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2026 River Basin Bioblitz: Exciting Discoveries at Trueheart Ranch Nature Park

What happens when scientists, local partners, and a nature-loving community come together for four days? Many exciting discoveries! During the third annual San Antonio River Basin Bioblitz at Trueheart Ranch

Honoring Freedom, History, and Nature: The Legacy of Hendrick Arnold

As we approach Juneteenth—a time to reflect on freedom, resilience, and the stories of Black Americans—it’s especially meaningful to shine a light on Hendrick Arnold Nature Park. This peaceful stretch

Message from the GM – San Pedro Creek Culture Park Completion

A Moment to Celebrate: San Pedro Creek’s Progress and Community Impact May 15 marked a significant milestone for both our organization and the broader San Antonio community. The San Pedro

San Pedro Creek’s big comeback party is next week—you’re invited!

After nearly a decade of transformation, it’s time to celebrate the rebirth of one of San Antonio’s most important waterways — and you’re invited to the party! The San Antonio

Partner Highlight: San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

For many years, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has valued partnering with the National Park Service’s (NPS) San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (NHP) staff toward the agency’s

Staying Safe on the San Antonio River: Bacteria and Amoebas

We’re back with Part 2 of Staying Safe on the San Antonio River. We explored kayaking safety tips in part one, and now it’s time to examine things from a

Have you visited these biking spots along the San Antonio River?

Hello San Antonio River supporters—let’s go for a bike ride! Biking is a “wheelie” great way to get out and enjoy nature. The San Antonio River Authority has various bike

Celebrate Contemporary Art Month with the River Foundation

This piece is contributed by the San Antonio River Foundation. The River Foundation is the nonprofit partner of the San Antonio River Authority. The River Foundation supports scientific and educational

St. James AMEC Culture Crossing: Past, Present, and Future

Welcome to the Creative Currents series! Public art, cultural programming, and artistic design enhancements express what is authentic about today’s culture and explore the historical significance of area waterways through

Exploring public art connections at HemisFair and San Pedro Creek

Welcome to the Creative Currents series! Public art, cultural programming, and artistic design enhancements express what is authentic about our local culture and explore the historical significance of area waterways

Alerts

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

Staff have removed two large log jams just downstream of Helton Nature Park, keeping the southern portion of the SASPAMCO Paddling Trail temporarily closed. Staff are working to contact adjacent landowners to support a land-based removal solution.

Goliad Paddling Trail Alert

NOTICE: HWY 59 Landing Site Closed

Due to TxDOT construction on the HWY 59 Bridge, the HWY 59 landing site is closed until further notice. However, the Goliad Paddling Trail remains open, and paddlers can still access the river at the Riverdale, Ferry Street, and Goliad State Park landings.

Please plan accordingly and check back for updates.

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