Our Work
Land
HCA’s Land Program seeks to increase private land stewardship and permanent land conservation across the Hill Country, and works with regional land trusts to educate owners about conservation easements, track conservation metrics, and consider conservation priorities.
Water
HCA’s Water Program assists grassroots groups that champion water stewardship in their communities, advocates for policies that protect groundwater and surface water, and promotes resilient water supplies through the advancement of One Water projects.
Night Sky
HCA’s Night Skies Program helps Hill Country counties and cities minimize the impacts of light pollution through education and outreach, the establishment of outdoor lighting policies, and the recognition and celebration of certified Dark Sky Places in our region.
Communities
HCA’s Communities Program builds connections across county lines, supporting rural leaders in protecting the unique character of their communities while promoting innovative approaches to building healthy, vibrant communities throughout the Texas Hill Country.
The Latest
Hill Country Alliance Accepting Applications for Night Sky Preservation Fund Through October 31
The Hill Country Alliance (HCA) is accepting applications through October 31 for its Night Sky Preservation Fund, which provides financial reimbursement assistance to local grassroots organizations, institutions, and other groups working to improve outdoor lighting...
San Antonio Express-News — Guadalupe River Recovery
Guadalupe River Recovery After Two Consecutive Floods | San Antonio Express-News What does recovery look like after two consecutive floods? The San Antonio Express-News explored the Guadalupe River's recovery, including restoration work led by Hill Country Alliance...
Spectrum News — Guadalupe River Recovery
Native Plants Show Resilience After Guadalupe River Flooding | Spectrum News The recovery of native vegetation along the Guadalupe River is offering encouraging signs following consecutive years of flooding. In coverage from Spectrum News, Daniel Oppenheimer of Hill...
Texas Monthly — Camp Bullis and Dark Skies
Why Dark Skies Matter for Military Readiness at Camp Bullis | Texas Monthly Dark skies play an important role in military readiness, a connection highlighted in a Texas Monthly story about Camp Bullis. Dark sky conservation is often discussed in terms of wildlife,...
Kerr County Lead — Flood Recovery and Riparian Restoration
Turning Flood Recovery Into Riparian Restoration | Kerr County Lead Following the floods of 2025 and 2026, Hill Country Alliance has been working to restore riparian areas throughout the region. In a feature from Kerr County Lead, HCA Regional Engagement Manager...
KXAN — 2026 Hill Country Flooding
How Native Vegetation Helps Hill Country Rivers Recover From Flooding | KXAN Two consecutive years of flooding have reshaped rivers across the Texas Hill Country, reinforcing the importance of restoring healthy riparian areas. In a KXAN interview, Hill Country...