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Board Insights: Gaylon Oehlke of Karnes County

This series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and their personal connection to

South Texas Natives: Javelina

Few animals are misidentified as often as the Collared Peccary (Tayassu tajacu), more commonly known in Texas as the javelina. This 40-60 pound stocky even-toed mammal might look like a

Winter 2024 Message from the GM

Derek Boese, JD, PMP General Manager The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is closing out 2023, saying “Thank you for your service” to two of our elected board members.

The Most-Viewed Blogs in 2023

Happy New Year, San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) blog subscribers! Once a week, we enjoy bringing you exciting information about the San Antonio River Watershed (also known as the

Expanding our SAFE Mission with New WAZE Partnership

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has a long history of partnering with the City of San Antonio and Bexar County. In 2014, the agencies identified a need to

Board Insights: River Authority recognizes outgoing board members Morales and Bolner Prost

This series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and their personal connection to

San Antonio River Authority Celebrates Two Retiring Board Members – Hector Morales and Deb Bolner Prost Depart River Authority Board this Month

(SAN ANTONIO)- The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and staff celebrated the contributions of two retiring Bexar County At-Large board members Hector Morales and Deb Bolner

Recapping 2023 Events with the San Antonio River Foundation

This piece is contributed by the San Antonio River Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports scientific and educational activities that promote and encourage the conservation, stewardship, restoration, preservation and enjoyment

San Antonio River Authority Partners With Popular Waze App To Deliver Real-Time Low Water Crossing Alerts And Enhance Road Safety

(SAN ANTONIO, TX) – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with WAZE, the popular crowd-sourced navigation app, to provide real-time information on

My River POV: Kim Garcia

The “My River POV” series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) staff and their personal connection

Alerts

San Pedro Creek Culture Park

The water fountain located at 305 Camaron St., across from the Frost Tower, is currently out of service. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Museum Reach Maintenance Alert

Lexington Avenue West Bank Sidewalk Closure

A portion of the trail along the west bank of Lexington Avenue is temporarily closed due to work being conducted by the City. Trail users should follow posted signs at McCullough Avenue and cross to the opposite side of the trail to continue their route. Please follow all detour signage and use caution in the area. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while this work is underway.

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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