our stories

Families, volunteers, and local partners gathered at Millican Reserve for Pumpkinpalooza on October 24–25, 2026. The weekend brought familiar fall traditions and gave visitors a chance to explore more of the Reserve, including a scenic hayride connecting the Farm and lake. The Farm was the…

At Millican Reserve, seasonal produce connects the working farm to everyday life. Learning how food grows and sharing it around a table bring the community’s relationship with the land into focus. A bunch of greens or a basket of vegetables can tell us something about the…

  What a FUN summer! Despite the warm and rainy weather in Brazos County, nothing could dampen our spirits. Our campers dove into activities like farming techniques, arts and crafts, entomology, natural resources education, swimming, fishing, canoeing, and orienteering—all while building new friendships. Our dedicated…