-like poolside retreat with multiple seating areas & mature tropical landscaping are perfect for all ages.

The open plan has plenty of room for everyone. Take a short drive to the beach or fish right off of the deck. The home is the perfect place for your next island vacation. The canal house is subject to availability and expires on 5/21/20. Unavailable 3/13/20 - 3/22/20 and 4/9/20 - 4/13/20.

This trip for 4 people is paired with a guided bird trip with Alice Anne O'Donell and Mort Voller. Spend a day experiencing the birds at Lafitte's Cove Nature Preserve, Galveston Island State Park, Dos Vacas Bird Sanctuary, and more.

Also, enjoy a show at the Grand 1894 Opera House. Included is a $50 coupon to a 2020 Season Coupon Show. The Grand is one of the few remaining theatres of its era in Texas and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. As further recognition of its importance to the citizens of Texas, in 1993 the 73rd Texas Legislature proclaimed The Grand “The Official Opera House of Texas“. This coupon is for general admission and expires on August 31, 2020.

Welcome to the Jungle! This 4-night all-inclusive stay at Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge is the perfect combination of private and family-style accommodations, providing an intimate setting for nature lovers of all ages. The Macal River is just steps away with the best beach around, where guests can swim, relax, and enjoy unlimited use of tubes and canoes. Adjacent to the resort grounds is the 45-acre Belize Botanic Gardens. The Gardens connect to an additional 37 acres of tropical broad-leaf forest, where you'll find an extensive system of hiking trails, which continues on to destinations beyond the property, including the Maya archaeological site Xunantunich. Don’t forget about the Treehouse Bar, where guests can eat, drink, and if they’re lucky, visit with the neighborhood toucans or kinkajous.

Did you know that over 300 bird species have been recorded within 5 miles of Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge? The Cayo District is well known for its abundant bird life, and the Lodge could not be better placed for Birders with its rich mixture of habitats and equally varied avifauna. Set in secondary growth rainforest on the edge of the Macal River, the lodge offers an unparalleled opportunity to get close to forest birds. Each morning, the lodge sets out a tempting plate of fruit and throughout the day the birds will come in and feed just a few feet from guests at the Treehouse Bar. Early morning is best and one of our bird guides is often on hand to help with identification over tea and coffee. Species such as Collared Aracari, Wood Thrush, Blue-crowned Mot-mot and several tanagers are regulars at the fruit table, usually in numbers, bickering over the melon. Other visitors to the fruit include Gray Catbird, Clay-colored Robin, and the noisy Plain Chachalacas, who can also double as your daily wake-up call!

Offer includes room and all-inclusive package for up to two guests in a King or Two Queen Casita with a complimentary 30-minute guided bird walk. The all-inclusive package includes three meals per day, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, Belize Botanic Gardens access, hiking trail access, exclusive use of river tubes, canoes, and bikes, and land transportation to/from International Airport.

International airfare to BZE Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport, commuter airfare to San Ignacio (if desired), additional excursions, SCUBA diving, fishing, and premium alcohol are not included in the package. Winner has free reign over the calendar except Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s week. Winner must stay within one year of the auction date.  When booking your stay, make sure to ask about additional excursions or adding on additional discounted nights!

Expires 10/17/2020

Take your birding to the next level with this crazy fun package. Stay in walking distance of all the birding action at the Birder’s Haven located near the Winnie Street entrance of Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary in High Island, Texas. Valid for 3 nights, April 2, 3 and 4, 2020. The cottage accommodates 4 guests.

During your stay, spend a day birding at High Island with Houston Audubon’s Conservation Director, Dr. Richard Gibbons. On your outing, you will be led through Smith Oaks and other High Island sanctuaries seeking spring migratory birds and have access to a behind the scenes perspective of current and future management and projects.

Bring along your new pair of Vortex Razor HD 8x42 binoculars for the perfect birding experience. These binoculars are bright and crystal-clear thanks to premiun, extra-low dispersion glass, and they boast a generous 7.4° field of view. In summary, they are amazing!

Start off your Matagorda County Adventure with a 2-night stay for 2 people at the Peaceful Pelican B&B in Palacios, Texas. Experience the charm of a historic 1910 home and its scenic bayfront location in a quiet shrimping town. The property has been recognized with a Texas Historical Marker and was fully renovated in 2006-07 to bring it up to date and restore its timeless beauty. Not valid on holidays or from Oct. 1 - Nov. 30. Expires 12/31/2020

Enjoy a half-day of birding with Marilyn Sitz at the Matagorda County Birding Nature Center. The Matagorda County Birding Nature Center (MCBNC) covers 34 beautiful acres and is located on the Colorado River in Bay City, Texas. MCBNC has six botanical gardens (butterfly, hummingbird, rose, herb, cactus or palm and bamboo garden) and three major eco-systems to enjoy.

Schedule a half-day of kayaking with Willie Younger on either the Colorado River or East Matagorda Bay. All boats, gear, and guide services will be provided by an experienced local sea kayaker. No experience required. 

And top off your trip with a dinner at Venezia’s Garden Italian Restaurant in Bay City donated by the Tourism Department of the City of Bay City.

Start the New Year off right! Escape with us to "God's Country" of central Texas; a magical land of natural wonders, scenic Highland Lakes, Hill Country vistas, and wintering Bald and Golden Eagles. We'll enjoy numerous other species as we bird our way to Lake Buchanan on Friday. With an early morning start on Saturday, we'll travel through more beautiful Texas Hill Country, where we'll delight in the special species of that area before boarding our tour boat to view eagles and a bevy of other birds.

This outstanding trip includes ground transportation from Houston, hotel room, entrance fees, boat fees and guided services. (Meals are not included)

Trip is only valid on the weekend of Jan 10 - 11, 2020. Departs early morning on Jan 10 and returns late on Jan 11.

From the gentle sound of rustling leaves to the breathtaking views, The Lodges at Lost Maples is truly the ultimate Hill Country experience. This quiet property is a great habitat for Golden-cheeked Warblers and Black-capped Vireos. It's also convenient to many great birding spots in the area.

Included in the package: - 2-night stay for 2 people at the Lost Lodges at Lost Maples - hike and bird on our private property (listed on eBird and on the Heart of Texas Wildlife Trail West #059) - continental breakfast in the cabin for the first morning - complimentary wine tasting for 2 at nearby Lost Maples Winery All cabins have central air/heat, fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens, full-size stove, refrigerator, microwave, linens, towels, paper goods, toiletries, BBQ grill and private front and rear porches with seating and bird feeders.

Blackout dates are Oct. 1 - Nov. 30, 2019 and major holidays. Expires Sep. 30, 2020. Early check-in available when possible. This offer is for the Cottage, Red Rooster, Firefly or Treehouse only and excludes the Villa and River Lodge.

The Valley is known for their birds and butterflies. Enjoy a 4-night stay at the world famous Alamo Inn B&B for 2 people. Included is a day of guided birding with one of the staff from the Alamo Inn B&B. From the Alamo Inn B&B's website... "Since 1999, we have been a South Texas landmark hide-away for guests to enjoy beautiful sunsets, great birds and butterflies, and our friendly Tex-Mex culture where time moves slower. Located close to the McAllen Airport, in the center of the richest birding area in the U.S., they are the perfect spot for bird watchers." And they are not kidding... the Valley is so much fun! Expires October 17, 2020

Bring along your new Eagle Optics Kingbird 6.5x32 binoculars. These binoculars are great for viewing butterflies up close.

You will definitely need them on your guided butterfly and bird walk with one of the staff at the National Butterfly Center in Mission, Texas. Included in this package is a Swift Guide to Butterflies of North America by Dr. Jeffrey Glassberg and and a two-hour guided butterfly & bird walk for 2 people at the National Butterfly Center in Mission, TX. Walk must be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance, and expires 9/30/2020. Additional walk participants will be $10/person.

Enjoy a 2-night stay for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children) at Camp Allen’s Hotel & Conference Center in Navasota, Texas. Package includes hotel accommodations, 6 buffet meals and use of the beautiful 1,000-acre property complete with lakes, pools, hiking trails, athletic courts, fitness center and more!

Subject to availability and valid through 11/1/2020. Additional children can be added for $25/day/child.