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How recent rain has impacted rivers, lakes and reservoirs in New Braunfels, San Antonio area
Read full article: How recent rain has impacted rivers, lakes and reservoirs in New Braunfels, San Antonio areaSouth Central Texas has been experiencing drought conditions for more than 1,377 days. While recent rain has helped, rivers and aquifers still face historic lows this tubing and boating season.
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Here is what you need to know about swimming at San Antonio area pools this summer
Read full article: Here is what you need to know about swimming at San Antonio area pools this summerSan Antonio-area families seeking relief from the Texas heat will have more opportunities to dive into summer fun later this month.
🌞 Things to do in June: ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,’ Big Texas Terror Comic Con, Cody Johnson
Read full article: 🌞 Things to do in June: ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,’ Big Texas Terror Comic Con, Cody JohnsonGet ready for sunny days, outdoor adventures, and plenty of fun now that June is here.
Swim for free: 6 San Antonio pools open for Memorial Day weekend
Read full article: Swim for free: 6 San Antonio pools open for Memorial Day weekendThe City of San Antonio announced it will open some of its city-owned swimming pools for preseason on Saturday, May 24, just in time for Memorial Day weekend.
Sprawl stopper: Heart of Texas Conservancy joins other land trusts to protect Hill Country
Read full article: Sprawl stopper: Heart of Texas Conservancy joins other land trusts to protect Hill CountryConservation easements are a useful tool to prevent urban sprawl and damage to the Hill Country's natural resources.
San Antonio residents can earn up to $600 by pausing summer planting
Read full article: San Antonio residents can earn up to $600 by pausing summer plantingSan Antonio residents planning to plant this summer may want to reconsider and pause their gardening until fall for a chance to earn money through the San Antonio Water System (SAWS) program.
TPWD bringing new ‘Better Outside’ podcast to listeners’ ears
Read full article: TPWD bringing new ‘Better Outside’ podcast to listeners’ earsListeners will soon be able to travel from the expanse of West Texas down into the Texas Hill Country, all through a new podcast from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
100,000 Oyster Bake shells weren’t trashed after Fiesta. They’re being used for reef rehab in Texas gulf.
Read full article: 100,000 Oyster Bake shells weren’t trashed after Fiesta. They’re being used for reef rehab in Texas gulf.These shells are collected and recycled through an oyster reef rehabilitation program.
How to stay safe ahead of triple-digit temperatures in San Antonio this week
Read full article: How to stay safe ahead of triple-digit temperatures in San Antonio this weekAs triple-digit temperatures are expected across South Texas this week, it’s essential to know how to stay safe to prevent heat-related illnesses.
City of San Marcos raises rabies concerns after reported fox attacks in Purgatory Creek Natural Area
Read full article: City of San Marcos raises rabies concerns after reported fox attacks in Purgatory Creek Natural AreaThe City of San Marcos is warning residents of a potential rabies exposure after a fox reportedly attacked multiple people in Purgatory Creek Natural Area.
💐 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Mother’s Day, Tacos and Tequila Fest, Locals Day at San Antonio Zoo
Read full article: 💐 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Mother’s Day, Tacos and Tequila Fest, Locals Day at San Antonio ZooThis Mother’s Day weekend in San Antonio, families can celebrate the special day with a variety of events happening across the Alamo City.
Medina Lake is at a historic low, but locals say they’re open for business
Read full article: Medina Lake is at a historic low, but locals say they’re open for businessMike Crandall has been riding the waves of Medina Lake for more than three decades. And this summer, he said he plans to be out there every day he can.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department acquires 671-acre property in West Texas
Read full article: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department acquires 671-acre property in West TexasThe Nature Conservancy in Texas (TNC) and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announced the purchase of a 671-acre property in West Texas near Big Bend National Park.
Final design plans coming soon for Arboretum San Antonio, second largest in South Texas, developers say
Read full article: Final design plans coming soon for Arboretum San Antonio, second largest in South Texas, developers sayFinal design plans for Arboretum San Antonio, the city’s soon-to-be 200-acre-plus tree sanctuary, will be revealed during an event next weekend.
Is Canyon Lake half-empty or half-full? Business owner says sinking water level has a silver lining
Read full article: Is Canyon Lake half-empty or half-full? Business owner says sinking water level has a silver liningAs Canyon Lake’s water level continues to drop, at least one business owner says there’s an upside.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchases over 1,000 acres of land for new state park
Read full article: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchases over 1,000 acres of land for new state parkThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) purchased 1,100 acres to create a new state park in Lampasas and Burnet Counties, according to a news release.
Earth Day celebration at Woodlawn Lake Park to feature tree and plant giveaways on Saturday
Read full article: Earth Day celebration at Woodlawn Lake Park to feature tree and plant giveaways on SaturdayThe City of San Antonio’s Park and Recreation Department is hosting an Earth Day event this weekend with tree and plant giveaways, according to a press release.
‘It was crazy’: Video captures Easter morning storm rolling through Brackenridge Park as campers hunker down
Read full article: ‘It was crazy’: Video captures Easter morning storm rolling through Brackenridge Park as campers hunker downCampers at Brackenridge Park had a soggy start to their Easter Sunday.
‘We’re together’: Brackenridge Park campers prepared for Easter Sunday despite rainy forecast
Read full article: ‘We’re together’: Brackenridge Park campers prepared for Easter Sunday despite rainy forecastEven with a soggy start to Easter Sunday, families camping at Brackenridge Park said the weather won’t dampen their celebrations.
San Antonio River Authority hosts ‘Sun-Day’ program at southeast Bexar County park
Read full article: San Antonio River Authority hosts ‘Sun-Day’ program at southeast Bexar County parkOn Sunday, the San Antonio River Authority hosted a new program at Trueheart Ranch Nature Park in southeast Bexar County called "Sun-Day."
Course maps for inaugural half, full San Antonio Marathon released
Read full article: Course maps for inaugural half, full San Antonio Marathon releasedThe San Antonio Marathon released its official course routes for the inaugural marathon and half marathon scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7, a news release said.
New statewide litter campaign seeks volunteers for watershed cleaning
Read full article: New statewide litter campaign seeks volunteers for watershed cleaningA new statewide litter campaign aimed at cleaning watersheds is seeking volunteers for a slew of projects over the next two months, including one in San Antonio.
🏀 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Final Four, CarFest, ‘Mamma Mia!’ musical
Read full article: 🏀 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Final Four, CarFest, ‘Mamma Mia!’ musicalGet ready to have a slam-dunk of a time this weekend as the NCAA Men’s Final Four takes over downtown San Antonio.
TPWD preparing to launch 83rd paddling trail near Texas coastal town
Read full article: TPWD preparing to launch 83rd paddling trail near Texas coastal townThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced the opening of its 83rd paddling trail, this time coming to land near the Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area and State Park near Port O’Connor.
Whole Earth Provision Co. taking donations through April for Texas State Parks Month
Read full article: Whole Earth Provision Co. taking donations through April for Texas State Parks MonthWhole Earth Provision Co., across its six stores, will collect donations for the state parks system during April for Texas State Parks Month.
State lawmaker declines to pursue bill to dismantle Texas Parks and Wildlife Department further
Read full article: State lawmaker declines to pursue bill to dismantle Texas Parks and Wildlife Department furtherA state Representative announced he is reversing course and will not pursue his own proposed legislation that would have dismantled the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.