Landscape: Trinity River Audubon Center

Explore a Forgotten Forest
 A tree grows in Dallas. In fact, 6,000 continuous acres of trees do. I’m willing to bet you didn’t know that what may be the largest urban hardwood forest in the U.S. lives a birdsong from downtown. With the opening of an architect-chic, $14-million Audubon Center, perhaps you’ll visit this natural wonder only eight minutes away. If not for your kid’s ecological curiosities and adventures, go for a serene yoga class. Pretty soon the place will grow on you.

Local Thought: Going Green at home is easier said than done. Learn sustainability tricks and organic gardening tips in a monthly “Living Green” course ($20).

Info: 6500 South Loop 12; www.tx.audubon.org/trinity.html or (214) 398-8722

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