Water is on everyone's mind after the recent floods in Kerr County. Join the Kerr County Water Alliance for a timely conversation on the future of water in the Hill Country. This free in-person event, Hill Country Water Worries, features renowned water policy leader Dr. Andrew Sansom and land stewardship expert Dr. April Sansom. It’s […]
A unique 3-day workshop to learn from the top 3 industry leaders, Holistic Management International, Understanding Ag and Noble Research Institute, in Regenerative Grazing! Join us to learn: Forage assessment, grazing planning, & stocking calculations Improving profitability through appropriate grass management Fundamentals of herd selection, genetics & epigenetics Assessing animal performance Business practices to […]
The Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference unites Texas farmers, homesteaders, local food advocates, conservationists, and landowners for two days of high-quality education, networking, and an engaging exhibit hall. Featuring six specialized learning tracks—Crops, Livestock, Business & Finance, Start-Up & Homesteader, The Big Picture, and Niche & Innovation—the conference explores innovative farming and conservation […]
Curious about how artificial intelligence can help you write better, faster, and with less stress? Whether you’re drafting a newsletter, summarizing scientific reports, or digging into complex water issues, AI tools like ChatGPT can be your secret weapon. This session will introduce you to practical, beginner-friendly ways AI can support your communication and research efforts. No tech […]
The Curious Life of the Tawny Crazy Ant... and How to End It. Learn about the biology, behavior, and management of tawny crazy ants. 1 General CEU is offered. August 28th - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, doors open at 5 pm Registration is required by contacting the Comal County Extension Office. 830-620-3440 | comal-tx@tamu.edu</a
Get ready for a fall celebration like no other! Wimberley Glassworks invites you to our annual Gourdgeous Glass Pumpkin Patch on September 20th. Discover hundreds of handcrafted glass pumpkins, each one a unique work of art. Experience the thrill of spooky-themed live glassblowing, take on our interactive scavenger hunts, and treat yourself to festive sweets […]
**LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED** A panel from the Texas Water Development Board, Comal Trinity Groundwater Conservation District, and the Edwards Aquifer Authority discusses management of groundwater resources.
Save the date and join us for HCA's annual Hill Country Leadership Summit at Camp Lucy on Thursday, September 24. The Hill Country Leadership Summit is the Hill Country Alliance’s premiere annual gathering, and provides an opportunity for learning, networking, and being inspired among our region’s top community leaders, conservation practitioners, and natural resource managers. […]
Community Town Hall: Floodplain 101: Bring Your Address — Leave with Answers After the devastating July floods, many Kerr County residents are asking: What’s my flood risk? Can I rebuild safely? What does FEMA really require? This event is open to all residents — homeowners, renters, and business owners — who want clear answers about floodplain […]
On the edge of the encroaching Chihuahuan Desert, enclosed by Flash Flood Alley, west of a growing urban center, and home to a rich agricultural heritage, the rural Hill Country faces water pressures from every direction. After the water shortages of 2022 and the historic flooding of 2025, how do we plan for the future? At this […]
Join Park Rangers and volunteers, and other stargazers across the country, as we gaze upward to enjoy our one and only moon and celebrate the NASA International Observe the Moon night, Hill Country Night Sky Month, and the Asian Moon festival See the moon through telescopes, munch on refreshments, and make a Chinese Lantern. A […]
Celebrate Hill Country Night Sky Month and check out the stars through volunteer’s telescopes at Bulverde Oaks Nature Preserve! Come learn about how dark skies support conservation with Camp Bullis Sentinel Landscape partners as we celebrate the night sky with Green Spaces and local astronomers. This is a family friendly event. Click the link below […]
