Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute Overview
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The mission of the Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute (CDRI) is to promote public awareness, appreciation, and concern for the natural diversity of the Chihuahuan Desert region through research and education programs.
The CDRI is an independent nonprofit organization established in 1973 by a number of concerned professionals. The mission of the CDRI is accomplished through scientific research; the publication and dissemination of literature; films; educational activities; and the development of a visitors' center with exhibits near Fort Davis, Texas. CDRI headquarters are located on 507 acres of desert grassland and igneous rock outcrops south of Fort Davis. The property is open to the public daily and features an extensive arboretum, cacti and succulent greenhouse, a visitors' center, and over two miles of self-guided hiking trails.
The CDRI is an independent nonprofit organization established in 1973 by a number of concerned professionals. The mission of the CDRI is accomplished through scientific research; the publication and dissemination of literature; films; educational activities; and the development of a visitors' center with exhibits near Fort Davis, Texas. CDRI headquarters are located on 507 acres of desert grassland and igneous rock outcrops south of Fort Davis. The property is open to the public daily and features an extensive arboretum, cacti and succulent greenhouse, a visitors' center, and over two miles of self-guided hiking trails.
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chris-pipes
09/10/10
During 2010, we not only provided access to the preserve, but also provided staff, facilities, and vehicles for transport for the CDRI's: teacher workshop; "Top-of-Texas" series; and birding festival. The first two events included guided hikes up Mt. Livermore with interpretation. The birding ...
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madrone
08/23/10
I have been a member of CDRI since my college days in the early 1970's. Over the years I have seen many changes and a lot of growth of both the Institute and the land site. My husband and I have both been employees at CDRI....it is truly the most inspiring work environment either of us has ever ...
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agave
08/20/10
My wife and I collect and study desert plants as a hobby. We have been visiting CDRI for a number of years. Each visit we find new additions to the exhibits as well as the plant collection. We have joined several field trips put on by CDRI. One of the most unusual was a night hike down the ...
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