The Small Acreage – Big Opportunity (SABO) program is a joint effort of Texas Wildlife Association and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. Landowners who steward small properties face unique management challenges. Most information currently available to landowners focuses on management of large properties. Statewide, small properties are increasing, but the owners of these properties may have difficulty scaling […]
Sept. 26-27 in San Antonio water professionals and practitioners are invited to attend the 2023 American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA) Annual Conference and Expo, co-hosted by the Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI). The theme of the conference is “Climate Change: Challenges and Opportunities in Water Management,” and it will be held in conjunction with […]
During the last total solar eclipse event in the U.S., back in 2017, many rural communities in its path were overwhelmed by the crowds and the challenges they created for local infrastructure, emergency services, lodging and restaurants, and supermarkets. However, the communities that fared the best were those that started preparing years in advance. On […]
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. The 2023 Leadership Summit will be held online and in-person in an open-air setting on September 28 from 8 AM […]
A half-day workshop that will teach landowners how to evaluate their property’s habitat and what options are available for wildlife management. This workshop also proviedes a chance to connect and learn from local professionals who specialize in helping landowners like YOU! Registration Cost: $25 for one or $40 for two. TWA members: Members get 20% off ticket prices. Contact Jared […]
Presented by Jonestown Night Sky Advocacy, The City of Jonestown and Tom Campbell Astronomer We will have have a large telescope provided by our Astronomer and are encouraging the public to bring their own telescopes, blankets and chairs. Learn more at http://jtownnightsky.com
During the last total solar eclipse event in the U.S., back in 2017, many rural communities in its path were overwhelmed by the crowds and the challenges they created for local infrastructure, emergency services, lodging and restaurants, and supermarkets. However, the communities that fared the best were those that started preparing years in advance. On […]
This November, Texans will be asked to vote on the fate of 14 amendments to the Texas State Constitution. In this Town Hall the Comal County Conservation Alliance and League of Women Voters - Comal Area, are highlighting two amendments that, if passed, would invest $1 Billion in the development of new water sources for […]
It is estimated that between 1.8 and 7.4 million people will travel to the path of totality for the October 14, 2023 annular solar eclipse, and South Texas is the only region in the United States that will experience the full annular eclipse. Chapman Ranch offers unobstructed views of the solar eclipse. Our location will […]
The Friends of the Comfort Volunteer Fire Dept., Comfort Chamber of Commerce and the Comfort Public Library invite the public to "Eclipse in the Park," a fundraiser for the Comfort VFD. October 14, 2023 10:00-3:00 Live Music Food Trucks Eclipse viewing with FREE eclipse glasses NASA approved educational program & children's activities sponsored by the […]
Eclipse viewing and music festival. Kid and pet friendly. We have cold beer, wine, sangrias and non-alcohol options available. Food available by Jimmy’s Burgers. Learn more at https://www.banderabrewery.com/events
From providing drinking water to sustaining our springs and rivers, groundwater is the lifeblood of Comal County. In the last year, we've seen drought threaten the health of our aquifers. At the same time, growth in the county means more people will rely on groundwater than ever before. Please join us for a presentation from […]
