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Media Advisory: Media Invited to Attend Mission Reach Intensive Nekton Survey

Aquatic biologists will identify new fish species WHAT: Media are invited to join San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Environmental Sciences Department biologists on Tuesday, December 5 from 11 a.m.

Celebrating 2023 River Warrior Accomplishments

As many of us know, the San Antonio River Authority’s River Warriors are no ordinary group of volunteers. River Warriors are seen as an extension of the River Authority and

Media Advisory: Free Youth Community Public Art Workshop with Andrea “Vocab” Sanderson

Artwork will be integrated into new shade structure at AME Church WHAT: The San Antonio River Foundation (Foundation) is inviting youth ages 8-18 to join former City of San Antonio

2023 Holiday Events: Annual River of Lights celebration and night kayaking on the San Antonio River

The weather is turning chilly. Glowing lights and festive decorations are up across the city and along the Museum Reach of the San Antonio River Walk. Schedules start to fill

South Texas Natives: Wild Turkey

​It’s hard not to grin hearing the gregarious gobble and seeing the showy plumage of this month’s South Texas native species: the Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo). What better time to

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

Tips and tricks for fishing the San Antonio River’s Mission Reach

The San Antonio River Authority would love to see you out utilizing the river as a resource for fishing! Luckily, there are many places along the San Antonio River where

Media Advisory: First-Ever Volunteer Day At New Trueheart Ranch Nature Park Celebrates $50,000 National Resilience Grant With Planting Over 800 Native Plants And Grasses On Thursday, November 2

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority recently received a $50,000 grant from the national Bobcat Park Improvement Grant Program, in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), to

Vultures, Maggots, and Grubs – Oh My! Decomposers and Scavengers of the San Antonio River Watershed

Let’s face it: there are just some creatures that give people the creeps! Whether they look “gross” or live in sketchy, damp places – you’re not alone in wanting to

2023 Race the River Competitive Paddling Series Concludes with Pro & Amateur Categories and Cash Prizes

(SAN ANTONIO, TX) — The San Antonio River Authority, in collaboration with the San Antonio River Foundation, is excited to announce the final 2023 Race the River paddling series event.

Alerts

Park Closure: Safety Notice

Safety Notice: All lower sections of River Crossing Park, Graytown, and Helton have been closed to due to flooding. They will remain closed until further notice.

Stay Weather‑Aware

We are experiencing heavy rains and thunderstorms over the next few days and are currently under a flood watch. Heavy rains in short time spans may result in high water on roads and temporary closures at low water crossings.

Before heading out, residents are encouraged to check SARiverFlood.org or their local county flood website for real‑time roadway conditions:

These sites provide up‑to‑date information from flood‑monitoring sensors across the region. Real‑time updates are available 24/7 to help you stay informed as conditions change.

Please use caution when traveling and plan routes accordingly.

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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