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    Big Thicket

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    Hunter harvest cards must be returned to Big Thicket National Preserve by April 1, 2013. Hunters who do not return their cards by this date will not be issued a hunting permit for the 2013 hunting season. More »

Bookstore

The Big Thicket National Preserve bookstore, located in the visitor center, carries a wide selection of publications, DVDs, souvenirs, and Junior Ranger items. These items are made available through the Western National Parks Association, a non-profit cooperating association based in Arizona.

Items purchased at our bookstore ultimately benefit the Preserve and our visitors. A percentage of all sales comes back to the Preserve so that we can further assist our visitors through publications development and other services.

Please call us at 409-951-6722 for information about our sales items. Purchases can be made via phone by using a credit card. There is a charge for shipping.

Did You Know?

Bald Eagle

America's national bird, the bald eagle, formerly endangered and still rare, is often seen along the Neches and Trinity Rivers in Big Thicket.