From wings in the urban environment to hooves in ranching and land management, HLSR Ranching & Wildlife’s annual seminars are more than just educational events—they’re experiences designed to inspire, equip, and connect land stewards, ranchers, and conservationists. From hands on demonstrations and live animals to expert-led sessions, each seminar blends science, timely updates and time-tested ranching wisdom. These free seminars will be held three days between Tuesday, March 3, 2026 through Thursday, March 5, 2026 at NRG Center on the second floor.
Each day has a different theme starting with Urban and Outdoors on Tuesday, Wildlife and Diseases on Wednesday, and Ranching and Land Management on Thursday.
You’ll explore topics from experts in their field including:
*Identifying and Supporting Native Butterflies (with live butterflies)
*Backyard Native Landscaping
*Dog Training
*Scoring and Aging White-Tailed Deer
*Quail, Waterfowl, Turkey and Feral Pig Ecology and Management
*New World Screwworm
*Prescribed Fire & Prescribed Burn Associations
*Funding Opportunities for Landowners
*Texas Rural Land Markets & Ranch Financing Update
*Wild Game Cooking Demonstrations
The seminars are in partnership with expert presenters from:
*Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
*Cockrell Butterfly Center, Houston Museum of Natural Science
*Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
*Coastal Conservation Association
*Ducks Unlimited
*Brennan’s of Houston
…and more!
Expect dynamic discussions, real-world case studies, and networking with people who share your passion for the land. Whether you’re a seasoned rancher, a new landowner, or an urban wildlife enthusiast, you’ll leave with actionable insights and a renewed vision for the future of your community and land.
While the seminars are offered in person, you can watch them live via a broadcast link. Those who attend in person will have the added benefit of visiting with our commercial exhibitors which showcase our agency partners like the Texas Parks & Wildlife, hunting, fishing, ranching and wildlife vendors and Texas-based colleges and universities. To learn more and join online, visit us at: Ranching & Wildlife Expo | Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
