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River Authority Adopts Annual Budget

(SAN ANTONIO) – The Board of Directors of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) yesterday adopted a $318.2 million-dollar budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22 (FY22). The budget was developed

Summer Education Opportunities with the River Authority

While the 2020-2021 school year has come to an end for most students, educators are still busy planning for the next school year and attending professional development to keep themselves

Be River Proud! Kayaking and Yoga Activities

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) staff is committed to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers but we need YOU to help us protect and preserve area natural resources for future generations. There

Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta Celebrates River Recreation with Free Paddling Event

This is a contributed piece by our non-profit partner, the San Antonio River Foundation Fiesta San Antonio® is a special time for locals and visitors alike! The sights and sounds

Show You Care. Don’t Feed the Wildlife!

You’re out on the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River Walk, enjoying a picnic, and notice a cute mommy duck with her cotton ball looking ducklings are headed your

River Authority Announces Inclusion of Westside Creeks in Administration’s FY 22 Budget

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that $2.34 million in the President’s Budget was allocated to the Westside Creeks Ecosystem Restoration Project (Westside Creeks) for

Video Series: Kayaking the SASPAMCO Paddling Trail – Part 1

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) offers free park programming throughout our four-county service district in an

Board Insights: Alicia L. Cowley

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

Flooding Flashback – Memorial Day 2013

The San Antonio River Basin has a long history of flooding that has shaped how communities prepare for future flood events. In the San Antonio River Basin, particularly in Bexar,

Meet Our New General Manager!

Derek Boese, JD, PMP It’s been a very busy three weeks since I started at the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority)! I would like to thank the River Authority

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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