| 367 Freeport Pkwy. Coppell, TX 75019 972-304-3581 |
Based on the Dallas County Health and Human Services Department’s recommendation, the City of Coppell is under a local state emergency for a public health emergency. As a result, the Biodiversity Education Center, Nature Explore play space, and the public restroom at the Biodiversity Education Center is closed to the public until further notice. Coppell Nature Park remains open, including the trails. We urge you to continue to practice social distancing measures when in the park on the trails.
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Visitor Hours*
Classes & Programs
The Biodiversity Education Center creates an approachable bridge to the outdoors through natural space, the Nature Explore Area, and hands-on environmental education programs. Participants of education programs develop a deeper connection to their environment as they learn about local flora, fauna, natural processes and sustainability issues. A wide variety of community programs are offered for all ages including annual festivals, environmental education and gardening classes, school field trips, nature walks and community improvement days.Click on an image below to view class offerings
Click on the logo below to see the full calendar and register. Students meet two times each month throughout the school year. Registration is open July - September. 
facilitated education programs
BUILDING RESERVATIONS
The Biodiversity Education Center building is available to rent as a meeting space for Coppell Non-profit 501(c) 3 Organizations. Youth organizations such as Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, 4H and American Heritage Girls are asked to submit requests using the non-profit form. UPDATE: Effective January 2020, all groups must supply a building reservation fee: $25 per 2 hours. Submit completed request forms to bec@coppelltx.gov at least 72 hours prior to requested reservation time. Building availability is subject to BEC educational program schedule.
BEC Reservation Form
GREEN BUILDING DESIGN
The Biodiversity Education Center was designed with "green" construction features. The building receives power from 96 solar panels and includes a cistern that captures 9,400 gallons of rainwater. Landscaping around the Center features Texas native and adaptive plants, reducing water consumption and providing a habitat for wildlife such as butterflies, hummingbirds, birds, and bees.
VOLUNTEER WITH US!
The quality programming offered through the Biodiversity Education Center is made possible by a strong community of volunteers. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available for teens and adults. You may view some of these opportunities by clicking the links below to the online volunteer portal. Please contact any staff member for further assistance.
Adult Volunteers (Ages 18 and older)
Youth Volunteers (Ages 13 - 17 years old)
If you are interested in volunteering with the Biodiversity Education Center, we invite you to attend volunteer orientation. Orientation is offered two times a year in the Fall and Spring. During orientation, you will learn about Coppell Nature Park, the Biodiversity Education Center, the programs offered to the community through this facility, and the impact volunteers have on the community. We hope this will help you decide which volunteer opportunities best fit your schedule, interests, and skills. You will also learn how to utilize the online volunteer system to create a profile, register for activities, and log hours.
Docents are a committed group of adult volunteers who receive training to take a leadership role with activities such as field trips, guided hikes, and group service activities. Docent training is offered two times each year in the Fall and Spring.
To see other eco-friendly initiatives sponsored by the City of Coppell, visit coppelltx.gov/sustainability.  | The Biodiversity Education Center is a Texas Aquatic Science certified field site. Visit texasaquaticscience.org to learn more!  |