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If you haven't been here, you've got to make the trip! Whether you're doing nature study or just spending time together, there's so much to observe here. It's absolutely beautiful! They also have neat kid and family events. For more info on location, dates, times and cost, check them out at this link: http://www.sabot.org/
These trees were so sweetly fragrant that we couldn't help but notice them all over the garden. Can you tell the male plant from the female? 
If you're a birder, this is an excellent place to spot birds! We were so excited to spot our first Wilson's Warbler here. This is our first positive ID of any warbler. We're learning to recognize them. The move around so much and so quickly that it's hard for us to ID them unless they have distinct markings.
These are a few of the treehouses that are featured at the gardens. Some of the designs are very interesting. This is "The Windcatcher".
The "Bamboo Pavilion has moving panels so you can create the rooms. 
And that's it! Make sure you head out there some time. It's really a neat place. You'll need a few hours at least to get a good feel for the gardens all around.
I just couldn't resist taking a mass of pictures of these beautiful flowers, creatures and waterways. Since I didn't collect much information about them, I don't have much to say other than... enjoy! :-)
Most of these were taken in the entrance, rose garden and formal garden areas.
These trees were so sweetly fragrant that we couldn't help but notice them all over the garden. Can you tell the male plant from the female? 
Entering the tropical pavilions...
Check out the little "hands" that hold this vine on to the cement wall.
This palm has some interesting roots...
Ferns and fronds...
I love the unusual design of these leaves.
We couldn't pass up the great bugs!
Why do we find mating bugs so interesting? These guys are already interesting. I don't believe we've seen these before.
Monarchs covered this bush.
On to the Japanese inspired garden.
More waterways...
We found these ducklings in the "East Texas Pineywoods" area.
If you're a birder, this is an excellent place to spot birds! We were so excited to spot our first Wilson's Warbler here. This is our first positive ID of any warbler. We're learning to recognize them. The move around so much and so quickly that it's hard for us to ID them unless they have distinct markings.We also saw several Baltimore Oriole's here and a Downy Woodpecker.
I love how Cypress Trees have these great roots!
These are a few of the treehouses that are featured at the gardens. Some of the designs are very interesting. This is "The Windcatcher".
The "Bamboo Pavilion has moving panels so you can create the rooms. This one was made out of all recycled materials.
And this one... uh, I don't remember, but it looks cool.
And that's it! Make sure you head out there some time. It's really a neat place. You'll need a few hours at least to get a good feel for the gardens all around.
