December 3-5, 2025 at the Brazos County Expo

Location: 5827 Leonard Rd., Bryan, TX 77807

During this three-day Summit, TCiNN will bring together health, education, built environment, faith, and conservation community leaders to shape an even brighter future for the children of Texas. TCiNN will convene over 300 community leaders to strengthen the network and develop opportunities and policies to connect more children and families.

Volunteer opportunities at the Summit are available - for more information email Alice Jansen.

Conference at a Glance

• Wednesday

• 9-10: First Time Attendees Coffee

• 10-11:30: Regional Collaborative Meetings

• 12-4: Workshops around Waco

• 5-6:30: Summit Happy Hour

• Thursday

• 8-6: Conference Sessions

• 6 -9: Night Out Evening Event

• Friday

• 8-12:30:Conference Sessions

Celebrate our 2025 Children in Nature Network Champions

Every year Texas Children in Nature Network honors individuals or organizations that have gone above and beyond to improve the lives of children through strengthening their connection with nature. We will honor our award winners during our 2025 Summit in Byran/College Station

Summit Session Strands

• Physical & Mental Health

• Formal and Informal Education (Elementary through College)

• Early Childhood Education Outdoor Learning Environments

• Community Engagement and Partnerships

• Nature for All

• Access to Nature

• Nature Administration (marketing, social media, fundraising, center management, etc.)

Concurrent sessions will take place on Thursday of the Summit and are one hour long.

Wednesday Workshops

Half-day workshops are on Wednesday afternoon, December 3rd. These workshops will feature our partners' great programs and highlight wonderful nature spaces across the Bryan/College Station area.

You will be asked to choose a workshop upon registration. Please make note of the workshop you selected for future reference. All workshop registration changes must be given prior approval and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

IMPORTANT: All workshops are held rain or shine.

Wednesday Evening Happy Hour

Wind down after the Wednesday Workshops at a special TCiNN Happy Hour from 5:00-6:30 p.m.!

Texas Children in Nature Network Night Out - Thursday Evening