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  • A farm tour of the new site and location of the Texas Tribal Buffalo Project in Floraville, Texas. As part of the Permaculture design curriculum of restoration, regenerative ag, circular economies and nature restoration, we will have the opportunity to be provided a guided tour of these principals in action. The Tour provided by the ranch starts at 10:30am on Sat March 15th.

    “As Lipan Apache descendent, mother, sister, and nature loving woman, I have a vision to culturally revive and RECONNECT the relationship between Texas Tribes. Through our regenerative buffalo herd, data & food sovereignty initiatives, DNA project, community events, and programs; we would like to leave our descendants & descendants of all Texas Tribes, a legacy of health and happiness, now and for the future.” - Lucille Contreras, CEO and Founder of Texas Tribal Buffalo Project.


    What is a Regenerative Herd?
    A regenerative buffalo herd is a group of buffalo, raised in a way that mimics natural movement and behaviors, helping to heal the land grazed on. By roaming, the herd’s graze patterns naturally regenerate the soil, create healthier ecosystems, and encourage diversity of plant growth. We learn this from the past harmonic relationships our buffalo relatives had with the environment, by bringing back our native agriculture practices, we are creating a better future for all.
    -The Texas Tribal Buffalo Project

    An evening meal is provided by the ranch on Saturday.
    Optional: stay to camp overnight.

    Supplies: For Sat Day trip and overnight camping, bring your own provisions, water, refillable water bottles, utensils, picnic lunch, and if camping, tent and provisions for breakfast. Individuals with special dietary needs, will need to bring their own meals.

    Location: is 3 hours west of Houston, Southeast of San Antonio, TX
    Ride share form will be shared with participants are to encourage car-pooling.
    Children with guardians/parents are welcome.

    Cost: $20 to reserve your space and contribute to the cost of the tour.

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Urban Harvest cultivates thriving communities through gardening and access to healthy, local food. We are improving the lives, soil, and plates of​ all Houstonians through: 

ORGANIC GARDENING & NUTRITION EDUCATION
Urban Harvest Classes teach and promote the benefits of organic gardening, ecological land management, and healthy food choices. In schools, our Garden Educators teach children about nature and the origins of their food through hands-on, experiential learning. 

HEALTHY FOOD ACCESS
Through Double Up Houston, Urban Harvest is making fresh, healthy food accessible and affordable for all. Double Up Houston provides SNAP (formerly food stamps) beneficiaries with double the amount of fresh produce for every dollar spent at markets and farm stands across Houston.

COMMUNITY GARDENS
With a network of over 140 edible gardens throughout the Greater Houston area, it's easy to get involved in a garden near you. Urban Harvest provides affiliate gardens with volunteer engagement and workdays; seed and plant distributions; and, free education opportunities to help each garden become long-lasting and well-established for the community it serves.

FARMERS MARKETS
Get to know your farmer at Urban Harvest's Farmers Markets. Here, you will find the freshest farm and artisanal products, each grown, raised, and made within 180 miles of Houston. What’s more, your food dollars stay in the local economy.

Urban Harvest Farmers Market
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Every Saturday; 8am - noon

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