The Friends is continuously reaching out to local, state and federal organizations to support its mission. On a local level the Friends participates with local members of the Travis Audubon Society on the annual Balcones Songbird Festival. (See Songbird Festival).

Friends members attend nature and birding events around the state for enjoyment, education, and to promote interest in our own Refuge. October is the time of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Expo in Austin as well as National Refuge Week which is celebrated in BCNWR as well as all other Refuges nationally. In November there is a meeting of area "Friends" groups in Brazoria Texas. These are just a few examples of the numerous events around the state that are attended by Friends members.

On a national level Friends works with organizations like The Nature Conservancy, National Wildlife Federation, Trust for Public Lands, and our U.S. Legislative offices to gain support for the Refuge. The Refuge is in dire need of additional funds to complete its land acquisition goals. (See Help Complete the Refuge.)

There is always a need for individuals who would like to be trained as docents. In a program organized by the Capital Area Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists, a day of training gives you enough information to be able to describe the indigenous flora and fauna of the refuge to a small group during a hike along its paths. As a by-product you will better be able to understand and appreciate central Texas natural habitat for your own enjoyment. What better way is there to appreciate nature and more fully enjoy the natural beauty of the Hill Country.