• Mitigation Planning
• Eco-Tours
• Environmental Education
• Photography
• Research

MCMB provides full-service mitigation planning to assist businesses through the process of acquiring Clean Water Act Section 404 Permits. Businesses in need of permits and authorizations, from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, can gain valuable information working with someone who understands the process.

While the most important planning element is usually timing, other positives related to using MCMB for Mitigation Planning is cost-effective and reduced long-term liability with the use of mitigation credits to satisfy mitigation requirements. In many cases, mitigation bank credit purchases are the best choice to satisfy mitigation requirements. Building on past efforts, Terry McKenzie provides support services that are timely and cost effective. Contact us for more information.

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As the seasons change, so do opportunities for ecological tours of MCMB. With a landscape ranging from an upland forest with pines and hardwoods, to a smartweed-rush wetland complex, MCMB offers eco-tours for individuals or groups, schools, youth organizations, scouting groups and others looking for an up-close view of East Texas ecology. Programs can be developed that include guided tours, or you can create your own tour to meet your specific needs.

Birders and ornithologists can view a wide variety of bird species in natural settings across multiple habitats at MCMB.

"I never for a day gave up listening to the songs of our birds, or watching their peculiar habits, or delineating them in the best way I could." - John James Audubon

Birders and ornithologists can view a wide variety of bird species in natural settings across multiple habitats at MCMB. Contact us for more information.

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As the growing Texas population moves farther away from rural areas, many school systems are challenged to address environmental issues in an outdoor setting that will capture the interest of today's youth. MCMB provides this atmosphere and is committed to working with educators and school systems to provide access to an extensive outdoor classroom. MCMB is school bus, van and car friendly with access during most weather situations. Contact us for more information.

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Photography

Martin Creek Mitigation Bank offers photographic opportunities for wildlife, native plants, and rural landscapes. At the forefront are Spider Lily bogs covering several acres across MCMB. Blooming over a short time in late March and early April, these rare native plants are a beautiful challenge to both professional and amateur photographers. Wildlife ranges from whitetail deer, wild hogs and multiple species of birds that vary with the seasons. Photogenic blinds are available for use during all seasons and are located at prime locations on the property. Photography clubs are invited to schedule events at MCMB, and other special events are planned in conjunction with Natural Light Photography. Contact us for more information.

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No laboratory on earth can match the opportunity provided by "mother nature." MCMB is opening its doors to students, educators and researchers in need of a location for ecological and land-management-based research. Examples of research opportunities include ecological investigations focused on forests, wetlands, or wildlife and land management. Contact us for more information.

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