Wild Basin includes 227 acres of Central Texas Hill Country habitat. In addition to serving the university community, the center is open to the public for trail hiking and educational events.
The center hosts student researchers, classes, K-12 groups and a public welcome center. Although undergraduate research historically evokes the sciences, Wild Basin encourages research in all disciplines, as well as interdisciplinary and cross-curriculum projects. Students from all programs utilize the center to study art, science, policy and local government, education, business, and other disciplines.
In addition to these types of projects, St. Edward’s University works in partnership with the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve and its many affiliates including Travis County, U.S. Fish and Wildlife, City of Austin, Nature Conservancy, and Travis Audubon Society on conservation and education efforts.
