Built as a joint venture between TPWD, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation and the community of Athens, TFFC combines a Visitor Center, educational programming and a production freshwater hatchery. Developed on a 107-acre site, the facility includes a over 300,000 gallons of indoor and outdoor aquariums displaying dozens of species of native fish, waterfowl, alligators and amphibians in recreated habitats. A 14,000-sq.ft conservation center completed in 2007 provides space for meetings and special events. TFFC provides facilities where teachers can present meaningful aquatic education experiences for school, club and scout groups from Tuesday through Friday. TFFC staff will provide assistance during a four-hour block beginning at mid-morning or at other times by special arrangement.