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River Authority invites public to attend meeting on Westside Creeks

The Westside Creeks Ecosystem Restoration Project includes the light blue, orange, red, and green portions of San Pedro, Apache, Alazán, and Martinez Creeks. If you have lived anywhere in or

South Texas Natives: Crested Caracara

I’ll never forget the first time I saw a pair of Crested Caracaras (Caracara plancus). I was running through Olmos Basin Park in San Antonio and spied what I thought

My River POV: Erin Cavazos

Estimated Read Time: 4 Minutes In this month’s edition of My River POV, we sat down with Erin Cavazos, Ecological Engineering Manager for the River Authority, to ask her questions

Board Insights: Derek Gaudlitz, Wilson 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

San Antonio passes Austin in the 2023 City Nature Challenge

What is the City Nature Challenge? The iNaturalist City Nature Challenge (CNC) is a four-day annual global Bio-blitz organized by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and the

Happy Trails! Summer 2023 Edition

Welcome back to the Happy Trails Blog Series! We hope you have had a chance to get outside and enjoy some fresh air at the San Antonio River Authority (River

Inspiring Action Together: The River Authority’s Educator Partnerships

A young girl eagerly raises her hand, attempting to stretch it higher than any other student in her 5th-grade classroom. With a sea of hands trying to do the same,

Does “No Mow May” work for your South Texas yard?

Have you heard of “No Mow May”? This nature initiative was conceptualized for homeowners and land managers, especially in urban and highly developed areas, to increase ecosystem benefits with minimal

Spring 2023 from the GM: Safety First

Derek Boese, JD, PMP General Manager The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is committed to safety, and as the Authority on flood safety, we perform a crucial role in

Board Insights: Alicia Cowley, Goliad 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

Alerts

Hendrick Arnold Nature Park Temporary Closure

Hendrick Arnold Nature Park will be closed from Monday 8/10 – Friday 8/21 for new playground development. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve this park for your enjoyment.

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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