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Spreading the Seeds of Change Along the San Antonio River

The San Antonio River Foundation (River Foundation) is proud to continue spreading the seeds of change—from hands-on seed sorting to ecological talks that inspire deeper connections with the land. Together

Thriving and Growing Fish Diversity Revealed in New San Antonio River Study

Figure 1. Aquatic biologists survey and net fish around a bank habitat. We’re back with fresh insights from this year’s Mission Reach Intensive Nekton Survey (MRINS)! You might be wondering—what

Your 2025 Holiday Glow-Up: San Antonio River Edition

The holiday season is here, and the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) invites you to celebrate along the sparkling San Antonio River with a variety of magical holiday activities

Board Insights – Derek Gaudlitz of Wilson County

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

My River POV: Michael Gramley

What inspired you to pursue a career focused on river recreation and stewardship? Since I got out of college, I’ve always worked near water. I worked for the Georgia Aquarium

Race the River 2025: A Year in Motion

What a year it’s been on the water! The 2025 Race the River Paddling Race Series, hosted by the San Antonio River Authority, in partnership with the San Antonio River

South Texas Natives: The Silver-Haired Bat

When you think of bats, what comes to mind? Vampire myths? Halloween decorations? Well, it’s time to hang up those old clichés and shine a spotlight on one of North

When Rivers Rise Fast – Flood-Smart Living: Simple Steps to Protect your Home

We’ve reached the final chapter of our “When Rivers Rise Fast” blog series , a journey designed to help our community better understand and prepare for flash floods. Throughout this

The Wonders of Wetlands—and Why We Need Them

Among the most productive ecosystems on Earth, wetlands provide numerous essential functions. From acting as a buffer for flood and drought to providing habitat to countless species, they have an

Voices for the River: Meet EAC Member Joedy Yglesias

What persuaded you to join the River Authority’s Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC)? Coming back from Iraq in 2009, I intuitively knew that I wanted to spend more time in nature

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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