Friends of Anahuac Refuge
Jason Miles
Support the Friends of Anahuac Refuge (FOAR) while you shop at Krogers!!!
Norman Welsh
Stop by the Customer Service counter to apply for the Kroger Loyalty Card. Then simply go online to https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards to learn more about the rewards program and to link your card to the Friends of Anahuac Refuge (FOAR).
Kroger donates annually to participating organizations based on your percentage of spending as it relates to the total spending associated with all participating Kroger Community Rewards organizations.
Every little bit helps to provide support FOAR this Upper Texas Coast treasure. Thank you!
East Unit Hunting Reservation System
Chris Campbell
Welcome to the Anahuac NWR Hunting Reservation System
The first reservations will be taken on October 19 and 20 at 7 PM for youth and veteran weekend (October 26 and 27). Then the season opens that following Saturday (November 2). Details can be found on our brochure, but basically the reservations are seven days before the day of the reservation at 7 PM.
The 2024-2025 Waterfowl Hunting Brochure has been published online and will be distributed along with the East Unit Annual Permit.
Notice: The Annual Permit fee has increased from $40 to $48 and the daily access fees have changed from $10 to $12.
CLICK HERE for any questions concerning the reservation system.
2024 PHOTO CONTEST
GRAND PRIZE WINNER: MIKE FAHEY
Mike Fahey
WEEKLY WINNING PHOTOS
Congratulations to Mike Fahey and all the weekly winners of the 2024 Photo Contest! This year, we received an incredible array of stunning submissions capturing the beauty and diversity of the inhabitants of Anahuac NWR. Thank you for your passion and talent in capturing the essence of Anahuac's wildlife. Your contributions inspire us all to cherish and protect this rich habitat.
All photos were taken at the refuge between March 10 and May 25, 2024. A “Photo of the Week” was chosen each week, and the winning image was chosen from the 11 “Photo of the Week” winners.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
The Refuge will be participating in the following events and have openings for anyone who would like to volunteer with us. RSVP to Stephanie Martinez @ 409-267-3337 x142 is required to volunteer. If you don't wish to volunteer, please come on by and say hello.
Stephanie winning for best table at Rice Festival!
November 16th: Butterfly Garden Workday 9am-11:30am. Join us for a butterfly garden workday Saturday, November 16th from 9am-11am. Learn about native plants while helping your national wildlife refuge. Bring gloves, sunscreen, etc to work outdoors. We will provide tools and snacks but you are welcome to bring your favorite gardening tool. Hope to see you there!!
Wildlife refuges are specifically created to preserve habitat for wildlife. Anahuac NWR is no different, but remains accessible for a variety of uses. Walking trails, driving loops, boardwalks, fishing piers, and boat ramps are available across the refuge.
