Support Our Mission Through Events
Explore upcoming fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and community events supporting our sanctuary.
Upcoming Events
Art of the Wild Gala
June 18, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Experience Art of the Wild, a unique art gala featuring works from local artists alongside one-of-a-kind paintings created by sanctuary animals as part of their enrichment and healing process. Enjoy live art demonstrations and celebrate the powerful connection between creativity, recovery, and self-expression.
OctoBEARfest
October 17, 2026
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Join us for OctoBEARFest, a fun and family-friendly fundraiser supporting the sanctuary. Enjoy BBQ, local vendors, games, and a dedicated kids’ area while exploring and shopping in a lively atmosphere. Bring your family and come be part of a great cause!
March Events Calendar
View upcoming events and important dates. This calendar is read-only for the public.
Past Events
September 20: Texas A&M Women’s Garden Club
Gardening for the Wildlife You Want and Don’t Want Kati Krouse, Walker Master Gardener, fifth generation farmer, and founder of BEARS Etc. leads an interactive discussion on how to deter
July 23: Status of Black Bears in Texas
Kati Krouse, Executive Director of Bears Etc., will be giving a presentation on the history and current status of Black Bears in Texas at the Spring Creek Greenway Nature Center
July 15 – 18: Taking Action For Animals
Bears ETC is thrilled to be an exhibitor at the Human Society’s annual Taking Action for Animals Conference. Join the leading national conference in animal advocacy. Taking Action for Animals
July 13: Captive Bears and Their Conservation Value
Texas Black Bear Alliance’s own Vice Chair (and Bears ETC founder) Kati Krouse will be presenting on “Captive Bears and Their Conservation Value.” Kati is the Executive Director of Bears