Mineola Nature Preserve

03/07/2025

🌿 Discover the Trails at Mineola Nature Preserve! 🚶‍♂️🚴‍♀️🐎

Looking for the perfect place to explore, exercise, and escape into nature? The Mineola Nature Preserve offers over 20 miles of trails winding through 3,000 acres of East Texas beauty! Whether you love hiking, biking, or horseback riding, there’s a trail waiting for you.

🌳 Hiking & Walking Trails – Peaceful, scenic, and perfect for all experience levels.
🚴 Mountain Biking Trails – Take on thrilling terrain and scenic routes.
🐎 Equestrian Trails – Saddle up and ride through the Piney Woods.
🛶 Paddling Adventures – Explore the waterways and spot local wildlife.

📍 1860 CR 2724, Mineola, TX
🌐 Plan your visit: www.mineolanaturepreserve.com

No matter the season, adventure is always on the trail. Come out and experience this hidden gem in Wood County! 🌲

03/03/2025

The birth flowers for March are daffodils and jonquils. Daffodils are the primary birth flower for March because they bloom in early spring, marking the beginning of spring.

Meaning:
New beginnings: Daffodils symbolize new beginnings, happiness, and joy.
Hope: Daffodils embody optimism, hopefulness, and the belief in outcomes.
Strength: Daffodils represent resilience and the ability to face challenges, with courage.

02/27/2025

Join Us for a Community Spring Clean-Up Day!

Our esteemed Mayor, Jayne Lankford, is organizing a Community Spring Clean-Up Day, and we need your help to keep our beautiful city looking its best! If you're passionate about making a difference, we invite you to volunteer for this important event.

When: Saturday, March 8th, 8:00 AM - Noon
Meeting Location: Farmers Market Pavilion (101 W. Front St.)

Please bring a 5-gallon bucket and/or a grabber if you have one. Trash bags will be provided for all volunteers.

Let's work together to keep our community clean and vibrant! We look forward to seeing you there!

02/21/2025

Due to maintenance, the rail bed is closed from the County Road to Grandpa's Pond today only. The Nature Preserve remains open, but we kindly ask that you avoid this specific area. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

02/20/2025

City of Mineola Policy for Event Approval at the Nature Preserve

The City of Mineola has a policy to govern all events held at the Mineola Nature Preserve. This pol...

02/20/2025

Mr. Darrell Martin had the incredible opportunity to enjoy a Falcon Experience, which he won as a result of his donation to the Mineola Nature Preserve. Heath Kinder from Birds of Prey graciously offered this prize to those who contributed during special events at the Preserve and Mr. Martin was the lucky winner of the drawing. What an unforgettable experience this must have been for Mr. Martin! He thoroughly enjoyed the event and expressed his appreciation. A heartfelt thank you to Heath Kinder for his continued support and contributions to the Mineola Nature Preserve. Your efforts are truly valued and appreciated!

02/13/2025

Thanks to the graciousness of our chef, we’ve been granted an extension on our deadline to submit the final meal count! This means we’re able to extend ticket sales for our Dueling Pianos event. This is your final call to purchase tickets – don’t miss out on this exciting night! Ticket deadline is now Tuesday, February 18th by noon.

02/10/2025

Photo of the Old Post Oak in the Mineola Nature Preserve in Mineola, Texas. Estimated to be over 200 years old, after the tree perished in the 2021 freeze a decision was made to preserve the trunk by making it a work of art. It was dedicated in 2023. Mineola Nature Preserve

📸 by ETXLifecom

02/08/2025

Today is the Day for our Annual Kid Fish at the Mineola Nature Preserve! We hope to see you there!

02/08/2025

02/05/2025

🎣 Join Us for the Annual Kid Fish Event! 🐟

Bring the whole family out to the Mineola Nature Preserve for our annual Kid Fish Event on Saturday, February 8th from 9 AM to Noon! 🌳

✅ No fishing license required
✅ Enjoy the beauty of the Nature Preserve
✅ Make lasting memories with your little ones!

It’s a day of fun and fishing! Whether you're an experienced angler or a first-timer, everyone is welcome to join in the fun.

🐠 Let’s make this a day to remember! 🌟

02/05/2025

🎹 The countdown is on! 🎶 Don't miss the unforgettable night at Mineola Main Street Dueling Pianos Event! 🤩 Tickets are selling fast, and the deadline to purchase is February 10th! ⏰ Join us for a night of live music, food, laughter, and community spirit—all for a great cause! 🎟 Get your tickets now before it’s too late! https://checkout.square.site/buy/6NJ722B6XCET4VFYUXHRZ3T6

02/03/2025

The February birth flowers are the violet and primrose. Violets (Viola) are known for their delicate appearance and sweet fragrance. They have five-petaled flowers that come in a variety of colors, including purple, blue, violet, white, and yellow; some are even multi-colored. Irises are known for their unique shape and vibrant colors. The three upright petals of an iris bloom can represent courage, faith, wisdom, friendship, hope, and compliments.

01/30/2025

Thank you all so much for everything you guys do! We are thankful for the Wood County Master Gardeners! ❤️🌸❤️

01/29/2025

On behalf of the City of Mineola, we would like to extend a warm invitation to you to join us in celebrating the retirement of our esteemed City Manager, Mercy Rushing. Mercy has been an incredible leader and a valued member of our community, and she will be dearly missed.

While we are saddened to see her go, we are thrilled that she has exciting plans to enjoy her well-deserved retirement. We hope you can join us in honoring her contributions and wishing her all the best for the future.

Please see the invitation with all the details. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to [email protected]. We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you!

01/24/2025

🚨 Attention! 🚨

The Mineola Animal Shelter is currently experiencing issues accessing their Facebook account. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Mineola Police Department at 903-569-6294.

This beauty was picked up today on North Newsom. If she belongs to you or you recognize her, please let her owner know to contact the number above!

Let’s get her home! 🐾

01/20/2025

✨ Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ✨

Today, we remember and celebrate the life and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose tireless dedication to justice, equality, and love continues to inspire us all. His message of nonviolent resistance and his dream of a world where everyone is judged by the content of their character still resonate today.

Let’s reflect on how far we’ve come, but also on how much work remains to build a more just and inclusive world. May we continue to fight for equality, stand up for what is right, and carry forward Dr. King’s powerful vision of peace and unity.

01/20/2025

📢 City Offices Closed for MLK Jr. Day

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all city offices will be closed today, on Monday, January 20, 2025. Utility payments can be placed in the city hall night drop box or paid online at www.mineola.com.

We encourage everyone to take this time to reflect on the legacy of Dr. King and his contributions to equality and justice.

Thank you for your understanding!