Emerging Professionals in Conservation (EPIC) is an outdoors club dedicated to exploring and preserving the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country. We connect with each other and the environment through adventures, educational events, volunteerism, and philanthropy. Activities include camping trips, nature hikes, kayaking, ranch tours, educational happy hours with inspiring speakers, Violet Crown Trail cleanups, and more. Membership dues go to support Hill Country Conservancy’s projects in and around Austin, including the Violet Crown Trail. By joining EPIC, you join a network of professionals who care about keeping Austin green, love having fun in nature, and are champions for conservation.

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS:

EPIC Member ($10/month or $100/year)

• Invitation to reserve a FREE* spot at all formal EPIC Member experience activities such as camping, spelunking, kayaking and more
• Invitation to all informal EPIC events, such as happy hours, and monthly Violet Crown Trail volunteer cleanups
• FREE access to the EPIC Member campout on a private conservation property

*Equipment rental or supply fees may apply

EPIC Leader ($25/month or $250/year) & Non-profit Employee ($15/month or $150/year)

• Invitation to reserve a FREE* spot at all formal EPIC Member experience activities such as camping, spelunking, kayaking and more
• Invitation to all informal EPIC events, such as happy hours, and monthly Violet Crown Trail volunteer cleanups
• Discounted tickets or access to select Hill Country Conservancy events

Non-profit Employee pricing is offered to students, teachers, and non-profit and government employees. Proof of qualification may be requested.

*Equipment rental or supply fees may apply

EPIC Leader Level II ($45/month or $450/year)

• All of the above EPIC Leader benefits, plus one additional ticket for each formal EPIC event

EPIC Sponsor ($1,000/year)

• 5 EPIC Member level memberships
• Logo recognition as a sponsor on EPIC webpage