Open daily from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM, the River Ranch Interpretive Center orients visitors and introduces them to the park’s many amenities and activities. Trail maps, park brochures and handouts describing suggested hike routes are available. The IC Library features helpful reference materials. Interactive LOOK, LISTEN and FEEL stations encourage visitors to learn about the park’s flora, fauna and geology. Through the WOODLANDS, RIVER and SAVANNAH displays, visitors become familiar with the park’s terrain and three habitat areas. OUR LAND/OUR HERITAGE, a series of historic photographs and maps, provides insight into the history of the Liberty Hill area.

FRRCP volunteers assist park management by staffing the IC at various times during the week. Long-time hiking buddies and outdoor enthusiasts Vivian Kirkbride and Mary Raymond are among the loyal group of FRRP volunteers who staff the Interpretive Center at RRCP. During an hour-long orientation session, IC volunteers like Vivian and Mary become familiar with the Center’s display area, office, library and classroom. They are then prepared to welcome visitors, distribute park information and answer questions about the interactive educational exhibits. Note that the FRRCP office is open whenever a volunteer is on duty.

Many members of the IC team take advantage of their 2.5 hour shifts to review the wealth of reference material available in the IC Library. For information on assisting with this vitally important visitor service, email us at friendsofriverranch@gmail.com.