Artist Boat
To promote awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts.
13330 Settegast Road, Galveston, Texas, 77554 · Est. 2003
All ages — students, families, volunteers, artists, and nature enthusiastsPeople Served
About
Artist Boat is a nonprofit in Galveston, Texas that teaches people about the coast and ocean through science and art. They offer eco-art camps, kayak adventures, nature journaling, and habitat restoration programs. They also run the Coastal Heritage Preserve and the Gulf Coast Environmental Education Center, where visitors can learn about protecting beaches, wetlands, and marine life.
Services
6African Safari Tours to MalawiTake an amazing trip to Africa to see elephants and other wild animals during beautiful sunsets. These special adventure trips help support Artist Boat's work while giving you memories that will last forever.
Public Kayak AdventuresTake a 4-hour guided kayak trip through restored marshes at Artist Boat Coastal Heritage Preserve on Galveston Island. You'll learn about habitat restoration and conservation while paddling through pristine coastal prairie. The adventure includes a watercolor art demonstration and time to paint your own artwork. All equipment is provided including tandem kayaks, life jackets, and paddles. Adventures start with a short 0.3-mile walk through the preserve. Children must be at least 7 years old and under 13 must kayak with an adult.
Private Kayak AdventureArtist Boat offers private guided kayak trips for groups of 1-25 people. These trips are perfect for families, scouts, and other groups who want to guarantee spots for everyone. You can choose your own date and destination based on what staff is available. The trips include all the gear and guidance you need. Groups must book ahead of time by calling. This is a great way to explore nature on the water with your whole group.
Nature Journaling WorkshopsLearn to draw and write about nature in a special journal. This program has four 2-hour classes with a teacher named Irmi. Each class is at a different outdoor location on Galveston Island's west end. You'll learn to use watercolors, sketching, and words to record what you see in nature. No art experience needed. All supplies are included and yours to keep - sketchbook, paints, brushes, and more. Classes happen once a month on Saturday mornings. You'll visit different nature areas like ponds, bird watching spots, and outdoor classrooms.
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The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less.
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