Ways We Help
Ways We Help

The San Antonio River Authority is meeting the challenge of keeping lives, property, and our natural environment safe and secure with comprehensive planning, precision protection, strategic partnerships, and community preparedness.
Along with maintaining over 40 dams and other flood control structures, the River Authority also advocates for development techniques designed to reduce runoff and improve water quality.

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While green infrastructure features are designed to perform nature-like functions to slow the amounts of sediment and bacteria from getting to creeks and rivers, there are simple ways YOU can help too!

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From Watershed to Backyard: The Surprising Truth About Mosquitoes

July 8, 2026

The Ultimate San Antonio River Bucket List: Summer Edit

July 1, 2026

Service, Stewardship and Swimming: A Conversation with Board Director Patrice Melancon

June 26, 2026

Shape Your River Way

Litter Is Ugly

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Guided Bike Ride Series – UNESCO City of Gastronomy

July 15, 2026

Current Reads at Confluence Park

July 16, 2026

Nature Field Day at Helton Nature Park

July 17, 2026

Nature Days – Nature Journals at Helton Nature Park

July 17, 2026
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The San Antonio River Authority is inviting you to discover every facet of this gem’s green spaces, flowing waters, parks, trails, and cultural heritage.

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Explore the San Antonio River Basin in new ways and uncover the vital role our rivers play in our daily lives.

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Home Trueheart Ranch Nature Park

Trueheart Ranch Nature Park

Trueheart Ranch Nature Park

14984 Blue Wing Rd
San Antonio, 78221 United States Get Directions

Events at this venue

July 2026
Friday Night Hike at Trueheart Ranch

July 31 @ 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Trueheart Ranch Nature Park 14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff on a nature hike to explore the nocturnal flora and fauna that San Antonio River Authority's nature-based parks call

Free
September 2026
Nature Walks Series: Trueheart Ranch Nature Park

September 22 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am Nature Walks

Trueheart Ranch Nature Park 14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour long nature walk. Discover the beauty of the San Antonio River watershed and all the San

Free