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Big Thicket National PreserveA meadow surrounded by tall trees
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Big Thicket National Preserve
Management
 

Designations
Globally Important Bird Area - July 26, 2001 UNESCO Biosphere Reserve - December 15, 1981
National Preserve - October 11, 1974

 

Lance Rosier  

Did You Know?
Lance Rosier, a self-taught naturalist from Saratoga, was known as "Mr. Big Thicket." He dedicated his life to the preservation of the Big Thicket.

Last Updated: September 19, 2006 at 13:18 EST