Chasing the Tide: One couple’s 370-mile trek across Texas’ barrier islands

Join Texas Science & Natural History Museum on Wednesday, May 7 for a special free program: “Chasing the Tide: One couple’s 370-mile trek across Texas’ barrier islands” featuring conservationists Jay and Chrissy Kleberg.

In October 2023, the Klebergs hiked 370 miles of Texas’ barrier islands over 21 days. Their mission: to learn more about the rate of change occurring on the coast, hear from residents and experts about its rich diversity of wildlife, habitats, and history, and understand what the future holds. They captured the adventure on film and produced a six-part series for PBS called Chasing the Tide, which is currently on television stations across the nation and streaming. In addition to the series, they published a natural history and adventure book that details the journey, production process, and beauty of the Texas Gulf Coast.

Jay Kleberg serves as Executive Director of the Gulf of Mexico Trust and former Associate Director of Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation. He has a rich history of conservation storytelling, including co-producing Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story and The River and the Wall. Chrissy Kleberg, a former wildlife field biologist and photographer, has contributed to avian research and species reintroduction work with organizations such as the U.S. Geological Survey and the Peregrine Fund. Together, they co-produced and co-directed Chasing the Tide, airing across the nation on PBS stations and streaming.

This free program will be followed by a Q&A and a light reception. An RSVP is required.